Pool day passes in Sarasota
Pool day passes in Sarasota, Florida from $35 at The Sarasota Modern, Art Ovation Hotel, the Ritz-Carlton, and more. Prices, inclusions, how to book direct.
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Sarasota's day pass hotels split into two scenes. Downtown, boutique properties like The Sarasota Modern, Art Ovation Hotel, and The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota put pools a short walk from galleries and the Rosemary District. Out on the barrier islands, Siesta Key Palms Resort and Sun Outdoors Sarasota trade skyline views for a beachier, family-friendly pace.
The Sarasota Modern has the clearest published rate at $35 for the day, covering its pool deck, hot tub, and cold plunge. The rest of the market runs through phone bookings or ResortPass, with prices typically landing in the $20 to $45 range once you call ahead.
Most hotels want a same-day or next-day heads-up rather than a firm advance booking, though weekends during Florida's winter high season fill first. Calling the hotel directly is the fastest way to confirm same-day availability.
- The Sarasota Modern — $35 full day, pool deck, hot tub, and cold plunge in the Rosemary District
- Art Ovation Hotel — price on request, rooftop heated pool with downtown skyline views
- The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota — price on request, Bayview Pool with spa and cabana access
- Siesta Key Palms Resort — about $45, two pools and a Siesta Key beach vibe
- Sun Outdoors Sarasota — price on request, mega waterslide and splash pad, seasonal April through October
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How much does a pool day pass in Sarasota cost?
Only The Sarasota Modern publishes a firm day pass rate on its own site. The rest of Sarasota's hotels handle day pass pricing by phone or through ResortPass, so treat the figures below as a starting point and confirm before you go.
| Hotel | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| The Sarasota Modern | $35 full day | Published rate, downtown boutique pool |
| Art Ovation Hotel | Price on request | Rooftop pool with skyline views |
| The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota | Price on request | Spa day paired with Bayview Pool |
| Siesta Key Palms Resort | About $45 | Two pools near Siesta Key beach |
| Sun Outdoors Sarasota | Price on request | Waterslide and splash pad for kids |
Can non-guests use hotel pools in Sarasota?
Yes, at the five hotels above, though most route bookings through a phone call or ResortPass rather than a dedicated online checkout. The Sarasota Modern is the exception, its FAQ page lists the $35 rate directly and takes bookings online or at the front desk. The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota runs its day access through its own iDayPass portal, which counts as booking direct even without a published price. Sun Outdoors Sarasota only opens its day pass program seasonally, from April through October.
Do you need to book a Sarasota pool day pass in advance?
A same-day or next-day call usually works outside of peak season. Winter high season, December through April, is when weekend slots at downtown hotels like Art Ovation and the Ritz-Carlton fill up first, so a call two or three days ahead is safer then. Siesta Key Palms Resort and Sun Outdoors Sarasota, both further from downtown, tend to have more same-day flexibility.
Where to stay in Sarasota
Downtown and the Rosemary District make the most convenient base if you want to walk to The Ringling, the galleries, and the bayfront dining scene. voco Sarasota sits right on the Boulevard of the Arts, a stylish, reasonably priced option that keeps you close to it all.
If a beach retreat suits you better, Longboat Key to the north trades downtown's energy for a quieter, more upscale stretch of Gulf coast. The St. Regis Longboat Key is the splurge pick here, with three pools including an adults-only one, while Siesta Key and Lido Key are better bases if you want a more laid-back, walkable strip near the sand.
The Sarasota Modern
The Sarasota Modern sits in the Rosemary District, a walkable arts neighborhood a few blocks from Sarasota Bay. Its midcentury-style pool deck is the hotel's main draw, backed by a hot tub and a cold plunge for cooling off between sun sessions.
The Pool Day Pass costs $35 per person for the full day. It covers the pool, hot tub, cold plunge, beach chairs, and umbrellas, plus a welcome drink, bike rentals, and local transport within a 3-mile radius.
The pass is bookable online through ResortPass or in person at the front desk. It's the only hotel in Sarasota with a day pass price published on its own site, which makes planning ahead simpler than elsewhere in the city.
Book direct: thesarasotamodern.com/faq — or call (941) 906-1290
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Art Ovation Hotel occupies a modern tower on North Palm Avenue in downtown Sarasota, its rooftop pool deck framed by views over the city and the bay beyond.
Day access covers the heated rooftop pool, outdoor cabanas, and food and drink service from the rooftop bar. Pricing isn't posted on the hotel's own site, call ahead to confirm the current adult and child rates before you go.
The rooftop deck draws a steady crowd on weekends, so an afternoon call to lock in a spot is worth it during Sarasota's busier winter months.
Book direct: artovationhotel.com/amenities — or call (941) 316-0808
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota anchors the city's bayfront, its Bayview Pool set against Sarasota Bay with a 20,000-square-foot spa attached for anyone pairing a pool day with treatments.
Day access runs through the hotel's own iDayPass booking portal rather than a published price list, so options and rates vary by date. Cabana rentals and spa add-ons, including the Healing Waters treatments, are bookable through the same portal.
This is the most formal of Sarasota's day pass hotels, book a few days ahead if you want a specific date during the winter season.
Book direct: ritzcarltonsarasota.idaypass.com — or call (941) 309-2000
Siesta Key Palms Resort
Siesta Key Palms Resort sits on Stickney Point Road, a short drive from Siesta Key's beaches, with an adult pool and a separate family pool spread across tiki-shaded grounds.
Access covers both pools, hanging daybeds, hammocks, fire pits, BBQ grills, WiFi, bike rental, and beach chairs. The hotel lists this as a $45 resort fee tied to its amenities package rather than a clearly labeled non-guest day pass, so confirm by phone whether day-trippers can book it directly or need to go through ResortPass.
Call ahead before visiting, since the property's own site doesn't spell out non-guest access terms.
Book direct: siestakeypalmshotel.com/sarasota-fl-hotel-amenities.php — or call (941) 786-4778
Sun Outdoors Sarasota
Sun Outdoors Sarasota is an RV resort on Fruitville Rd east of downtown, built around family-oriented amenities rather than a boutique hotel pool.
Its day pass covers the outdoor heated pool, mega waterslide, and splash pad, a good match for families with kids rather than an adults-focused pool day. Pricing isn't listed online and varies between online booking and walk-up rates, call to confirm both the current price and same-day availability.
The program only runs seasonally, from April through October, so check dates before planning a visit outside that window.
Book direct: sunoutdoors.com/day-passes — or call (941) 371-2505
Frequently asked questions
Does the Hyatt Regency Sarasota still offer pool day passes?
No. The Hyatt Regency Sarasota, which used to sell marina-view pool access, closed in 2025 and is being demolished to make way for condo towers. Skip it if you see it listed on older aggregator pages.
Do kids get a discounted rate?
Art Ovation Hotel is the one property with a published child rate, listed lower than its adult price on aggregator sites. The other four hotels don't post separate child pricing, ask when you call to book.
What should I bring to a Sarasota pool day?
Sunscreen and a refillable water bottle cover the basics, since Florida sun is strong most of the year. Towels are provided at all five properties, but bring your own bag for personal items, pool decks here don't offer lockers.
More pool day passes near Sarasota
Florida's Gulf Coast day pass market keeps going south of Sarasota. Naples offers a similarly small, upscale selection with clearer published pricing, while Key West has the state's widest hotel lineup, ten properties from $20 to $50 per person. Tampa, just up the bay, rounds out a Gulf Coast day-tripping loop if you're staying in the area for more than a day.