
Every year, Dr. Beach (his real name, Dr. Stephen Leatherman) lists his best beach in America. He factors in everything from the number of sunny days, to sand softness, to amount of seaweed/jellyfish on the beach. In 2011, Sarasota, Florida's Siesta Beach was ranked as number one on that list, and it's easy to see why.
Siesta Beach's white sand is made of 99 percent pure quartz, which means that it will feel cool even on scorching hot days, making the dash to the water that much less painful! The water is clean and clear, and helped the beach earn its Blue Wave designation from the Clean Beach Council.
There's plenty of space for everyone to spread out on this beach, as it is 2,400 linear feet. You'll also find year-round lifeguard protection, a park with showers, bathrooms, and snack bars, as well as plenty of shallow areas for kids or not-so-strong swimmers. Best of all? The beach is designated smoke-free, so you won't have to worry about digging up a cigarette butt in your sandcastle.
Below we have listed some the best places to stay while visiting the nation's number one beach with links to the best deals on the internet.
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The Beach Club at Siesta Key 3 Star Rating 1020 Sun N Sea Drive, Siesta Key, FL 34242 The Beach Club At Siesta Key Is Located In Siesta Key, Florida. Barbecue Grills, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Laundry Facilities, Balconies, 48-Inch Plasma Tvs, Kitchens. Information and Reservations |
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Inn at Turtle Beach 3.5 Star Rating 9049 Midnight Pass Road, Siesta Key Caters To Singles Information and Reservations |
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Holiday Inn Express Siesta Key 2.5 Star Rating 6600 S Tamiami Trl., Sarasota, FL 34231 Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express-Siesta Key/Sarasota. We are located 1 mile from Siesta Beach on Siesta Key, voted the 2nd most beautiful beach in the United States. Siesta Key's Crescent Beach has sand that is as fine as white talcum powder and the nearest beach access is less than 1 mile from the hotel. Information and Reservations |
| Capri Inn at the Beach 2.5 out of 5 Star Rating 6782 Sarasea Cir Siesta Key, FL 34242 Information and Reserations |
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Hibiscus Suites Inn 1735 Stickney Point Rd., Sarasota, FL Hibiscus Suites Inn Is Located In Sarasota, Florida, By The South Entrance Of Siesta Key. Information and Reservations |
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