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A New Hotel Has Opened on Lido Key

Sarasota Magazine March 29, 2025

By Lauren Jackson March 25, 2025

Cirque St. Armands Beachside's restaurant Ringside. — Cirque St. Armands Beachside’s restaurant Ringside.

Image: Courtesy Photo

Cirque St. Armands Beachside has officially opened on Lido Key, replacing the Holiday Inn across from Lido Beach on Benjamin Franklin Drive. The new hotel is part of the Opal Collection portfolio, which also includes local hotels like The Resort at Longboat Key Club, Lido Beach Resort and Zota Beach Resort. It’s now officially accepting room reservations.

Cirque St. Armands pays homage to Sarasota’s rich circus history by leaning into whimsical décor like ostrich feather chandeliers, pinstripe columns and historic photos and posters.

Cirque St. Armands Beachside's outdoor pool. — Cirque St. Armands Beachside’s outdoor pool.

Image: Courtesy Photo

“Cirque St. Armands Beachside is where Sarasota’s rich circus legacy meets modern luxury,” Melissa Kaplan, Cirque St. Armands Beachside’s general manager, said in a press release. “This reimagined boutique hotel brings the magic of the Big Top to life with sophisticated flair. Every detail celebrates the ‘greatest show on Earth’ while offering guests the elevated hospitality, upscale accommodations, and breathtaking views. We’re excited to welcome guests to this one-of-a-kind beachside escape.”

Alongside its 135 rooms, Cirque also features a restaurant on property called Ringside, as well as a lobby bar called Midway and a poolside bar called Ringmaster.

Cirque St. Armands Beachside is located at 233 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Sarasota. For more information, call (941) 388-5555 or click here.

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