SARASOTA which resort would you pick

[gjhardt]

Looking to go to Sarasota next year. I know Siesta Key is the best but that is not an option. Which resort would you pick and why. Thanks in advance.

 

[Saintsfanfl]

What are your choices? II, RCI, owner rental? You weeded out Siesta Key so it is helpful if you list what your options are.

 

[Jim Bryan]

I like Siesta Key but anything on Long Boat Key is my first choice.

 

[gjhardt]

options rci or ii

I have points in RCI and a week to trade in II. I see some units at Sandpiper but reviews aren't very recent. The Hyatt of course would be my first choice but would need to rent from Hyatt owner and a little out of my price range I think so looking to see what might be the next best resort to get.

 

[jjlovecub]

Vernada Beach Club on Longboat is fabulous!

 

[SunLover2]

I stayed at Veranda too - Very Nice.

 

[SherryS]

We like walking the Crescent Beach so have always liked Siesta best. Have stayed at Sandpiper , Calini ,Longboat Bay Club and Little Gull. All are very nice IMHO.

 

[Saintsfanfl]

I have points in RCI and a week to trade in II. I see some units at Sandpiper but reviews aren't very recent. The Hyatt of course would be my first choice but would need to rent from Hyatt owner and a little out of my price range I think so looking to see what might be the next best resort to get.

It sounds like you are basing your options on visible inventory. I am II only so I can't speak for RCI but you really should be placing a request. That area is almost non existent all year through instant trading.