With a population of 6,565, Siesta Key is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Siesta Key has to offer.
If you’re looking for affordable options, Clayton's Siesta Grille (1256 Old Stickney Point Rd) and eat here - Siesta Key (240 Avenida Madera) are great picks.
When flying to Siesta Key, you’ll arrive at Sarasota Bradenton Intl (SRQ), which is located 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Siesta Key from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 28h 25m.
Another option to get to Siesta Key is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 182 km from Siesta Key. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Thrifty, among others, in Orlando.
You can travel by bus to Siesta Key using RedCoach or FlixBus. From Tampa, the bus ride to Siesta Key takes 113 km and will cost you around $64. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 330 km.
Average rates range from around $608 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $987 and up for a 5-star experience.
Expect to pay $1.59 per litre in Siesta Key (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.99 and $25.31. The most frequently booked car type in Siesta Key is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is, on average, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.