University Place Community Park
University Place Community Park, 7850, Sarasota, FL 34243, United States of America- Park
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Convenient Location
Located just minutes away from Nathan Benderson Park and Interstate 75, our University Park hotel offers easy access to key attractions and transportation routes.
Comfortable Accommodations
Relax in our guest rooms featuring a flat-screen LCD TV, coffee maker, and work desk. Upgrade to a suite for added convenience with a microwave and refrigerator.
Nearby Attractions
Explore Sarasota Bay and visit Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, both a short drive from the Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch.
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Check-in from
03:00 PM
Check-out by
11:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
41 sqm
In-room amenities
1 King Bed
440 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access
Entertainment - 49-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Safe, free weekday newspaper, and iron/ironing board; rollaway beds (free) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and climate-controlled heating
Accessibility - Roll-in shower
Non-Smoking, pet friendly
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults · 2 children
Beds
King bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
41 m2
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
30 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
2 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
30 sqm
In-room amenities
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
440 sq feet
Layout - Separate sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access
Entertainment - 49-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, designer toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Safe, double sofa bed, and free weekday newspaper; rollaway beds (free) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and climate-controlled heating
Accessibility - Phone accessibility kit
Non-Smoking, pet friendly
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
King bed (151-180 cm wide), Sofa bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
41 m2
In-room amenities
1 King Bed
325 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access
Entertainment - 49-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Safe, free weekday newspaper, and iron/ironing board; rollaway beds (free) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and climate-controlled heating
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Non-Smoking, pet friendly
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
King bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
30 m2
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
30 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
2 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
30 sqm
In-room amenities
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Provider-sourced guest reviews.
The staff was great, it was really clean, the breakfast was good and the bed was comfortable. Also, it's located in a shopping plaza with a couple of good restaurants which made it easy after a long day!
Nothing, it was great
Good. Breakfast was great no bar or restaurant
When I checked into my room, the shower was not working. I informed front desk. Within 30 minutes, I was relocated to a different room.
I did not liked being inconvenience. Especially wanting to shower after being at beach all day.
Location, staff, breakfast.
It was perfect for our purposes.
Phenomenal experience and very appreciative of the fact that their pool chair lifts for disabled guests were actually operational! Georgia and Dave were very helpful and accommodating. If I were to come back to this area, I would definitely be staying here again.
The staff was very nice and stay was nice. However, it's been over a month and left 3 messages for a manager to return my call for some help afterwards.
schoon
All was very nice.
All was good
No
No
The staff is always welcoming. Never had a bad experience here. I come quite often and stay at this hotel Ashley the night auditor is wonderful always has fresh coffee always has a smile on her face always willing to help..
Ashley was very helpful and friendly
Wonderful people! Owen and Georgia super sweet. Rooms were quiet and clean. Very comfy beds and pillows. Breakfast was tasty, lots of choices. Very pet friendly, our little guy had a great time.
I have stayed here multiple times with my company. But this time I am passing through with family and we will always choose this hotel. It's clean, organized, beautiful decorations and no details are spared! Ashley working at night was amazing with check in and Juan who works days is always so friendly! Both go above and beyond, are personable and thats what makes up choose this hotel over and over!
All
We were traveling to Sarasota for a family event. I had read wonderful reviews about the Hampton Inn UTC. So that is where we stayed. From the moment we walked in to the moment we left, we were extremely pleased with everything about the hotel. Owen and Georgia at the front desk were very friendly and accommodating. The lobby area was beautifully decorated, and the included breakfast was excellent. So many choices. Our room was well appointed and very clean. The pool area was lovely with lots of lounges with thick cushions and plenty of shade. Again, everything about our stay at this Hampton Inn was wonderful and we will definitely stay there again when in the area.
A lot of things to do around the area
No comment
Everything. All of the staff was nice and affable all the time. The room was clean and the A/C worked like a charm.
I found nothing wrong at all.
Estaba limpio y sus camas cómodas
The staff was very pleasant and addressed me every time we walked by. I saw that they were always cleaning and mopping. Great job by all !!!
El desayuno, completo, muy bueno. 10/10 La piscina es pequeña pero limpia, bonita y con áreas de sombra y toallas . Está bien . La ubicación excelente es en una plaza comercial, pero no se escuchan ruidos. Me encantó porque tiene muchos lugares para comer y tiendas cercas
Las Almohadas (eso pasa en la mayoría de los hoteles , yo opté por viajar con mi almohada siempre) y deberían de limpiar las alfombras.
We were here for a soccer tournament and the area is great and far, far from what we expected. The location is perfect and great with shopping centers, pubs, restaurants, and endless fun activities for kids, families and adults. The hotel staff were excellent and very accommodating with all and any obstacles we had. We got moved to a King Suite that not only had a pull out couch that transformed into a queen bed but also a portable standing full bed. This worked for our family of 5. Plus the breakfast was awesome each and every single day during our 5 day stay. We loved everything about this place.
Clean, comfortable, convenient, and good service. Great big screen in the lobby, nice size rooms well appointed, ample parking.
Clean, up-to-date, pretty, and in a very good location
The property was as it should be, but the particular thing that really made it special was every single member of the staff from the cleaning crew to the kitchen crew to the front desk everybody working there is a true professional, and for somebody who badly needed a little vacation, this was absolutely perfect. the hotel is inside of a plaza with great restaurants and a grocery store as well as Total Wine and More.
$6 is too much for a budweiser bottle
Limpieza, servicio de breakfast, piezas
Other than the bathroom lighting being minimal and insufficient, the property and staff were wonderful!!
Proximity to attractions, staff were readily available to provide assistance. The whole property inside and out were well taken care of.
Possibly have grab bar near toilet. Otherwise everything was great.
All staff are great But ASHELY is wonderful she is a great host
Conforto e localização
Valor mais alto do que as demais
Excellent service clean room great breakfast and the late night person at the desk Ashley was very helpful I will stay here again the next time I need a hotel room in Sarasota Florida
My stay at Hampton Inn by Hilton Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch was nothing short of exceptional, and a huge part of that experience came down to the incredible staff—especially Owen, Georgia, and the housekeeping team. From the moment I arrived, Owen made me feel genuinely welcome. His professionalism, warm attitude, and willingness to go above and beyond set the tone for the entire stay. He handled everything with ease and a smile, making check-in smooth and stress-free. Georgia was equally impressive. Her attention to detail and friendly personality truly stood out. She took the time to ensure everything was perfect and consistently made me feel like a valued guest rather than just another reservation. It’s rare to encounter someone so dedicated and naturally hospitable. The housekeeping team deserves special recognition as well. My room was spotless every single day—fresh, organized, and incredibly comfortable. It’s clear they take pride in their work, and it absolutely shows. Walking into such a clean and well-maintained space made a big difference in my overall experience. Also everything is close by you can walk to anywhere you want, Mall,restaurants,all different stores and anything you can think of! Together, Owen, Georgia, and the housekeeping staff created an environment that felt welcoming, relaxing, and top-tier in every way. This level of service is what turns a good hotel stay into a memorable one. I would absolutely return and highly recommend this location to anyone visiting the area. Thanks so much Owen and Georgia you guys are an amazing team and we will be recommending your hotel to everyone we know 😀 !! Thanks so much Tara 1 and Tara 2 xoxo 😘 🤗 💖
Awesome place to stay! I travel a lot for work and I always stay with Hilton. I’ve noticed the breakfast at many hotels that offer free breakfast has really gone downhill. But this Hampton Inn has the BEST free breakfast I’ve seen in a long time. The staff are all friendly and helpful and their location is great. Walking distance to great restaurants and shopping. I will always stay here whenever I’m traveling in Bradenton!
All was well
Nothing
I love this hotel. It's close to everything you need, they have the BEST staff in Florida, the Wifi is fast and always accessible, the breakfasts are worth the price of admission and its so clean and convenient.
A very Good Hampton inn! Our go to property when in Sarasota. Can get expensive during season . Good breakfast, clean rooms and nice staff. Excellent location. University mall right there . The rooms have vented air and heat!!! Something not many hotels have. No loud window a/c units to keep you up at nite. First ime there it may be a challenge to find , but after one time no problem. Stayed here a dozen times . Always a consistent product.
Loved this hotel. Rooms clean & super comfortable . Shower water pressure amazing!! Love they had the lobby decorated w Olympics decor & had the games on the big TV . Very inviting!! Allison & Leslie from the staff were so friendly! Pool was super nice too
We came for a medical trip for three weeks ended up staying three months. They are many nice places to stay but the combination of the hotel and staff is what makes this place so special. Thank you to Patrick (GM) and Parker. The front desk is so friendly Georgia and Owen along with Allison. The breakfast was hot and delicious every morning, thank you Janet and others. Wendy was our cleaning attendant, she is wonderful. Always clean towels and a smile. The suite was so cozy and comfortable. It had to be for this extended stay. We got a great deal price wise. Location wise is perfect, your in the middle of the UTC area. So many restaurants to choose from. Atmosphere is so good, decorated for Xmas. Pool area is clean and private. No noise. Tony M
Great hotel in a great location! Many food options in walking distance. Front desk staff is very nice!! Shout out to Georgia who goes above and beyond!!! I will be back.
Great breakfast. Very nice pool & hot tub.
Convenience to mall and shops
Nothing
Great Hampton Inn. Location is convenient and close to everything. Staff is helpful and very pleasant. Breakfast is good with lots of choices. And they don’t run you out at 9:59!! Thanks for a great stay!
Located right in the middle of great shops. Plenty of great places to eat. Hotel smelled very nice and the rooms were exceptionally clean. We came just after Christmas and everything was still set up nicely. Very friendly and cozy atmosphere. The price was a little higher than I liked but still worth it. You will be very pleased with your stay!
This property is well maintained, rooms are clean, and beds are comfortable. The lobby was beautifully decorated for the holidays. Check in/check out was easy. Juan at the front desk even sent a text to make sure everything was good with our room. The staff here is very pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was good and they also give you “to-go” breakfast bags for the road. This hotel is in much better condition than some of the other luxury hotels I have stayed at. It’s also located in the center of all the UTC shopping which is a plus. We enjoyed our stay here and will recommend this hotel to others for sure.
Probably one of the best overnights I've enjoyed in a long time. Very nicely located near highway and near tons of great stores and eateries. Great atmosphere, clean, bright, awesome amenities friendly staff, great room, beds mini fridge and microwave, very nice bathroom, awesome shower (temp, pressure and spray pattern) and great bed and pillows ). Breakfast was great.. selection spread I throughly enjoyed.
my son didn't enjoy the sausage patty.
Leslie at front desk was especially helpful. She went out of her way to answer questions and found us a map that really saved us time. Leslie was not only professional but very personable.
Felt pre covid days where staff went out of their way to make customers feel welcome and valued. You enter the reception and the interior is seasonally decorated. The check in staff welcoming and helpful. Needed something printing. No problem for receptionist despite it wasn’t the normal printing. Housekeeping staff looked happy and wanted to please. The breakfast was outstanding compared to most other Hamptons. It was a real pleasure staying here. Thank you
I love love love this hotel, we've been here several years now and have always had a great experience! The staff are kind and helpful, the rooms are clean, checking in and out is simple and best of all I love the hotel breakfast. I love being right next to the shopping plaza, across from the mall and target plaza. Ita nice to be able to walk if I want also. The food options in the area are great and alot of things to see and do. Thank you for always providing great service and amazing experience when at Hampton! 🥰🥰🥰
Great hotel and wonderful location. Walking to shopping and great places to eat. Very clean rooms and the staff were wonderful. Leslie at the front desk was very accommodating. Will be back
As you can see from the pictures, the views were horrible. The place was not well taken care of. It was certainly not registered like that on your site booking.com. The air conditioner broke in the first unit on the third day. The house was 84° we had to move to another unit by ourselves. No one came to help us move, even though it was their fault they should’ve sent someone to help us. Both units had sliding doors with broken wheels couldn’t slide them open and closed. There was no water pressure in the second unit the first unit also had a broken disposal. I can’t say anything about my stay. It was very nice very unhappy.
Great location. In a large town mall but quiet and out of the traffic. Will book them again.
Convenient location with restaurants and shops close by Near highway but quiet in room
Clean and very friendly staff plus they decorated for Halloween
Very nice hotel. Extremely clean and staff was friendly and helpful.
The room was spacious and the bed was comfortable. It was fairly quiet. The shower was nice with strong water pressure. The TV had many viewing options. The alarm clock was simple and nice.
The breakfast was just okay. The pillows were not comfortable for me. The fridge made a loud humming noise at times.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had an outstanding stay at the Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch. The property is clean, comfortable, and conveniently located near great restaurants and shopping, but what really stood out was the level of service. Jonathan at the front desk went above and beyond to make sure my stay was perfect. From check-in to check-out, he was attentive, professional, and genuinely helpful with every question and request I had. His excellent service made me feel truly valued as a guest and set the tone for a great experience. The room was spacious and spotless, the beds were very comfortable, and I appreciated the little details like the quiet environment and easy access to amenities. Breakfast was fresh with plenty of options, and the entire staff kept everything running smoothly. Overall, this Hampton Inn exceeded my expectations thanks to both the quality of the hotel itself and the exceptional support from Jonathan and the team. I’ll absolutely be staying here again whenever I’m in the Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch area.
We had a really great stay at the Hampton Inn Lakewood Ranch! The hotel was super clean, the location was convenient, and the whole place had a comfortable, welcoming vibe. I personally want to give a big shoutout to Jonathan at the front desk — he was awesome! Super helpful with everything from check-in to making sure we had everything that we needed. He also gave us some amazing recommendations for places to eat and shop nearby, and they did not disappoint. You can tell he really cares about the guests having a great experience. Overall, we would definitely stay here again. Thanks again, Jonathan!
Very clean. Fast check in. Nice breakfast.
Ashley is a night host at hampton inn in Lakewood Ranch she is so helpful,kind very professional,friendly and very responsive. Always has a fresh coffee for guests and always super happy. She makes you feel like you’re at home. Thank you Hampton inn for having such great people like Ashley working for you I appreciate everything you do day in and day out for the guests. The hotel is always clean has lots of choices for breakfast and always have drinks such as lemonade,tea, and fresh water. Oh yeah and cookies. Happy Halloween!👻😌
From the moment we stepped on the grounds and into the hotel and in our room, we truly can testify that we had a great stay. Looking forward to our next stay somewhere around the world 🌎.
Superb service and staff. Room was large and very accommodating.
Great experience. We loved this hotel. Recommend 100%.
For the price of the hotel and the reputation that Marriott has i was very disappointed . The property carpet are very old , the bathroom in the rooms dirty, the AC wasn’t work good . I didn’t complain because we got the room late and we were very tired already and want to go to bed .
The pool closed an hour early compared to what the site said.
Overall great experience. Used digital check in with ease and walked into a very clean room. Plenty of towels, pillows and little toiletries. Jonathan at the front desk was very personable, helpful, and kind. He made sure we had everything we needed and then some. The hotel is a little confusing to get to your first time but is in a great area surrounded by tons of stores.
I had such a wonderful experience thanks to Ashley’s amazing service. From the moment I arrived, she made me feel welcome and taken care of. She was warm, professional, and attentive , always going above and beyond to ensure my stay was comfortable. What really stood out was her genuine kindness and willingness to help with anything I needed—nothing ever felt like too much trouble.
La ubicación es excelente! Tienes acceso a tiendas,restaurantes y lugareñas de esparcimiento.
I’m so pleased to say we love staying at this Hampton Inn ! It is located within twenty steps of outlet stores and restaurants ! The staff is excellent, friendly, helpful,and kind from the front desk to the breakfast staff to the cleaning staff! The hotel is very clean and fresh when you check in ! Highly recommend if you come to Sarasota to book your stay here! We stay here everytime we come to town ! Which is at least three to five times a year or more!
Jonathan at the front desk, really went out of his way to ensure that we had the most memorable experience we could have while we were in Sarasota pointing us out to all the different attractions and things to do on the West Coast of Florida, and he told us all the great shopping spots, if Jonathan was a general manager of a hotel I would be there in a heartbeat because I know his staff will be trained to an exceptional status.
The location and getting to the property from highway and construction. Could have had better signage.
Excellent breakfast and one of the nicest Hampton Inn's we have stayed.
Great location.
Georgia and Jonathon were so friendly and very helpful. We had a great stay at Hampton inn. Not only were Georgia and Jonathon helpful, but the place was immaculate. The breakfast was tasty and delicious. There was something for everyone.
Liked the oatmeal raisin cookies they put out around 5 o’clock every night so good
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Cleanliness
9.38/10Rooms are exceptionally clean and well maintained.
Service
9.85/10Staff is very pleasant and helpful, going out of their way to assist guests.
Location
9.39/10Conveniently located near shopping and restaurants.
Room Quality
9.34/10Rooms are comfortable with great beds and bathrooms.
Amenities
9.17/10Great amenities including a fantastic breakfast and easy access to facilities.
Value for Money
8.83/10While the price is higher than preferred, the experience justifies it.
Food and Beverage
9.38/10Breakfast options are plentiful and well received.
Overall Experience
9.85/10Guests have consistently enjoyed their stays with great service.
Just minutes from Nathan Benderson Park and I-75 for easy travel to Sarasota attractions and transport routes.
Relax in rooms with flat-screen TVs, coffee makers, and work desks, with suites offering microwaves and mini-fridges.
Complimentary parking makes arrivals simple while staying within a short drive to Sarasota Bay and the airport.