Key features...- Set on its own 600ft private sand beach- Striking views over the Gulf of Mexico- Al fresco diningSetting the scene…Benefit from the renowned Helmsley service and receive treats such as a morning newspaper and a small refrigerator in your room for chilling beverages and snacks.Location…Resting along 600ft of private sandy beach overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, the Helmsley Sandcastle is one of our top pick Sarasota properties.Facilities & amenities…The hotel features two heated swimming pools and an assortment of activities and facilities including shuffleboard, volleyball, table tennis, and golf and tennis facilities are nearby. Guests can also swim in the Gulf of Mexico, rent a bicycle or lounge under the striped cabanas. There is free Wi-Fi throughout the property as well as free beach chairs for basking in that famous Floridian sun. The convenient gift shop on-site is perfect for purchasing holiday essentials.Dining…The Sandcastle Coffee Shop serves breakfast a la carte daily indoors or outdoors on the hotel's ‘Floridian Sidewalk Café’; dine al fresco for breakfast and lunch at the Candlelight Restaurant & Lounge for wonderful dinners and cocktails, or simply relax and absorb the sunshine at the Sandcastle Pool Bar where you can purchase a range of light snacks and drinks.Room info…Enjoy the newly-refurbished Northside Rooms, which feature two double beds, a coffeemaker, in-room safe, hairdryer, mini-refrigerator, iron and ironing board, complimentary morning newspaper and Wi-Fi.

Gulf Front Rooms are also available if you wish to upgrade.Rollaways are available to hire at $11.20 per night, payable locally.Things you should know…There is free car parking on-site. The resort operates a daily fee of $12.50 + tax that is payable locally.