With world-renowned beaches nearby, you might say we’re spoiled, but sometimes a sand-free day by the pool with food and drinks at the ready is just what the doctor ordered to beat the summer heat.

Many hotels require a night’s stay for pool access, but here’s a short roundup of those that offer day passes.

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

1111 Ritz-Carlton Drive, Sarasota, (941) 309-2000

Enjoy the Bayview Pool at the luxury hotel's downtown Sarasota campus (cost does not include access to the Beach Club or Golf Club).  A $75 day pass includes:

• Use of the outdoor heated pool
• Pool lounge chairs (first come, first served)
• Towel service
• Poolside service with food and drinks available for purchase
• Complimentary Wi-Fi

The Sarasota Modern

 1290 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, (941) 906-1290

This midcentury modern-inspired hotel is a getaway oasis tucked away in the Rosemary District.

A $30 pool pass gets you: 

• Access to the outdoor pool, cold plunge pool and hot tub
• Lounge chairs (first come, first served)
• Towel service
• Ping-Pong table and deck games
• Access to the hotel's fitness center
• Wi-Fi

Art Ovation

1255 N. Palm Ave., Sarasota, (941) 316-0808

This trendy rooftop bar and pool offer amazing views of the Gulf and the downtown Sarasota skyline. Passes are available for adults ages 18 and up only.

A $35 pool day pass gets you:

• Pool access
• Towels
• Poolside food and drink service
• Wi-Fi

The Westin Sarasota

100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, (941) 217-4777

Combine a pool pass with a wellness treatment like a massage or a facial at this downtown Sarasota hotel, whose rooftop pool boasts epic views of the downtown skyline all the way to out to the Gulf. Reservations are required and a 20 percent service charge is applied at checkout.

Pool passes start at $175 and include:

• A facial or massage
• Access to the unisex relaxation lounge
• Access to the outdoor rooftop pool
• Locker rooms with showers
• Towels
• Food and drink available for purchase
• Complimentary tea
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Complimentary valet parking

Sun Outdoors Sarasota 

7125 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, (941) 371-2505

This RV resort is a no-brainer for families. With games, pools for all ages, a pool slide and plenty of families, kids make friends fast and the livin' is easy. (Note that towels are not provided.)

A $15 day pass gets you: 

• Access to the outdoor heated pool, hot tub, waterslide and splash pad
• Lounge chairs (first come, first serve)
• Poolside food and drink available for purchase
• Showers
• Complimentary outdoor activities (equipment included) like mini golf, shuffleboard, pickleball, bocce ball, and basketball
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Complimentary self-parking

Waterline Villas and Marina

5325 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, (844) 863-9443

Enjoy the signature chill vibe of Anna Maria Island and views of the quaint marina on the bay at this laid-back hotel.

A $20 pool day pass includes:

• Reserved pool chair
• Access to the heated outdoor pool
• Towels
• Games like Ping-Pong, Jenga and chess
• Access to The Chateau Anna Maria restaurant
• Complimentary bottled water and Wi-Fi

Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa

600 U.S. 41, Palmetto, (941) 557-6659

Located near downtown Bradenton, this new resort opened in 2024 and offers plenty of outdoor amenities, including an infinity pool and tennis courts.

A $45 pool pass includes:

• Access to the outdoor infinity pool and lap pool
• Lounge chairs (first come, first served)
• Towels
• Food and drink available for purchase
• Lawn games, pickleball and tennis courts
• Access to the fitness center
• Changing rooms with showers
• Complimentary Wi-Fi