The Sarasota Modern, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, is officially opened its doors in the heart of downtown Sarasota, within the epicenter of the urban ‘Rosemary District.’
With European inspired design details, the hotel features 89 guestrooms with indoor and outdoor living features, as well as two aqua pools and a hot spa. Dressed with clean white walls, natural wood detailing, floor-to-ceiling windows, pops of energetic wallpaper, private outdoor clawfoot tubs, all surrounded by lush greenery, The Sarasota Modern creates micro-paradises within a resort-style atmosphere.
“We are thrilled to welcome The Sarasota Modern into the Tribute Portfolio family,” said Jennifer Connell, Vice President, Brand Marketing & Management, Tribute Portfolio. “Our guests crave the real deal when they are traveling, from the people they meet to the design and ambiance that surround them. With its energetic vibe and dynamic social spaces, The Sarasota Modern will not disappoint as the way to experience the gulf like a local.”
The Sarasota Modern was designed in collaboration with Hoyt Architects based in Sarasota, Stephen Chung – a Boston-based architect and architects from the Sarasota School of Architecture movement. Blending European inspiration with the unique climate of Florida’s Gulf Coast, the hotel delivers an unexpected yet authentic Sarasota experience.
“We’re thrilled to welcome guests to The Sarasota Modern and provide an unforgettable experience for the modern traveler seeking local experiences and top-of-the-line customer service,” said John Markunas, general manager, The Sarasota Modern.
Showcasing a highly anticipated American cuisine restaurant concept, Rudolph’s – named after the famed architect Paul Rudolph – invites guests to indulge in a characterful dining experience, curated by chef Jennifer Salhoff. Overlooking the tropical streets of downtown Sarasota, Rudolph’s extends its presence into the soft light of the dimmed lounge, adorned with lavish armchairs, modern romance novels, hand-crafted cocktails, a decorative alligator named “Rudy” and live entertainment.
Guests can enjoy amenities such as the well-appointed fitness facility boasting brand new equipment from Peloton, a yoga room overlooking the bay, and in-room spa services. A custom, vintage Volkswagen Bus provides rides for guests within a three-mile radius, including downtown Sarasota and admired Lido Key Beach.
