Pilot Student Housing & Accommodation Assistance
Cirrus Aviation welcomes students and visiting pilots from across the United States and around the world. To support your training experience, we provide accommodation recommendations near Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.
Living and Flying in Sarasota, Florida
Our beautiful city
Blue skies and ample sunshine… there are few places in the world more beautiful than Sarasota, Florida. Situated on Florida's Gulf Coast, Sarasota's year-round warm weather and near ideal flying conditions make it a great place to stay while you're in flight training. Cirrus Aviation has agreements with several nearby hotels and apartments that provide clean, spacious, well-appointed living areas, and access to the very best amenities. And when you're ready to take a break from studying, Sarasota has attractions and entertainment to meet every interest. From world-famous beaches and deep-sea fishing charters, to sporting events, shopping, and a dazzling array of restaurants and nightlife, Sarasota is not only the ideal place to fly, it's a great place to live. Explore your options with a few of our recommended accommodations below.
The Loop at 2800 Luxury Apartments
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The Loop at 2800 is a luxury apartment complex located less than 10 minutes from Cirrus Aviation. With a big, beautiful community pool and hot tub, a well-equipped gym for working out, and game rooms for relaxing and having fun, there's lots to do just a short walk outside your door. If you're in the mood for something more, enjoy world class shopping and dining at the University Town Center, restaurants and shops in downtown Sarasota on the Bayfront, and gorgeous white sand beaches, all just minutes from The Loop.
The Hilton Garden Inn
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The Hilton Garden Inn is located directly across the street from Cirrus Aviation. This beautiful hotel has excellent amenities for working out, dining, or just relaxing. Imagine spending the day in flight training and study, and then being able to walk across the street to your hotel to enjoy a leisurely dinner and an early evening swim as the sun sets. And just as with The Oasis Apartments, you're just minutes away from area beaches, restaurants, shopping, and nightlife.
Home2 Suites by Hilton
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Home2 Suites is also located across the street from Cirrus Aviation. Like the Hilton Garden Inn, Home2 Suites is a hotel with large, luxurious living areas, and access to first-class amenities for exercise and leisure activities. Enjoy a delicious complimentary breakfast before you start a busy day of flight training, hang out at the hotel in the evenings, or take a break and enjoy local shopping at the University Town Center or the music and nightlife of downtown Sarasota.
Need Help Finding Accommodations?
While Cirrus Aviation does not arrange housing, our Student Services team is available to offer general guidance and answer questions about the local area. We can help you understand typical housing options based on your training duration and provide insight into neighborhoods commonly used by our students.
If you need assistance planning your stay in Sarasota, we encourage you to reach out before your training begins.