The Helmsley Sandcastle Hotel is a full-service hotel that provides accommodations for business and leisure trips. Its meeting facilities have a seating capacity for up to 225 people. The hotel features a private beach that is spread over an area of more than 500 square feet. The Helmsley Sandcastle Hotel offers candlelight dining room and lounge area. The hotel provides shuffleboard counts and gift shops. It also features a business center and is equipped with audiovisual equipment. The Helmsley Sandcastle Hotel offers complimentary newspaper and fax services. The hotel s guest rooms feature coffee makers, hairdryers, refrigerators, and irons and ironing boards. It is located in Sarasota, Fla.