At the start of season, you know your spare bedroom—make that couch for some—will be occupied with visitors. It’s hard not to take out-of-town guests to touristy places because, let’s face it: they are in Florida, near the beach and want a cocktail in hand, preferably at a tiki bar. The Lido Key Tiki Bar seems like a tourist trap but is truly a hotspot with the local set. It’s not easy to miss the authentic-looking tiki bar on the southern end of Lido Key—you can happily stumble upon it while strolling down the public beach access nearby. It’s part of the Ritz-Carlton Beach Club, so expect the best in quality and service yet with a laid-back vibe, outfitted with a few picnic tables for dining and a fire pit with chairs. Menu items include typical beach-bar fare and handcrafted tropical drink concoctions as well as beer and wine, all served with a relaxed authentic feel while still top-notch quality. They close nightly at sunset—there’s no better way to end the day with visiting family and friends.

Lido Key Tiki Bar at the Ritz-Carlton Beach Club, 1234 Ben Franklin Dr., Sarasota, 941-309-2000.