Holmes Beach, FL

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C1804A Waterfront homes on Gulf of Mexico at Holmes Beach, Florida
C1804A Waterfront homes on Gulf of Mexico at Holmes Beach, Florida
I found the end of the rainbow.
Fantastic sunsets on Holmes Beach
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Where to stay in Holmes Beach

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Ilexhurst

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Ilexhurst, Anna Maria Sound and Bradenton Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Ilexhurst
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Key Royale

While Key Royale might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach Beaches.

Key Royale
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Haley's at The Anna Maria Island Inn

Haley's at The Anna Maria Island Inn

3 out of 5
8102 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach FL
$250 nightly
The price is $282 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
$282 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this apartment in Holmes Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (421 reviews)
Great location, super friendly staff, and were more than happy to put a bottle of champagne in our room before arrival!

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Haley's at The Anna Maria Island Inn
Bali Hai Beachfront Resort and Spa

Bali Hai Beachfront Resort and Spa

3.5 out of 5
6900 Gulf Dr Holmes Beach FL
$316 nightly
The price is $358 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
$358 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Holmes Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (652 reviews)
We loved it here!! Defiantly would come back in the future

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

Bali Hai Beachfront Resort and Spa
Anna Maria Beach Resort

Anna Maria Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
6306 Gulf Dr Holmes Beach FL
$314 nightly
The price is $355 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
$355 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Holmes Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (298 reviews)
The room was clean and smelled great when we arrived. The pool and grounds are so clean and well maintained.

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

Anna Maria Beach Resort
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Haley's at The Anna Maria Island Inn

Haley's at The Anna Maria Island Inn

3 out of 5
8102 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach FL
Stay at this apartment in Holmes Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (421 reviews)
Great location, super friendly staff, and were more than happy to put a bottle of champagne in our room before arrival!

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Haley's at The Anna Maria Island Inn
Alamanda Villas

Alamanda Villas

3.5 out of 5
102 39th St Holmes Beach FL
Book a stay at this beach condo in Holmes Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Bean Point Beach and Coquina Beach are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Fized plumbing issue right away. Great service

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

Alamanda Villas
Villa-style condo with pool and beach access - Condo 8

Villa-style condo with pool and beach access - Condo 8

Holmes Beach FL
Stay at this condo in Holmes Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bean Point Beach and Coquina Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (156 reviews)
Yes! No issues

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

Villa-style condo with pool and beach access - Condo 8
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

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West Coast Surf Shop

You can do some window-shopping at West Coast Surf Shop during your visit to Holmes Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

West Coast Surf Shop

Island Gallery West

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Island Gallery West during your travels in Holmes Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Island Gallery West

AMI Paddleboard Adventures

You can take time to visit AMI Paddleboard Adventures during your travels to Holmes Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

AMI Paddleboard Adventures

Things to do

Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

$99
per adult
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour

Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour

$55
per adult
Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour
St. Pete Dolphin Watching and Shelling Adventure

St. Pete Dolphin Watching and Shelling Adventure

$43
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
St. Pete Dolphin Watching and Shelling Adventure
Picture 4 for Activity Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

$55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Mangrove Tunnels

Exclusive Kayak Expedition: Exploring the Mangroves to Shell Key

$45
per adult
Exclusive Kayak Expedition: Exploring the Mangroves to Shell Key
Our Cruise gives you the best seat there is to the Skyway Bridge Light Show! Different display every night of the week!

Island Sunset and Skyway Light Show - 3hr Boat Cruise in St. Pete

$80
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Island Sunset and Skyway Light Show - 3hr Boat Cruise in St. Pete
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Reviews of Holmes Beach

4.7
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
58
5 - Excellent 77%
4 - Good
15
4 - Good 20%
3 - Okay
1
3 - Okay 1%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Parking is tricky, and the roads flood horribly when it rains a lot, but it's a really lovely place to visit.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The Cedar Cove Resort is right on the beach. The sunsets were amazing!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

A great place to go to unwind.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nice clean beach! No dangers at all.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Busy

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Enjoyed walking the beach and picking shells and sitting in the lounge chairs and enjoying the sunsets.

Cities near Holmes Beach

Boulders placed on beach to prevent erosion.

Bradenton

Inviting Hammock on Bradenton Beach

Bradenton Beach

The day comes to a close over the Gulf of Mexico. Bean Point Beach is at the Northwest end of Anna Maria Island. A nice wide beach with fine white sand. A little more secluded than some of the other beaches nearby.

Anna Maria

whte recreational boats and yachts in Bradenton, Florida

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