Holmes Beach, FL

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Beautiful Woman on the Beach
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 Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park.

Key Royale
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Bali Hai Beachfront Resort and Spa

Bali Hai Beachfront Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
6900 Gulf Dr Holmes Beach FL
Fully refundable
$473 nightly
The price is $535 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$535 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (669 reviews)
Restaurant, reception, amenities

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

Bali Hai Beachfront Resort and Spa
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
$441 nightly
The price is $499 total per night from Apr 16 to Apr 17
$499 total
Apr 16 - Apr 17
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (438 reviews)
Incredible location, great room! Loved everything! Would def come back!

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

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

Anna Maria Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
6306 Gulf Dr Holmes Beach FL
$861 nightly
The price is $973 total per night from Mar 21 to Mar 22
$973 total
Mar 21 - Mar 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Holmes Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (318 reviews)
Everything was wonderful!

Reviewed on Mar 10, 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (438 reviews)
Incredible location, great room! Loved everything! Would def come back!

Reviewed on Mar 15, 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 Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)
The condo was clean, but needed to be updated. It was overpriced in my opinion.

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

Alamanda Villas
Cozy Beach Bungalow | Steps to Gulf | Private Patio & Pool | Holmes Beach

Cozy Beach Bungalow | Steps to Gulf | Private Patio & Pool | Holmes Beach

Holmes Beach FL
Stay at this vacation home in Holmes Beach. Enjoy a water park, laundry facilities, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
Our happy place!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: From check in to check out, everything was ...

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

Cozy Beach Bungalow | Steps to Gulf | Private Patio & Pool | Holmes Beach
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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

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

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

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
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
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
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
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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

Drone view on the marina on the Manatee River with Bradenton in the background

Bradenton

Beach Panoramic

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

Cortez

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