A private beachfront location is the best feature of the three-pearl Cedar Cove Resort and Cottages. The homey hotel has a quiet atmosphere and caters to couples and families wanting a relaxing beach getaway. Beach accessories are provided, and there's a fun tiki hut bar and barbecue grill area, including a full bar. No daily housekeeping is another big drawbacks. And there's no on-site dining, but restaurants are within walking or short driving distance and a nearby trolley goes to Anna Maria Island. The 19 beach-themed, apartment-style rooms have full kitchens and the option of ocean views and pullout couches. As an alternative, travelers could also consider Tradewinds Beach Resort, which has a pool and a private dock for fishing from the bay.
A private beachfront location is the best feature of the three-pearl Cedar Cove Resort and Cottages. The homey hotel has a quiet atmosphere and caters to couples and families wanting a relaxing beach getaway. Beach accessories are provided, and there's a fun tiki hut bar and barbecue grill area, including a full bar. No daily housekeeping is another big drawbacks. And there's no on-site dining, but restaurants are within walking or short driving distance and a nearby trolley goes to Anna Maria Island. The 19 beach-themed, apartment-style rooms have full kitchens and the option of ocean views and pullout couches. As an alternative, travelers could also consider Tradewinds Beach Resort, which has a pool and a private dock for fishing from the bay.
Palm Tree Villas is a small mid-range hotel located a block from the beach on Anna Maria Island. The property offers eight homey apartment-style studios and villas amid lush tropical gardens. All units feature fully equipped kitchens (no cooktops in studios), private patios, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. The small heated outdoor pool, two grill areas with tables and chairs, and wide array of great freebies -- including laundry, beach chairs and umbrellas, and parking -- make it a convenient value pick for families and groups.
Palm Tree Villas is a small mid-range hotel located a block from the beach on Anna Maria Island. The property offers eight homey apartment-style studios and villas amid lush tropical gardens. All units feature fully equipped kitchens (no cooktops in studios), private patios, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. The small heated outdoor pool, two grill areas with tables and chairs, and wide array of great freebies -- including laundry, beach chairs and umbrellas, and parking -- make it a convenient value pick for families and groups.
Harrington House is a quaint mid-range bed-and-breakfast located right on Holmes Beach. Its 26 rooms -- which include six bungalows with full kitchens -- have charming island-style decor with lots of flower prints and wicker accents, and free Wi-Fi. Most units also have balconies overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, and a few have fireplaces. There is only a small heated pool here (plus another private one in the bungalows complex), but the property offers plenty of wonderful freebies that add value, including an excellent breakfast buffet, Wi-Fi, parking, kayaks and bikes, and daily homemade cookies. Kids under 12 are not allowed on the property, so families may want to compare rates at An Island Getaway at Palm Tree Villas, located a block from the beach.
Harrington House is a quaint mid-range bed-and-breakfast located right on Holmes Beach. Its 26 rooms -- which include six bungalows with full kitchens -- have charming island-style decor with lots of flower prints and wicker accents, and free Wi-Fi. Most units also have balconies overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, and a few have fireplaces. There is only a small heated pool here (plus another private one in the bungalows complex), but the property offers plenty of wonderful freebies that add value, including an excellent breakfast buffet, Wi-Fi, parking, kayaks and bikes, and daily homemade cookies. Kids under 12 are not allowed on the property, so families may want to compare rates at An Island Getaway at Palm Tree Villas, located a block from the beach.
Haley's Motel and Resort has a charming tropical vibe and sits just a few minutes' walk from the beach. Guests at this mid-range property can swim in the outdoor pool and barbecue in the lush garden. Wi-Fi is free and beach gear can be borrowed at no cost. The homey, coastal-themed rooms have mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and toasters; most also have stoves or cooktops, and some have small patios. But bathrooms are small and there isn't daily housekeeping. Travelers could also consider Tradewinds Beach Resort, a beachfront property that includes daily housekeeping.
Haley's Motel and Resort has a charming tropical vibe and sits just a few minutes' walk from the beach. Guests at this mid-range property can swim in the outdoor pool and barbecue in the lush garden. Wi-Fi is free and beach gear can be borrowed at no cost. The homey, coastal-themed rooms have mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and toasters; most also have stoves or cooktops, and some have small patios. But bathrooms are small and there isn't daily housekeeping. Travelers could also consider Tradewinds Beach Resort, a beachfront property that includes daily housekeeping.
