Ilexhurst Travel Guide
Holmes Beach


Popular places to visit

West Coast Surf Shop
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at West Coast Surf Shop during your stay in Holmes Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
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.
Island Gallery West
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Island Gallery West during your travels in Holmes Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

Parasailing Adventure above the Gulf of Mexico

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

Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island

Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
Top hotels in Ilexhurst

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
The hotel facilities were excellent. The beach was as described - wonderful. Unfortunately we were located on the 5th floor with no functioning elevator and small children. The room layout was as described but the decor and condition of the room was severely dated and in need of refurbishment. Stay ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
The staff was excellent- wish our room was a little more updated and clean. Overall though was a nice stay.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Kompose Boutique Hotel
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Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

SkyBeach Resort
Resort was very nice and relaxing. Staff was always very helpful. Rooms are nice. I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Fabulous staff. So friendly and helpful. Breakfast had a variety of choices and everything we had was delicious. Our day by the pool was so much fun. Music, food and our “cabana girl” made the day even better. We will be back our next trip down
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Island Grand at TradeWinds
I got a standard room for four people, and it was really small. No room anywhere to put any suitcases but other than that everything was excellent. Definitely will be going back and getting a bigger room next time.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ilexhurst

Key Royale
While there might not be top attractions in Key Royale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park.
