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.
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.
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.
Things to do

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

Exclusive Kayak Expedition: Exploring the Mangroves to Shell Key

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

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

Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

Anna Maria Island Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure
Top hotels in Ilexhurst

Kompose Boutique Hotel
We had a great stay at Kompose Boutique Hotel in Sarasota. Everything was clean, modern and very well organized. The staff was friendly and helpful during our entire stay. The breakfast was very good and nicely prepared every morning. It was a great way to start the day before going out. The location ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
Clean room nice upgrade
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Never used the pool. But we enjoyed both the simplicity and the 50s kitchy-ness. Would have liked to have had more towels. Lobby staff was great and the room cleaning staff were both effective and efficient.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

SkyBeach Resort
Lovely resort! Nice pools and lots of activities- pickleball, volleyball, kayaks and SUPs. Sky Bar is cute and lively. Luma has fabulous food - a bit pricey but worth it. Beach is on the bay so no beach walking. Great location - close to St Pete Beach and downtown St. Petersburg.We’d love to come ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Island Grand at TradeWinds
Good for a little family getaway. The hotel is dated. The food was good. The beach was pristine.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
The pool was amazing and the happy hour was a fun time every day. The breakfast was the best ever! Would totally stay here again!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 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.

