The off-island hotel sits just across Anna Maria Island Bridge and is as accessible by boat as it is by car. West, Bradenton) is a Margaritaville property serving plenty of Margaritas at their Compass Bar & Chill. Large accommodations, with space for up to 10 in unit 12, make this a perfect choice for families.įor those seeking a cheeseburger in paradise, Compass Hotel (12324 Manatee Ave. A heated pool and hot tub are perfect for visits when the Gulf waters are a bit cooler.

Situated on a stretch of private beach, luxury abounds at Mainsail Beach Inn (101 66th St., Holmes Beach). Each room comes with unobstructed views of the sunset.Īnna Maria Island Inn offers direct access to white sand (Photo: Michael C. Comfort is key as each room is stocked with extra pillows, sheets, and blankets as well as pool/beach towels. As one of the hotels closest to the water, Seaside comes complete with all the bar tools-including blender-needed for cocktails on the semi-private veranda leading into the white sand. In 2022, the Seaside at Anna Maria Island Inn (2200 Gulf Drive North, Bradenton Beach) underwent a massive renovation making it one of the hippest places to stay on the island. is another shopping destination on the island. And the Bridge Street Pier (1 Laverne Dr., Bradenton Beach) is home of the Anna Maria Oyster Bar and a good place to pick up boat charters Bridge St. The smaller Rod and Reel Pier (875 N Shore Dr, Anna Maria) caters to anglers. boardwalk into the Gulf, is good for fishing and sightseeing. The Anna Maria City Pier (100 N Bay Blvd., Anna Maria), a 700 ft. The City Pier provides amazing panoramic views (Photo: Michael C.

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