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    White Sands Beach Resort

    52 reviews
    #10 of 15 Hotels in Holmes Beach
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    6504 Gulf Dr, Holmes Beach, Anna Maria Island, FL 34217-1325
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    4.5
    52 reviews
    • Excellent64%
    • Very good30%
    • Average5%
    • Poor0%
    • Terrible1%
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    “been coming for years”(3 reviews)
    “laid back”(5 reviews)
    “family owned”(2 reviews)
    Free Wifi
    Free Parking
    Air Conditioning
    Beachfront
    Pool
    Non-Smoking Rooms
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    2 Star Hotel
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    All reviewsbeen coming for yearslaid backfamily ownedon anna maria islandbooked for next yearsmall familyheated poolrooms are spaciousfree islandwe loved our staytrolley stopnice poolwonderful placefew stepsthe kitchenbrotherssandals
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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Laidback, family-owned and -run resort

    A beach with sand like powdered sugar a few steps to the west, a warm heated pool, friends you have made over the years..... This is White Sands. The owners, Ken and Jeff, and their amazing team - Mike and Esther - take a personal...More

    1  Thank 2FlyingCoconuts
    Reviewed 29 December 2017
    Another wonderful stay

    We loved our stay here once again. Rooms are very clean. Everyone from Jeff, Ken, Ester and Mike are great to deal with. The pool was amazing, Heated to 85 degrees was great. Liked the island music. You are also right on the beach which...More

    4  Thank Helen F
    Reviewed 4 November 2017
    Perfect

    The White Sans has a fantastic beach right out the door!!! It is very clean and friendly. Thr rental prices are extremely reasonable. Ken and Jeff take a personal interest in your comfort! You can't go wrong anytime of the year.

    2  Thank BillDing7
    Reviewed 21 September 2017 via mobile
    Wonderful escape from hurricane!!

    Having lost power from hurricane Irma, we decided to take our son's advice and follow he and wife to White Sands Beach resort on Anna Maria Island and this was the best thing we could have done! This small family owned motel was delightful and...More

    1  Thank Willsgg
    Reviewed 2 July 2017
    Wonderful experience, and have already booked for next year

    There's a reason why this resort does not get many TA reviews - the majority of people that come here are repeaters. They check out and book again for next year, which - even though this was our first trip - we did. Staying here...More

    3  Thank VickyandDanny
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    #10 On the Beach Hotel in Holmes Beach
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    29 March 2017|
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    Response from mcaslan | Reviewed this property |
    The pull out sofa bed is standard wire spring frame. My son said it's the same feel as what we have at home. eh I imagine 2 boys 7 and 10 will make it work, but the single room is small. My recommendation is the 2 room... More
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    "Rooms 1, 11, 12, & 14 good for larger families - and face the Gulf. You are steps away from the water..."
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