Driftwood Villas at Anna Maria Island Inn

Hotels
9.4 (141 reviews)
5108 Gulf Dr , Holmes Beach , us

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Non-smoking throughout
Heated pool
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean and spacious rooms
Cons:
Small bathrooms
Limited amenities
Some check-in issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.91
Several guests noted the cleanliness of the rooms, but there were mentions of issues like a dirty couch, which impacted the score.
Service
9.88
Most reviews highlighted friendly staff, although there were some complaints about check-in issues.
Location
10
Positive feedback regarding easy access to the beach and restaurants contributed to a high rating.
Room Quality
9.87
Guests appreciated the spacious, well-decorated rooms but some noted specific issues with noise and lack of a microwave.
Amenities
8.9
Amenities were mentioned but with comments about the lack of a microwave and small pool affecting the score.
Value for Money
8.86
Feedback indicated some guests found the cost too high for the amenities offered.
Food and Beverage
8.91
A lack of breakfast options and issues with the organic cafe influenced this rating.
Overall Experience
9.9
Despite some criticisms, many guests expressed overall satisfaction and willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 12:02

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Experience comfortable units with private bathrooms and cozy seating areas at Driftwood Villas.

Convenient Location
Enjoy easy access to Anna Maria Island, Holmes Beach, and Bradenton Beach during your stay at our villa complex.

Nearby Attractions
Explore the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art and Anna Maria City Pier just a short distance away.

Book your stay now at Driftwood Villas at Anna Maria Island Inn for a memorable beach getaway.

Important information:

Guests will receive a rental agreement which must be signed and returned to the property prior to arrival. If the agreement is not received, the guest should contact the property management company at the number on the booking confirmation.


Guests under the age of 25 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 141 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.91
Service: 9.88
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.87
Amenities: 8.9
Value for Money: 8.86
Food and Beverage: 8.91
Overall Experience: 9.9
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Anja • solo_traveller • de
7
Kleines Haus in toller Lage
Pros:

Die Lage war super, eigener Parkplatz vor der Tür, jede Menge Gastronomie und ein toller Strand fußläufig erreichbar
Bad schön groß!

Cons:

Die Größe der "Villa". Hatten zwei Räume erwartet, war mit zwei großen Erwachsenen und zwei großen Teenies recht beengt, mussten erst mal Möbel rücken...
Der Pool war nicht nutzbar,, da sich die Tür nicht öffnen ließ. Sah aber auch nicht sehr einladend aus.

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • us
7
Location great, check in/out times less than stellar
Pros:

Space was cute and great location to the beach

Cons:

Community pool was very dirty, enough to not want to use. Check in was late at 4pm and check out was early at 10 and were knocking on the door by 10:10 for us to leave. 16 hours for $400 is a little steep to have to rush out the next morning.

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Lene Strand Malkomsen • couple • no
8
Pros:

Hyggelig leilighet, nydelig såpeprodukter, sentralt plassert, kort vei til strand og med gratis buss hvert 20. minutt var veien kort rundt hele øya.

God frokostplass rett ved for acaibowl.

Cons:

Opplevde at prisen var høy kontra standarden, og mannen på stedet hvor vi hentet nøklene var lite imøtekommende eller hyggelig. Har forventninger til å bli møtt på en hyggeligere måte i denne bransjen.

Det står også at senga er en king size, den var imidlertid av den mindre enkle utgaven, men gikk fint for to smale mennesker.

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Sherry • couple • us
8
2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Delea • solo_traveller • us
6
overall it’s a charming place. just need to add a few things and make repairs as needed.
Pros:

location, cute place.

Cons:

the tv didn’t work - someone had to come and fix it. the bathroom outlet didn’t work but no one came to fix it. adding the following inexpensive items would enhance the stay - more hangers, hooks on walls, blanket for the couch, ice tray for the freezer, microwave.

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Kristina • couple • us
9
Pros:

Nice, clean, newly renovated room.

Cons:

Nothing--everything was great.

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Tyler • family_with_children • us
8
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2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Miki • couple • us
9
Great
Pros:

Great location. Very clean. Pool was great. The Houskeeping staff were so polite. Loved the ability to use the bikes at the check in facility.

Cons:

The shower did a weird self drain every night. It scared me the first night.
Shower needs a bench or shelf to put things on.
a microwave in the room would be nice.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Lori • couple • us
8
Our stay was good, no problems
Pros:

Clean

Cons:

Small, no drawers for clothes

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • extended_group • us
10
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Mateo • couple • co
10
Romántico , limpio , bonito , muy especial este lugar
Pros:

Espectácular el lugar

Cons:

Lo primero ! La comunicación con la recepción imposible , no hay quien atienda el teléfono . Intentamos unas 100 veces . Y ellos están a 1 milla de distancia … osea que complejo eso . Y la
Puerta de la habitación tiene una ventana que entra demasiada luz en la noche , hay que buscar con que taparla . De resto todo 5 estrellas

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
9
Very nice and quaint will definitely stay there again
Pros:

The room was very clean very quaint perfect for a couple nights today wouldn't want to stay all week

Cons:

There was no check-in office at the premises had to drive about a mile and a half to get to another resort to check in in person but you can do it online so

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • us
10
Island Paradise at reasonable prices
Pros:

Small 8 room property with large clean suites, pool and private parking. Easy walking distance to coffee shops, breakfast and dinner restaurants and 3 blocks to the beach. On the Trolley route so you can safely eat and drink around the Island without the need for a car

Cons:

Small inconvenience to check in at another property, even after full registration and keyless locks.

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • us
8
2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Josephine • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
• extended_group • ar
10
Pros:

Tranquilo, cerca del mar, hermoso departamento tipo pequeña casa.

Cons:

Le falta cocina, bacha de cocina y utensillos de cocina...solo tiene el lavatorio del baño.

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Feratovic • couple • us
9
QUIET AND CLEAN
Pros:

ROOM WAS SUPER CLEAN BRAND NEW
VERY NICE SET UP - NOT BEACH FRONT NOTHING IN WALKING DISTANCE

Cons:

FAR FROM EVERYTHING

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Ashleigh • solo_traveller • us
10
It was exactly what we needed for 1 night, would have loved to stay longer. We were able to park the car before checkin.
Pros:

Great location near bars and restaurants and walking distance to the beach. Also next to a Trolley stop either way. Lovely spacious room, comfy bed, very clean and easy check-in. All at very reasonable pricing.

Cons:

Liked it all

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Carmelita • couple • us
10
Pros:

Location comfort price

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Kathy • couple • us
9
We would definitely recommend Driftwood!
Pros:

It’s a charming little cottage in a great area of AMI. We were able to walk to shops and restaurants.

Cons:

We had difficulty setting the temperature and the mattress was not comfortable.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee