Mainsail Beach Inn
101 66th St, Holmes Beach, Anna Maria Island, FL 34217-1345
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Overlooking stunning turquoise waters and situated on a powder sand beach is the Mainsail Beach Inn on Anna Maria Island. Offering guests a superb island experience, our resort offers 12 upscale multi bedroom suites, all with beachfront access, and some with a Gulf views. Hardwood plank floors, gracious living areas and fully equipped gourmet kitchens are complemented with locally inspired artwork, flat screen TVs, free WiFi, balconies or a patio. Community amenities include a heated resort-style swimming pool, hot tub, pool side grill, and beach lounge chairs & umbrellas. Conveniently located next to The Beach Bistro for fine dining and within walking distance to the Anna Maria Island trolley for easy access to Pine Street shopping, dining options and attractions. Barefoot Luxury. Authentic Florida. Discover the Mainsail Beach Inn difference!
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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101 66th St, Holmes Beach, Anna Maria Island, FL 34217-1345
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Just returned from our first trip to Anna Maria Island and the Mainsail Beach Inn. It was a great experience. Beautiful accommodations. Great location.
The onsite property managers and their teams could not have been more friendly and/or accommodating. It's not around-the-clock concierge service but it was as much or more than I'd normally expect from a small condo complex. For example, we discovered late one afternoon that our AC had gone out and informed the Manager just as she was getting ready to go home for the evening. She had been there all day and ended up staying until after 9pm to make sure that the HVAC crew was monitored while they worked to get our AC working again before we got home from dinner. Anything we asked for or needed such as paper towels or soap was brought to us within minutes of us asking. Thank you, Mary, Lindsay and Team!
We wanted a beachfront room and I worked with the staff before booking to be sure I was getting what I wanted. I can see how there could be confusion with regard to that so be sure to call Mainsail before booking. When I called, the manager gave me a detailed review of each of the available rooms and the pros and cons of each. The service is great from these guys. Just gotta ask.
Our condo was beautifully decorated. The kitchen was well equipped. Ice maker made ice. Washer and dryer worked just fine. Towels, linens etc. were in great shape. Everything that Mainsail could control was great.
Anna Maria Island/Holmes Beach is a very casual/very beachy/very family oriented destination. We didn't see any place on the island that looked nicer than the Mainsail Beach Inn. I highly doubt there's anywhere with better onsite service than what you'll get from Mary, Lindsay and Manny.
The onsite property managers and their teams could not have been more friendly and/or accommodating. It's not around-the-clock concierge service but it was as much or more than I'd normally expect from a small condo complex. For example, we discovered late one afternoon that our AC had gone out and informed the Manager just as she was getting ready to go home for the evening. She had been there all day and ended up staying until after 9pm to make sure that the HVAC crew was monitored while they worked to get our AC working again before we got home from dinner. Anything we asked for or needed such as paper towels or soap was brought to us within minutes of us asking. Thank you, Mary, Lindsay and Team!
We wanted a beachfront room and I worked with the staff before booking to be sure I was getting what I wanted. I can see how there could be confusion with regard to that so be sure to call Mainsail before booking. When I called, the manager gave me a detailed review of each of the available rooms and the pros and cons of each. The service is great from these guys. Just gotta ask.
Our condo was beautifully decorated. The kitchen was well equipped. Ice maker made ice. Washer and dryer worked just fine. Towels, linens etc. were in great shape. Everything that Mainsail could control was great.
Anna Maria Island/Holmes Beach is a very casual/very beachy/very family oriented destination. We didn't see any place on the island that looked nicer than the Mainsail Beach Inn. I highly doubt there's anywhere with better onsite service than what you'll get from Mary, Lindsay and Manny.
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Date of stay: July 2020
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Response from Norwood Smith, Marketing at Mainsail Beach Inn
Responded Jul 28, 2020
Dear tommD2775PC, Wow! Well you could knock me down with a feather! Lindsay, Manny, and I all take great pride making sure that all of our guests have an amazing stay, and reading your kind words makes it all worthwhile! Beaming from ear to ear! Warm regards, Mary Norman, Property Manager
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Staying at Mainsail Beach Inn has always been a dream of mine. We were finally able to make this dream come true for our family's spring break this year. Our townhome (Unit 12) was absolutely beautiful, clean, and perfect for our family. We had plenty of space to spread out, but the inviting living room, kitchen, and balcony brought us back together after decompressing from busy beach and pool days. Our favorite spot in Unit 12 is the huge balcony that overlooks the pool. You can also see part of the gulf - not a huge part, but enough to see the sparkling water! What a great place for an evening coctail after putting the kids to bed! The property is very well-maintained, and you just can't beat the easy access to the beach. We used the beach chairs daily, and checking them out was fast and painless - you just visit the lobby and ask for as many as you need, and they immediately walk out to unlock them for you! No waiting at all! We didn't check out any of the paddle boats or kayaks, but we saw plenty of people who did, and it also seemed very easy and fun. Anytime we had any questions or needed something, they staff were so quick and responsive! GREAT customer service! We really loved unwinding at the pool and hottub after a long beach day. Nicely maintained, lots of places to sit, tables to picnic at, and lots of pool floats were provided! This was the best beach trip our family has ever been on, and we will defintely be back. Unit 12 is our new favorite beach home away from home!
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Date of stay: April 2021
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We stayed in a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom oceanfront apartment and it was very clean, comfortable and beautifully decorated. The staff was kind and helpful. We made our reservation with Julie, and while we were at the Mainsail we interacted with Mary, Lindsey and Manny. Very nice group! I hope to be back soon.
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Date of stay: June 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from MainsailLD, Manager at Mainsail Beach Inn
Responded Jun 30, 2020
Hello there and thank you so much for your kind words about your stay here with us on beautiful Anna Maria Island! It's wonderful to receive your feedback and I have shared with Lindsay, Manny and Julie too, it means so much to all of us as it is our number one goal to make sure our guests have the best stay possible. We have to agree that nothing beats the view in our beachfront units and so glad to hear that it was comfortable for your family's needs. We can't wait to see you next time, and thanks again! Warm regards, Mary Norman, Property Manager
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We planned a family vacation at the beginning of the year for 7/11-7/18. We have stayed at this beachfront property 6 times previously, and used to believe their property was worth the 15 hour drive. Over the course of time it seems that there has been a decline in customer service, upkeep, and cleaning. This year we experienced assigned parking spaces. We were disappointed to discover that our spot was the farthest away, yet a reserved spot next to the door was for vendors. These vendors did not spend the $4k that we did yet our parking was less desirable. The staff is slow to respond to inquiries and do not stay on the property during the posted times at the front desk. There used to be an ice machine located by the pool that was a great benefit to guests, but we discovered it to have been removed. This year the Corp of Engineers had planned a beach restoration project, that had apparently been scheduled and postponed a few times. Point being, that Main Sail had knowledge of the pending project, yet gave no advance notice to their guests, so that guests could make informed decisions concerning their stay/reservations. Our notice of the beach restoration disruption was via an email after our arrival. The restoration work caused excessive undesirable discolored murky water sunday through tuesday although the beach was still accessible. During wed through sat the beach was completely inaccessible. Main Sail proudly markets their property as Beachfront and touts the access, chairs, paddle boards, kayaks that are available for use by guests. We paid for these attributes yet did not recieve the benefit during most of our stay. Our complaints both verbally and via emails were answered with "its out of our control". We requested some type of refund, but Main Sail would only offer a discount on a future stay. Main Sail actually suggested that the beach work was temporary and would be benefical for the future of the island and beach; but neglicted to acknowledge that the benefits were being gained on the financial backs of the guests staying at the property the week work was being completed. A beach restoration project as large as we encountered doesn't just happen, it is planned. Main Sail was negligent in providing advance notice to this pending project and very dismissive concerning their responsiblity to keep loyal repeat guest informed.
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Date of stay: July 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Norwood Smith, Marketing at Mainsail Beach Inn
Responded Jul 28, 2020
Hello there jeffjT8878IO, We are sorry to hear that your stay was not as you had hoped it would be. We do empathize with your concerns over the Beach Renourishment project and we are sorry that the Army Corp of Engineers scheduled this during the week that you were here staying with us. We notified all of our guests who would be affected as soon as we received word from them on Friday July 10th, unfortunately we did not receive notice on the specific dates until that time, as it had been rescheduled due to Covid twice before. In regards to the upkeep and cleaning, there have been many updates to the property in the course of the last few years, and we typically receive great feedback from our returning guests who take notice of these updates. We wish you had brought to our attention your complaints on the upkeep and cleanliness, as we also pride ourselves on the cleanliness of the property and the units. We would have been more than happy to address these concerns during your stay had we been made aware. We appreciate your comment regarding the parking, and it is being taken into consideration. As we discussed during our direct email correspondence previously, please call us to take advantage of the discounted stay in the future as we would love to welcome you back during a better time! All the best, Mary Norman, Property Manager
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Room view was not as expected. The unit (6B) picture on the website was misleading. It showed a picture of 6 units that all looked out to ocean. Instead the room had a view of the roof of the house next door (website vs real picture below) and you could only see a sliver of the water if you stood on ur tippy toes. The front office staff was not helpful at all, in fact she was rude and dismissive when I voiced my concerns. You also have to pay 25 dollars per night to park your second vehicle - the room accommodateS 6 people. How could you possibly fit 6 people in 1 car including luggage?!?!?! Also no smart TV....WiFi extremely slow. Far from a “beach” vacation. Very disappointing. Oh and it cost over 625/night!!!!
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Date of stay: July 2020
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Response from Norwood Smith, Marketing at Mainsail Beach Inn
Responded Jul 28, 2020
Hi there Lucy8675309, We are very sorry to hear that your Unit was not up to your expectations from when you booked it online. As addressed in our prior conversation, all units are listed on our website as to whether the are beachfront units or not. The photo that had been pointed out as misleading was a photo of the entire building from the viewpoint of the beach, and this photo is posted on each of the units photos. As also addressed, when viewing the website, there was an exact photo from inside Unit 6 looking out the window and what the view looks like. We are sorry that you were disappointed and hope that the rest of your stay went well in spite of the initial disappointment of the view. We would love to have you return in the future, please contact our reservations department directly so we can be sure to book you in one of our beachfront units. All the best, Mary Norman, Property Manager
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My sister reserved a room at the Mainsail Inn hoping for a wonderful beach front vacation with our family. She booked a room based on the pictures on the website which showed a beautiful beachfront property attached to the unit she rented. When we arrived we were extremely disappointed when we opened the curtains to reveal a view of NOT THE OCEAN but instead a view of the roof of the property immediately next door. Upon seeing this, my sister went to the lobby to discuss the misrepresentation of the unit on the website with the onsite manager. Sadly this was to no avail as there was no effort to rectify this situation and she continually reiterated that it was clear on the website which it is not. My sister never would have paid $600 a night (during off season no less) for a view of a roof! I would NOT recommend spending any money for a stay at the Mainsail Inn. Poor website representation of rooms and poor customer service by onsite manager. Save your money and go somewhere else for a beach vacation.
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Date of stay: July 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Norwood Smith, Marketing at Mainsail Beach Inn
Responded Jul 28, 2020
Hi there bgduvernois , We are very sorry to hear that your Unit was not up to your expectations from when you booked it online. As addressed in our prior conversation, all units are listed on our website as to whether the are beachfront units or not. The photo that had been pointed out as misleading was a photo of the entire building from the viewpoint of the beach, and this photo is posted on each of the units photos. As also addressed, when viewing the website, there was an exact photo from inside Unit 6 looking out the window and what the view looks like. We are sorry that you were disappointed and hope that the rest of your stay went well in spite of the initial disappointment of the view. We would love to have you return in the future, please contact our reservations department directly so we can be sure to book you in one of our beachfront units. All the best, Mary Norman, Property Manager
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We have stayed at the Mainsail Beach Inn twice now and both times have been excellent! The staff is so sweet and our room has been spotless each time. The location is perfect and we loved using the bikes/kayaks/paddleboards/beach chairs that were included with our stay. Watching the sunset from our beachfront balcony was the perfect way to end our evenings. We just left and I already can't wait to go back :)
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Date of stay: May 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from MainsailLD, Manager at Mainsail Beach Inn
Responded Jun 12, 2020
Hi there 432brittanyd, and thank you so much for all of your kind words about your stay here at our property! We love hearing that you were able to take advantage of the complimentary bicycles, as well as the beach equipment that we have to offer. We definitely agree that the sunsets here on Anna Maria Island are the best! We can't wait to see you again and again!
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Great place! Rooms convenient to pool and beach is a 2 minute walk away. Pool toys and beach chairs available, free kayaks and paddle boards, with bikes to rent. Quiet and relaxing, units have privacy, Almost no noise from other guests. Rhoda was so helpful with information about transportation for us with no car, (the Golf cart taxi is great), and answered all our questions. Coffee maker provided but no nearby coffee shop. Comfy beds, showers are fine, place is clean and well maintained. Thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful sunsets. Many places nearby for eats. Loved Ginny and Jane E’s.
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Date of stay: January 2023
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Response from Matthew Stout, General Manager at Mainsail Beach Inn
Responded Feb 3, 2023
Dear Global741316, Thank you so for this outstanding review! We are so happy you had a wonderful and relaxing time with us. Rhoda is amazing, we are so fortunate to have her on our team. We hope to see you all real soon!
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We stayed at Mainsail the week of Memorial Day, and had a phenomenal time. We have been going to AMI for about 6 years and typically stay in a condo, but because of the ban on vacation rentals, could not confidently secure it at the time of booking- this ended up being a blessing in disguise because we discovered Mainsail and will absolutely be back to this beautiful property!!
We stayed in Unit 11 which is one of the 3 bedroom units, and it was gorgeous. We had 3 adults and 3 kids (11, 7 and 4 years old) and this was the perfect set up. The pool area is fantastic and the grill and counter space make it very easy to make lunch or dinner poolside.
Mary and Lindsay who work in the office are AMAZING! The are the sweetest and kindest people and made our time there even better with their graciousness. I'm sorry that I forget the gentleman's name that was there for maintenance, but he was very nice and attentive as well when we had a small issue in the unit that needed a quick fix.
I highly recommend a stay at the Mainsail...you will not be disappointed!
We stayed in Unit 11 which is one of the 3 bedroom units, and it was gorgeous. We had 3 adults and 3 kids (11, 7 and 4 years old) and this was the perfect set up. The pool area is fantastic and the grill and counter space make it very easy to make lunch or dinner poolside.
Mary and Lindsay who work in the office are AMAZING! The are the sweetest and kindest people and made our time there even better with their graciousness. I'm sorry that I forget the gentleman's name that was there for maintenance, but he was very nice and attentive as well when we had a small issue in the unit that needed a quick fix.
I highly recommend a stay at the Mainsail...you will not be disappointed!
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Date of stay: May 2020
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Response from MainsailLD, Manager at Mainsail Beach Inn
Responded Jun 15, 2020
Greetings Brogan226, and wow! Thank you for all the wonderful things you have to say about your stay at our property here on beautiful Anna Maria Island! We agree that Unit 11 is gorgeous, and we are so glad to hear that the layout was perfect for your family and met your needs. It's also a convenient location to the pool and grill area, so we are happy that you enjoyed those amenities too. We also appreciate the kind words you shared about our staff, it means so much to us personally that you took the time to say such sweet things! We hope to see you many more times in the future! thank you again!
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Apartment well appointed with super washers and driers. Everything you need kitchen wise is there.
A couple of yards from the beach, towels are supplied and swimming pool and plunge pool are in the courtyard. Reception are on site from 8am to 7pm and are extremely helpful. Parking allocated per apartment with extra available if required. Publix supermarket is a 5 minute drive or you can catch the free bus which goes all round the island.
A couple of yards from the beach, towels are supplied and swimming pool and plunge pool are in the courtyard. Reception are on site from 8am to 7pm and are extremely helpful. Parking allocated per apartment with extra available if required. Publix supermarket is a 5 minute drive or you can catch the free bus which goes all round the island.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Make use of the free bus, ensure you book an apartment with a sea view
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Response from Matthew Stout, General Manager at Mainsail Beach Inn
Responded Jul 14, 2022
Dear Paul L, Thank you for your super review! Our location cant be beat, fabulous restaurants all around and the short drive to the grocery store. We make sure your vacation with us is as hassle free as possible. We hope to see you soon in Paradise.
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Chris,
You will be able to find rates for Mainsail Beach Inn on the our website or you can also call Reservations at 888-849-2642.
Hello and thank you for your email. We do have one property that accepts pets up to 25lbs. The name is Villa Margarita on Anna Maria Island. It is not within Mainsail Beach Inn; however, it is only a few blocks from the beach. It has 3 bedrooms and can sleep up to 8 people. You can reach us at 866.724.5287 for more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mainsail Beach Inn
Which popular attractions are close to Mainsail Beach Inn?
Nearby attractions include Restless Natives (0.9 km), Artists' Guild of Anna Maria Island (0.9 km), and Vintage Beach (0.9 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Mainsail Beach Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Mainsail Beach Inn?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Mainsail Beach Inn?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Mainsail Beach Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include The Ugly Grouper, Small Town Creamery, and Hurricane Hanks.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Mainsail Beach Inn?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Mainsail Beach Inn?
Yes, self serve laundry and a clothes dryer are offered to guests.
Are there any historical sites close to Mainsail Beach Inn?
Many travellers enjoy visiting De Soto National Memorial (7.9 km) and Florida Maritime Museum (6.3 km).
Does Mainsail Beach Inn have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.