Compass by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

Sarasota/Bradenton, Sarasota

Virgin rating

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Floridays
2 Queen Room
Standard Room
Balcony Room
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Floridays
2 Queen Room
Standard Room
Balcony Room
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The hotel

The Compass by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound Hotel is a delightful oasis nestled in a stunning waterfront location. Drawing inspiration from the laid-back and carefree Margaritaville vibe, the hotel offers you a unique tropical experience like no other. With its mesmerising views of the Anna Maria Sound and pristine beaches just a stone's throw away, the hotel provides a perfect getaway for those seeking relaxation and rejuvenation. One of the standout features of the Compass Hotel is its Margaritaville-themed ambience. It's not just a theme; it's a way of life! Everywhere you turn, you'll find colourful beach decor, funky beachcomber furniture, and surfboards adorning the walls. And oh boy, those signature cocktails! Sip on a "Fins to the Left" or "Cheeseburger in Paradise" at the lively on-site bar. You'll be singing along to "Margaritaville" before you know it!

Amenities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Free Parking
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

located at the entrance to Anna Maria Island–a private, 220-acre island escape steeped in history, but Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach are just a short drive away. The distance from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Bradenton is approximately 30 miles (about 48 kilometers).

Hotel information

123 rooms. All rooms have air conditioning, 50" LCD Smart TV, High-Speed Internet, Mini-Fridge, Coffee Maker, Iron & ironing board, and hairdryer. Standard Rooms have either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.
  • Special offer - Stay before 31st Dec 2025 and receive breakfast and car parking complimentary. Offer subject to change. 

Complimentary parking

Sunrise at Compass (breakfast). Compass Bar & Chill (daily specials, daily happy hour, open from 11:00am-10:30pm ). Floridays Woodfire Grill & Bar is attached to the hotel.

Outdoor pool. Bicycle hire*. Fitness centre.

Complimentary WiFi is available in all public areas and rooms. Concierge. Gift shop. 24 hour front desk.

This hotel has a resort fee of $22 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change)

Resort fee includes: 2 Bottles of water upon arrival - Fresh daily pool towels - Daily parking - 24/7 Fitness Centre - WiFi - Welcome Cabana (located in lobby) with Coffee, flavoured water, and afternoon snacks. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival. 

*Denotes local charge 

Please note: Compass by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound requires guests to be 21 years of age or older to check in and guests must have a valid credit card that matches a government-issued ID.  

Please note: This Hotel has an incidental hold of $50.00 per night on the credit card provided at check-in. 

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (257)
  • Very good (29)
  • Average (21)
  • Poor (7)
  • Terrible (18)
Image of the Tripadvisor rating An amazing experience , Thank You Compass Staff

Jan 10, 2025 Mike L

I can only begin by saying from the time we walked in we were very impressed with the cleanliness and the uplifting spirit of a safe, fun, place. If you are a Jimmy Buffet fan this is a what heavens like. Upon check in we were met by staff with never ending smiles. One associate in particular stood out. The day we checked in she (Michelle) wasn't… Read more
I can only begin by saying from the time we walked in we were very impressed with the cleanliness and the uplifting spirit of a safe, fun, place. If you are a Jimmy Buffet fan this is a what heavens like. Upon check in we were met by staff with never ending smiles. One associate in particular stood out. The day we checked in she (Michelle) wasn't even there and still helped us. We had a unique challenge that required a team member to call Michelle on her day off at home to get the answer we had hoped for. Michelle was an unsung hero on that day and the days that followed. In addition to helping us navigate through the check in process when it appeared we had some barriers with availability. She helped us with minor modifications and additional comforts as my wife has mobility issues. Michelle leads by example and her approach must have been contagious as the rest of the staff shared the same smile and "Can do" Attitude. There were many others I can visualize who made our stay so relaxing including Sandy who also walked the extra mile to make our stay so worthwhile. The facility was spotless, the breakfast buffet Amazing, the restaurant first class, all 10's on my scorecard, but it was the people that I was most impressed with. There is a certain comfort as a guest I feel when surrounded by such pleasant people. 'Well Done" Compass. Read less
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Jan 5, 2025 Joe b

The Bartender Cynthia was one of the best , most helpful and hysterical bartender I have ever met. She made everyone in the bar have an incredible experience and could not imagine having a better time. Again I highly recommend anyone visiting the area to stop in and say hello to Cynthia. She is amazing
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Nov 12, 2024 chris g

3rd time stating here. Always a great experience. Very nice Hotel. Staff is always awesome. Restaurant is a great experience. Wait Staff and bartenders are very friendly. I want to give a shout out to Cindy in the restaurant. Very helpful and great hospitality. See you all soon
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Let your compass lead you to Compass

Nov 9, 2024 JulieJacknG Peninsula, Ohio

I travel ALOT! I cannot say enough positive things about this hotel. First, the warm & welcome greeting when we arrived. Made us feel like VIPs. Then the room was spacious and comfortable, and the pillows are heavenly. It is a short drive to the beach. We enjoyed good live music at the Floridays next to the hotel. Food was decent. The next morning… Read more
I travel ALOT! I cannot say enough positive things about this hotel. First, the warm & welcome greeting when we arrived. Made us feel like VIPs. Then the room was spacious and comfortable, and the pillows are heavenly. It is a short drive to the beach. We enjoyed good live music at the Floridays next to the hotel. Food was decent. The next morning the breakfast buffet was delicious. They had an older woman working and she kept checking on everyone and it was nice to have her conversation. Everything we had was delicious. We only stayed one night but cannot wait to return. Beautiful and clean. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent hotel!

Nov 3, 2024 davival Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

We stayed at the Compass Inn for two nights, and were very impressed with the hotel. It is in a very quiet area, next to the bridge which goes across to Anna Maria island. Our room was upgraded to a marina view, which was extremely kind of the hotel staff, as the view from our balcony was lovely. The rooms are quite spacious and very clean, with… Read more
We stayed at the Compass Inn for two nights, and were very impressed with the hotel. It is in a very quiet area, next to the bridge which goes across to Anna Maria island. Our room was upgraded to a marina view, which was extremely kind of the hotel staff, as the view from our balcony was lovely. The rooms are quite spacious and very clean, with comfortable beds, and tasteful decor. I would say that the air conditioning unit in our room was quite noisy, but didn’t really affect our sleep. Breakfast was part of our package, and everything we had was great, with plenty of choices to suit all tastes. We did eat in Floriday’s restaurant twice during our stay, which is attached to the hotel, and the dinners we had were excellent. The staff were very friendly, especially the lady at breakfast, and made for an excellent vacation. Thanks to everyone at the Compass Inn! Read less