Smuggler's Cove Resort

I am at Smuggler's Cove at the present time and just loving it. Very clean. Very friendly people, employees and owners/guests.

I have been able to walk to my hearts content, from beach to sidewalks. The traffic is a bit heavy but it's also February.

The pool and jacuzzi are wonderful. Laundry facilities down the hall included extra soap and softener sheets besides what were provided in the room when I checked in.

My room is a studio and for the price, it's wonderful! Full kitchen minus a dishwasher. Refrigerator even has ice maker.

Compared to the "resort" I stayed at for two previous nights before checking in here, this is heaven!!

Beach access directly across the road with the rather cool Gulf of Mexico. Chairs are out there provided by Smuggler's Cove. And what gorgeous sunsets!! Bring your cameras.

I love the location but the facility is little more than a converted Motel Room a la Roadway Inn or possibly an Econolodge. The room I was in was clean. The fridge was a bit long in the tooth and the kitchenette was spartan.

It wasn't a fair trade for my Sapphire Beach week in St. Maarten. We did a week trade. Under the RCI points scheme we could have gotten the room for far less than the 38,000 points our unit is worth. Ibelieve it would have cost 23,000.

The room was functional and more importantly, clean. Linnen change is made once a week.

The pool and hot tub are adequate and a lot of free activities are included.

Were we disappointed NO. But we weren't entranced either.

The location is the major factor. Their beach was fantastic and a short walk netted you three terrific restaraunts in the area.

When I win the lottery, I will buy a condo on Anna Maria Island. This is my Margaritaville!

Much to do a short distance away from outlet shopping to two terrific museums.

In my opinion Smugglers is worth no more than 90.00 a night tops.