The Dunes, FL
Sanibel
Popular places to visit
Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?
Bowman's Beach
Relax and revel in a visit to one of the area’s most beautiful beaches, great for swimming, fishing and finding special seashells.
Sanibel Island Lighthouse
Although nobody knows how many shipwrecks it’s prevented, this lighthouse has been a welcome beacon for over a century. Visit it on an island that’s noted for shell collecting.
Periwinkle Way
The island’s spine is also its commercial hub. Drive or bike the road’s length to find attractions and discover many stores and restaurants.
Sanibel Island Northern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Northern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?
J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
See almost anything that flies, swims or crawls in Florida in this protected area. Become acquainted with wildlife while learning about varied species.
Things to do
Fort Myers Beach Sunset Excursion
Fort Myers Beach Dolphin & Sightseeing Tour Refreshments Included
Guided Kayak Eco Tour - Bunche Beach
The Dunes Hotel Deals
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Very nice and clean resort!
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
Room was very clean, the staff were outstanding
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Breakfast was great but not included with the room price The 29 drink credit we had to ask them about it as we didn’t receive it upon check in. But they gave us a rum barrell drink ticket snd domestic beer drink ticket and he tossed in a couple of xtras. We don’t care for the rum drinks. But overall ...
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Resort was in a perfect location affording a lovely pool with direct beach access . Close to shops and restaurants with great options . Disappointed that the resort restaurant did not afford many options for breakfast lunch or dinner and didn’t have take out coffee after breakfast . Personnel were ...
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Hyatt Vacation Club at Coconut Cove, Bonita Springs
The property was beautiful. The staff was friendly. The bed and pillows were amazing.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina
Chester was very personable and helpful. All the front desk people very knowledgeable and helpful. We arrived at 8 am and were upgraded to an available room after arriving from another hotel.
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Other neighborhoods around The Dunes
Mid Island
While visiting Mid Island, you might make a stop by sights like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach.
Sanibel Isles
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sanibel Isles and surrounding area, you can visit Dunes Golf and Tennis Club and Periwinkle Way.
Shell Harbor
Though Shell Harbor might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sanibel Sea School and Dunes Golf and Tennis Club.
East End
While visiting East End, you might make a stop by sights like Sanibel Island Northern Beach and Sanibel Island Lighthouse.
Gumbo Limbo
While Gumbo Limbo might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.
Beachview Country Club Estates
If you're spending some time in Beachview Country Club Estates, Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.