Find beach resorts in Sanibel, FL

Known for its beaches and island views, Sanibel offers a lot for the traveler booking a beach vacation.

Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages is a top beachfront property offering free WiFi and free parking, located within a short 1-minute walk of Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Other good choices for your stay near the beach include Sunset Beach Inn and West Wind Inn.

Choose from one of Expedia’s 219 hotels in Sanibel for your beachside break.

You can plan your beach trip with a look at weather throughout the year in Sanibel: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 83°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 67°F. The rainiest months in Sanibel are August, June, July, and September, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of rainfall.

After getting settled at your accommodation of choice, you’ll likely want to venture out and explore. If you can’t wait to check out the beaches, head to Woodring Beach or Bailey’s Beach for a relaxing day by the water. Take advantage of the area’s bird watching and biking trails, and make time for local attractions like Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Other things to see and do in the area are Sanibel Historical Museum and Village and Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife.

Here’s some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Sanibel with ease. If you’re looking to fly to Sanibel, the closest major airport is Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW), located 21.6 mi (34.7 km) from the city center. If you’d like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.