Title: Visit West End: 2026 West End, Sanibel Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in West End](https://expedia.com/West-End-Hotels.d977664051587067904.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Sanibel](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Sanibel.d9791.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Sanibel](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Sanibel.d9791.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in West End](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-West-End.d977664051587067904.Car-Rental-Guide)[West End Vacations](https://expedia.com/West-End.d977664051587067904.Destination-Travel-Guides) # West End, FL ## Sanibel ## Visit West End Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Sanibel Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Sanibel.dx9791) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Seashells on Sanibel Island, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976194887/1681d0fb-bad0-43e3-9dad-05ad6264d3a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sanibel Island Southern Beach 4.5/5(171 reviews) Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel? [](https://expedia.com/Sanibel-Island-Southern-Beach-West-End.d553248635976194887.Vacation-Attraction) ![Bowman\'s Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6296151/4495298b-a31a-40fc-a275-ded1cba6e62a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bowman's Beach 4.5/5(481 reviews) Relax and revel in a visit to one of the area’s most beautiful beaches, great for swimming, fishing and finding special seashells. [](https://expedia.com/Bowmans-Beach-West-End.d6296151.Vacation-Attraction) ![It’s not everyday you see dolphins inside Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge! These two made their way through a culvert. It reportedly has been at least 15 years since any were spotted this close to the road.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9791/7b756e94-d6f4-4afc-91f2-72603b2b245c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sanibel Bayous Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sanibel Bayous during your travels in Sanibel. [](https://expedia.com/Sanibel-Bayous-Fort-Myers.d553248635976194214.Vacation-Attraction) #### Blind Pass Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Blind Pass Beach during your trip to Wulfert? [](https://expedia.com/Blind-Pass-Beach-Fort-Myers.d553248635976197711.Vacation-Attraction) #### Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum 4/5(2 reviews) You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum in Sanibel. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.com/Bailey-Matthews-Shell-Museum-West-End.d6123901.Vacation-Attraction) #### JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge 4.5/5(4 reviews) Find out about the history of Sanibel when you spend time at JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/JN-Ding-Darling-National-Wildlife-Refuge-Sanibel.d553248621533115708.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Southwest Florida Sunset Sail](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3146060/208129dd-2c36-4c94-bbae-6379e223335e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Southwest Florida Sunset Sail $70 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/southwest-florida-sunset-sail.a3146060.activity-details) ![Copacetic Day Sail](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3146061/ce46a7d1-6271-4a2e-9229-41a28a522002.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Copacetic Day Sail $70 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/copacetic-day-sail.a3146061.activity-details) ![Fort Myers Beach Sunset and Dolphin Watching Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49585125/64783586-41c3-41b7-833b-538357650a0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fort Myers Beach Sunset and Dolphin Watching Cruise $70 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/fort-myers-beach-sunset-and-dolphin-watching-cruise.a49585125.activity-details) ![Dolphin Wildlife Cruise Fort Myers Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49515597/7ddf5e09-b4b4-4b06-b75b-dc221f49d5cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dolphin Wildlife Cruise Fort Myers Beach $64 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/dolphin-wildlife-cruise-fort-myers-beach.a49515597.activity-details) ![CLEAR Kayak Sunset & Light Tour - Bonita Springs / Ft Myers Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46660014/25c79098-81a3-4d1e-b461-d8fd7f1802df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### CLEAR Kayak Sunset & Light Tour - Bonita Springs / Ft Myers Beach $79 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/clear-kayak-sunset-light-tour-bonita-springs-ft-myers-beach.a46660014.activity-details) ![Ft Myers Beach Tiki Pub Fun in the Sun Dolphin Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47153143/06bbabd1-82a1-4de2-bf45-a625ef00b5dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ft Myers Beach 2 Hour Tiki Pub Fun in the Sun Dolphin Cruise $60 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/ft-myers-beach-2-hour-tiki-pub-fun-in-the-sun-dolphin-cruise.a47153143.activity-details) [See all activities in Sanibel](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Sanibel.d9791.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## West End Hotel Deals ![Shalimar Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117460000/117456000/117455909/055a7963_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shalimar Beach Resort 2823 W Gulf Dr Sanibel FL $557 nightly $622 total Mar 23 - Mar 24 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Sanibel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Bailey - ... 10/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews) Ocean was only slightly visible from a sliver on one side of the building directly in front of us. Room was good sized and had a full grit, range, and some dishes/cutlery, but was otherwise furnished adequately but not luxuriously. Could have used a couch or more comfortable chairs. Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F23%2F2026&endDate=3%2F24%2F2026&selected=117455909&PinnedHotelID=117455909&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=977664051587067904) ![Island Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1510000/1509800/1509747/68a9f174_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Island Inn 3111 W Gulf Dr Sanibel FL $549 nightly $612 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Sanibel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,131 reviews) The room was very clean and fresh. The view was awesome. The staff was great! All of our needs were met. Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F22%2F2026&endDate=3%2F23%2F2026&selected=1509747&PinnedHotelID=1509747&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=977664051587067904) ![Rare Walkout Condo On Sanibel Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18970000/18969300/18969272/70558fb4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rare Walkout Condo On Sanibel Beach Sanibel FL Book a stay at this beach condo in Sanibel. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Sanibel ... 10/10 Exceptional! (105 reviews) Fantastic location and condo has everything you need. Enjoyed every minute! 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Toothpaste on the sinks, rugs hadn’t been vacuumed, showers were quite moldy, cobwebs, comforters and shams were noticeably dirty. I had to wash them along with all extra ... Reviewed on Mar 20, 2022 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F28%2F2026&selected=29630910&PinnedHotelID=29630910&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=977664051587067904) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F28%2F2026&selected=29630910&PinnedHotelID=29630910&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=977664051587067904) ![Newly Reopened Luxury Sanibel Island 2-bedroom condo! Steps to the Beach!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106880000/106878700/106878675/w1170h1168x0y1-120d8c0e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Newly Reopened Luxury Sanibel Island 2-bedroom condo! Steps to the Beach! Sanibel FL Stay at this condo in Sanibel. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. 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