Sanibel, FL

Travel Guide

Sanibel featuring a garden
Sanibel featuring a garden
Fort Myers featuring a sunset and general coastal views
J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge which includes marine life and dangerous animals
Bowman\'s Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach as well as a couple

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Where to stay in Sanibel

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Mid Island

While visiting Mid Island, you might make a stop by sights like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach.

Mid Island
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West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach.

West End
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East End

While visiting East End, you might make a stop by sights like Sanibel Island Northern Beach and Sanibel Island Lighthouse.

East End
Periwinkle Way which includes cycling as well as an individual femail

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.

Beachview Country Club Estates
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Sanctuary

While Sanctuary might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Blind Pass Beach and Turner Beach.

Sanctuary
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Shell Harbor

Though Shell Harbor might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and Sanibel Sea School.

Shell Harbor
Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Sanibel Island Beach Resort

3 out of 5
1231 Middle Gulf Dr Sanibel FL
$346 nightly
The price is $383 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$383 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Sanibel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,668 reviews)
This is a lovely place. You step out onto the beach from the tiki bar and pool. Staff was very helpful. There’s a restaurant on site and was very good. The only thing I would recommend is if you can stay on the 2nd floor, there isn’t much in the way of sound proofing between the floors. You could ...

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
1451 Middle Gulf Drive Sanibel FL
$453 nightly
The price is $505 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$505 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury condo in Sanibel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,605 reviews)
Great rooms, nice decor, very clean, clean property bathrooms, great views and pools.

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
Sanibel Inn

Sanibel Inn

3 out of 5
937 East Gulf Drive Sanibel FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$625 nightly
The price is $697 total per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
$697 total
Mar 25 - Mar 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Sanibel. Enjoy a private beach, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Key West Express and Sanibel ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Love everything about it!

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

Sanibel Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
1451 Middle Gulf Drive Sanibel FL
Book a stay at this luxury condo in Sanibel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,605 reviews)
Great rooms, nice decor, very clean, clean property bathrooms, great views and pools.

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
Sanibel Siesta on the Beach

Sanibel Siesta on the Beach

2.5 out of 5
1246 Fulgur Street Sanibel FL
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Sanibel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Sanibel Island Lighthouse and Sanibel ...
Sanibel Siesta on the Beach
Island Inn

Island Inn

3.5 out of 5
3111 W Gulf Dr Sanibel FL
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

Island Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Sanibel

4.7
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
712
5 - Excellent 76%
4 - Good
186
4 - Good 20%
3 - Okay
27
3 - Okay 3%
2 - Disappointing
6
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
1
1 - Terrible 0%

4/5 - Good

Kg

Loved looking for shells. I think hotel should supply beach chairs and umbrellas. Its a beach!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

community reopening activity after covid-19 and very friendly

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Just beautiful

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Excellent seafood around!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Closest to being in the Keys!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Extremely family friendly. Safe and we learned a lot about nature.

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