Sanibel, FL

Travel Guide

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
Fort Myers

Where to stay in Sanibel

Periwinkle Way featuring 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
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Del Sega

If you're spending some time in Del Sega, Blind Pass Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge are top sights worth seeing.

Del Sega
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Gulf Shores

While there might not be top attractions in Gulf Shores, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.

Gulf Shores
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Ybel

While Ybel might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Periwinkle Way.

Ybel
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
3 out of 5
1231 Middle Gulf Dr, Sanibel, FL
The price is SAR 953 per night from May 11 to May 12
SAR 953
SAR 1,157 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Sanibel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,069 reviews)
"Room was clean, pool good, resort grounds pretty nice compared to alot of the hurricane damaged areas. The pool bar/food was really good. Adjacent burger joint very good. We bought a cheap beach umbrella. Beach chairs, towels provided. We’d go back. There is a $25 a day resort charge that is kinda ..."

Reviewed on 6 May 2025

Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Sanibel Inn
Sanibel Inn
3 out of 5
937 East Gulf Drive, Sanibel, FL
The price is SAR 1,497 per night from May 26 to May 27
SAR 1,497
SAR 1,886 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3-star beach condo in Sanibel. Enjoy a private beach, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Key West Express and Sanibel ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The new Sanibel Inn post hurricane is just like it used to be but even better. Love the updated amenities and the friendly staff."

Reviewed on 4 May 2025

Sanibel Inn
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
5 out of 5
1451 Middle Gulf Drive, Sanibel, FL
The price is SAR 1,515 per night from May 11 to May 12
SAR 1,515
SAR 2,183 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury condo in Sanibel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,562 reviews)
"Really great to see property coming back to life after getting hit hard by hurricane Ian a few years ago. The room I stayed in was brand new and very nice. Staff was polite, responsive, and helpful. Great pool area with plenty of seating, drink/food service at your chairs, and the kids loved the ..."

Reviewed on 24 April 2025

Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
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
Stay at this 5-star luxury condo in Sanibel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,562 reviews)
"Really great to see property coming back to life after getting hit hard by hurricane Ian a few years ago. The room I stayed in was brand new and very nice. Staff was polite, responsive, and helpful. Great pool area with plenty of seating, drink/food service at your chairs, and the kids loved the ..."

Reviewed on 24 April 2025

Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
Island Inn
Island Inn
3.5 out of 5
3111 W Gulf Dr, Sanibel, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Sanibel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
"Thoroughly amazing! We enjoyed every minute of our time there all the amenities that they offer the cleanliness the views the serene atmosphere is just unbelievable! We will definitely return in years ahead"

Reviewed on 16 April 2025

Island Inn
Shell Island Beach Club
Shell Island Beach Club
2 out of 5
255 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Sanibel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Key West Express and Sanibel Island ...
"It was lovely and well cared for. The office personnel were also easy to work with."

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

Shell Island Beach Club
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.