Sanibel Island is on the Gulf of Mexico, four miles off the mainland, near Fort Myers, Florida. People love Sanibel Island for the warm tropical breezes and relaxed island ambiance. Almost half of Sanibel Island is preserved as a wildlife refuge and habitat. The “Ding” Darling Wildlife Refuge is a natural sanctuary for birds and animals. Miles of while beach lined with sea shells offers a peaceful refuge for walking and enjoying the beauty of the Gulf of Mexico and the sunset on the beach.
Sanibel Island, FL has a relaxed feel, with no high rises or bright lights. The hotels on Sanibel Island tend to be small and intimate. Following are some of the best hotels on Sanibel Island:
Best Western Sanibel Island Beach Resort. Luxurious resort offers attractions such as shuffleboard, sun=bathing in beach chairs, shell collecting, and picnics on the beach front. Facilities include a swimming pool, tennis courts and a beach front picnic area. 866-936-7666.
Holiday Inn Sanibel Island Beach Resort. Small Gulf front hotel with private beach access offers a heated outdoor pool, sun deck, beach front rooms, high speed Internet access, beach cabanas and chairs, free wireless Internet and more. 800-443-0909
The Sanibel Inn. Tropical inn with comfortable guest rooms, suites and condominiums. Amenities include a sparkling swimming pool, high speed Internet access. Dine at Ellington’s Jazz Bar & Restaurant and Take Five Cafe.866-565-5480.
Sanibel’s Seaside Inn. Quaint beach front hideaway was built in the 1960’s and renovated in 2005. Amenities include heated outdoor swimming pool, bicycles for touring the island, complimentary breakfast basket, shuffleboard, high speed Internet access and privileges at the Dunes Golf & Tennis Club. 866-565=5092.
Sanibel Sunset Beach Resort. Relaxing location on a luxurious stretch of pristine white sand beach, lined with a canopy of seashells. Relaxed setting perfect for a dip in the warm, azure waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The resort is situated on four acres with tropical palm trees and miles of shoreline. Guests received continental breakfast in the morning. Recreation includes heated swimming pool, tennis court, shuffleboard courts and more. 866-565-5091.
Song of the Sea. Seaside retreat with romantic ambiance. Guests receives a bottle of wine upon arrival and daily complimentary breakfast served on the terrace. Beach umbrellas and chairs are set up on the beach for perfect lounging. Amenities include heated outdoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, bicycles for touring the isl;and and wireless high speed Internet. Guests have access to the Dunes Championship Golf Course.
West Wind Inn. This is the closest resort to the “Ding” Darling Wildlife Refuge, at the quiet end of Sanibel Island. Features tennis courts, large heated pool, pool bar, butterfly garden and koi pond and more. Normandie Seaside Cafe serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Pelican’s Roost Condominium Rental on the Gulf coast. 877-757-6678.
Sandalfoot Condominium Rental. 239-472-2275.
Sanibel Arms West Condominium. 239-472-1138.
Sanibel Beach Club Condominium. 239-472-3382.
Sanibel Siesta Condominium. 239-472-4117.
Sundial Beach and Golf Resort. 239-472-4151.
Information subject to change. Contact the hotels for additional information and to make reservation.
