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Island Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront aparthotel near Sanibel Island Southern Beach

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Luxury Suite, Sea View | Beach/ocean view
Exterior
Luxury Suite, Sea View | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Gulfview Studio | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Luxury Suite, Sea View | Balcony view

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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3111 W Gulf Dr, Sanibel, FL, 33957
  • Place, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanibel Island Southern Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Periwinkle Way
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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Gulfview Studio | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Gulfview Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 462 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Luxury Suite, Sea View | Living room | 40-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player

Luxury Suite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 602 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Sanibel

On the beach.Your stay at this West End aparthotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Periwinkle Way. Sanibel Historical Village and Museum and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Periwinkle Way - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Blind Pass Beach - 13 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Bowman's Beach - 13 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rosalita’s Cantina Sanibel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cheeburger Cheeburger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sanibel Bean - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Island Inn

3.5-star beachfront aparthotel near Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Step outside to unwind on the sand beach. Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. Have fun in the sun at Island Inn with summer activities like surfing/body boarding, snorkeling, and kayaking.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Island Inn was completed in January 2023.

This 3.5-star Sanibel aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2018
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Island Inn offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and DVD players. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. Accommodations at this 3.5-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Sanibel aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include laptop-compatible safes along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in January 2023.

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Exterior
Sanibel Inn
  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 1,001 reviews
$444 nightly
The price is $496
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Sanibel Inn

Property amenities

Beach

  • On a private sandy beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player
  • iPod dock

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Change of towels on request
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Limited-hour front desk

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the airport
  • Next to a golf course
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboard
  • Snorkeling
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • 20 units
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Built in 2018
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Renovated - January 2023
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Inn Island
Island Inn
Island Hotel Sanibel Island
Island Resort Sanibel
Island Inn Sanibel
Island Sanibel
Is Sanibel
Island Hotel Sanibel
Island Inn Sanibel
Island Inn Aparthotel
Island Inn Aparthotel Sanibel
Island Inn Near Sanibel Island Southern Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Island Inn to the airport?

Island Inn is 29 mi (45-min drive) away from the Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Island Inn?

As of Dec 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Inn on Jan 4, 2026 start from $259.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Island Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Island Inn.

How close is Island Inn to the beach?

This aparthotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Island Inn offer free breakfast?

Island Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Island Inn?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel.

What time is check-in at Island Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Island Inn?

This aparthotel offers free self parking.

Does Island Inn have a pool?

Island Inn does not have a pool.

Does Island Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this aparthotel.

How close is Island Inn to downtown Sanibel?

Island Inn is 4.8 mi away from Sanibel.

Island Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 841 out of 1123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 1123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 1123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1123 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views from Matthews Lodge!!!! This is my third stay (first time after hurricane Ian) and every time the staff, from the office staff to the maintenance team to the housekeeping team are ALL amazing! Always right there to tend to every need with a smile! I don’t think there is ever a day they would ever not make this place feel like home away from home!! The Island Inn is a must and the island would not feel the same without them! They are working hard to re build the future and sustain the incredible history this Inn has to offer its guests. In fact, if I lived close enough, they make the environment so great I would even want to work there! God Bless!! Dawn H
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Arthur, Naples

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful. Units were pleasant and roomy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The Inn was a nice place. However be careful what web site you make your reservations with. They tell you there is a pool, complimentary breakfast. These are no more. After the hurricanes the pool is gone as well as then doing a breakfast for there customers. Rooms were spacious but it does come with a price.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to enjoy the beach. Beautiful sunsets, We will definitely be back to Island Inn. Thanks for a great vacation!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I think the Island Inn was a great place to stay if you want to walk out of your room onto a beautiful uncrowded beach that the crowd ls limited to the rooms it has occupied at the resort. Sanibel Island as a whole is still recovering from the devastation that the last hurricane there caused, as is the Island Inn, as they lost somewhere around 12-18 buidlings throughout the property. The room was a lovely efficiency room that included a living room and kitchen area. Rooms are clean and bright and well maintained. You can either stock up on food for your refrigerator and bbq right out on the beach or you can drive a little ways to Captiva Island and find some great restaurants there. We stayed there after a stay in Sarasota which was very busy, so an isolated, quiet beach without music playing and footballs being tossed in front of me was a nice change. Nice place to stay - Make sure you bring lots of strong bug spray for those times when there's no wind as the noseum's (sand gnats) will eat you alive and you won't know it until a few days later when you're home and itching like crazy. That's a "Sanibel" thing (not an Island Inn thing)..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an incredible stay at the Island Inn for our anniversary, and we can’t say enough about how wonderful this place is. Ken and the entire staff went above and beyond to make our trip truly special, and their kindness and attention to detail made us feel right at home. The rooms were very comfortable with breathtaking beach views, and the hotel provided so many thoughtful free amenities—like beach chairs and umbrellas—that made our days by the ocean even better. The screened porch was perfect for relaxing (citronella candles from the store were a lifesaver for the no-see-ums), and we loved how welcoming and friendly everyone was throughout our stay. Even with parts of the property still being rebuilt, the Island Inn already feels like a slice of paradise. We can’t wait to see it fully restored and will definitely be making all of our future Sanibel stays here. Highly recommend this gem to anyone visiting the island!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Such a nice location. Staff at check-in was extra nice and helpful with information about the area and different things to do. Looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nedra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As a couple in our 50's, we were looking for something quiet and relaxing which is exactly what we found here. There are no shops, pools, bars, or restaurants within walking distance but the beach was PERFECT! We will definitely return! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry, Palm Coast

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have been working tirelessly to get the property beck since the hurricanes. Our room was brand new and excellent! Everyone there is extremely knowledgeable and helpful to make sure your needs are met. It’s sad to see the island in such bad shape 3 yrs since Ian. However things are looking up all around and our stay along the beach was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ulysses

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Island Inn at Sanibel Island

Really loved this place. Right on the water, about 75 feet from back porch to ocean. Private and peaceful, everything a weekend getaway should be like. Will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Enjoyed Sanibel Island in August!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge F

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property is a little isolated and awkward to drive into. The view of the beach is beautiful and access is great. The amenities are a little limited.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good air conditioning. Ice maker in refrigerator. Gr I 89.32
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Traveled with family
Probably not fair to rate an area that is still recovering from recent hurricane damage that ravaged Sanibel Island. The room seemed more of a one-bedroom condo you would rent on the beach for a few days to a week. If that is your goal, a great spot. Otherwise, for anyone passing through, I think it misses the mark. That is what we were doing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
We stayed in a room with an absolutely breathtaking view, the perfect way to start and end each day with the sound of the ocean. The front desk service at check-in and check-out was fantastic – friendly, welcoming, and efficient. The beach is spectacular – peaceful, clean, and ideal for relaxing or shelling. Everything at the hotel is well cared for and thoughtfully maintained. It was a wonderful experience and we will definitely be coming back. Highly recommended for anyone looking for peace, nature, and exceptional hospitality!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald, Key West

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Island Inn is far beyond our expectations. Check in with Ken was awesome. Its more than a room irs an apartment with full kitchen, screened balcony overlooking the Gulf of America. One of the best places on Sanibel for sea shell hunting. Clean, nice furnishings.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliette

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best part of this is having private beach access and our room right there in walking distance. The staff was amazing! Special thank you to Glory, John and Ken + the housekeeping staff! Always so kind and welcoming. Will definitely be back in the near future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jefferey

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

A perfect vacation

A wonderful stay at a beautiful location! Island Inn was fantastic in every way. From check in to check out, the staff, property, and amenities were all top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025