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Tarpon Tale Inn

Property class: 3
3-star beach hotel near Sanibel Island Golf Club

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A rustic outdoor bathroom with a wooden deck, a white sink, and various seashells scattered around.
A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a black oven, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a wooden table.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a microwave, and a ceiling fan.
A pebbled beach with a calm sea and overcast sky.
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit table, wicker furniture, and a white fence in the background.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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367 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL, 33957
  • Place, Sanibel Sea School
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanibel Island Northern Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanibel Island Lighthouse
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Signature Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Captain's Cottage)

A bedroom with a bed, an ottoman, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Signature Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Captain's Cottage)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Tarpon Cottage)

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining table with chairs.

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Tarpon Cottage)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Seashell I)

A compact bedroom with a bed, a brown leather sofa, a small dining table, a white dresser, and a kitchenette in the background.

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Seashell I)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Lighthouse I)

A compact living space with a bed, sofa, dining table, kitchenette, and a ceiling fan.

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Lighthouse I)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Studio Suite, Kitchen (Island Sunset)

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a microwave, and a ceiling fan.

Deluxe Studio Suite, Kitchen (Island Sunset)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Seashell II)

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, a lamp, a dresser, and a coffee table.

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Seashell II)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Lighthouse II)

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, a door with a screen, and a ceiling fan.

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Lighthouse II)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Birdhouse )

A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a ceiling fan, a desk, and a window.

Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Birdhouse )

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Sanibel

Oceanside stay.At this East End hotel, you'll be steps from Sanibel Sea School and within a 15-minute walk of Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Also, Sanibel Island Golf Club is within 3 miles (5 km) and Sanibel Public Library is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Sanibel Sea School - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sanibel Island Northern Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bimini Bait Shack - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gramma Dot's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Turtles Tiki Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪MudBugs Cajun Kitchen - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Tarpon Tale Inn

3-star beach hotel near Sanibel Island Golf Club
Feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the private white sand beach, located just 200 yards away. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Sanibel hotel.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Tarpon Tale Inn offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Sanibel hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property 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), key retrieval

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; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 is professionally cleaned
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Tarpon Tale Inn.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Tarpon Tale Inn Sanibel
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Tarpon Tale Sanibel
Tarpon Tale
Tarpon Tale Hotel Sanibel Island
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Tarpon Tale Inn Hotel Sanibel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Tarpon Tale Inn to the airport?

Tarpon Tale Inn is 25.3 mi (37-min drive) away from the Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Tarpon Tale Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Tarpon Tale Inn.

How close is Tarpon Tale Inn to the beach?

This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Sanibel Island Southern Beach and 8-minute walk from Sanibel Island Northern Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tarpon Tale Inn offer free breakfast?

Tarpon Tale Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Tarpon Tale Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Tarpon Tale Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Tarpon Tale Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Tarpon Tale Inn have a pool?

Tarpon Tale Inn does not have a pool.

Does Tarpon Tale Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Tarpon Tale Inn to downtown Sanibel?

Tarpon Tale Inn is 0.2 mi away from Sanibel.

Tarpon Tale Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 330 out of 409 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 409 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 409 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 409 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 409 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner is really friendly room is very clean nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location Warm and welcoming staff Quaint and enjoyable property a short walk to the beach. They provide everything you need from beach chairs, umbrella, cart, bicycles and even sun tan lotion!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful location. bikes, wagon, beach chairs, beach umbrella provided. close to beach. Shell washing station. outdoor shower.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and comfortable and the staff was friendly and helpful. We loved our visit to Sanibel and staying at the Tarpon Tale Inn and look forward to going there again some day.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to relax! Staff was great! Short walk to beach, shopping, and places to eat. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute and clean spot with bars and restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pearl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location about a five minute walk down quiet beach road to the beach and the lighthouse. Also the lighthouse shopping plaza nearby was a great source of excellent food and ice cream! Comfortable room with a great staff! Everyone was friendly, welcoming and helpful. We especially appreciated the availability of the outdoor shower to clean off from the beach before coming inside. In addition, our gracious hosts allowed us to leave our car parked there after checkout so we could enjoy one last visit to the beach. Also, they allowed us to use their cart and chairs and afterwards use the outdoor shower, all after checkout! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Salle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location for beach. There was beach equipment available for use. Great staff that made us feel welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Delores

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful room, more than enough amenities, above and beyond expectations
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We enjoyed a superb week! Staff was extremely helpful, our room was clean and quiet. The inn provided beach chairs, towels, and carts for the 10 minute walk to the beach, even a shell cleaning station. Plenty of bikes for guests to use. Excellent dining and ice cream shop available across the street. We can't wait to go again next year!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was PERFECT - Room, Bicycles, Location, parking, outdoor fire pit. We very much enjoyed our stay. This place has every detail decided and in place for the comfort and enjoyment of the guests. Couldn't be happier with our choice!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners on site and very engaged in making sure your stay is a good one
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, close to the beach. Provided beach chairs, umbrella, & beach cart for stay. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a short 2 day stay in Sanibel, and Tarpon Tale was the perfect spot for our family of 4. Easily walkable to some dining, shopping, and nice beaches, and the complimentary bikes give you the ability to explore the whole island while leaving the car parked. The extra details of this small independent hotel (bikes, shell-washing stations, fire pit area) are a great match for the small town, friendly feel of the island. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were looking for a quiet place to stay. The Tarpon Tale Inn checked off every single box! From the welcoming text to the friendly Inn keeper, our stay was perfect. The room was clean and nice in size. The location was perfect! Just a quick bike ride (which were free of charge) to the beach. There were some cute shops next door and across the street. If we decide to stay on Sanibel Island again, we will be staying there!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Our stay was great at the Tarpon Tale- a cute little place and just up from the beach and across from shopping!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great place with amazing staff and amenities. We have been here before and will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the ideal spot for a beach vacation. The property is convenient, clean, and full of amenities like free bicycles. Owner was a very gracious host. Thoroughly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Sanibel, walking distance to the beach and right across the street from my favorite ice cream parlor.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Amenities
So nice to be back visiting Sanibel! Our first time staying here. Beautiful, clean and a short walk to the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thanks for a good stay! Sanibel is wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great place to stay on the island! The staff was so welcoming and helpful to all the property had to offer. The proximity to the beach with the bikes and the availability of having all we needed for the beach. Then having a great place to relax and sleep at. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is unique and gorgeous, the property owner is awesome and the Inn is Excellent!!! I highly recommend this property 👌and everything around it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Joe was very helpful and friendly. The property is beautiful and the location couldn’t have been better. Can’t wait to come again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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