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Sanibel Inn

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Sanibel Island Southern Beach

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
View from room
2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Standard Gulf View Condominium | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool

Explore the area

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937 East Gulf Drive, Sanibel, FL, 33957
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Sanibel Island Northern Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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Gulf Front First Floor Two Queen | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Gulf Front First Floor Two Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Gulf Front First Floor Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Pool/Gulf View First Floor King

  • 500 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Gulf View Top Floor Two Queen

  • 450 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Gulf View Suite Top Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Gulf View Condominium | Living area | 65-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Standard Gulf View Condominium

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1000 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Gulf Front Top Floor Two Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Pool/Gulf View Top Floor Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Gulf Front Suite Top Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Pool/Gulf View Suite 1st Floor

  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Pool Gulf View First Floor King ADA

  • 500 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Sanibel

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens. Also, Periwinkle Way is within half a mile (1 km) and Sanibel and Captiva Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Periwinkle Way - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Sanibel Island Northern Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Turtles Tiki Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪MudBugs Cajun Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cheeburger Cheeburger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wickies Lighthouse Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sanibel Inn

Timezone: America/New_York

An authentic, family-oriented Florida experience. Enjoy the many complimentary activities available when you stay at the Sanibel Inn. Unwind with the family while you cozy up to the fire pit or relax in the comfy suites and guestrooms set among a background of lush, well-manicured gardens. The ideal family destination to live like an islander.


Enjoy an exclusive membership to The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club Throughout your stay. Masterfully designed by 10-time P.G.A Tour winner and golf course designer, Mark McCumber—discover Sanibel Island’s premier golf and tennis destination.


Rate for a rollaway bed is $20.00 per night, plus tax. “Pack n’ Play” baby cribs are available for rental on request.


Resort Fee: There is a Resort Fee of $30.00, plus tax (total $33.45), collected by property at check in.


Cancellation Policy  NO SHOWS: The resort will charge one (1) night’s net room rate for any no-shows.
EARLY DEPARTURES: Guests who depart the Resort earlier than scheduled will be charged a fee of one (1) night rate for the room category reserved. This fee will be assessed to the Company. Guests who depart two (2) or more nights earlier than
scheduled will only be charged the early departure fee on the first night.


 


IMPORTANT INFORMATION


The health and safety of our guests, staff and island residents remain our highest priority. We are closely following local and state guidelines. The city of Sanibel has issued an emergency proclamation as follows:


Mandatory FACE MASK REQUIREMENT is currently in effect until further notice – all over the age of six must wear a mask in ALL indoor spaces such as hotel and restaurant lobbies.  Masks are also required in outdoor areas, UNLESS social distancing of 6′ is observed. Beach, bike/walk paths and outdoor physical recreation areas are excluded.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • High chair
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Kayaking
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 65-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 44.60 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Bicycle storage
  • Housekeeping
  • Newspaper
  • Parking
  • Partner property access
  • Phone calls
  • Self parking
  • Sporting facilities or equipment
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 and cash
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, Discover, Diners Club, and cash. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Inn Sanibel
Sanibel Inn
Sanibel Inn Beach Resort
Sanibel Inn Hotel
Sanibel Inn Sanibel
Sanibel Inn Hotel Sanibel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sanibel Inn to the airport?

Sanibel Inn is 24.9 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 Sanibel Inn?

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sanibel Inn on Sep 17, 2025 start from $280.57, 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 Sanibel Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sanibel Inn.

How close is Sanibel Inn to the beach?

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

Does Sanibel Inn offer free breakfast?

Sanibel Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sanibel Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sanibel Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Sanibel Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Sanibel Inn have a pool?

Sanibel Inn features an outdoor pool.

Does Sanibel Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Sanibel Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sanibel Inn to downtown Sanibel?

Sanibel Inn is 1.1 mi away from Sanibel.

Sanibel Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 609 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully updated rooms with great lighting amenities in all rooms. Excellent A/C and hot water, plenty of towels, coffee, and daily cleaning sevice. Mesh screen on porch as an absolute MUST due to the intense no-see-ums. Some still get through but the screen helps a LOT.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Midiala

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great property if you want to get away from daily busy life and just relax!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobbye

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ocean and finding sea shells
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

NORMA, Hialeah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Sanibel Inn.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing time. Great service. Beautiful resort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful !! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Traveled with family
Great rooms and staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele Leigh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing trip. Newly updated rooms, semi-private beach with free use of towels/umbrellas. Dining options on site (Tiki hut has delicious food/drinks that were reasonably priced). We enjoyed our stay and will be coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Accomodations were excellent. Am added plus was adjacent Dante's plus the amazing Hannah. .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelos

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The new Sanibel Inn post hurricane is just like it used to be but even better. Love the updated amenities and the friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariano

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property has removed well after the Hurricane. Everything is new again and an excellent staff ready to serve. On the beach! Pool. Tiki hut with fresh drinks and good food. Italian restaurant for dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Montvale

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie Maria

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful clean rooms with thoughtful features - reading lights beside the beds; plush towels; great shower; coffee and tea fully stocked each day. Walkway to beach was easy and staff were great providing umbrellas as needed and other sporting equipment. Great tiki bar beside the pool with great staff and Great food. Excellent relaxing week. Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy Lynn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super accessible and fun staff and tiki bar and restaurant!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you're looking for a quaint and beautiful natural beach, then Sanibel Inn provides the view, accompanied with great staffing and just beautiful accommodations. My favorite part of the ocean breeze and views. Absolute heaven.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M, Latrobe

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Direct beach access. Just be sure to get bug spray for the evenings if you’re outside!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

April Mae

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful place with great rooms. The staff were amazing, they were very accommodating and friendly. I would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025