Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Hotels
8.2 (894 reviews)
1231 Middle Gulf Dr , Sanibel , US
+1 (239) 472-4123

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Shopping on site
Front desk (limited hours)
Free wired internet
Tennis lessons on site
Free self parking
Pool sun loungers
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Housekeeping on request
Private picnics
Wine release events
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
High food prices

Categories

Cleanliness
7.46
Some reports of cleanliness issues including bed bugs and lack of regular cleaning service.
Service
9.43
Customer service was often highlighted positively, with many describing staff as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.47
Multiple reviews praised the fantastic location with beach access and nearby attractions.
Room Quality
8.42
Rooms were generally acceptable, though some noted issues like soundproofing and heavy doors.
Amenities
8.95
Amenities received positive feedback, although there were occasional deficiencies like bike rentals.
Value for Money
7.91
Some guests felt that the prices were high for the overall quality of the offerings.
Food and Beverage
7.46
Food quality received mixed reviews, and some guests found the pricing excessive.
Overall Experience
8.93
Most reviews expressed general satisfaction with their experience despite some setbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 04:06

Property Description

Situated in Sanibel, Sanibel Island Beach Resort offers a prime beachfront location. Guest rooms and suites are designed in serene shades of cerulean blue, sandy beige and calming greens. Complimentary Wi-Fi, a flat-screen satellite TV, a mini-fridge, a microwave, a coffee/tea maker, an in-room safe, a hairdryer, and an iron with ironing board are standard. The resort offers a restaurant with seaside views, a tiki bar, bicycles, beach access, an outdoor swimming pool, and a sun deck.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: RSW

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Infant Policies

    Children of any age are allowed.

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 894 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.46
Service: 9.43
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 8.42
Amenities: 8.95
Value for Money: 7.91
Food and Beverage: 7.46
Overall Experience: 8.93
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Maralee • couple • us
10
We had a great week!!
Pros:

Clean room, great bathroom, loved having a restaurant close by, pool was really nice!

Cons:

Not enough outside seating. Only place to sit early is by the restaurant. Pool is closed until 9, and beach chairs don’t go out early enough. Some of us get up early and like to sit outside coming from cold weather. The grassy area behind the pool would be a great place for chairs or benches!

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Jan • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Location, cafe, pool

Cons:

I would love an umbrella on the beach.
Also, i think the resort fee of $25 is excessive.
Overall, we would come again

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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William • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Location, foliage, rooms

Cons:

Restaurant expensive
Tell other guests on arrival to only use one parking spot per vehicle
Building exterior looks old

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Liston • extended_group • us
6
Pros:

Had a restaurant and pool and easy to get to town.

Cons:

Went out to the beach and set on a beach lounge chair and there were bugs crawling up my legs and bitting me ~ while on the beach? However, the locals say that is normal and suggested like to get somethg like skin so soft lotion to deter the cigars that are in the area. Guess this is normal for there.

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • us
10
Beautiful, clean, Oceanside resort
Pros:

Beautifully updated and clean and on the beach!

Cons:

Expensive and no breakfast included

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Diane • extended_group • us
10
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Stéphanie • family_with_children • fr
7
Hôtel trop cher pour le peu de prestations
Pros:

Emplacement idéal. La piscine avec le pool house étaient très agréables

Cons:

Petit déjeuner décevant pour un hôtel de ce standing.

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Josefina • family_with_children • ar
9
Muy buena
Pros:

La ubicación las comodidades

Cons:

La atención del personal del bar a la hora del desayuno

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • us
10
Great place to getaway from winter and life-noise.
Pros:

Location was ideal. Pool and beachfront. The rooms were renovated post hurricane and very clean.

Cons:

N/A

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Duane • couple • us
7
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Doug • couple • us
8
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • family_with_children • de
7
Schöne Lage aber zu teuer
Pros:

Lage

Cons:

Preis für ein double queensize nicht angemessen

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Guenter • couple • de
10
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Carolyn • couple • us
10
Pros:

Excellent location. Clean. Complementary pool and beach towels and beach lounge chairs

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Ulrike • family_with_children • de
8
Sanibel ist wunderschön und wir kommen nochmal dorthin.
Pros:

Die Lage direkt am Strand ist fantastisch.

Cons:

Sehr kleines Zimmer mit lauter Klimaanlage.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Yvonneda • solo_traveller • us
10
Nice boutique hotel right at beach with various added amenities. Will definitely stay again.
Pros:

Exceptionally clean. Staff is amazing & really liked the responsiveness via text. Room key is a waterproof wrist band which is very convenient. Loved location, just steps to beach. Pool area & lounge area with the hammocks under the palm trees just awesome. Beach chairs a plus. We did not use the pool but it appeared nice & had poolside bar. Nice shelling bag at check-in which you will need if you are shelling. Good cafe for mornings or afternoon coffee drinks hot & cold brew as well as smoothies & other options. There is a restaurant/bar if you don’t want to leave property.

Cons:

Bed was not too comfy. Coffee maker in room, water reservoir needed a deep clean. A fan in bathroom would be nice & maybe a means of privacy in sink area to block off from bed area. All in all though I would definitely return.

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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McKitterick • couple • us
9
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Kramer • family_with_children • ch
7
Pros:

Prima Lage um zu Fuss in Sanibel etwas zu unternehmen,nettes Frühstück draussen beim Pool

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Orellana • couple • us
10
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Adriana P • couple • us
8
2026-01-29 • via Nuitee