What is Gulf Shores like?

Travellers to the Gulf Shores neighbourhood in Sanibel will be sure to enjoy their stay. Consider a visit to Sanibel Island Southern Beach as part of your Gulf Shores travel plans.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Gulf Shores?

Expedia has 5 Gulf Shores hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Sanibel area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Gulf Shores, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Gulf Shores.

What are the top things to see and do in Gulf Shores?

Sanibel Island Southern Beach is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Gulf Shores. Sanibel Bayous and Bowman's Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Sanibel.

Gulf Shores Hotels: Cheap Accommodation in Gulf Shores

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Our top choices for Gulf Shores hotels

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel

16.7 km from Gulf Shores

Laura

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

2. Shalimar Beach Resort

West End, 5.2 km from Gulf Shores

PATRICIA

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

3. Island Inn

West End, 4.4 km from Gulf Shores

Cindi

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

4. Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Mid Island, 8.8 km from Gulf Shores

Neva

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

Deluxe Suite (Second Floor Only) | Terrace/patio

5. Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort

8.2 km from Gulf Shores

Lisa

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

6. Casa Ybel Resort

Ybel, 6.7 km from Gulf Shores

Cecilio

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

7. The Anchor Inn

Mid Island, 8.7 km from Gulf Shores

Jamie

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ft Myers Beach-Sanibel Gateway by IHG

20.3 km from Gulf Shores

Kenton Sean

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

9. Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

13.2 km from Gulf Shores

Marques

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway

17.3 km from Gulf Shores

Sidney

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

11. Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa

9 km from Gulf Shores

rick

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Myers Beach/Sanibel Gateway

20.1 km from Gulf Shores

Jason

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

13. THE Palmview AND Sandpiper Inns

Mid Island, 8.8 km from Gulf Shores

JACQUELINE

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

14. Kona Kai Motel

Mid Island, 7.9 km from Gulf Shores

Presley

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

15. Best Western Plus Beach Resort

17.4 km from Gulf Shores

selma

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

16. Latitude 26 Waterfront Boutique Resort - Fort Myers Beach

18.5 km from Gulf Shores

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

17. Candlewood Suites Fort Myers Sanibel Gateway by IHG

22.7 km from Gulf Shores

John

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

18. Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

17 km from Gulf Shores

David

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

19. The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites

17.9 km from Gulf Shores

Mayra

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

20. Matlacha on Shoreview

22.5 km from Gulf Shores

Robby

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

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Our guide on where to stay in Gulf Shores

Find the best Gulf Shores areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Mid Island

If you're spending some time in Mid Island, Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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West End

If you're spending some time in West End, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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East End

While visiting East End, you might make a stop by sights like Sanibel Island Northern Beach and Sanibel Island Lighthouse.

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Beachview Country Club Estates

While visiting Beachview Country Club Estates, you might make a stop by sights like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.

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Sanctuary

While there might not be top attractions in Sanctuary, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Blind Pass Beach and Turner Beach.

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Top Gulf Shores Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Gulf Shores

Sanibel Island Beach Resort

8/10 Good

"The room was amazing and very clean. They did give us the wrong room. Stated we were getting one of the last rooms. Then when we got there we were one of maybe 15 people there. The night we arrived the boy in the office wasn’t very helpful and had a bit of a chip on his shoulder. But we overheard he was fired the morning we left. Every other staff member was fabulous. They were so helpful and friendly. The lady at the pool bar is one in a million. We had no complaints. Would have liked to relax in a hot tub after walking the beach all day so I guess that’s a suggestion lol. Maybe spray the property for the biting gnats? All in all great stay, great location, great people as well."