Gulf Shores Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beach with a green umbrella and two lounge chairs.
A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a weathered driftwood structure.
A variety of seashells on a beach.

Activities


Our pick of the best Gulf Shores Hotel Deals

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
17260 Harbour Pointe Dr Fort Myers FL
The price is NZ$425 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
NZ$425
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Fort Myers. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"The resort is beautiful. We loved the balcony view."

Reviewed on 21 July 2026

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers

4 out of 5
251 Crescent Street Fort Myers Beach FL
The price is NZ$454 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
NZ$454
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,348 reviews)
"Nice resort. Liked the free beach umbrella and chairs for guests. Nice access to pool and ocean."

Reviewed on 22 July 2026

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort

Lani Kai Beachfront Resort

3.5 out of 5
1400 Estero Blvd Fort Myers Beach FL
The price is NZ$282 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$282
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and a beach locale. Popular attractions Key West Express and Estero Boulevard Beach ...
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Sanibel Island Beach Resort

3 out of 5
1231 Middle Gulf Dr Sanibel FL
The price is NZ$391 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$391
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Sanibel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,131 reviews)
"Beautiful property and very peaceful Rooms very comfortable and bedding very comfortable. The exterior could use some updating but not a huge deal . I really loved being able to walk out to the beach from the back side of hotel . Pool was great The grounds were very well maintained and had a wonderful ..."

Reviewed on 21 July 2026

Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

4 out of 5
275 Estero Blvd Fort Myers Beach FL
The price is NZ$541 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$541
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,408 reviews)
"Everything was excellent"

Reviewed on 22 July 2026

Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina
Hilton Garden Inn Ft Myers

Hilton Garden Inn Ft Myers

3 out of 5
12600 University Dr Fort Myers FL
The price is NZ$182 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
NZ$182
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fort Myers. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Staff was excellent! The facility was well maintained!"

Reviewed on 21 July 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Ft Myers
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Gulf Shores

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

Mid Island

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

West End

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

East End

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

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.

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.



Gulf Shores Travel Guide

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