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Q: What are the best motels in Sanibel?

Kona Kai Motel : Stay within a 10-minute drive of Sanibel Island Lighthouse and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. THE Palmview AND Sandpiper Inns : Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchen. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Sunshine Island Inn : Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages : It's located within a short 6-minute drive of Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchen.

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Our top choices for Sanibel motels

Kona Kai Motel

Mid Island

Michael

includes taxes & fees

16 June - 17 June

THE Palmview AND Sandpiper Inns

Mid Island

Geri

includes taxes & fees

9 June - 10 June

Park Motel

Diplomat

Kristeen

includes taxes & fees

5 June - 6 June

Angler's Inn

Matlacha

Janice

includes taxes & fees

16 June - 17 June

Deluxe Suite (Second Floor Only) | Terrace/patio

Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort

Saint James City

Greg

includes taxes & fees

4 June - 5 June

Floating Coconut Cottage Houseboat | Terrace/patio

Latitude 26 Waterfront Resort & Marina

Fort Myers Beach

Samuel

includes taxes & fees

4 June - 5 June

OYO Waterfront Hotel - Cape Coral/Fort Myers, FL

Caloosahatchee

Teresa

includes taxes & fees

17 June - 18 June

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Riverview Inn

Hancock

Stephanie

includes taxes & fees

16 June - 17 June

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Top Sanibel Hotel Reviews

Sanibel Island Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"I loved my 3 night stay there! This resort had a beachy vibe to it, quiet, and short little walk to the beach. The pool bar and pool closed at 7, which I thought was too early. It would have been nice to swim in the pool and have a refreshment after the day at the beach. Also, I was disappointed that the resort did not provide sun umbrellas as a courtesy. You had to rent them from a different facility or purchase one. I felt this was an inconvenience for those who flew from other states to spend their vacation there. I chose to go without."

Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

8/10 Good

"I stayed at this property with my husband for almost a week. Super quick walk to the beach from our room and the hotel provides chairs and umbrellas. Our favorite amenity was the bikes that they let you check out. We rode the bikes all over the Island and it was wonderful. The staff refreshed our towels every day while we were out so that was really nice to come back to. The only negatives are that there was only 1 mirror in the room and it was in the bathroom and the TV was hard to navigate at first. Other than that, we really enjoyed our stay at Sundial."

Tarpon Tale Inn

10/10 Excellent

"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!"

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Sanibel Motels information

Number of reviews	4,394
Accommodation	4 Motels
Lowest Price	NZ$101
Highest Price	NZ$490

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Sanibel?

When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Sanibel. In the area, popular places to visit include Key West Express.

What are motels like?

Motels often include free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. Starting in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travellers, and you can see these today along the historic US Route 66.

What are the best motels in Sanibel?

Kona Kai Motel: Stay within a 10-minute drive of Sanibel Island Lighthouse and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. THE Palmview AND Sandpiper Inns: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchen. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Sunshine Island Inn: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages: It's located within a short 6-minute drive of Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchen.

What can I do in Sanibel?

Those who've visited Sanibel love the beaches. Enjoy all there is to see and do in this relaxing area while you're out sightseeing. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Sanibel Island Northern Beach, Sanibel Island Southern Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum and Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation. Some historical places you might want to see include Sanibel Island Lighthouse, Sanibel Historical Museum and Village and Sanibel Historical Village and Museum.

What's the seasonal weather like in Sanibel?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Sanibel to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 20°C. The rainiest months in Sanibel are August, September, July and June, with each month seeing an average of 219 mm of rainfall.

What are my options for getting around Sanibel while staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about getting around Sanibel to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.), which is located 17.4 mi (28 km) away from the city centre. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Punta Gorda Airport (PGD), which is 32.3 mi (52 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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