Gulf Shores Travel Guide

Captiva

An aerial view of a coastal area with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and a dense cluster of buildings surrounded by greenery.
A bird standing on wet sand near the ocean waves.

Things to do


Top hotels in Gulf Shores

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
17260 Harbour Pointe Dr Fort Myers FL
The price is £211 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
£211
23 Nov - 24 Nov
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 ...
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 £185 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
£185
10 Dec - 11 Dec
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 ...
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 £130 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
£130
7 Dec - 8 Dec
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 Crescent Beach Family ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,190 reviews)
"Great location to get the full Fort Myers experience. If you’re a light sleeper, this isn’t the place for you. Band plays on ground floor. One elevator takes a little while so be patient. Beds were comfortable. View was amazing! Would stay here again."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

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 £186 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
£186
12 Nov - 13 Nov
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! (2,424 reviews)
"Lovely stay. Great staff and relaxing environment."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Sanibel Island Beach Resort
The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites

The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites

3 out of 5
1051 5th St Fort Myers Beach FL
The price is £82 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
£82
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,855 reviews)
"I have a love hate relationship with this property. The location is great. The pool and bar is amazing. The balcony for my room was spacious and overlooked the pool so that was good, and the parking is secure. Here’s the hate part. The rooms were dank (maybe because it’s so close to the beach and ..."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites
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 £227 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
£227
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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! (1,493 reviews)
"The Pink Shell has a great location and is fantastic for families. It has great food and the staff are generally happy to help. But if you're looking for a relaxing, quiet stay then I would recommend elsewhere as the pool music was incredibly loud and if you stay on the 9th floor of the main building ..."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina
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Where to stay in Gulf Shores

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

North Captiva Island

Visitors to North Captiva enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, North Captiva Island Beach is worth a stop.

Safety Harbor Club

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Safety Harbor Club and surrounding area, you can visit North Captiva Island Beach and Cayo Costa Beaches.

Jose's Hideaway

While there might not be top attractions in Jose's Hideaway, you can explore the larger area and discover places like North Captiva Island Beach and Cayo Costa Beaches.



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