Title: Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages Beachfront motel for sun and fun ![On the beach, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7490000/7485000/7484929/4a8df989.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7490000/7485000/7484929/7ced06f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![One-Bedroom Efficiency with Private Lanai | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7490000/7485000/7484929/e23c187c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Studio, Shower Only, Mini Fridge, Microwave | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7490000/7485000/7484929/d652c11c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Porch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7490000/7485000/7484929/bc951b1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in Tradewinds, Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages offers a relaxing getaway with amenities like a library and laundry facilities. Stay connected with WiFi, park for free, and enjoy beach essentials like umbrellas and towels; you can even fire up the barbecue grills or seek tour assistance. 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Laundry - Housekeeping - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 21 - Sept 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-21&endDate=2025-09-22&selected=7484929&PinnedHotelID=7484929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-21&endDate=2025-09-22&selected=7484929&PinnedHotelID=7484929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 22 - Sept 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-22&endDate=2025-09-23&selected=7484929&PinnedHotelID=7484929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-22&endDate=2025-09-23&selected=7484929&PinnedHotelID=7484929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=7484929&PinnedHotelID=7484929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=7484929&PinnedHotelID=7484929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Oct 3 - Oct 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=7484929&PinnedHotelID=7484929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=7484929&PinnedHotelID=7484929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 8 of 8 rooms ![Individually decorated, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7490000/7485000/7484929/0a5dceb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### One Bedroom Cottage, 2 Beds 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Balcony or patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge TV - 484 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed ![Two Bedroom Cottage | Individually decorated, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7490000/7485000/7484929/e5a39389.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Two Bedroom Cottage ### Highlights Balcony or patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Kitchen Fridge TV 2 bedrooms - 600 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 8 - 2 Double Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Ocean View Efficiency One Bedroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7490000/7485000/7484929/c125f697.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Ocean View Efficiency One Bedroom ### Highlights Furnished lanai Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge TV - 450 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Ocean view - Sleeps 6 - 1 Double Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed ![One Bedroom Cottage with King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7490000/7485000/7484929/7bc57019.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### One Bedroom Cottage with King Bed 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge TV - 450 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Standard Studio, Shower Only, Mini Fridge, Microwave | Individually decorated, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7490000/7485000/7484929/3640c6d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Studio, Shower Only, Mini Fridge, Microwave 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Kitchen Fridge TV Private bathroom - 300 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Individually decorated, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7490000/7485000/7484929/6e10c459.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### One-Bedroom Efficiency with Shared Lanai 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Furnished lanai Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge TV - 450 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Two Bedroom Efficiency | Individually decorated, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7490000/7485000/7484929/2acae5e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Two Bedroom Efficiency 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Furnished lanai Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge TV - 494 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 8 - 2 Double Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![One-Bedroom Efficiency with Private Lanai | Individually decorated, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7490000/7485000/7484929/47b735d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### One-Bedroom Efficiency with Private Lanai ### Highlights Furnished lanai Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge TV - 448 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 2 Queen Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FFort-Myers-Hotels-Tropical-Winds-Motel-Cottages.h7484929.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FFort-Myers-Hotels-Tropical-Winds-Motel-Cottages.h7484929.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located on the beach, Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages is in Tradewinds, a neighbourhood in Sanibel. Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum and Sanibel Historical Museum and Village are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Key West Express and Castaways Marina. Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking. [Visit our Sanibel travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sanibel.dx9791) [View more Motels in Sanibel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sanibel-Motels.d9791-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C26.45118%2C-82.14185&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=stZPfHGRANPk6ILokVnLYCFH7L0=) 4819 Trade Winds Drive, Sanibel, FL, 33957 ### What's nearby - Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Bowman's Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Blind Pass Beach - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles - Captiva Beach - 14 min drive - 6.1 miles ### Getting around - Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 50 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬10 min drive - ‪Rosalita’s Cantina Sanibel - ‬6 min drive - ‪Cheeburger Cheeburger - ‬11 min drive - ‪Sanibel Deli & Coffee Factory - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Waterfront Restaurant & Marina - ‬78 min drive ## About this property ### Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages Motel near Sanibel Island Southern Beach Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages provides amenities, such as a library and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this motel include: - Free self-parking - Tour/ticket information, beach umbrellas and wedding services - Smoke-free property, barbecues and beach towels Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Kitchens with fridges, microwaves and stovetops - Coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Things to do - Library ### Family friendly - In-room kitchen - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Beach towels - Beach umbrellas - On the beach - Picnic area ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Hob - Kitchen - Microwave - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Host will greet you, key retrieval ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 4 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 55.0 per week. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee - Rollaway bed fee: USD 55.0 per week The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Tropical Winds Cottages Tropical Winds Cottages Sanibel Tropical Winds Motel Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages Sanibel Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages Hotel Sanibel Island Tropical Winds Motel And Cottages Tropical Winds Motel Cottages Sanibel Tropical Winds Motel Cottages Tropical Winds Motel And Cottages Tropical Winds & Cottages Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages Motel Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages Sanibel Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages Motel Sanibel ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking at Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages? > Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM. ### What time is check-out at Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Where is Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages located? > Nestled on the beach, this Tradewinds motel is within a 10-minute walk of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge. Bowman's Beach and Sanibel Bayous are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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