The Best Hotels Closest to Sanibel Bayous in Sanibel - 2026 Updated Prices

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee cups and containers.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a chair, a wardrobe, and a framed picture on the wall.

A breakfast station with a bakery section and a display for breakfast items.

1. Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG

13 mi from Sanibel Bayous

MARYTE

£87

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern chandelier.

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small side table with a lamp, and a large window with blinds.

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, a small building, and a basketball court surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel

9.5 mi from Sanibel Bayous

jennifer

£72

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a small round table, and a decorative wall with artwork.

A grocery store with shelves stocked with snacks, beverages, and dairy products.

A reception desk with a wooden panel design, a welcome sign for 'Sunshine State', and a motivational rug on the floor.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and artwork on the walls.

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

11.7 mi from Sanibel Bayous

Christina

£73

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A row of turquoise Adirondack chairs with umbrellas, a wooden deck, and a marina in the background.

A room with a large aquarium, a dining table with chairs, a refrigerator, and a wall-mounted TV displaying a resort advertisement.

A swimming pool with a thatched roof overhead, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered patio area.

A covered outdoor area with a boat-shaped planter filled with plants, surrounded by rocks and palm trees.

4. Latitude 26 Waterfront Boutique Resort - Fort Myers Beach

10.8 mi from Sanibel Bayous

Giovanna

£72

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hotel pool area with multiple lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and palm trees.

A reception area with a beach view mural, a staircase, and a reception desk.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and artwork.

A modern lobby with a white brick wall, a flat-screen TV, and colorful abstract paintings. There are several seating areas with different styles of chairs.

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

9.8 mi from Sanibel Bayous

Samantha

£65

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A beach with a variety of seashells and pebbles.

A hammock between palm trees with a view of the ocean.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a building with a red roof.

A landscaped area with palm trees and a view of the ocean.

6. Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Mid Island, 5.3 mi from Sanibel Bayous

Eldad

£172

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A balcony with a table and chairs, large windows, and a view of the sea.

An outdoor seating area with round tables and pink cushions, palm trees, and string lights against a twilight sky.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a ceiling fan, a pool table, and a view of the outdoors.

7. The Westin Cape Coral Resort At Marina Village

9.4 mi from Sanibel Bayous

ricardo

£157

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern living room with a round wooden table and chairs, a light blue sofa, a wicker armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A resort with a beach, palm trees, a pool, and a hotel building.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets and a wooden floor, a bar area with white chairs, and large windows with a view of the beach and palm trees.

A balcony with white chairs and a table overlooking a beach with palm trees and a tennis court.

8. Best Western Plus Beach Resort

10.2 mi from Sanibel Bayous

Radiana

£175

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a thatched-roof structure.

A restaurant with a high wooden ceiling, hanging flags, and a variety of flags and decorations.

A nighttime view of a bar with a pool in front.

A lobby with a mural of dolphins, seating area, and a reception desk.

9. Dolphin Key Resort

12.9 mi from Sanibel Bayous

DANIEL

£80

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A boat-shaped deck chair with cushions, positioned on a wooden deck with a white fence.

10. The Anchor Inn

Mid Island, 5.1 mi from Sanibel Bayous

Ashton

£124

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pool in the background.

A modern reception desk with a digital display, a cash register, and a customer service counter.

A modern indoor space with a large table, chairs, and a television.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a parking lot, a covered entrance, and a landscaped area with flowers.

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

11.8 mi from Sanibel Bayous

Gigette

£85

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A swimming pool with a rock arch structure, a multi-story building with balconies, and palm trees in the background.

A spacious lobby with a large wooden tree sculpture, comfortable seating areas, and large windows offering ocean views.

A balcony with a wooden table, two glasses of red wine, and a bottle of wine. The balcony overlooks a beach and a building with multiple balconies.

A hotel with multiple buildings, a pool area, and a beach.

12. Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

10 mi from Sanibel Bayous

Mario

£237

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a dining area.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Sun Shine State" sign, a wooden wall, and a minibar.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign, palm trees, and a well-lit facade.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden console, a microwave, a small sink, and a yellow chair.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites - Cape Coral/Fort Myers Area, FL

12.2 mi from Sanibel Bayous

Michael

£78

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern living room with a TV, dining table, and chairs. There is a balcony with a view of palm trees.

A well-maintained garden with a wooden deck, palm trees, and a building in the background.

A wooden pathway leading to a beach with a clear view of the ocean.

A large, two-story house with a wrap-around porch and a steeply pitched roof.

14. Casa Ybel Resort

Ybel, 4.5 mi from Sanibel Bayous

Heather

£195

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A large, clear swimming pool with multiple lounge areas and palm trees.

A beach with rows of blue umbrellas and lounge chairs, a building with multiple balconies, and palm trees.

A balcony with a view of the beach, wicker chairs, a table, and a railing.

15. Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers

10.6 mi from Sanibel Bayous

Jose

£173

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A waterfront hotel with multiple buildings, a dock, and a calm body of water reflecting the structures.

A resort pool area with a large pool, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A spacious lobby with a staircase, large windows, and a chandelier.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a chandelier, and large windows offering a view of palm trees and a balcony.

16. Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

7.2 mi from Sanibel Bayous

Kathleen

£214

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A beach view with rows of empty wine glasses lined up on a balcony.

A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a beach.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the beach.

17. Lani Kai Beachfront Resort

10.8 mi from Sanibel Bayous

ROBERT

£142

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A beachside area with colorful Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a view of the water.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a pool, and a white fence.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a microwave.

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, two bedside tables with lamps, and a window with blinds.

18. Matlacha on Shoreview

12.5 mi from Sanibel Bayous

Francisco

£98

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A beachfront hotel with a pool, beach, and ocean view.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

An outdoor dining area with white tables and chairs, a covered ceiling with hanging lights, and a view of the ocean.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a large screen.

19. DiamondHead Beach Resort

11.1 mi from Sanibel Bayous

Angela

£200

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A beach view from a balcony with a pool, palm trees, and a building with a balcony.

A beach with a pier extending into the water, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A balcony with a TV, a chair, and a view of a beach with a pier.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a sandy beach in front, and palm trees.

20. Edison Beach House

10.4 mi from Sanibel Bayous

Angie

£181

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Sanibel Bayous

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,704 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Myers Beach/Sanibel Gateway	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Latitude 26 Waterfront Boutique Resort - Fort Myers Beach	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway	8.2 Very good 1,385 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Sanibel Bayous

A beach with a single seashell in the foreground and two people in the background.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a round table and chairs, and a ceiling fan.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a dining table, and a ceiling fan.

A covered patio with a table and chairs, a sliding glass door leading to an indoor area, and a view of the garden outside.

Gorgeous Coastal Cottage "Ibis" Minutes to the beach and free bikes! JULY SAVINGS

West End

£340

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A beach with a view of the ocean and a sunset.

A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of a beach with palm trees and a boat.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, and a dining table. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and palm trees.

Island Inn

West End

£209

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with clear skies and calm waters.

A modern room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the beach. There is a white sofa, a small table, and a white desk with a chair.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a wooden deck, and a view of the beach and ocean.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the beach through the window.

Shalimar Beach Resort

West End

£264

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A resort with a central pool, multiple lounge areas, and a beach view.

A covered porch with a view of the sea, a white railing, and two Adirondack chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

A sandy pathway leading to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa

Captiva

£208

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A balcony with a wooden table and chairs, a hanging chair, and a view of palm trees and a pool.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink. There is a painting of a flamingo on the wall.

A beachfront hotel with palm trees, a sandy walkway, and a pool.

A resort with a pool, thatched umbrellas, and palm trees.

Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort

Saint James City

£158

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Mid Island

£172

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a round table, teal chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a dresser, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

coastal chic cottage "Heron" minutes to the beach! JULY SAVINGS!

West End

£345

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

The Anchor Inn

Mid Island

£124

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

Top Sanibel Bayous Hotel Reviews

Sanibel Island Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"I absolutely love this hotel! We celebrated our first anniversary here, and everything was wonderful. The beach staff were especially helpful, kind, and attentive, which made our experience even more special. We truly enjoyed our stay and would definitely love to come back!"

Welcoming 2-bedroom 2-bathroom condo in a secluded section of Sanibel Island

8/10 Good

"Property was great but having the royal shell company enter the property the day after we checked to leave the check in details while we were out was really disappointing. We had all of our things out and came back to realize someone else had been in the apartment."

Island Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Me encantó pensamos volver"

Breakers West B5 Beach side condo with pool

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely wonderful experience all around. Not one complaint, We will be back."

Rare Walkout Condo On Sanibel Beach

8/10 Good

"The condo was nice and clean and location was great. Our only complaint was that it smelled so strongly of mildew that we could smell it on ourselves after leaving the unit. After only three nights, we got home and had to wash all our clothes because everything in our bags smelled like mildew. Bummer."

Blind Pass D204 - Short walk to the beach

10/10 Excellent

"walk to beach is longer than expected. clean place with lots of space."

Luxurious waterfront home, pool, boat dock, fillet station, private guest suite

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent Property"

🔆🏝LITTLE PARADISE🏝🔆

10/10 Excellent

"This little stay was full of packed punches and so quiet and serene! We kayaked & saw manatees in the channels. The golf cart was amazing and we took it for a drive in the neighborhood sightseeing all of the houses. At night, taking a dip in the pool was an added bonus. Very nice and clean home with everything you could ask for!"

West End Paradise Unit Seahorse 3 - two bedroom suite w/water views

10/10 Excellent

"Highly recommend very comfortable excellent location, beautiful private beach."

Other attractions near Sanibel Bayous

A sunset over the ocean with waves, a bird flying, and a partly cloudy sky.

Sanibel Island Southern Beach

9.4/10 (1,097 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?

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A sandy beach with a clear sky and ocean in the background.

Bowman's Beach

9.0/10 (1,092 reviews)

Relax and revel in a visit to one of the area’s most beautiful beaches, great for swimming, fishing and finding special seashells.

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A rustic wooden building with a metal roof, surrounded by trees and a gravel path.

Sanibel Historical Museum and Village

8.0/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sanibel Historical Museum and Village during your trip to Sanibel. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation

Take the family on an outing to Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation during your trip to Sanibel. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum during your travels in Sanibel. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

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Castaways Marina

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the waterfront of Castaways Marina and enjoy activities such as cycling in Wulfert. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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BIG Arts Center

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at BIG Arts Center on your trip to Sanibel. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.

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Blind Pass Beach

7.8/10 (14 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Blind Pass Beach during your trip to Wulfert?

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sanibel Bayous?

Sanibel Bayous is located in Sanibel. You'll find 683 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Sanibel Bayous?

Island Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this aparthotel offers a private beach and free parking. It's located 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Sanibel Bayous. Other good options within a few miles include Shalimar Beach Resort and Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Sanibel Bayous?

Expedia has 683 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Sanibel Bayous.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sanibel Bayous, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Sanibel Bayous.

What can I see and do near Sanibel Bayous?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum and Sanibel Historical Museum and Village. You can enjoy live performances at BIG Arts Center and Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Bowman's Beach, Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Blind Pass Beach.

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Our top choices for Sanibel Bayous hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel

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

4. Latitude 26 Waterfront Boutique Resort - Fort Myers Beach

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

6. Sanibel Island Beach Resort

7. The Westin Cape Coral Resort At Marina Village

8. Best Western Plus Beach Resort

9. Dolphin Key Resort

10. The Anchor Inn

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

12. Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

13. Hampton Inn & Suites - Cape Coral/Fort Myers Area, FL

14. Casa Ybel Resort

15. Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers

16. Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

17. Lani Kai Beachfront Resort

18. Matlacha on Shoreview

19. DiamondHead Beach Resort

20. Edison Beach House

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Hotels recommended for families near Sanibel Bayous

Gorgeous Coastal Cottage "Ibis" Minutes to the beach and free bikes! JULY SAVINGS

Island Inn

Shalimar Beach Resort

Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa

Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort

Sanibel Island Beach Resort

coastal chic cottage "Heron" minutes to the beach! JULY SAVINGS!

The Anchor Inn

Top Sanibel Bayous Hotel Reviews

Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Welcoming 2-bedroom 2-bathroom condo in a secluded section of Sanibel Island

Island Inn

Breakers West B5 Beach side condo with pool

Rare Walkout Condo On Sanibel Beach

Blind Pass D204 - Short walk to the beach

Luxurious waterfront home, pool, boat dock, fillet station, private guest suite

🔆🏝LITTLE PARADISE🏝🔆

West End Paradise Unit Seahorse 3 - two bedroom suite w/water views

Other attractions near Sanibel Bayous

Sanibel Island Southern Beach

Bowman's Beach

Sanibel Historical Museum and Village

Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation

Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Castaways Marina

BIG Arts Center

Blind Pass Beach

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