West End Travel Guide
Sanibel
Popular places to visit
Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?
Bowman's Beach
Relax and revel in a visit to one of the area’s most beautiful beaches, great for swimming, fishing and finding special seashells.
Sanibel Bayous
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sanibel Bayous during your travels in Sanibel.
Blind Pass Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Blind Pass Beach during your trip to Wulfert?
Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum
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.
JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge
Find out about the history of Sanibel when you spend time at JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Dolphin and Shelling Cruise Tour at Fort Myers Beach
Fort Myers Beach Dolphin & Sightseeing Tour Refreshments Included
CLEAR Kayak Sunset & Light Tour - Bonita Springs / Ft Myers Beach
Top hotels in West End
Shalimar Beach Resort
Loved this property! Everything was perfect!
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Island Inn
The room was very clean and fresh. The view was awesome. The staff was great! All of our needs were met.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Rare Walkout Condo On Sanibel Beach
We loved our stay here! Close to the beach, great little pool, and one of the most updated and best stocked (with essentials, including beach towels and toys!) rentals we have stayed in. Would absolutely return!
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Newly Reopened Luxury Sanibel Island 2-bedroom condo! Steps to the Beach!
The owners were very accommodating to us; we wanted to check-in a little early (1:00) and they were OK with that! Getting out to the beach was SO EASY and so close-by! The unit was really nice, although the front door tended to jam and there were only 3 teaspoons! The unit was super clean and our ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Blind Pass Condos at Bowman's Beach F108 on beautiful Sanibel Island
Great area. Condo itself was fine as far as dishes, appliances, beach items for use and linens but the house keeping was horrid. Toothpaste on the sinks, rugs hadn’t been vacuumed, showers were quite moldy, cobwebs, comforters and shams were noticeably dirty. I had to wash them along with all extra ...
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2022
Breakers West B3- Stunning and Spacious West Gulf Drive Residence
Well-appointed condo in a great location. We had family members staying in another condo nearby and enjoyed meeting them on the beach! Easy communication with owner.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Gulf Shores
When in Gulf Shores, you can plan a visit to Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Chateaux Sur Mer
While Chateaux Sur Mer isn't home to many top sights, Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge are some notable places to visit nearby.
Gulf Pines
While Gulf Pines may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach.
Tradewinds
While there might not be top attractions in Tradewinds, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.
East Rocks
While there might not be top attractions in East Rocks, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.
Heron's Landing
When in Heron's Landing, you can plan a visit to Bowman's Beach and Blind Pass Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
