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?
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.
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.
Things to do
Ft Myers Beach 2 Hour Tiki Pub Fun in the Sun Dolphin Cruise
CLEAR Kayak Sunset & Light Tour - Bonita Springs / Ft Myers Beach
Fort Myers Beach Dolphin & Sightseeing Tour Refreshments Included
Top hotels in West End
Shalimar Beach Resort
The rooms were very clean and beautifully decorated. The staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 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
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
Nice room and perfect location
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
It is a beautiful resort Very expensive, the food is okay not fabulous for the prices.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Great beach hotel! Room is clean and bed comfortable. All the staff are friendly and accommodating. Tiki hut fun by the pool. The restaurant is great for a lite bite and a full meal. The beach is steps from the hotel. Perfect get away even during the cold spell.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Great location!
Reviewed on 8 Feb 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.
