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Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury condo resort on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Point of interest
Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Exterior
View from room
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa on Sanibel Island offers an 18-hole golf course, rejuvenating spa treatments, and five outdoor pools with waterslides. Enjoy meals with beach views at four restaurants and explore the island with complimentary bicycles.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Gym

Room options

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

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Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Courtyard View One Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Partial Gulf View One Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Partial Gulf View Two Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Sanibel, Sundial Beach Resort & Spa is next to a golf course and on the beach. BIG Arts Center and Sanibel Historical Village and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Sanibel Island Lighthouse and Edison and Ford Winter Estates. J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Dunes Golf and Tennis Club are two other places to visit that come recommended. Motor boating and boat tours offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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1451 Middle Gulf Drive, Sanibel, FL, 33957

What's nearby

  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Periwinkle Way - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Sanibel Island Northern Beach - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turtles Tiki Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪MudBugs Cajun Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cheeburger Cheeburger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cielo Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sanibel Fresh - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

Luxury condo resort on the beach, with outdoor pool
Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at Sundial Beach Resort & Spa's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the condo resort's 4 restaurants. Each condo has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Housekeeping is available on request.
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa offers 200 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and safes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include dining tables. Accommodations at this 5-star condominium resort have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Sanibel condominium resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Premium cable television is provided. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided on request.

4 outdoor tennis courts and complimentary bicycles are featured at the condo resort. An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On a white sand beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Reflexology
  • Treatment room
  • Waterslide

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Restaurants on site

  • Beach Bites
  • Captain's Catch
  • Shima Japanese Steakhouse
  • Turtle's Tiki Bar

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 40 to 50 for adults and USD 20 to 30 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Walkway to water

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • 2,500 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Safe
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Next to a golf course
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • 15 outdoor pickleball courts
  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 4 outdoor tennis courts
  • Beach volleyball
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboard
  • Shopping
  • Tennis lessons
  • Water sports equipment
  • Waterslide
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 200 units
  • 4 floors
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Banquet hall
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Renovated - September 2024

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from January 1 2025 to December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Parking area
  • Select guestrooms
 

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 76.94 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness center access
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool access
  • Hot tub access
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 40.00 to 50.00 for adults, and USD 20.00 to 30.00 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Sundial
Sundial Beach
Sundial Beach Resort
Sundial Beach Resort Sanibel
Sundial Beach Sanibel
Sundial Resort
Sundial Beach & Golf Hotel Sanibel Island
Sundial Beach And Golf Resort
Sundial Beach Hotel
Sundial Beach Sanibel Island
Sundial Sanibel Island
Sundial Beach Resort Spa
Sundial & Condominium Sanibel
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa Sanibel
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa Condominium resort
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa Condominium resort Sanibel

Frequently asked questions

Does Sundial Beach Resort & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Sundial Beach Resort & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sundial Beach Resort & Spa?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sundial Beach Resort & Spa?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sundial Beach Resort & Spa?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Sundial Beach Resort & Spa located?

Located in Sanibel, this beachfront condo resort is next to a golf course and within 3 mi (5 km) of J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, Dunes Golf and Tennis Club, and Sanibel Island Lighthouse. BIG Arts Center and Sanibel Historical Village and Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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