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Shalimar Beach Resort

2.0 star property
Beachfront, with outdoor pool

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
One Bedroom Villa (Gulf Front) | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
One Bedroom Villa (Gulf Front) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Outdoor pool
One Bedroom Villa (Gulf Front) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Close to Sanibel Island Southern Beach, Shalimar Beach Resort provides amenities like a rooftop terrace and laundry facilities. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, fishing, and snorkeling. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

View all photos for Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View)

Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 56 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Gulf View)

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Gulf View) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Gulf View)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 56 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for One Bedroom Villa (Gulf Front)

One Bedroom Villa (Gulf Front) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

One Bedroom Villa (Gulf Front)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Mobility Accessible (Gulf View)

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Mobility Accessible (Gulf View) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Mobility Accessible (Gulf View)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 56 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, Shalimar Beach Resort is in West End, a neighborhood in Sanibel. Key West Express and Sanibel Island Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Periwinkle Way and Santini Marina Shopping Plaza. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Dunes Golf and Tennis Club or FastTrax Fort Myers. Discover the area's water adventures with swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
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2823 W Gulf Dr, Sanibel, FL, 33957

What's nearby

  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Periwinkle Way - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 10 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Bowman's Beach - 17 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rosalita’s Cantina Sanibel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cheeburger Cheeburger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sanibel Bean - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Shalimar Beach Resort

Hotel near Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Shalimar Beach Resort provides amenities like a rooftop terrace and laundry facilities. With a beachfront location, fishing, and snorkeling, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, outdoor furniture, and a nature reserve
  • Barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Shalimar Beach Resort feature comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and hair dryers
  • 65-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fishing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Snorkeling
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 22 steps to reach entrance
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in hallways (36 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)

More

  • 3 floors
  • 7 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2025
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • iPod dock
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant 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:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 500 per stay

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

You need to know

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 and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Shalimar Beach Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Shalimar Beach Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shalimar Beach Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shalimar Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shalimar Beach Resort?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shalimar Beach Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this West End hotel is within a 15-minute walk of J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Gulfside City Park and Periwinkle Way are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Shalimar Beach Resort Reviews

8.0

Very Good

10

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

10

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool, beach chairs were always available. This ideal for a quite relaxing vacation. All except the no - see - ums,
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

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