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Island Inn

3.5 star property

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Luxury Suite, Sea View | Living room | 40-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player - Island Inn (Sanibel)
A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of a beach with palm trees and a boat. - Island Inn (Sanibel)
Luxury Suite, Sea View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace - Island Inn (Sanibel)
Luxury Suite, Sea View | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, microwave, oven - Island Inn (Sanibel)
The recently refreshed Island Inn (2023) welcomes travelers to its private beach with sun loungers and snorkeling gear. Guests can kayak along the shore or try surfing and bodyboarding nearby. Previous visitors consistently highlight the staff's helpfulness during their stay.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space

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A neatly made bed with a blue patterned pillow, a white towel, and a ceiling fan visible through a large window.

Gulfview Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Suite, Sea View | Living room | 40-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player

Luxury Suite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in West End, a neighborhood in Sanibel, Island Inn is next to a golf course and on the beach. Sanibel Island Lighthouse is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Bowman's Beach. Periwinkle Way and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Sanibel travel guide
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3111 W Gulf Dr, Sanibel, FL, 33957

What's nearby

  • A wooden boardwalk through a mangrove forest with a clear sky above.
    J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A variety of seashells on a beach.
    Sanibel Island Southern Beach
    2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • A street lined with palm trees and a sign for Periwinkle Place Shops.
    Periwinkle Way
    4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • A sandy beach with a clear sky and ocean in the background.
    Bowman's Beach
    13 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • A beach with a lighthouse, palm trees, and a sunset sky.
    Sanibel Island Lighthouse
    15 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jerry's Foods
    7 min drive
  • Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille
    4 min drive
  • Turtles Tiki Bar
    8 min drive
  • The Marketplace At Sundial
    7 min drive
  • MudBugs Cajun Kitchen
    8 min drive

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a private sandy beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player
  • iPod dock

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Change of towels on request
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Limited-hour front desk

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the airport
  • Next to a golf course
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboard
  • Snorkeling
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • 20 units
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Built in 2018
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Renovated - January 2023
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Island Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Island Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Island Inn located?

Located in West End, this beachfront aparthotel is next to a golf course and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sanibel Island Southern Beach, Periwinkle Way, and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum. Bowman's Beach and Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Island Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 854 out of 1139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 1139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 1139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1139 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very clean room. Beautiful view of the ocean. Easy access to beach.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beach view was great. Very clean. Check in, friendly and fast.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Fabulous unit with an unobtructed view of the Gulf of Mexico from the screened in patio. Bedroom closes off with nice sliding doors. Room is equipped with shutters to keep light in the unit from affecting the nesting turtles. Beach was right outside the unit. Beach chairs and umbrellas were available for free. Great location being mid island, with restaurants and shops close by.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Peaceful and the view was amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was very clean and fresh. The view was awesome. The staff was great! All of our needs were met.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great staff, Ken at the office was very friendly, great room, great view. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A great place to enjoy the beach. Beautiful sunsets, We will definitely be back to Island Inn. Thanks for a great vacation!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a nice location. Staff at check-in was extra nice and helpful with information about the area and different things to do. Looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

A perfect vacation

A wonderful stay at a beautiful location! Island Inn was fantastic in every way. From check in to check out, the staff, property, and amenities were all top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really nice, updated, and clean room with a screened waterfront balcony in a perfect place on the island (far enough away from the big resorts to be in a quieter area, but close enough to the center area of the island to be convenient).
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Perfect place to stay for your beach trip!

Lovely place to stay! The management team was incredible, beautifully decorated very comfortable beds and extremely clean! Right on the beach❤️❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff was helpful. Units were pleasant and roomy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great place. Spacious room right on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katina

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Wonderful stay

This is one of the absolutely best places on Sanibel to stay. Even post hurricaine x 2, the accomodations are extremely clean and well managed. Shelling and beach access here, was amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Given the recent devastation caused by hurricanes to Sanibel Island, the Island Inn has bounced back remarkably. Good people and good accommodations. We definitely enjoyed our stay and plan on doing so again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ulysses

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Island Inn at Sanibel Island

Really loved this place. Right on the water, about 75 feet from back porch to ocean. Private and peaceful, everything a weekend getaway should be like. Will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff was incredible & friendly. Our place was oceanfront and provided everything needed! Will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

James Clark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was good. The property is still recovering from the storm.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The island still has a lot of construction needing to be done and areas are rundown but the Island Inn was wonderful. The room was perfect and their hospitality was fantastic. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doreet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had everything we needed - sitting area, kitchen, nice bathroom, and, most importantly, direct access from the balcony down stairs onto the beach. It was great. We really enjoyed the space and view. And the staff are so friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very helpful friendly check in. Love this place! Right on the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juanita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great gulf-front property. It's very peaceful and has great beach. Very nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Beautiful and spacious rooms with a great view. Very nice accommodations. When pool comes back it will even be better.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place! Very beautiful. Plan on coming back next year with the kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This small hotel is the perfect escape for anyone looking for peace and privacy. Tucked right on the beach, it offers stunning ocean views, quiet surroundings, and a truly relaxing atmosphere. The staff is warm and welcoming, and everything is spotless and well-maintained. It feels like your own private paradise—highly recommend for couples or anyone wanting to unplug and unwind!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025