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West Wind Inn

3.0 star property
On beach with outdoor pool for sandy fun near Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
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Located close to Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum and Sanibel Island Southern Beach, West Wind Inn provides a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a terrace. With amenities like a beachfront location and sun loungers, this vacation home is the perfect place to soak up the sun. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Normandie Seaside Cafe, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Garden View

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Gulf Front Guest Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio or Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Gulf Front Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Patio or Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 36 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Gulf Front Studio, King Bed, Patio or Balcony

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 36 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio, Accessible,1 King, Kitchenette | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio, Accessible,1 King, Kitchenette

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Guest Room, Accessible, 1 King, Garden View | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Guest Room, Accessible, 1 King, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
3345 West Gulf Drive, Sanibel, FL, 33957

What's nearby

  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Periwinkle Way - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 19 min drive - 7.5 miles

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rosalita’s Cantina Sanibel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cheeburger Cheeburger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sanibel Bean - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

West Wind Inn

On beach with outdoor pool for sandy fun near Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum
At West Wind Inn, hit the beach, dine onsite at Normandie Seaside Cafe, or enjoy a drink at one of the vacation home's 2 bars/lounges. All 103 soundproofed homes feature free WiFi and balconies or patios. For a bit of entertainment, flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves.
West Wind Inn offers 103 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary newspapers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

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

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Property amenities

Beach

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

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Children's pool

Restaurants on site

  • Normandie Seaside Cafe
  • Upper Deck Pool Bar

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 15 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: USD 15 per day

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • 1,128 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
  • Fee: USD 35 per pet per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms
  • Deposit: USD 35 per day

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Wedding services

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Heated pool
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 103 units
  • 2 floors
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 35.00 per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

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 34.95 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach towels
  • Business center/computer access
  • Housekeeping
  • Newspaper
  • 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 5 to 15 per person
  • Pet deposit: USD 35.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 35.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

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, 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; cash is not accepted
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

West Wind Inn
West Wind Inn Sanibel
West Wind Sanibel
Wind Inn
West Wind Hotel Sanibel Island
West Wind Sanibel Island
West Wind Inn Hotel
West Wind Inn Sanibel
West Wind Inn Hotel Sanibel

Frequently asked questions

Does West Wind Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is West Wind Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 35.00 per day and a fee of USD 35.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at West Wind Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at West Wind Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at West Wind Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is West Wind Inn located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sanibel vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Sanibel Island Southern Beach, Periwinkle Way, and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge. Sanibel Historical Museum and Village and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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