Gulf Shores Travel Guide

Captiva

An aerial view of a coastal area with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and a dense cluster of buildings surrounded by greenery.
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Things to do


Top hotels in Gulf Shores

Lani Kai Beachfront Resort

Lani Kai Beachfront Resort

3.5 out of 5
1400 Estero Blvd Fort Myers Beach FL
The price is ฿5,125 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
฿5,125
฿6,466 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and a beach locale. Popular attractions Key West Express and Estero Boulevard Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,796 reviews)
"Rooms are clean, and updated. Staff very friendly. Great views right on the beach and close to many activities!"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers

4 out of 5
251 Crescent Street Fort Myers Beach FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿7,716 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿7,716
฿10,294 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,353 reviews)
"We had a great stay at this resort, the only thing I would say is that they should offer self parking because waiting for the car at the valet takes a very long time. They need to offer that option because it's very time consuming waiting for the car every time. Other than that it was great!"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
17260 Harbour Pointe Dr Fort Myers FL
The price is ฿8,053 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿8,053
฿10,158 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Fort Myers. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Sanibel Island Beach Resort

3 out of 5
1231 Middle Gulf Dr Sanibel FL
The price is ฿6,031 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿6,031
฿7,664 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Sanibel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,138 reviews)
"Great place for vacation with kids!"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

4 out of 5
275 Estero Blvd Fort Myers Beach FL
Stay at this beach resort in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,411 reviews)
"I would recommend beach access for each facility versus walking to the front of the main building"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina
The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites

The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites

3 out of 5
1051 5th St Fort Myers Beach FL
The price is ฿4,099 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿4,099
฿5,244 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,740 reviews)
"This was a really nice place to stay. Loved the pool area and tiki bar. The room was very clean. The room was huge. It was nice to have the coffee maker and larger fridge. This was a great hotel for a family who is on a budget. Don't like the pool towel situation. You have to use your room towels ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites
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Where to stay in Gulf Shores

Find the best Gulf Shores areas for the activities you enjoy most.

North Captiva

Visitors to North Captiva enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, North Captiva Island Beach is worth a stop.

Safety Harbor Club

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Safety Harbor Club and surrounding area, you can visit North Captiva Island Beach and Cayo Costa Beaches.

Jose's Hideaway

While there might not be top attractions in Jose's Hideaway, you can explore the larger area and discover places like North Captiva Island Beach and Cayo Costa Beaches.



Gulf Shores Travel Guide