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

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 ฿6,838 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿6,838
฿9,289 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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! (2,284 reviews)
"The drinks at the fins up pool/bar sucked."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort

Lani Kai Beachfront Resort

3.5 out of 5
1400 Estero Blvd Fort Myers Beach FL
The price is ฿4,755 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿4,755
฿6,043 total
7 Jul - 8 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,695 reviews)
"It was the worst stay, the bed was not good, everything was just extremely uncomfortable and not clean. Had to sleep on the floor…"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Sanibel Island Beach Resort

3 out of 5
1231 Middle Gulf Dr Sanibel FL
The price is ฿7,597 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿7,597
฿9,300 total
2 Aug - 3 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! (2,083 reviews)
"I had a great stay at Sanibel Beach Resort, Parking was easy and convenient, and getting from the parking area to our room and then to the beach was quick and hassle-free. One of the best perks was the complimentary beach chairs, which made relaxing by the water even more enjoyable. The beach itself ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
17260 Harbour Pointe Dr Fort Myers FL
The price is ฿6,874 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
฿6,874
฿8,826 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"The room was great. Pool maintained. Food DELICIOUS! However, there is no real beach on the property or within walking distance. Everything else was just fine. The staff were friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1538 Cape Coral Pkwy E Cape Coral FL
The price is ฿3,085 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿3,085
฿3,440 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cape Coral. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,558 reviews)
"I loved the room"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

4 out of 5
275 Estero Blvd Fort Myers Beach FL
The price is ฿7,733 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿7,733
฿10,805 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,402 reviews)
"The view from our room was perfect and we enjoyed the spacious room. The staff were very kind and helpful. This is a kid friendly place so if you want a quiet place for adults they may not be it."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina
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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