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
The price is ฿7,451 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
฿7,451
฿9,977 total
15 Jul - 16 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! (2,278 reviews)
"I had a great stay at Margaritaville! The resort has a fun, relaxing beach vibe, and the rooms are beautiful and very comfortable with a true vacation feel. The beach was very nice and just steps away. We also really enjoyed the pool area with a DJ playing music and a lively atmosphere. The drinks ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 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 ฿5,952 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿5,952
฿7,378 total
6 Jul - 7 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! (1,681 reviews)
"You have to pay for all the amenities (parking, beach chairs and umbrella at the beach … Very low pressure for showering. The music very loud from 9 am to 10 pm , very nice balcony with ocean view but impossible to relax… I’ll not recommend for relaxing time."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 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 ฿8,279 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿8,279
฿10,063 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
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! (2,070 reviews)
"The room and bath are clean and fresh each time we stay. Love the linens and bed. So comfortable!! Amenities are wonderful. Easy access to beach. Grounds and shrubbery are beautiful!!! Property is so well kept. Always hate to leave!!"

Reviewed on 1 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 ฿6,889 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿6,889
฿8,845 total
30 Jul - 31 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! (1,009 reviews)
"I loved how friendly and responsive the front desk staff were. The pool area was great, clean, loved the music. I had the best cheeseburger I’ve had in decades! Diverse patrons were nice. Able to see the dolphins swimming nightly from the outside tables at the bar."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 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 ฿3,358 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
฿3,358
฿3,744 total
8 Jul - 9 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! (1,553 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. The only thing is we would have liked is breakfast start for 7am, we were out the door by 8am when it actually opened."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 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 ฿7,751 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
฿7,751
฿10,829 total
8 Jul - 9 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! (1,395 reviews)
"Everyone was very friendly and they keep you entertained. The food wasn't the best but we had a great time."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 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