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.
A bird standing on wet sand near the ocean waves.

Things to do


Top hotels in Gulf Shores

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
17260 Harbour Pointe Dr Fort Myers FL
The price is ฿7,538 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿7,538
฿9,587 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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! (1,000 reviews)
"I just received a $200 charge on my CC post stay for “Resort Fees” which include things I did not use. Additionally, the resort charges $25/day just to park at a place you already paid to stay at. My room was at the Captiva bldg which is not near the main building. The Captiva building does have ..."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers

4 out of 5
251 Crescent Street Fort Myers Beach FL
The price is ฿6,048 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿6,048
฿8,439 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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 ...
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
Fully refundable
The price is ฿5,270 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
฿5,270
฿6,629 total
3 Dec - 4 Dec
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 Crescent Beach Family ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,193 reviews)
"Make sure they want a beautiful view.You'll get it!!!"

Reviewed on 12 Nov 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 ฿6,720 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿6,720
฿8,435 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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! (2,425 reviews)
"Room was clean and our towels and coffee we replenished every day. Pool beautiful. Beach chairs always available."

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2026

Sanibel Island Beach Resort
The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites

The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites

3 out of 5
1051 5th St Fort Myers Beach FL
The price is ฿2,720 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿2,720
฿3,708 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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! (1,857 reviews)
"My wife and I recently stayed at the Lighthouse Inn, and we really enjoyed our stay! We especially appreciated the covered parking, the cleanliness and our junior suite was very nice with a huge private deck. The location is fantastic, just a couple of minutes’ walk to everything. The tiki bar is ..."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites
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 ฿7,568 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿7,568
฿10,660 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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 ...
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 Island

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