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 ฿5,379 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
฿5,379
฿7,673 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
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! (2,606 reviews)
"The bell hop Mike"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 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 ฿3,876 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
฿3,876
฿5,067 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
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! (2,064 reviews)
"Great Place to stay on the beach. Couldn’t ask for a better view from our balcony. Staff was always helpful and friendly! Will be back again."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 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 ฿5,976 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿5,976
฿7,594 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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! (2,330 reviews)
"Very nice and comfortable room. Bathroom was very nice. Beds were comfortable. Will definitely have to make a trip back."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿7,452 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿7,452
฿9,478 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (1,002 reviews)
"The view from our balcony was amazing, room was clean and beds were comfy. Staff were friendly. Just check your final bill carefully as we were charged for fees not previously disclosed."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 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 ฿3,439 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿3,439
฿3,835 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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 ...
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 ฿7,066 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
฿7,066
฿10,076 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
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! (1,453 reviews)
"It was absolutely fantastic! We will be there next September and will be bringing more family with us. Please remember me if you have any special offers. The only thing that would have made it better is we were staying in the third building with the adult pool and we would love to have gone in and ..."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 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