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

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers

4 out of 5
251 Crescent Street Fort Myers Beach FL
The price is ฿5,701 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿5,701
฿8,038 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
17260 Harbour Pointe Dr Fort Myers FL
The price is ฿7,460 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿7,460
฿9,488 total
1 Nov - 2 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 love everything about this hotel"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites

The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites

3 out of 5
1051 5th St Fort Myers Beach FL
The price is ฿3,513 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
฿3,513
฿4,587 total
10 Nov - 11 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! (1,820 reviews)
"Great pool, bar and location ."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites
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 ฿3,352 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
฿3,352
฿3,737 total
21 Oct - 22 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,710 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort

Lani Kai Beachfront Resort

3.5 out of 5
1400 Estero Blvd Fort Myers Beach FL
The price is ฿4,796 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿4,796
฿6,095 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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! (2,123 reviews)
"Everyone was so friendly and helpful and the rooms were very clean and well maintained."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 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 ฿5,983 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿5,983
฿7,603 total
19 Oct - 20 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! (2,367 reviews)
"The room was clean the coffee pot wasn’t the best. Sometimes a half cup sometimes too much and watery. Never to get it figured out. Take out the phone it doesn’t work. The air conditioner we couldn’t adjust. Either too cold and when we raised temp the heat came on. Food and service in the restaurant ..."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Sanibel Island Beach Resort
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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