Gulf Shores Travel Guide

Captiva

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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 ฿5,368 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿5,368
฿7,657 total
22 Sept - 23 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! (2,578 reviews)
"El parqueo debe estar incluido"

Reviewed on 21 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 ฿3,868 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿3,868
฿5,056 total
22 Sept - 23 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 Estero Boulevard Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,037 reviews)
"The room was nice and the view of the beach was excellent. However, the fees for the resort and parking are extensive and are not included in travel packages such as through Expedia, although it appears that they are when purchased. That is misleading. Also, there were some minor issues with cleanliness, ..."

Reviewed on 21 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 ฿5,964 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿5,964
฿7,579 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! (2,312 reviews)
"awesome experience and good weather"

Reviewed on 21 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
The price is ฿7,437 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿7,437
฿9,458 total
4 Oct - 5 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 hotel was clean. The staff were excellent. The hot tub was the same temperature as the pool, so that was disappointing. Also there was a water main break, though no fault of the hotel. It was repaired in several hours which was remarkable. Overall we enjoyed our stay"

Reviewed on 21 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 ฿3,432 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿3,432
฿3,827 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,669 reviews)
"The room was very clean. There was a nice selection of food to choose from at breakfast. The AC was nice and cold and was not too loud as some can be. I also liked the set up in the lobby and eating area that had work stations. I will be seeking out Holiday Inns during my travels in the future."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 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 ฿7,052 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿7,052
฿10,055 total
28 Sept - 29 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! (1,447 reviews)
"Full breakfast"

Reviewed on 21 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