Gulf Shores Travel Guide

Sanibel

A beach with a green umbrella and two lounge chairs.
A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a weathered driftwood structure.
A variety of seashells on a beach.

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 ฿6,015 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿6,015
฿8,393 total
30 Sept - 1 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
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort

Lani Kai Beachfront Resort

3.5 out of 5
1400 Estero Blvd Fort Myers Beach FL
The price is ฿4,204 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿4,204
฿5,437 total
30 Sept - 1 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 Crescent Beach Family ...
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 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿5,976
฿7,594 total
5 Oct - 6 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! (2,333 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful place with wonderful beach access to the incredibly warm Gulf!"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Sanibel Island Beach Resort
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
฿3,834 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
Hyatt Vacation Club at Coconut Cove, Bonita Springs

Hyatt Vacation Club at Coconut Cove, Bonita Springs

4 out of 5
11800 Coconut Cove Drive Bonita Springs FL
The price is ฿2,879 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿2,879
฿4,522 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Bonita Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Bonita Springs Public Beach and Hertz Arena ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"Best resort/vacation I’ve ever had in Florida. Four pools a lazy river two hot tubs two bars and a restaurant. And the private island! We will definitely be back. The staff was beyond nice and courteous. Do not hesitate to book a stay here."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at Coconut Cove, Bonita Springs
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 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿7,452
฿9,478 total
12 Oct - 13 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! (1,003 reviews)
"Super"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
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Where to stay in Gulf Shores

Find the best Gulf Shores areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Mid Island

If you're spending some time in Mid Island, Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach are top sights worth seeing.

West End

If you're spending some time in West End, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach are top sights worth seeing.

East End

While visiting East End, you might make a stop by sights like Sanibel Island Northern Beach and Sanibel Island Lighthouse.

Beachview Country Club Estates

While visiting Beachview Country Club Estates, you might make a stop by sights like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.

Sanctuary

While there might not be top attractions in Sanctuary, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Blind Pass Beach and Turner Beach.



Gulf Shores Travel Guide