Murex Lakes Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?

Sanibel Island Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Sanibel with a trip to Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Bowman's Beach
Relax and revel in a visit to one of the area’s most beautiful beaches, great for swimming, fishing and finding special seashells.

Periwinkle Way
The island’s spine is also its commercial hub. Drive or bike the road’s length to find attractions and discover many stores and restaurants.

J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
See almost anything that flies, swims or crawls in Florida in this protected area. Become acquainted with wildlife while learning about varied species.

Sanibel Historical Museum and Village
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sanibel Historical Museum and Village during your trip to Sanibel. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Things to do

Southwest Florida Sunset Sail

Parasailing Adventure on Fort Myers Beach (400 Foot Flight)

Ft Myers Beach 2 Hour Tiki Pub Fun in the Sun Dolphin Cruise

Fort Myers Beach: Tiki Pub Fun In The Sun Dolphin Cruise
Top hotels in Murex Lakes

Baymont by Wyndham Fort Myers Central
Yes, clean and peaceful . Staff were courteous.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Great hotel on the beach with an amazing pool. Very clean with friendly staff and the many bars are amazing!
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Great staff; large clean, efficient room Pool & beach access were great. Great shelling
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Everything about this hotel was excellent. The room was fresh, the staff genuinely positive and welcoming. The multiple restaurants and bars available onsite made us feel like we didn’t need to go anywhere else. Right on the beach and every room had a beach view! We’ll be going back for sure!
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Ft Myers
Nice quiet and clean.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
All, best time ever staff was outstanding
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Murex Lakes

Bright Water
Though Bright Water may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Sanibel Historical Museum and Village.

East Rocks
While there might not be top attractions in East Rocks, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.

Butterknife
While there might not be top attractions in Butterknife, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Periwinkle Way.

Ybel
Though Ybel may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Periwinkle Way.

Gulf Pines
While Gulf Pines may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach.

Gulf Shores
When in Gulf Shores, you can plan a visit to Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.


