South Island Travel Guide

Fort Myers Beach

Two seashells on a pebbly beach with the ocean in the background.
A pier extending into the water with two gazebos at the end, under a sunset sky.
A beach with people walking along the shore and buildings in the background.
Two seashells on a pebble beach with the ocean in the background.
An aerial view of a coastal city with a bridge, dense urban area, and a beach.

Stay near popular South Island attractions

Castle Beach

8.0/10 (7 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Castle Beach during your trip to Fort Myers Beach?
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Things to do

Copacetic Day Sail

Copacetic Day Sail

฿2,296
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Copacetic Day Sail
Southwest Florida Sunset Sail

Southwest Florida Sunset Sail

฿2,296
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Southwest Florida Sunset Sail
Parasailing Adventure on Fort Myers Beach

Parasailing Adventure on Fort Myers Beach (400 Foot Flight)

฿3,431
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Parasailing Adventure on Fort Myers Beach (400 Foot Flight)
2.5-Hour Guided Group Kayak Tour on Big Hickory Pass

2.5-Hour Guided Group Kayak Tour on Big Hickory Pass

฿1,804
per adult
2.5-Hour Guided Group Kayak Tour on Big Hickory Pass
Self Guided Standup Paddle Board EcoTour -Bonita Springs

Self Guided Standup Paddle Board EcoTour -Bonita Springs

฿984
per adult
Self Guided Standup Paddle Board EcoTour -Bonita Springs
Beginner One Hour Guided Kayaking and SUP Activity

Beginner One Hour Guided Kayaking and SUP Activity

฿1,148
per adult
Beginner One Hour Guided Kayaking and SUP Activity
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Top hotels in South Island

Pointe Estero Beach Resort

Pointe Estero Beach Resort

2 out of 5
6640 Estero Blvd Fort Myers Beach FL
The price is ฿4,786 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,786
฿16,158 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Key West Express and Estero Boulevard Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Everything was really good."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

Pointe Estero Beach Resort
GullWing Beach Resort

GullWing Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
6620 Estero Blvd Fort Myers Beach FL
The price is ฿5,038 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿5,038
฿17,553 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Key West Express and Estero Boulevard ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (974 reviews)
"Everything was great. the location is perfect"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

GullWing Beach Resort
Mariners Boathouse by Coolvacay

Mariners Boathouse by Coolvacay

3 out of 5
7630 Estero Blvd Fort Myers Beach FL
Stay at this beach condo in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Key West Express and Estero Boulevard Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
"Very nice place, our 2nd time here and we still love it"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

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Mariners Boathouse by Coolvacay
Carribean Beach Club

Carribean Beach Club

2 out of 5
7600 Estero Blvd Fort Myers Beach FL
Stay at this condo in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Key West Express and Estero Boulevard Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews)
"Good place, clean"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

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Carribean Beach Club
Tropical Sands Resort

Tropical Sands Resort

4 out of 5
7785 Estero Blvd Fort Myers Beach FL
Stay at this condo in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Key West Express and Estero Boulevard Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"100%recomendada"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

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Tropical Sands Resort
Gullwing by Distinctive Beach Rentals

Gullwing by Distinctive Beach Rentals

3.5 out of 5
6620 Estero Blvd Fort Myers Beach FL
Stay at this beach condo in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Key West Express and Estero Boulevard Beach ...
6.8/10 (6 reviews)
"Wonderful"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

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Gullwing by Distinctive Beach Rentals
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Where to stay in South Island

Find the best South Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A sunset over a calm sea with trees framing the view.

Mid Island

While visiting Mid Island, you might make a stop by sights like Estero Boulevard Beach and Sterling Ave Beach.

A coastal town with a marina, residential buildings, and a clear view of the ocean.

TP Hill's

When in TP Hill's, you can plan a visit to Key West Express and Estero Boulevard Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A beach at sunset with a pink and purple sky, people walking, and a lifeguard tower in the distance.
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Downtown Fort Myers Beach

If you're spending some time in Downtown Fort Myers Beach, Lynn Hall Memorial Park and Estero Boulevard Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal town with a beach, buildings, and a road.

Winklers

Winklers might not have many top sights, but Key West Express and Estero Boulevard Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A clear beach with shallow water, mangrove trees, and a distant shoreline.

Laguna Shores

While Laguna Shores may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lover's Key Beach and Santini Marina Shopping Plaza.

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