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Our top choices for Gulf Shores hotels

A beach with a view of the ocean and a sunset.

1. Island Inn

Island Inn
3.5 star property
West End, 4.4 km from Gulf Shores
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,152 reviews)
"Wonderful room and stay. Beachfront!"
United States
Cindi
The price is ฿9,639
฿10,748 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Island Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

2. Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
2.5 star property
22.9 km from Gulf Shores
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,645 reviews)
"Great location and breakfast was wonderdul"
United States
Tom
The price is ฿3,324
฿3,706 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
A resort with a central pool, multiple lounge areas, and a beach view.

3. Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa

Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa
3.0 star property
9 km from Gulf Shores
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"very helpful staff and restaurant were excellent."
United States
rick
The price is ฿9,187
฿11,395 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa
A beach with a variety of seashells and pebbles.

4. Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Sanibel Island Beach Resort
3.0 star property
Mid Island, 8.8 km from Gulf Shores
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,280 reviews)
"Onsite food and dinning was great!"
United States
Neva
The price is ฿5,890
฿7,485 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
A modern living room with a TV, dining table, and chairs. There is a balcony with a view of palm trees.

5. Casa Ybel Resort

Casa Ybel Resort
2.5 star property
Ybel, 6.7 km from Gulf Shores
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (420 reviews)
"Excellent property and service!!!"
United States
Cecilio
The price is ฿8,366
฿9,328 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Casa Ybel Resort
A pathway leading to a pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a thatched-roof structure.

6. Sanibel Inn

Sanibel Inn
3.0 star property
East End, 9.7 km from Gulf Shores
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Property was clean and very friendly staff food and bar on property and restaurant amazing stay"
United States
William
The price is ฿9,977
฿13,215 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Sanibel Inn
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a beach with umbrellas and lounge chairs, and palm trees.

7. Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Mid Island, 8.3 km from Gulf Shores
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,697 reviews)
"Excellent place for children"
United States
Jaime E
The price is ฿11,159
฿14,607 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with clear skies and calm waters.

8. Shalimar Beach Resort

Shalimar Beach Resort
3.5 star property
West End, 5.2 km from Gulf Shores
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (90 reviews)
"This hotel was absolutely wonderful. I will book here again."
United States
PATRICIA
The price is ฿7,366
฿8,214 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Shalimar Beach Resort
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern chandelier.

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel

Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel
3.0 star property
16.7 km from Gulf Shores
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Very close to the island, affordable, clean, family friendly, okay breakfast, everyone was very nice"
United States
Laura
The price is ฿2,961
฿3,302 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel
A waterfront hotel with multiple buildings, a dock, and a calm body of water reflecting the structures.

10. Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
13.2 km from Gulf Shores
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hospitality"
United States
Marques
The price is ฿6,292
฿8,167 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
A hotel pool area with multiple lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and palm trees.

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway
3.0 star property
17.3 km from Gulf Shores
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,337 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff, delicious breakfast."
United States
Sidney
The price is ฿2,632
฿2,935 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pool in the background.

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ft Myers Beach-Sanibel Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ft Myers Beach-Sanibel Gateway by IHG
2.5 star property
20.3 km from Gulf Shores
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Great get away spot"
United States
Kenton Sean
The price is ฿2,764
฿3,082 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ft Myers Beach-Sanibel Gateway by IHG
A balcony with a wicker sofa, a yellow table, and a potted plant.

13. Latitude 26 Waterfront Resort & Marina

Latitude 26 Waterfront Resort & Marina
3.0 star property
19 km from Gulf Shores
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Definitely would stay again"
United States
Sebastian
The price is ฿3,640
฿4,059 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Latitude 26 Waterfront Resort & Marina
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a dining area.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites - Cape Coral/Fort Myers Area, FL

Hampton Inn & Suites - Cape Coral/Fort Myers Area, FL
2.5 star property
21.7 km from Gulf Shores
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff was fantastic and very friendly to work with. Breakfast was wonderful and the hotel room was well kept."
United States
Taylor
The price is ฿3,049
฿3,399 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Hampton Inn & Suites - Cape Coral/Fort Myers Area, FL
A beachfront hotel with a pool, beach, and ocean view.

15. DiamondHead Beach Resort

DiamondHead Beach Resort
3.5 star property
18.7 km from Gulf Shores
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,283 reviews)
"Right on the beach, helpful staff, nice and clean. Definitely would stay there again"
United States
Kristina
The price is ฿6,782
฿8,846 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
DiamondHead Beach Resort
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

16. Candlewood Suites Fort Myers Sanibel Gateway by IHG

Candlewood Suites Fort Myers Sanibel Gateway by IHG
3.0 star property
22.7 km from Gulf Shores
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very well maintained and lots of options for restaurants and other activities."
United States
John
The price is ฿1,540
฿1,717 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Candlewood Suites Fort Myers Sanibel Gateway by IHG
A hotel reception area with a curved reception desk, potted plants, and a large window with a view.

17. Americas Best Value Inn Ft. Myers

Americas Best Value Inn Ft. Myers
3.0 star property
29.7 km from Gulf Shores
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,249 reviews)
"Great stay will return"
United States
Brandon
The price is ฿2,205
฿2,458 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Americas Best Value Inn Ft. Myers
A pathway flanked by palm trees and wooden buildings with thatched roofs.

18. Kona Kai Motel

Kona Kai Motel
2.5 star property
Mid Island, 7.9 km from Gulf Shores
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Good location"
United States
Presley
The price is ฿5,301
฿6,088 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Kona Kai Motel
A balcony with a pool view, a table, and chairs.

19. OYO Waterfront Hotel - Cape Coral/Fort Myers, FL

OYO Waterfront Hotel - Cape Coral/Fort Myers, FL
2.5 star property
24.6 km from Gulf Shores
6.0 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Plenty of parking and staff wad very professional and helpful"
United States
Sarah
The price is ฿1,764
฿1,967 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
OYO Waterfront Hotel - Cape Coral/Fort Myers, FL
A row of turquoise Adirondack chairs with umbrellas, a wooden deck, and a marina in the background.

20. Latitude 26 Waterfront Boutique Resort - Fort Myers Beach

Latitude 26 Waterfront Boutique Resort - Fort Myers Beach
2.5 star property
18.5 km from Gulf Shores
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ฿2,861
฿3,190 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Latitude 26 Waterfront Boutique Resort - Fort Myers Beach
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Where to stay in Gulf Shores

Find the best Gulf Shores areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal scene with a lighthouse, beach, and ocean.

Mid Island

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

A coastal scene with a lighthouse, beach, and ocean.

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.

A coastal scene with a lighthouse, beach, and ocean.

East End

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

A cyclist on a paved path alongside a road with cars, palm trees, and a liquor store sign.

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.

Top Gulf Shores Hotel Reviews

Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Sanibel Island Beach Resort

8/10 Good
"The room was amazing and very clean. They did give us the wrong room. Stated we were getting one of the last rooms. Then when we got there we were one of maybe 15 people there. The night we arrived the boy in the office wasn’t very helpful and had a bit of a chip on his shoulder. But we overheard he was fired the morning we left. Every other staff member was fabulous. They were so helpful and friendly. The lady at the pool bar is one in a million. We had no complaints. Would have liked to relax in a hot tub after walking the beach all day so I guess that’s a suggestion lol. Maybe spray the property for the biting gnats? All in all great stay, great location, great people as well."
Paula 6-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Frequently asked questions

What is Gulf Shores like?
Travellers to the Gulf Shores neighbourhood in Sanibel will be sure to enjoy their stay. Consider a visit to Sanibel Island Southern Beach as part of your Gulf Shores travel plans.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Gulf Shores?
Expedia has 5 Gulf Shores hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Sanibel area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Gulf Shores, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Gulf Shores.
What are the top things to see and do in Gulf Shores?
Sanibel Island Southern Beach is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Gulf Shores. Sanibel Bayous and Bowman's Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Sanibel.