West End Travel Guide
Sanibel
Popular places to visit

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

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.

Blind Pass Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Blind Pass Beach during your trip to Wulfert?

Sanibel Bayous
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sanibel Bayous during your travels in Sanibel.
JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge
Find out about the history of Sanibel when you spend time at JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum during your travels in Sanibel. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.
Things to do

Fort Myers Beach: Tiki Pub Fun In The Sun Dolphin Cruise

Ft Myers Beach Tiki Pub Fun in the Sun Dolphin Cruise

2 hour Tiki Pub Sensational Dolphin Sunset Cruise (Adults only)

Sunset Sail in the Gulf of Mexico for up to 6 Guests
Top hotels in West End

Island Inn
We enjoyed our stay. I would highly recommend!
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025

Shalimar Beach Resort
Everything about this place was great
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
We enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
We stayed at a suite (880) facing the bay which was an amazing view and balcony Positives: location - right before sanibel causeway , 2 pools, not many “rules and regs” like other resorts where you have to pay for lost towels, tip umbrella guys, etc - mini beach area was a bonus, very easy/ casual ...
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
Good stay but was there when all the ice machines were out of order. Sunday breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Everything was amazing
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West End

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.

Chateaux Sur Mer
While Chateaux Sur Mer isn't home to many top sights, Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

Tradewinds
While there might not be top attractions in Tradewinds, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.

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.

Heron's Landing
When in Heron's Landing, you can plan a visit to Bowman's Beach and Blind Pass Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.







