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The Bay Inn at Lani Kai

3.0 star property
Beach fun in outdoor pool, near Key West Express

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Close to Key West Express, The Bay Inn at Lani Kai provides a nightclub, a playground, and laundry facilities. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with sun loungers and fishing. Be sure to enjoy happy hour at one of the 3 on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi and 6 bars are available to all guests.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, desk, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite, Balcony, Bay View | 1 bedroom, desk, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Deluxe Suite, Balcony, Bay View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, desk, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Fort Myers Beach, The Bay Inn at Lani Kai is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Coconut Point Mall and Edison Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bonita Springs Public Beach and Barefoot Beach. Hertz Arena and Bay Oaks Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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1401 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL, 33931

What's nearby

  • Estero Boulevard Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Crescent Beach Family Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lynn Hall Memorial Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Times Square - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Key West Express - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪License to Chill Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lah De Dah Beach Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪World Famous Lighthouse Tiki Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪La Ola Surfside Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪5 O’clock Somewhere Bar - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Bay Inn at Lani Kai

Hotel near Key West Express
Consider a stay at The Bay Inn at Lani Kai and take advantage of a nightclub, a playground, and laundry facilities. With amenities like sun loungers and fishing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Be sure to enjoy happy hour at one of the 3 on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as 6 bars.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), ATM/banking services, and a front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage, beach towels, and beach umbrellas
Room features
All guestrooms at The Bay Inn at Lani Kai boast perks such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 3 to 15 for adults and USD 3 to 15 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • 6 bars/lounges

Restaurants on site

  • Island View

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Lani Kai Beachfront Resort, 1400 Estero Blvd]
The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The check-in for this property is located across the street at Lani Kai Beachfront Resort, 1400 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach FL, 33931.

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 25 2023 to April 1 2024 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3.00 to 15.00 for adults, and USD 3 to 15 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Lani Kai Bayside
Lani Kai Bayside Fort Myers Beach
Lani Kai Bayside Hotel
Lani Kai Bayside Hotel Fort Myers Beach
Bay Inn Lani Kai Fort Myers Beach
Bay Inn Lani Kai
Bay Lani Kai Fort Myers Beach
Bay Lani Kai
The Bay Inn at Lani Kai Hotel
The Bay Inn at Lani Kai Fort Myers Beach
The Bay Inn at Lani Kai Hotel Fort Myers Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does The Bay Inn at Lani Kai have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Bay Inn at Lani Kai pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bay Inn at Lani Kai?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Bay Inn at Lani Kai?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Bay Inn at Lani Kai located?

Situated in Fort Myers Beach, this beach hotel is steps from Estero Boulevard Beach and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Key West Express. Crescent Beach Family Park and Lynn Hall Memorial Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

The Bay Inn at Lani Kai Reviews

7.6

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 377 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 377 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 377 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 377 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 377 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and clean hotel friendly and family oriented!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great and room was comfortable. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice stay. Nothing was bad about the entire hotel stay experience. I stayed for 6 days and wish i could have stayed longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was wonderful! excellent location, within walking distance to everything…The Beds were super uncomfortable, they need to definitely update the beds!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing

Fun & Relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is not my first time staying here. We stayed on the bay side clean n spacious . A/c worked well. I’d recommend and I’ll continue to stay here when in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Shellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beach. Updated property. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wkend get away

Everything was great. Nice bay view, spacious room, a/c was cold
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was older building but was comfortable. Ac and bed could be better but for the price was fair. Pool and beach right across the street. Less than 10 minute walk to times Square shopping and food
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun quirky tourist trap. The bay motel has an amazing patio by the river, and quick walking access to everything. It’s an older building so not perfect but I definitely want to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay that allowed the same experience as the hotel with the added benefit of having a kitchen. Normal wear and tear of the room. Felt very secure and the staff was on top of making sure you had a great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Hale

Liked: Staff & service
Needed updating ended up staying at sister hotel across street which was great!!! lani kai..
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought I was getting a 1 bedroom, like when we stayed before. We had a kitchen and living and a separate bedroom. This time a motel room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was hard and lumpy. The atmosphere was loud. It was difficult to sleep comfortably.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Ali

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Old
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Crystal

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
There was huge bugs in the room, and the staff didn’t seem to care. The kitchen smelt like cat piss and the ice machine won’t work half the time. Stay at the sister resort, the bay inn is forgot about
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not bad for a last minute $100 room.

For $100, you get what you pay for. We were passing through and needed a last minute hotel. The room was very dated, but clean. There were broken blinds and no curtains, and a light right by the window, so it was very bright in the room all night. The pull out bed had a very worn out mattress, which was super uncomfortable, even for young kids. However, the room was clean and located just across the street from the gulf. The staff was friendly. The area was fun, though it was predominantly young adults. Overall, we can’t complain for a last minute $100 room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Water leaks

We had a (big) water leak in our room when it rained...we informed the front desk and they sent a maintenance guy who told us "this is normal". When we checked out we told the front desk again and there were other people checking out that told the same story...we were all told that it was "normal"!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

2/10 Terrible

Richard J

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This felt like a bait and switch. We had zero kitchen, unlike all the photos, we had optional maid service and when requested their entire non english speaking staff, didnt understant to please sweep the copious sand accumulation. And change the sheets. 8 nights 1 set of sheets and we toweled out the sand and wore socks in 92F weather. The coffeemaker was literally a 9.99 walmart the switch broke on day 3 of 8. We took photos and will upload if requested. The food across the street on the 6th floor was the best part of the trip. Staff renting umbrella and chair do NOT work for Lani Kai and guests pay full rates. Yep, $27 a day to lay in the sand in front of your hotel. Oh and they control when the umbrella goes up or down to wind. Hit me in the closing on my neck which has a 14” steel plate on my spine. My cane was with me. Disabled guests are not accomodated. Skip this property, and Fort Myers. Jimmy Buffett cant save this place.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Abbie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pass Don’t do it. Normally I’m not one to leave such a bad review. But I wish I would’ve had a review like this so I wouldn’t have booked it. I was in town for one night for business. Online it looked decent. Maybe not a typical pick for me. But it looked nice. I was wrong If the sheets didn’t look clean and it wouldn’t have only been sleeping there for one night. I would’ve left. And honestly I still should’ve. The rooms were something else, not like the photos showed. A window ac unit that was loud with jank foam around it. Little tiny tiny bugs plus the much larger something I killed on my sheets when I woke up. The pool is across the main road, it had so much stuff floating in it, a dirty diaper just laying poolside with no diaper age children around. No back on the remote covering the batteries, I mean I could go on and on. My fave local pizza place wasn’t open so I opted to go upstairs to the island view. Grossest waste of a $17 pizza I’ve ever attempted to eat. Upon checkout I walked all the way over to the office and explained the situations and how uncomfortable I was and she told me nothing could be done because I booked through orbitz. Steer clear. Don’t book t
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Lucienne

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Decepcionante

Todos Seniors e ficamos no terceiro andar sem elevador, nem ao menos a opção de pagar alguém para subir e descer as malas. A limpeza tínhamos que pedir à recepção para ser feita! Hotel velho mas pelo menos poderia ser melhor cuidado!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We love Fort Myers Beach

We enjoyed our stay. Room was clean. No water pressure and the bed kinda dipped in the middle but room was great overall. The only amenity we used was the pool and it was clean and didn’t reek of chlorine thankfully. The only thing I didn’t care for was the fact that you can’t walk around with anything to eat or drink that wasn’t purchased at the resort. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bonne semaine

Nous avons pris la suite de luxe avec vue sur le canal .nous avions un. Balcon C 'était reposant,et c,'est un petit appartement ,un canapé tres confortable. La plage est magnifique. Nous avons passé une tres bonne semaine
Le salon cuisine
Vue du balcon
La plage
La plage devant. L hotel
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022