East End, FL
Sanibel
Popular places to visit
Sanibel Island Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Sanibel when you stop by Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
Causeway Islands Park B
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Causeway Islands Park B might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Sanibel. Wander the seaside or discover the beautiful sunrises in this family-friendly area.
East End Hotel Deals
Sanibel Inn
The Sanibel Inn was a wonderful place to stay! Looking forward to returning next year!
Reviewed on 2026/3/22
Sunshine Island Inn
Very nice. Clean room next to the pool. Will stay here again the next time I visit Sanibel.
Reviewed on 2026/3/8
Tarpon Tale Inn
We enjoyed a superb week! Staff was extremely helpful, our room was clean and quiet. The inn provided beach chairs, towels, and carts for the 10 minute walk to the beach, even a shell cleaning station. Plenty of bikes for guests to use. Excellent dining and ice cream shop available across the street. ...
Reviewed on 2026/2/14
Seahorse Cottages on Sanibel - Adults Only
Our stay at Seahorse Cottages was absolutely perfect! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cottage was spotlessly clean and tastefully decorated. The kitchen had everything you could ever need. The bed had high quality sheets and the mattress was very comfortable. The grounds around the cottages were ...
Reviewed on 2026/2/22
Shell Island Beach Club
Very clean. Excellent location, close to beach, walkable to restaurants.
Reviewed on 2025/12/21
Other neighborhoods around East End
Shell Harbor
Though Shell Harbor might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and Sanibel Sea School.
The Dunes
When in The Dunes, you can plan a visit to Dunes Golf and Tennis Club and Periwinkle Way, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Beachview Country Club Estates
If you're spending some time in Beachview Country Club Estates, Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Mid Island
While visiting Mid Island, you might make a stop by sights like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach.
Sanibel Isles
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sanibel Isles and surrounding area, you can visit Dunes Golf and Tennis Club and Periwinkle Way.
Gumbo Limbo
While Gumbo Limbo might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.
