The Best Hotels Closest to Sanibel Bayous in Sanibel for 2026

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A hotel reception area with a check-in counter, a self-service kiosk, and a small kitchenette.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee cups and containers.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a chair, a wardrobe, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

20.9 km from Sanibel Bayous

Brett R

NT$3,284

NT$3,662 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a small round table, and a decorative wall with artwork.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by a building with a red roof and multiple windows.

A grocery store with shelves stocked with snacks, beverages, and dairy products.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and artwork on the walls.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Myers Beach/Sanibel Gateway

18.8 km from Sanibel Bayous

Christina

NT$2,470

NT$2,755 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern chandelier.

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, a small building, and a basketball court surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small side table with a lamp, and a large window with blinds.

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, and a view of the outdoors.

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel

15.2 km from Sanibel Bayous

jennifer

NT$2,742

NT$3,057 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel pool area with multiple lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and palm trees.

A modern lobby with a white brick wall, a flat-screen TV, and colorful abstract paintings. There are several seating areas with different styles of chairs.

A spacious indoor dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and modern orange chairs and white tables.

A reception area with a beach view mural, a staircase, and a reception desk.

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

15.9 km from Sanibel Bayous

Samantha

NT$2,398

NT$2,673 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A beachside area with colorful Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a view of the water.

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, two bedside tables with lamps, and a window with blinds.

A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a cabinet.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a microwave.

5. Matlacha on Shoreview

20.1 km from Sanibel Bayous

Francisco

NT$2,073

NT$4,444 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A row of turquoise Adirondack chairs with umbrellas, a wooden deck, and a marina in the background.

A covered outdoor area with a boat-shaped planter filled with plants, surrounded by rocks and palm trees.

A swimming pool with a thatched roof overhead, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered patio area.

A room with a large aquarium, a dining table with chairs, a refrigerator, and a wall-mounted TV displaying a resort advertisement.

6. Latitude 26 Waterfront Boutique Resort - Fort Myers Beach

17.3 km from Sanibel Bayous

Hoyda

NT$3,013

NT$3,360 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a floor lamp, a dining table, and a sofa.

Two grey armchairs with red cushions, a floor lamp, and a window with blinds.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a dish drying rack.

A modern bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small table with a vase, two armchairs, and a painting on the wall.

7. Lazy Cuckoo Inn

18.1 km from Sanibel Bayous

Bruce

NT$1,852

NT$3,098 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A balcony with a table and chairs, large windows, and a view of the sea.

An outdoor seating area with round tables and pink cushions, palm trees, and string lights against a twilight sky.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a ceiling fan, a pool table, and a view of the outdoors.

8. The Westin Cape Coral Resort At Marina Village

15.1 km from Sanibel Bayous

ricardo

NT$4,664

NT$6,623 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A beach view from a balcony with a pool, palm trees, and a building with a balcony.

A beach with a pier extending into the water, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A balcony with a TV, a chair, and a view of a beach with a pier.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a sandy beach in front, and palm trees.

9. Edison Beach House

16.7 km from Sanibel Bayous

Angie

NT$5,634

NT$7,528 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a thatched-roof structure.

A restaurant with a high wooden ceiling, hanging flags, and a variety of flags and decorations.

A nighttime view of a bar with a pool in front.

A bar with multiple liquor bottles and a large American flag in the background.

10. Dolphin Key Resort

20.7 km from Sanibel Bayous

DANIEL

NT$2,870

NT$3,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pool in the background.

A modern indoor space with a large table, chairs, and a television.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a parking lot, a covered entrance, and a landscaped area with flowers.

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

19 km from Sanibel Bayous

Gigette

NT$3,220

NT$3,591 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a dining area.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Sun Shine State" sign, a wooden wall, and a minibar.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden console, a microwave, a small sink, and a yellow chair.

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

19.7 km from Sanibel Bayous

Taylor

NT$3,013

NT$3,360 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A beach with a variety of seashells and pebbles.

A landscaped area with palm trees and a view of the ocean.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a building with a red roof.

A hammock between palm trees with a view of the ocean.

13. Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Mid Island, 8.5 km from Sanibel Bayous

Shana

NT$5,707

NT$7,253 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A marina with boats docked, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a red-tiled roof.

A bar area with a counter, stools, and ceiling fans.

A two-story building with a wooden staircase leading to a balcony, surrounded by palm trees.

A marina with docked boats, a covered area with umbrellas, and a bridge in the background.

14. Matanzas Inn Bayside Resort and Marina

17.1 km from Sanibel Bayous

Janine

NT$5,207

NT$6,604 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a thatched-roof structure, and string lights.

A turquoise door with a number 25 sign, a thatched roof, and a small wall-mounted light fixture.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a ceiling fan, a desk, and a sofa.

A kitchen with light blue walls, a stainless steel refrigerator, a sink, and a white shelf with a lamp.

15. Latitude 26 Waterfront Resort & Marina

17.8 km from Sanibel Bayous

Shontel

NT$3,961

NT$4,417 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A modern dining area with wooden flooring, white chairs, and large windows offering a view of the beach.

A balcony with white chairs and a table overlooking a beach with palm trees and a tennis court.

A balcony with a pool, white chairs, and a view of the beach and ocean.

A resort with a beach, palm trees, a pool, and a hotel building.

16. Best Western Plus Beach Resort

16.5 km from Sanibel Bayous

Radiana

NT$6,908

NT$7,702 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchen with a wooden table, chairs, a refrigerator, a microwave, and cabinets.

A reception area with a counter, two chairs, and a coffee machine.

A reception desk with two counters, a wall-mounted phone, and a sign indicating front desk hours.

17. Candlewood Suites Fort Myers Sanibel Gateway by IHG

21.3 km from Sanibel Bayous

elba

NT$1,923

NT$2,144 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A swimming pool with a rock arch structure, a multi-story building with balconies, and palm trees in the background.

A beachfront hotel with multiple buildings, a sandy beach, and a water body in the background.

A balcony with a wooden table, two glasses of red wine, and a bottle of wine. The balcony overlooks a beach and a building with multiple balconies.

A spacious lobby with a large wooden tree sculpture, comfortable seating areas, and large windows offering ocean views.

18. Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

16 km from Sanibel Bayous

Mario

NT$7,145

NT$10,065 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A covered patio with tiled flooring, wooden lounge chairs, and a small table.

A grassy yard with palm trees and a wooden fence.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

19. White Orchid Apartments

16.1 km from Sanibel Bayous

Laura

NT$2,073

NT$3,342 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A balcony with a wooden table and chairs, a hanging chair, and a view of palm trees and a pool.

A resort with a pool, thatched umbrellas, and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink. There is a painting of a flamingo on the wall.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a sliding barn door and a painting of a beach on the wall.

20. Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort

5.9 km from Sanibel Bayous

Lisa

NT$5,723

NT$7,447 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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Compare popular hotels close to Sanibel Bayous

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,685 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Myers Beach/Sanibel Gateway	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway	8.2 Very good 1,375 reviews	View
Matlacha on Shoreview	9.6 Exceptional 299 reviews	View

Top Sanibel Bayous Hotel Reviews

Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our vacation! Room was immaculate however we did not realize we would be on the 2nd floor. Thankfully it wasn't any higher. A family oriented establishment with activities going on throughout the day. Staff was extremely helpful and our food service was fantastic."

Shalimar Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great view of beach from screened balcony. Almost a private pool while we were there for 5 nights. Room was perfect! Staff was very nice."

Kona Kai Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was absolutely perfect. The only thing I regret is not booking more time here. Perfect location, quiet and peaceful.Very clean,beautiful full kitchen; what more could you ask for?"

Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable and convenient location!"

Other attractions near Sanibel Bayous

A sunset over the ocean with waves, a bird flying, and a partly cloudy sky.

Sanibel Island Southern Beach

9.4/10 (1,097 reviews)

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

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A sandy beach with a clear sky and ocean in the background.

Bowman's Beach

9.0/10 (1,092 reviews)

Relax and revel in a visit to one of the area’s most beautiful beaches, great for swimming, fishing and finding special seashells.

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A rustic wooden building with a metal roof, surrounded by trees and a gravel path.

Sanibel Historical Museum and Village

8.0/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Sanibel Historical Museum and Village in Sanibel. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation

Take the family on an outing to Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation during your trip to Sanibel. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum in Sanibel. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

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Castaways Marina

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the waterfront of Castaways Marina and enjoy activities such as biking in Wulfert. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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BIG Arts Center

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at BIG Arts Center on your trip to Sanibel. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.

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Blind Pass Beach

7.8/10 (14 reviews)

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

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sanibel Bayous?

Sanibel Bayous is located in Sanibel. You'll find 683 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Sanibel Bayous?

Island Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this aparthotel offers a private beach and free parking. It's located 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Sanibel Bayous. Other good options within a few miles include Shalimar Beach Resort and Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Sanibel Bayous?

Expedia has 683 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Sanibel Bayous.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sanibel Bayous, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Sanibel Bayous.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Sanibel Bayous?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Sanibel Bayous, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Sanibel Bayous?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum and Sanibel Historical Museum and Village. You can enjoy live performances at BIG Arts Center and Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Bowman's Beach, Sanibel Island Southern Beach, and Blind Pass Beach.

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Our top choices for Sanibel Bayous hotels

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

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Myers Beach/Sanibel Gateway

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel

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

5. Matlacha on Shoreview

6. Latitude 26 Waterfront Boutique Resort - Fort Myers Beach

7. Lazy Cuckoo Inn

8. The Westin Cape Coral Resort At Marina Village

9. Edison Beach House

10. Dolphin Key Resort

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

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

13. Sanibel Island Beach Resort

14. Matanzas Inn Bayside Resort and Marina

15. Latitude 26 Waterfront Resort & Marina

16. Best Western Plus Beach Resort

17. Candlewood Suites Fort Myers Sanibel Gateway by IHG

18. Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

19. White Orchid Apartments

20. Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort

Compare popular hotels close to Sanibel Bayous

Top Sanibel Bayous Hotel Reviews

Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

Shalimar Beach Resort

Kona Kai Motel

Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort

Other attractions near Sanibel Bayous

Sanibel Island Southern Beach

Bowman's Beach

Sanibel Historical Museum and Village

Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation

Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Castaways Marina

BIG Arts Center

Blind Pass Beach

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