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Sunshine Island Inn

Property class: 2.5
Adults-only motel near Sanibel Island Southern Beach

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Exterior
Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Tropical Paradise) | Living area
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette (Lighthouse)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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642 East Gulf Drive, Sanibel, FL, 33957
  • Place, Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanibel Island Southern Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanibel Island Northern Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Banyan)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Banyan)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Tropical Paradise) | Living area

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Tropical Paradise)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (The Palm)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (The Palm)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette (Lighthouse)

Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette (Lighthouse)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Coquina)

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Coquina)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Motel room, 1 queen bed (Heron Hideaway)

Studio, Efficiency, 1 King Bed (Heron)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Sanibel

Oceanside stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this East End motel, you'll find Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens. Sanibel Sea School and Periwinkle Way are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Periwinkle Way - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Sanibel Island Northern Beach - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Turtles Tiki Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gramma Dot's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪MudBugs Cajun Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wickies Lighthouse Restaurant - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Sunshine Island Inn

Adults-only motel near Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Sunshine Island Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Sunshine Island Inn also features laundry facilities and pool umbrellas. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sanibel motel.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Sunshine Island Inn offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to patios. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 10 days before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 25 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 25 and older are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: 3 percent of room rate

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 25 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Sunshine Island Inn Sanibel
Sunshine Island Inn
Sunshine Island Sanibel
Sunshine Island Hotel Sanibel Island
Sunshine Island Inn Motel
Sunshine Island Inn Sanibel
Sunshine Island Inn Motel Sanibel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sunshine Island Inn to the airport?

Sunshine Island Inn is 25.4 mi (37-min drive) away from the Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sunshine Island Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sunshine Island Inn.

How close is Sunshine Island Inn to the beach?

This motel is a short 13-minute walk from Sanibel Island Southern Beach and 11.9 mi (26-min drive) from Estero Boulevard Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sunshine Island Inn offer free breakfast?

Sunshine Island Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sunshine Island Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Sunshine Island Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Sunshine Island Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Sunshine Island Inn have a pool?

Sunshine Island Inn features an outdoor pool.

Does Sunshine Island Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Sunshine Island Inn to downtown Sanibel?

Sunshine Island Inn is 0.6 mi away from Sanibel.

Sunshine Island Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 299 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 299 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 299 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 299 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 299 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
yes
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute Inn within very short walk to the beach. Clean modern room, with convenient kitchen efficiency including a sizable refrigerator. Friendly staff, easy parking. Close drive/bike ride to Lighthouse Park and nearby shops and food. We enjoyed the frozen custard from The Shack, dinner at Tutti Pazzi, and riding bikes around the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yonghua

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
With rising cost of stay on Sanbiel, this place is a true gem that worths the buck and hope it stays that way. Feel accommodation is pricing out normal folks after hurricane Ian due to scarcity.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spacious and spotless. The kitchenette was a big plus. Just a short walk to the lovely beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location and facility. Renovated so nice with a great pool. Easy beach access with chairs and umbrellas to use. Perfect place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New clean rooms ! A pool just feet away ! Close to all beaches . Just a walk from your room and you are on sanibel beach . Will stay again . Kristen in the office was very helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Schell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another wonderful stay. Clean, comfy beds easy beach access. This is a hidden gem on Sanibel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jody

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spyro

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridge

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

Cozy and remodeled.

Cute and sweet room with plenty of room and a full kitchen. Private beach access was nice and right across the street. This place has been completely remodeled after the hurricanes and it is all brand new. Comfortable bed, large walk in shower, big bathroom and parking right out the door from the unit. We loved our stay and we will be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Sunshine Island Inn was wonderful. They is nothing the owners overlooked when designing the room and property. We stayed in the Lighthouse room. It is a king size bed which was wonderful. The small kitchen was fully stock with anything you would need. The unit was so clean when we arrived. They is a wonderful pool which all rooms face with a sliding glass door. The also have chaise loungers, grilling area and even have pool floats at the ready. There is also a sitting area with table and chairs just outside you entry door covered buy an adjustable umbrella. The beautiful beach is just across the street and there is even a private path for the guest. I highly recommend the Sunshine Island Inn it was a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved this place. Easy walk to the beach. The rooms are clean and the beds are so comfy. I reacted an electric bike to get around and loved every moment of it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here 3 times and it won’t be our last. Great service and quit secluded pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos Felipe

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect! I stayed in the Palm Cottage and it is one of the nicest places I've stayed. The manager was very kind and accommodating, the place is spotless, the pool is super clean....It's just the perfect place for a couple's getaway. I will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, nice quiet well kept place close to the beach! Manager on duty was friendly and informative and the check in was no problem. I would recommend this hotel to my friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place yo stay! Everything is new. Pool is private. Shell washing station is a huge plus! Easy access to the beach. Had a great time! Staff is super friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The manager was very friendly & accommodating. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint properry with just 6 units and its own pool for a crowd free vacation. Beautiful grounds. Perfect location close to good shelling and within a short stroll on said beach to the light house beach area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025