Resorts in Sanibel Island, Florida

Located in Lee County, Sanibel Island, Florida is a popular vacation destination. This barrier island is situated in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico and offers guests a range of outdoor activities, many of which are water-based. Water sports, fishing and swimming can be done at any of the island's beaches. The J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge offers opportunities for wildlife viewing, hiking and bird-watching. When it is time to unwind, do so at any one of the island's luxurious resort properties.

Sundial Beach & Golf Resort

Situated on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico, the Sundial Beach & Golf Resort is an all-suite property, offering a wide array of amenities for travelers looking to lodge in luxury. Guests can enjoy swimming in one of five on-site pools or get in a round of golf at the The Dunes Championship Golf Course. There are 12 tennis courts on the property, as well as the Environmental Coastal Observatory Center, which houses a "450-gallon touch tank" and a large aquarium. Guestrooms come replete with luxury bedding, private bathrooms, ocean or garden views, with fully-equipped kitchens and living room spaces in select rooms.

Sundial Beach & Golf Resort
451 Middle Gulf Drive
Sanibel Island, FL 33957
(866) 565-5093
sundialresort.com

Sanibel Sunset Beach Resort

This resort property is also located oceanfront, alongside a beach that is chock full of authentic seashells. Guests are treated to a host of amenities, all of which are geared towards comfort and relaxation, including access to a private cabana alongside the resort's swimming pool. Get on the shuffleboard court for some day-side activity or kayak in the Gulf. Show your sporty side on the volleyball or tennis court or simply languish on the beach.

Sanibel Sunset Beach Resort are just as impressive, offering queen-size beds, microwave, refrigerator, garden or ocean views and balconies. Select rooms also boast a fully-equipped kitchen and Jacuzzi tub.

Sanibel Sunset Beach Resort
3287 W. Gulf Drive
Sanibel Island, FL 33957
(866) 565-5091
sanibelcollection.com/sunset_beach/

Sanibel Moorings

This collection of vacation condo rentals offers guests a mix of down-home comforts in each unit and upscale resort amenities. Situated on its own stretch of beach, guests at Sanibel Moorings can get in a game of tennis at the on-site courts or work out in the fitness room. Kayak or canoe in the calm Gulf inlets or bike along the island's paved bike paths.

Condos at Sanibel Moorings come in one-,two-, or three-bedroom units, all of which have living and dining areas, fully-equipped kitchens, wide-screen TV with DVD player, and a screened-in lanai.

Sanibel Moorings
845 East Gulf Drive
Sanibel Island, FL 33957
(239) 472-4119
www.sanibelmoorings.com

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