Welcome to the Inns of Sanibel on the gulf coast of Sanibel Island, Florida. You have found the island getaway your heart desires. The Sanibel Inn has reopened and is better than ever. If you know the accommodation you wish to reserve, just click on the “Book Now” button below. Or, click here to visit the Sanibel Inn page to select your accommodation.
Booking directly through The Inns of Sanibel is the best way to enjoy seasonal offers, special experiences, unique packages and exclusive rates.
Skip the jacket and book an autumn trip to the sunshine state and SAVE! Just stay three nights at our regular rates, and enjoy your FOURTH NIGHT FREE! Available to book Oct 1st to November 30th, 2025
Stay three nights at Sanibel Inn and get your Fourth Night Free! Available now through September 30, 2025.
Make the summer last and come experience the "Island Hoppers Songwriter Fest" now in its 11th Year! Take advantage of the lowest prices of the season plus a special deal.
Sanibel’s premier beachfront destination welcomes you. Perfect for a quiet island getaway or a vacation with the family, Sanibel Inn offers a wide array of amenities and activities for every age and interest.
Luxurious guestrooms, suites and condominiums offer spectacular panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico.
Experience the best of the island at Sanibel Inn, Sanibel Island’s premier Gulf Front Resort.
Song of the Sea is currently closed and is under review for redevelopment. Song of the Sea has long been a popular destination of visitors to Sanibel Island. If you enjoyed Song of the Sea, you will love our newest resort, the Sanibel Inn! The Sanibel Inn offers guestrooms, 1 bedroom suites and 2 bedroom condominiums, all featuring kitchenettes and spectacular views of the Gulf of Mexico. Be sure check out the Sanibel Inn for your next stay on the island.
Many couples dream of tying the knot in a picture-perfect island setting. If that’s your wedding fantasy, the Inns of Sanibel and our sister property The Dunes offer a variety of locations for island style ceremonies and receptions. From the shell-strewn shores of The Sanibel Inn to The Dunes Sunset Lake, both are perfectly located to take advantage of Sanibel’s glorious sunsets. For over 40 years, couples have trusted The Dunes with their special day. Contact our certified wedding planer today
Located at the Sanibel Inn resort, Dante’s delivers a diversified menu with island flare. Inspired by a wood-fired gill, Dante’s serves up everything from pizzas to fresh seafood with elegant presentations in a unique circular interior. For the true island experience, check out the Island Time Tiki Bar located next to the pool at the Sanibel Inn. Island Time offers light fare throughout the day ending with evening cocktails. The Dunes Dining Room is known for its unique signature items, and the view of the sparkling lake and nature preserve are always worth the trip.
While you are a guest of the Inns of Sanibel, you have exclusive access to The Dunes with its 18-hole championship course, tennis & pickleball courts, restaurant & bar and swimming pool.
The Dunes is set in a stunning nature preserve that is worth a visit just to enjoy the scenery. Be sure to take full advantage of your resort privileges by visiting The Dunes during your stay.
DIRECTIONS FROM RSW Regional SW International Airport – Merge onto I-75 N. Take exit 131 toward Cape Coral. Merge onto Daniels Pkwy. Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto 6 Mile Cypress Pkwy. Continue onto Gladiolus Dr. Use the left lane to merge onto County Rd 869 S/Summerlin Rd via the ramp to Ft Myers Beach/Sanibel/Captiva. Keep left to continue on Summerlin Rd. Continue onto McGregor Blvd. Continue onto Sanibel Causeway. Continue onto Causeway Blvd. At the four way intersection, continue straight onto Lindgren Blvd. When you reach the stop sign at E Gulf Dr, you should see the signs for Sanibel Inn/Dante’s straight ahead. If you are checking into Song of the Sea or Seaside Inn, make a left on E Gulf Drive. For Sunset Beach Inn, you can make a right on Periwinkle, see addresses below.
DIRECTIONS FROM TIA Tampa International Airport – Head northeast on George J Bean Pkwy toward Airport Recirculation Dr. Follow 1-275 S and 1-75 S to Naples. Take Exit 131 from I-75 S to Cape Coral/SW Florida Airport. Continue on Daniels Pkwy and turn right. Turn left on 6 Mile Cypress Pkwy, continue onto Gladiolus Dr. Use the left lane to merge onto Summerlin Rd via the ramp to Ft Myers Bch/Sanibel/CaptivaSummerlin Rd. Continue on Summerlin Rd, continue onto McGregor Blvd. Continue onto Sanibel Causeway to your Inn, see addresses below.
FROM INTERSTATE 75 SOUTH – I-75 S to Naples. Continue on Exit 128 and follow signs for County Rd 840/Alico Rd/Hertz Arena/San Carlos Park. Keep right at the fork, follow signs for San Carlos Park. Turn right onto Alico Rd. Turn right onto US-41 N. Turn left onto Gladiolus Dr. Merge onto County Rd 869 S/Summerlin Rd via the ramp to Ft Myers Bch/Sanibel/Captiva. Keep left to continue on Summerlin Rd, continue onto McGregor Blvd. Continue onto Sanibel Causeway to your Inn, see addresses below.
FROM INTERSTATE 75 NORTH – Merge onto I-95 N. Take Exit 12A on the left to merge onto Florida‘s Turnpike. Take Exit 54 for FL-84/I-595/US-441 toward Ft Lauderdale. Keep left at the fork, follow signs for I-595 W and merge onto FL-84 W/I-595 W. Continue to follow I-595 W. Keep left and merge onto I-75 N. Take Exit 128 for Alico Rd toward County Rd 840/San Carlos Park. Continue on Alico Rd. Turn right onto US-41 N. Turn left onto Gladiolus Dr. Merge onto County Rd 869 S/Summerlin Rd via the ramp to Ft Myers Bch/Sanibel/Captiva. Keep left to continue on Summerlin Rd, continue onto McGregor Blvd. Continue onto Sanibel Causeway to your Inn, see addresses below.
SANIBEL INN: 937 E. Gulf Drive, Sanibel, FL 33957
SONG OF THE SEA: 863 E. Gulf Drive, Sanibel, FL 33957
There are lots of things to consider when deciding where to stay on beautiful Sanibel Island. If you’re looking to explore our world-famous beaches (and collect some seashells!) then staying at a beachside hotel is a must. You can compare each of our four top rated hotels on Sanibel Island here to see which property suits you best!
But don’t take our word for it! Check out these recent stories from our past guests. All of our properties have 4 stars or higher on Google Reviews, and there are hundreds of testimonials for you to check out.
And of course, take into consideration deals and offers! Explore our best Sanibel Island hotel offers to save big on your next getaway.
Sanibel has a history as a very safe city and place to visit. In 2017 the National Council for Home Safety and Security named Sanibel as the 7th safest city in Florida. The 2018, 2019, and 2020 rankings for the survey do not include populations lower than 10,000, so Sanibel was excluded.
For more information on our safety policies regarding COVID-19, please see our COVID-19 page here.
