Sunshine Island Inn

2.5 star property
Adults-only motel in Sanibel with free parking

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Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Tropical Paradise) | Living area
Motel room, 1 queen bed (Heron Hideaway)  | Private kitchen
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Banyan)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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642 East Gulf Drive, Sanibel, FL, 33957
  • Sanibel Island Northern Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette (Lighthouse)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Coquina)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (The Palm)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Tropical Paradise)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Banyan)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Motel room, 1 queen bed (Heron Hideaway)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Sanibel

At Sunshine Island Inn you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas, gas grills and a picnic area. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Sanibel motel, you'll be 18.6 km (11.6 mi) from Key West Express.

What's nearby

  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Periwinkle Way - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Sanibel Island Northern Beach - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turtles Tiki Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪MudBugs Cajun Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cheeburger Cheeburger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wickies Lighthouse Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cielo Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sunshine Island Inn

Adults-only motel in Sanibel with free parking
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 a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using 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 transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

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

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.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: 3 per cent 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

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

What is the cancellation policy at Sunshine Island Inn?

Sunshine Island Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Sunshine Island Inn?

Yep, Sunshine Island Inn has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Sunshine Island Inn?

Yep, Sunshine Island Inn is a short 13-minute walk from Sanibel Island Southern Beach.

Does Sunshine Island Inn have a pool?

Sunshine Island Inn has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Is Sunshine Island Inn family-friendly?

No, Sunshine Island Inn is an adults-only property.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sunshine Island Inn?

No, Sunshine Island Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sunshine Island Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sunshine Island Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.