amenities include a private beach and an outdoor pool offering gulf views, along with a shuffleboard court. overlooking the gulf of mexico, this relaxed, beachfront resort hotel is a 16-minute walk from bowditch point park and 20 miles from southwest florida international airport. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. hot breakfast and parking are complimentary. airy rooms and suites come with full kitchens, private balconies and gulf views, as well as 32-inch flat-screen tvs and free wi-fi; some have pull-out sofas. boat rentals and an airport shuttle can be arranged Southwest Florida International Airport 32 min
Fishing Pier Fort Myers Beach (4 min) Catches like cobia & bluefish on a pier with a fishing supplies store, shady benches & sunset views. Bunche Beach (14 min) Part of a nature preserve, this beach offers a quiet vibe, shallow water & sunset views. Koreshan State Park (30 min) Vast state park with picnic & camping facilities, historic buildings, trails & canoe streams. J.N. 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge (37 min) A park on the Gulf with over 230 species of birds plus trails, fishing, tours & family activities. Estero Bay (18 min) This bay is an aquatic reserve due to its large wetland habitat protected by barrier islands. Bowman's Beach (37 min) This beach is popular with beachcombers searching for seashells & offers swimming & picnic areas. Bowditch Point Park (4 min) Nature preserve & recreation area with panoramic bay views, trails & access to a swimming beach. Sanibel Lighthouse (25 min) The grounds are open to the public to view the exterior of this historic beachfront beacon up close. Lighthouse Beach Park (25 min) A scenic 32-acre park & lighthouse at the island tip with a fishing pier, picnic area & showers. Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve (25 min) 3,500-acre park offering wildlife, a butterfly garden & boardwalk trails through the wetlands. Mound House (9 min) Restored house museum atop an ancient Calusa Indian shell mound, with artifacts & cultural programs. Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum (29 min) Museum features interactive exhibits with a focus on local shells & a hands-on space for children. Lakes Park (18 min) Park with a freshwater lake for fishing, also offers bike & boat rentals, trails & picnic spots. Lynn Hall Beach Park (3 min) Small beach park with a fishing pier, restrooms, showers & parking, plus picnic & grill facilities. Lovers Key State Park (16 min) Once secluded beach now accessible by boardwalk & tram is home to manatees, dolphins & bald eagles. |