| check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. surrounded by tropical gardens, this island-themed motel next to the sanibel river is a mile from the beach and 4 miles from the entrance to the j. n. colorful, individually decorated rooms and cottages all have cable tv, free wi-fi, minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. parking is free. there's an outdoor pool, secluded sitting areas and guest-use barbecue grills. ding darling national wildlife refuge. some rooms have full-size kitchens or basic kitchenettes, separate living areas and private patios
Southwest Florida International Airport 37 min
Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum (6 min)
Museum features interactive exhibits with a focus on local shells & a hands-on space for children. Alison Hagerup Beach - Public Parking - Captiva Florida (25 min)
Pay parking lot with limited spots & access to a relaxed beach with a rocky shoreline. Lovers Key State Park (33 min)
Once secluded beach now accessible by boardwalk & tram is home to manatees, dolphins & bald eagles. Blind Pass Beach (16 min)
Expansive, sandy beach popular for shell collecting & angling, with sunset views & strong currents. Lighthouse Beach Park (7 min)
A scenic 32-acre park & lighthouse at the island tip with a fishing pier, picnic area & showers. Fishing Pier Fort Myers Beach (19 min)
Catches like cobia & bluefish on a pier with a fishing supplies store, shady benches & sunset views. J.N. 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge (15 min)
A park on the Gulf with over 230 species of birds plus trails, fishing, tours & family activities. Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (6 min)
This non-profit organization with a nature & garden center offers educational programs & events. Bowditch Point Park (23 min)
Nature preserve & recreation area with panoramic bay views, trails & access to a swimming beach. Gulfside City Park Beach (Algiers) (5 min)
Public beach offering picnic areas & BBQ grills, plus bike racks,noutdoor showers & restrooms. Bowman's Beach (15 min)
This beach is popular with beachcombers searching for seashells & offers swimming & picnic areas. Captiva Island (25 min)
Tranquil island offering scenic views, long sand beaches, abundant wildlife & fishing. Sanibel Historical Museum and Village (4 min)
Living history museum about pioneer life, with 7 restored buildings, from a school to a post office. Lynn Hall Beach Park (20 min)
Small beach park with a fishing pier, restrooms, showers & parking, plus picnic & grill facilities. Sanibel Lighthouse (7 min)
The grounds are open to the public to view the exterior of this historic beachfront beacon up close. | 
