Butterknife Travel Guide
Sanibel
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Popular places to visit
Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?
Sanibel Island Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Sanibel with a trip to Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Bowman's Beach
Relax and revel in a visit to one of the area’s most beautiful beaches, great for swimming, fishing and finding special seashells.
Periwinkle Way
The island’s spine is also its commercial hub. Drive or bike the road’s length to find attractions and discover many stores and restaurants.
J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
See almost anything that flies, swims or crawls in Florida in this protected area. Become acquainted with wildlife while learning about varied species.
Sanibel Historical Museum and Village
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sanibel Historical Museum and Village during your trip to Sanibel. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Sunset Dolphin Cruise with Sanibel Lighthouse Views
Dolphin Wildlife Cruise Fort Myers Beach
Parasailing Adventure on Fort Myers Beach (400 Foot Flight)
Fort Myers Beach: Tiki Pub Fun In The Sun Dolphin Cruise
Ft Myers Beach 3hr Tiki Pub Tropical Sandbar Getaway Cruise
Top hotels in Butterknife
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
We had a fabulous stay! So many great amenities, restaurants, pool and beach area. The staff is so friendly and helpful. We’ll definitely return!
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Room and bathroom were clean
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Fort Myers Central
Had king bed booked, got 2 full size. Had to get changed the next day. Would not add my Wyndham reward number they didn’t know how. Door jam was missing screw had to block door to keep shut. Pool was not heated. Breakfast didn’t have fruit, said someone forgot to order. Your place needs lots of ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Let’s see where to start. The beds were extremely small. Our feet were hanging off of the beds way too much public access to a resort that we paid a lot of money to stay at. We had to wait through a crowd of drunken people when we checked in that were off of the beach, not seen in the resort. Also, ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Ft Myers
Service at the desk was very good. The room was not as shown in the online picture and smelled of mold. Stayed two hours and got 75$ of total bill back. Terrible.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
Clean rooms, comfortable beds and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Butterknife
Ybel
Though Ybel may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Periwinkle Way.
Beachview Country Club Estates
While visiting Beachview Country Club Estates, you might make a stop by sights like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.
Gumbo Limbo
Though Gumbo Limbo may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.
Mid Island
If you're spending some time in Mid Island, Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Bright Water
Though Bright Water may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Sanibel Historical Museum and Village.
Murex Lakes
While there might not be top attractions in Murex Lakes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Sanibel Historical Museum and Village.
