Gulf Pines Travel Guide
Sanibel
Visit Gulf Pines
Things to do

Parasailing Adventure on Fort Myers Beach (400 Foot Flight)

Sunset Cruise Fort Myers Beach

Dolphin Wildlife Cruise Fort Myers Beach

Ft Myers Beach 3hr Tiki Pub Tropical Sandbar Getaway Cruise

Southwest Florida Sunset Sail
Top hotels in Gulf Pines

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
"This hotel is a gem. When you first check in you are offered a Margarita. Spacious and inviting as you wonder around after check in. Free chilled water 24/7 with oranges and lemons. The room and its views were worth it. Bed was comfy with many pillows, shower was large as well as the bathroom mirror. ..."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
"We had 1 day when water was coming into the bathroom and kitchen area because of the rain with wind over 45 mph. 1 other night there was water coming from the ceiling in the bathroom due to the floor above us. We stayed in a suite it was nice and would stay again. Just a little inconvenient when ..."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
"Excellent experience during 4th of July. Walking distance from the fireworks & restaurants. I picked an excellent location. Could not have asked for something better. Room was great & staff excellent. Would highly recommend you stay here!!!!"
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
"Nice hotel"
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina
"Tido estuvo bien menos que la tina del baño no sostenia el agua y la playa pesima agua sucia y con olor a pescado y suelo dentro del agua fangoso y con con muchos animales en forma de medallon en ese fango"
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Gulf Pines

Mid Island
If you're spending some time in Mid Island, Periwinkle Way and Dunes Golf and Tennis Club are top sights worth seeing.

West End
If you're spending some time in West End, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach are top sights worth seeing.

East End
While visiting East End, you might make a stop by sights like Sanibel Island Northern Beach and Sanibel Island Lighthouse.

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.
Sanctuary
While there might not be top attractions in Sanctuary, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Blind Pass Beach and Turner Beach.






