Ybel Travel Guide
Sanibel

Popular places to visit

Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?

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.

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.

Sanibel Island Northern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Northern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?

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.
Things to do

Parasailing Adventure on Fort Myers Beach (400 Foot Flight)

Ft Myers Beach 3hr Tiki Pub Tropical Sandbar Getaway Cruise

Dolphin and Shelling Cruise Tour at Fort Myers Beach

Fort Myers Beach Dolphin & Sightseeing Tour Refreshments Included

Guided Kayak Eco Tour - Bunche Beach
Top hotels in Ybel

Casa Ybel Resort
Room was amazing! Their video on their site is pre Hurricane Ian so don’t expect it to be like that ! Lots of devistation but they are working to bring it back. Most staff was nice , the front office staff were snotty and not helpful at !! Location on the beach is amazing! Sanibel / Captiva have ...
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
It was our first time there. Would go back.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
Staff was very nice. A problem we had was their were 4 of us in the room and trying to get 4 towels and washcloths was a hard task, also coffee in room.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
Privacy with own balcony, great breakfast every morning and friendly stuff.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Clean and comfortable room, excellent location to beach,restaurants, shells. Courteous staff
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at Coconut Cove, Bonita Springs
Wonderful staff and management, great outdoor amenities and we all agreed the NYE events were perfect for our grandchildren. Some of the rooms were a bit dated but the staff quickly responded with appropriate room changes.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ybel

Butterknife
While there might not be top attractions in Butterknife, you can explore the larger area and discover places 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.

