East End Travel Guide
Sanibel


Visit East End
Stay near popular East End attractions
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 East End

Sanibel Inn
"Nothing we didn't like. Room was clean and well maintained. Bathroom and kitchenette were both very nice. A 2-3 minute walk from our room to our lounge chairs on the beach. Beautiful water and sand. Pool also very nice even though it was pretty warm most days. But that's to be expected in August ..."
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Sunshine Island Inn
"Excellent facilities. Easy check in. Parking I. Front of room made for easy loading and unloading. We were only guests in resort for the two nights we were there, which was very special. Only negative was not directly on beach, which was not clear in info online about resort"
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Seahorse Cottages on Sanibel - Adults Only
"Our cottage was great! It was clean, and the bed was comfortable. It was nice to have porch areas out front and back and it was an easy walk to the beach and restaurant/ice cream shop. It was also nice to have the small pool to cool off in. Would definitely stay here again if we ever come back to ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Tarpon Tale Inn
"Everything was great- property was well maintained and had everything we needed. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Location to beach, shops, restaurants was really convenient! We will stay there again next time we go to Sanibel!"
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Shell Island Beach Club
"Great place to stay on the beach! Woman at the front desk was rude!"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

Lighthouse Resort and Club
Where to stay in East End

Mid Island
If you're spending some time in Mid Island, Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach 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.

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.

Gulf Shores
When in Gulf Shores, you can plan a visit to Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.







