West End 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.

Blind Pass Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Blind Pass Beach during your trip to Wulfert?

Sanibel Bayous
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sanibel Bayous during your travels in Sanibel.
JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge
Find out about the history of Sanibel when you spend time at JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum during your travels in Sanibel. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.
Things to do

Southwest Florida Sunset Sail

Dolphin Wildlife Cruise Fort Myers Beach

Dolphin and Shelling Cruise Tour at Fort Myers Beach

Parasailing Adventure on Fort Myers Beach (400 Foot Flight)

Fort Myers: Guided Sunset Kayaking Tour through Pelican Bay
Top hotels in West End

Island Inn
Clean room. Beautiful view. Helpful courteous staff
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Shalimar Beach Resort
Clean/new room! Great staff! Great location!
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
EXCELLENT STAFF
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Great place
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Great spot! Met the owner and son bartending on a Saturday! Staff were very friendly and the beach was perfect every day.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at Coconut Cove, Bonita Springs
Clean room! Wonderful lazy river! Had such a great vacation there!
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West End

Gulf Pines
While Gulf Pines may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach.

Chateaux Sur Mer
While Chateaux Sur Mer isn't home to many top sights, Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

Tradewinds
While there might not be top attractions in Tradewinds, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.

East Rocks
While there might not be top attractions in East Rocks, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.

Heron's Landing
When in Heron's Landing, you can plan a visit to Bowman's Beach and Blind Pass Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.






