The Dunes
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 when you stop by Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Wander 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
Fort Myers Beach Sunset and Dolphin Watching Cruise
Ft Myers Beach 3hr Tiki Pub Tropical Sandbar Getaway Cruise
Southwest Florida Sunset Sail
Guided Kayak Eco Tour - Bunche Beach
Half-Day Private Tiki Boat Beach Tour from Fort Myers
Top hotels in The Dunes
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Large clean room, great view. The staff is very friendly. The hotel is older but they updated things here and there.
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Nice decor, neat, appealing use of space, OCEANFRONT & l think underrated. Their online photos are current. You get what you see on their website. I made 2 trips here in 25 & January was my 1st trip in 26 with friends but we are determined to go again. Love Sanibel Island.
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
Great
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
MaryJane checked me in and was super friendly and made me very welcome. Very Clean room, friendly staff. Breakfast was good but the pancake machine made the pancakes so thin that they just did not taste like pancakes, but it is probably the batter or the machine.
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Rooms were clean and comfortable
Reviewed on Jan 13, 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 Jan 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Dunes
Shell Harbor
Though Shell Harbor might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and Sanibel Sea School.
Sanibel Isles
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sanibel Isles and surrounding area, you can visit Dunes Golf and Tennis Club and Periwinkle Way.
Mid Island
While visiting Mid Island, you might make a stop by sights like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach.
Gumbo Limbo
While Gumbo Limbo might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.
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
If you're spending some time in Beachview Country Club Estates, Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
