West End
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 browsing the exhibits at Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum in Sanibel. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.
Things to do

Fort Myers Beach Sunset and Dolphin Watching Cruise

Southwest Florida Sunset Sail

Dolphin and Shelling Cruise Tour at Fort Myers Beach

Fort Myers Beach Dolphin & Sightseeing Tour Refreshments Included

Ft Myers Beach 3hr Tiki Pub Tropical Sandbar Getaway Cruise
Top hotels in West End

Island Inn
Ken at the front desk is amazing and makes you feel at home from the moment he says hello. Everything was clean, and absolutely beautiful. We hope to be back soon!!
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

Shalimar Beach Resort
The accommodations were top notch. Very clean and comfortable. The garden was was in excellent condition. The pool was sparkling and warm. The beach was beautiful. Conveniently located to everything. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

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
The cafe had a fish smell when you first walk in, other than that everything was excellent
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
Great
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

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

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

Chateaux Sur Mer
Though Chateaux Sur Mer might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.

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

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

East Rocks
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Rocks and surrounding area, you can visit Sanibel Island Southern Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.

Heron's Landing
Though Heron's Landing might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bowman's Beach and Blind Pass Beach.






