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Our top choices for Sanibel holiday rentals

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1. Sanibel Island condo - Close to the beach - Colony Inn 01

Sanibel Island condo - Close to the beach - Colony Inn 01
East End
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Our unit looked brand new. Quiet location, helpful staff, and a short walk to the beach. Would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Christopher A.
The price is HK$993
HK$2,347 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Sanibel Island condo - Close to the beach - Colony Inn 01
A spacious living room with a grey sofa, striped armchair, and a woven coffee table. Large windows offer a view of a tropical garden.

2. Driftwood Inn

Driftwood Inn
4.0 star property
Mid Island
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"This was our second stay at Driftwood Inn and we enjoyed it as much this time as the last! Property is immaculately cleaned, comfortable and has everything we need. The beach is a short walk away and the included cart, umbrellas and beach chairs make it easy to enjoy your time relaxing in the sun. Highly recommend this property for your beach time!"
United States
Heather
The price is HK$1,694
HK$3,784 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Driftwood Inn
A family of four holding hands on a sandy beach with a clear sky and calm sea in the background.

3. Newly remodeled Parrot Nest Toucan Cottage! Walk to beach, shops, restaurants!

Newly remodeled Parrot Nest Toucan Cottage! Walk to beach, shops, restaurants!
East End
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (55 reviews)
"Loved this place! So private and cute! We walked to Wickies for breakfast and lunch and did Mudbugs for dinner! Best beaches were Blind Pass and Tarpon Bay! Make sure to use the code for a discount for Adventures in Paradise Shelling tours!"
United States
Stephen
The price is HK$1,090
HK$2,328 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Newly remodeled Parrot Nest Toucan Cottage! Walk to beach, shops, restaurants!
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a beach with umbrellas and lounge chairs, and palm trees.

4. Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Mid Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,701 reviews)
"Love the resort and great access to beach"
United States
Lisa Renee
The price is HK$2,660
HK$3,482 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
An aerial view of a coastal resort with beachfront villas, a sandy beach, and clear blue waters.

5. Seahorse Suites #3. Island Living at it's Best!

Seahorse Suites #3. Island Living at it's Best!
East End
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Great location. Close to the beach and shops. Host was very polite and responsive. "
United States
Travis H.
The price is HK$1,490
HK$4,045 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Seahorse Suites #3. Island Living at it's Best!
A family of four holding hands on a sandy beach with a clear sky and calm sea in the background.

6. The Lovebird-sleeps 3! Great value on Sanibel-walk to dining, shops and Historic East End Lighthouse

The Lovebird-sleeps 3! Great value on Sanibel-walk to dining, shops and Historic East End Lighthouse
East End
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (57 reviews)
"It was the perfect place for our beach stay. Clean relaxing and plenty of space. Very close to the beach and great ice cream!"
United States
Trina S.
The price is HK$1,091
HK$2,705 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
The Lovebird-sleeps 3! Great value on Sanibel-walk to dining, shops and Historic East End Lighthouse
A compact room with a bed, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchen area, and a painting on the wall.

7. Newly remodeled Parakeet cottage! Walking distance to beach, restaurants, shops!

Newly remodeled Parakeet cottage! Walking distance to beach, restaurants, shops!
East End
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (76 reviews)
"Great little place, really enjoyed having the kitchen and the grill. "
United States
Eric W.
The price is HK$1,090
HK$2,429 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Newly remodeled Parakeet cottage! Walking distance to beach, restaurants, shops!
A beach with a view of the ocean and a sunset.

8. Island Inn

Island Inn
3.5 star property
West End
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,156 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Nicole
The price is HK$1,586
HK$1,769 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Island Inn

9. Luxury Villa Lighthouse Across from the Beach

Luxury Villa Lighthouse Across from the Beach
East End
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"The property is beautiful. Great location. Close to everything. We walked to the beach. Watched the manatees and iguanas in the back yard. I don't remember seeing in the addbut their were bikes and beach buggies loaded and ready for borrow. There were a few issues with our stay but Break Away was great and very responsive to our issues."
United States
Sonia
The price is HK$1,098
HK$3,820 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Luxury Villa Lighthouse Across from the Beach
Two striped beach chairs and a yellow umbrella on a sandy beach with a clear blue ocean in the background.

10. Romantic Getaway, #302, 2 min walk to the beach.

Romantic Getaway, #302, 2 min walk to the beach.
Mid Island
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
"Wonderful place and very close to a beautiful beach "
United States
Joseph W.
The price is HK$1,688
HK$3,078 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Romantic Getaway, #302, 2 min walk to the beach.

11. Oceanfront Penthouse w/ Panoramic Views & Pool

Oceanfront Penthouse w/ Panoramic Views & Pool
Mid Island
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Spacious place with great patio and beach access. Had a great stay!"
United States
Tracy W.
Oceanfront Penthouse w/ Panoramic Views & Pool
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a central table, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

12. Captain Ed's Cottage at Palmview Inn of Sanibel

Captain Ed's Cottage at Palmview Inn of Sanibel
Mid Island
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Clean, quiet and close to the beach."
United States
Frank C.
The price is HK$1,318
HK$2,748 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Captain Ed's Cottage at Palmview Inn of Sanibel
An outdoor patio with a table, chairs, a swing, and a covered seating area.

13. The Seagull Residence at The Sandpiper Inn of Sanibel | Bikes | Beach gear

The Seagull Residence at The Sandpiper Inn of Sanibel | Bikes | Beach gear
Mid Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (16 reviews)
"We stayed in unit one and the adjacent room at the Palmview Inn Accommodations were excellent with comfy beds, kitchen with basics, beach gear, prime location and responsive staff. I would not hesitate to stay again! . "
United States
Marty G.
The Seagull Residence at The Sandpiper Inn of Sanibel | Bikes | Beach gear
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with stools, and a built-in oven.

14. Beautiful Sundial Condo steps to beach and great value!

Beautiful Sundial Condo steps to beach and great value!
Mid Island
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Great spot for a quick trip."
United States
Warren J.
The price is HK$1,373
HK$3,835 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Beautiful Sundial Condo steps to beach and great value!
An outdoor patio with a table, chairs, a swing, and a covered seating area.

15. The Egret Residence at The Sandpiper Inn of Sanibel | Bikes | Beach gear

The Egret Residence at The Sandpiper Inn of Sanibel | Bikes | Beach gear
Mid Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (14 reviews)
"Excellent well located property to beach and things to do."
United States
Paul
The price is HK$1,200
HK$2,508 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Egret Residence at The Sandpiper Inn of Sanibel | Bikes | Beach gear
A resort with a pool, beach, and ocean view.

16. Beautiful resort style gulf view condo on Sanibel Island - Sanibel Inn 513

Beautiful resort style gulf view condo on Sanibel Island - Sanibel Inn 513
East End
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Convenient access to restaurants and local activities. Excellent location and amenities."
United States
ANALIA M.
The price is HK$2,233
HK$5,281 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Beautiful resort style gulf view condo on Sanibel Island - Sanibel Inn 513
A boat-shaped deck chair with cushions, positioned on a wooden deck with a white fence.

17. Iconic Anchor Inn A-Frame Cottages

Iconic Anchor Inn A-Frame Cottages
Mid Island
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Great location, newly renovated."
United States
Stephanie L.
The price is HK$1,977
HK$2,252 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Iconic Anchor Inn A-Frame Cottages
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a central table, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

18. Pet-Friendly Sanibel Bungalow, Walk to Beach &

Pet-Friendly Sanibel Bungalow, Walk to Beach &
Mid Island
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"I was very pleased with the unit I stayed in. It was clean, close to the beach and very easyto check in. Parking was right outside of my door so I didn't have to carry my things far. Basic amenities supplied. I had a great stay and would love to return again some day."
United States
Susan F.
The price is HK$1,318
HK$2,748 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Pet-Friendly Sanibel Bungalow, Walk to Beach &
A beach with clear turquoise water, a palm tree, and a bright sun.

19. Sandals and Flip Flops, #301

Sandals and Flip Flops, #301
Mid Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (42 reviews)
"The host-Nancy was amazing to communicate with. The property allowed me to bring my two labs and there was a yard for them to play. Super close to the beach, had a tennis court in front and loved that there was a water area that allowed us all to wash the sand off so we didn’t carry it upstairs with us."
United States
Tammy W.
The price is HK$2,394
HK$4,436 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Sandals and Flip Flops, #301
A spacious living area with a round wooden dining table, wicker chairs, a blue sideboard, a grey sofa, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

20. The Driftwood Inn Cottages

The Driftwood Inn Cottages
Mid Island
The price is HK$1,412
HK$3,466 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
The Driftwood Inn Cottages
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Top Sanibel Hotel Reviews

Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Love the resort and great access to beach"
Lisa Renee 5-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a holiday rental in Sanibel?

Yes, there are holiday rentals in Sanibel close to Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Nature enthusiasts will enjoy the popular beaches in Sanibel.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Sanibel has to offer?

Luxury Home with Pool / Spa and Private Beach Access: This highly rated holiday home rental in Sanibel offers a patio, a BBQ and air conditioning to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 5 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. Some other homes for rent in Sanibel include Gulf-Front: Dreamy Views, Renovated, Steps from Beach and Wake up to sweeping Gulf views from every room in this upscale 3BR/3BA townhome in Sanibel’s exclusive Cyprina Complex. Enjoy effortless island living with a whole-home carbon-filter water filtration system!.

How many holiday rentals are there in Sanibel?

Expedia has 89 holiday rentals for your stay in Sanibel.

What can I see and do in Sanibel?

Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum and Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation are a couple of the family-friendly sights, whereas cultural attractions include Sanibel Historical Museum and Village and Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater. Other places in town to visit include Sanibel Island Northern Beach and Sanibel Island Lighthouse.

What are holiday rentals like in Sanibel?

Holiday rentals are privately owned properties you can book for a few days, or a quick weekend, in Sanibel. Holiday rentals offer extras like laundry facilities and kitchens so you'll have a home away from home. If you're concerned about cleanliness, holiday rentals can provide a sense of security away from shared hotel lifts and busy front desks while still allowing you the experience of travel. You'll also find more space in a holiday rental than in a standard hotel, which makes a holiday rental a great choice for a family trip.