Sanctuary 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?
Sanibel Island Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Sanibel with a trip to Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Bowman's Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Bowman's Beach during your travels in Sanibel? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Periwinkle Way
During your trip to Sanibel, you can do some window-shopping at Periwinkle Way. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
Enjoy a trip to J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and popular activities such as cycling in Sanibel. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Sanibel Historical Museum and Village
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sanibel Historical Museum and Village during your trip to Sanibel. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.
Top hotels in Sanctuary
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
Nice room and perfect location
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Very clean
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Great beach hotel! Room is clean and bed comfortable. All the staff are friendly and accommodating. Tiki hut fun by the pool. The restaurant is great for a lite bite and a full meal. The beach is steps from the hotel. Perfect get away even during the cold spell.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Some of the front desk super nice. Others not so much. Nice room
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Ft Myers
Clean, friendly, helpful, heated clean pool, great made-to-order breakfasts…OUTSTANDING!!
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
Very clean room, staff was very nice. All of the pools were clean and everything was very nice and well taken care of.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sanctuary
Dinkins Bayou
While Dinkins Bayou may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Blind Pass Beach and Turner Beach.
Del Sega
If you're spending some time in Del Sega, Blind Pass Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
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.
