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Sunshine Island Inn

2.5 star property
Adults-only motel in Sanibel with free parking

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Tropical Paradise) | Living area
Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Banyan)
Motel room, 1 queen bed (Heron Hideaway) | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette (Lighthouse)

Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette (Lighthouse)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Coquina)

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Coquina)

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Coquina)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (The Palm)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (The Palm)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (The Palm)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Tropical Paradise)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Tropical Paradise) | Living area

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Tropical Paradise)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Banyan)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Banyan)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Banyan)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Motel room, 1 queen bed (Heron Hideaway)

Motel room, 1 queen bed (Heron Hideaway)

Motel room, 1 queen bed (Heron Hideaway)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Sanibel, Sunshine Island Inn is near the beach. Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater and BIG Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Key West Express and Sanibel Sea School. Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum are also worth visiting.
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Map
642 East Gulf Drive, Sanibel, FL, 33957

What's nearby

  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Periwinkle Way - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Sanibel Island Northern Beach - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Turtles Tiki Bar
  • MudBugs Cajun Kitchen
  • ‪Wickies Lighthouse Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cielo Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gramma Dot's Restaurant - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Sunshine Island Inn

Motel near Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Sunshine Island Inn provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Outdoor furniture, beach umbrellas and beach towels
  • Barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Sunshine Island Inn have comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Patios, fridges and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 10 days before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 25 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 25 and older are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: 3 per cent of room rate

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Guests under 25 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Sunshine Island Inn Sanibel
Sunshine Island Inn
Sunshine Island Sanibel
Sunshine Island Hotel Sanibel Island
Sunshine Island Inn Motel
Sunshine Island Inn Sanibel
Sunshine Island Inn Motel Sanibel

Frequently asked questions

Does Sunshine Island Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Sunshine Island Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Sunshine Island Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunshine Island Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sunshine Island Inn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunshine Island Inn located?

Situated by the ocean, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Sanibel Sea School and Periwinkle Way are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Sunshine Island Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 280 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 280 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 280 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 280 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 280 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Very peaceful, great location, clean rooms with a great atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here 3 times and it won’t be our last. Great service and quit secluded pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, salt water pool amazing, quiet. Very clean and everything you need for a relaxing getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved this place. Easy walk to the beach. The rooms are clean and the beds are so comfy. I reacted an electric bike to get around and loved every moment of it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect! I stayed in the Palm Cottage and it is one of the nicest places I've stayed. The manager was very kind and accommodating, the place is spotless, the pool is super clean....It's just the perfect place for a couple's getaway. I will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place yo stay! Everything is new. Pool is private. Shell washing station is a huge plus! Easy access to the beach. Had a great time! Staff is super friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So much more than we expected .. the room had everything you could need and it was very clean. 4 ladies for a weekend get away and it was perfect, will definitely come back and recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Amenities
Loved it here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

CinderBubble

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great quiet location - within walking distance of dining, shops, and the beach. Staff very friendly and helpful. If you are looking to relax - this is a great option. Definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and completely remodeled
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay very much! Lots of room for two of us. Very clean. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot, amazing staff. Location is great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and friendly, booked an extra nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was convenient very well maintained and close to the beaches
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robbin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Roomy and very clean. Had all the basics needed within the kitchenette. If visiting Sanibel again would stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Sunshine Island Inn was wonderful. They is nothing the owners overlooked when designing the room and property. We stayed in the Lighthouse room. It is a king size bed which was wonderful. The small kitchen was fully stock with anything you would need. The unit was so clean when we arrived. They is a wonderful pool which all rooms face with a sliding glass door. The also have chaise loungers, grilling area and even have pool floats at the ready. There is also a sitting area with table and chairs just outside you entry door covered buy an adjustable umbrella. The beautiful beach is just across the street and there is even a private path for the guest. I highly recommend the Sunshine Island Inn it was a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well done Ian rebuild. Small and quiet we had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property. Clean and well maintained with great furnishings and friendly staff. Easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My 1 room studio was impeccably clean and modern. The bedding was super comfortable, and the small kitchen area had everything I needed.Laundry room on premise was a plus. Pool is small and could maybe sqeeze in a few more lounge chairs?Overall I had a great experience at the Sunshine Island Inn and will look forward to another stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful, clean cottage/room. Will most definately come back here!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay . The location was perfect for beach access. The room was beautiful. We loved the property and pool . The owner was very friendly and personable. We will definitely stay here again
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful owner, clean and working hard to come back from hurricane.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the area. We had beach access and our room was beautiful! Thank you Sunshine Inn! We will be back and will refer you to others!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place! Spacious! Separate Bedroom was awesome!, full kitchen and bathroom, outdoor seating area, very clean, great pool and designated parking. Close to beaches and restaurants & ice cream shop!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024