The Dunes Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Sanibel Island Southern Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?

Sanibel Island Southern Beach
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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.

Bowman's Beach
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Sanibel Island Northern Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Northern Beach during your trip to Sanibel? Discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area or enjoy its cycling trails.

Sanibel Island Northern Beach
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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.

Periwinkle Way
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Blind Pass Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Blind Pass Beach during your trip to Wulfert? Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.

Blind Pass Beach
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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.

J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Activities

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2hr Tiki Pub Fun in the Sun Cruise

AU$68
Per adult
2hr Tiki Pub Fun in the Sun Cruise
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Dolphin and Sightseeing Tiki Cruise

AU$97
Per adult
Dolphin and Sightseeing Tiki Cruise
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Tiki Boat Tours

AU$74
Per adult
Tiki Boat Tours
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Copacetic Day Sail

AU$104
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Copacetic Day Sail
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Clear Kayak Sunset & Light Tour - Bonita Springs / Ft Myers Beach

AU$118
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Clear Kayak Sunset & Light Tour - Bonita Springs / Ft Myers Beach
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2-hour Tiki Pub Sunset Cruise in Fort Myers Beach (Adults only)

AU$103
Per adult
2-hour Tiki Pub Sunset Cruise in Fort Myers Beach (Adults only)
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Our pick of the best The Dunes Hotel Deals

The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites
The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites
3 out of 5
1051 5th St, Fort Myers Beach, FL
The price is AU$131 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$131
per night
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,117 reviews)
"Everything was great."

Reviewed on 25 Sep. 2024

The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
17260 Harbour Pointe Dr, Fort Myers, FL
The price is AU$259 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$259
per night
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Book a stay at this spa resort in Fort Myers. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Great pool!"

Reviewed on 24 Sep. 2024

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
4 out of 5
251 Crescent Street, Fort Myers Beach, FL
The price is AU$321 per night from 30 Sep to 1 Oct
AU$321
per night
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (571 reviews)
"There is still visible area being repaired after hurricane damage. However beach access is great. Food and drink prices are high, but food was fresh and quickly served."

Reviewed on 24 Sep. 2024

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
1538 Cape Coral Pkwy E, Cape Coral, FL
The price is AU$163 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$163
per night
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cape Coral. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent stay and an excellent hotel"

Reviewed on 27 Sep. 2024

Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area, an IHG Hotel
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
3 out of 5
1231 Middle Gulf Dr, Sanibel, FL
The price is AU$467 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$467
per night
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Sanibel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,083 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at the resort. One thing that could have been helpful would have been a pamphlet with Wifi info, restaurant times . Seriously the area should be sprayed for no seeums . There are natural and environmentally friendly sprays. It was not fun at the beach or pool area because of them ..."

Reviewed on 23 Sep. 2024

Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Trianon Bonita Bay
Trianon Bonita Bay
3.5 out of 5
3401 Bay Commons Dr, Bonita Springs, FL
The price is AU$142 per night from 29 Sep to 30 Sep
AU$142
per night
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bonita Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,650 reviews)
"Exceptional hotel for the price. Beautiful architecture and foyer, spacious rooms with shops and restaurants adjoining and even had a small gym. The only negative thing I’d like to point out is that the rooms didn’t come with microwaves. However, there was a communial microwave next to the ice maker ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sep. 2024

Trianon Bonita Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around The Dunes

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Sanibel Harbours

Though Sanibel Harbours may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Dunes Golf and Tennis Club and Bailey's Beach.

Sanibel Harbours
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Sanibel Isles

While Sanibel Isles isn't home to many top sights, Dunes Golf and Tennis Club and Periwinkle Way are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sanibel Isles
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Shell Harbor

While Shell Harbor isn't home to many top sights, Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and Bailey's Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Shell Harbor
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Gumbo Limbo

Though Gumbo Limbo may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.

Gumbo Limbo
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Beachview Country Club Estates

While visiting Beachview Country Club Estates, you might make a stop by sights like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.

Beachview Country Club Estates
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Island Woods

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Island Woods and surrounding area, you can visit Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Historical Museum and Village.

Island Woods

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