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West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sanibel, FL
  • Place, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanibel Island Southern Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowman's Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

About this property

West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach

Enjoy all that Sanibel Island has to offer at the West End Paradise. Our charming cottage style accommodations offer a serene and tropical setting with mature foliage, pond with birds and turtles and we're just a short walk to the private Tradewinds beach. Unit "Starfish 1" is a hotel style room with a king sized bed, microwave, mini-fridge and coffee maker. There is a full bathroom in the room as well.  Need more room? ... add unit "Turtle 2" for an additional bedroom with queen sized bed, full bathroom, living/dining areas, full kitchen and screened lanai. All of our units come with beach towels, access to the charcoal bbq grill, outdoor seating, high speed wireless internet, cable TV and air conditioning for those tropical Island summers. This unit is perfect for a couple wanting to enjoy a quick Island getaway.  Only one parking space per unit.

*Important Note: This rental does not include beach chairs or umbrellas. Instead, we’ve partnered with VayKLife to provide you with a credit toward beach essentials like chairs, umbrellas, coolers, wagons, and more—so you can pack light and still enjoy everything you need for a perfect day at the beach. While some of our homes may have beach gear on-site, availability varies, and we cannot guarantee specific items will be provided. With VayKLife, you get to choose exactly what you need, and they’ll deliver it right to your door for added convenience. Your booking confirmation includes a link to VayKLife’s site, where you can browse their full selection and easily redeem your credit. It’s just one of the ways we help make your stay as seamless and enjoyable as possible.

Sanibel Dwelling License #21108
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Sanibel

Located near the beach, this cottage is in West End, a neighborhood in Sanibel. Sanibel Historical Museum and Village and Sanibel Historical Village and Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum. BIG Arts Center and Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sanibel, FL

What's nearby

  • J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sanibel Bayous - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bowman's Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 19 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Phuzzy’s Boat Shack - ‬76 min drive
  • ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Low Key Tiki - ‬76 min drive
  • ‪Sanibel Bean - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach?

As of Mar 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach on Jun 29, 2026 start from $131, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach located?

Located in West End, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Bowman's Beach and Sanibel Bayous are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place with an awesome beach access!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and a well stocked room. It’s small but then who goes to Sanibel Island to stay inside all day. There are two pullout drawers under the bed so space is maximized. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Charles w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
room was small but ok for the 2 people. Some confusion about kitchen supplies. Had plates and cups, a bit surprised at no coffee. Did find eating utensils after awhile.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Room was like listing. Clean and had everything need.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at the west end paradise was amazing! the little cottages are in a quiet neighborhood street and its less than 10 min drive to the beach. The place has everything you need for a week stay, super clean and cute place!! absolutely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Weekend

Such a pretty place in a quiet neighborhood. Looking forward to coming back soon. Loved that bikes, beach items were there for us to use. But loved getting up and sitting on the dock looking at the pond with all it's wildlife in the morning. And the short walk to the private beach was just what the doctor ordered.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway Cottage By the Sea

Lovely lovely cottage a short walk to a private beach. Beach gear in the closet (two chairs, an umbrella, and a cooler!). We rode the available bikes to the beach everyday- 3 minute bike ride! Nice lagoon in the back to watch the pretty birds. Room is quaint-just right for 2 people for a 3-day stay! We will for sure be back! (The bed is not comfortable but we made due!!!!) :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sandra Dawson

I love everything about this property .

I love everything about this property .. location, pond and wildlife, easy access to the beach. The room was very clean! The shower looked rather new. However, the blinds are bent and broken and small throw pillow is stained and faded. The door is very hard to open and appears to need some trim work completed. The bed was very noisey and the headboard wobbled. I would not consider this room a 5 star room.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Island Rental on a Budget

Property was very clean. Great location close to Captiva and Sanibel. Bathroom was nice and clean. Only complaints: 1. Beach Parking Pass is ONLY for use on the property’s beach access. I wish this was more clearly stated on the room literature as we found this out the hard way! $150 parking ticket! 2. The bed is awful. Not very comfortable at all. That’s about it. The space is small, like a budget hotel room small. But we didn’t spend a lot of time there. Between the bed and one very uncomfortable chair there was no place in the room to get comfortable for me. 3. The bikes that are supplied are old and not in great working order ( The pedal kept falling off one of them! ) Sanibel/Captiva is a beautiful place. If you’re looking for a 5 Star Resort keep looking. (And there are lots of them on this Island but big $$$$) This is a nice hotel room on a beautiful beach for a reasonable price. I probably wouldn’t choose this again but we did have a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect for our stay on Sanibel. Exceptionally neat and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Justine

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I booked this room for 3 nights but ended up leaving after 1. This is a very small room. The bed is horrible and sleep was impossible. Overall, the extremely small space could be uograded with a small investment (new bed, new window treatments) and you could than call it quaint but as it stands now my suggestion would be to save your money and keep looking.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

BARBARA LEGER

Lived ut.

Lived ut.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

8/10 Good

PHILLIP WALTRIP

Cute place away from the traffic and close to the beach.

Cute place away from the traffic and close to the beach... just what we were looking for! Pleasant and responsive

6/10 Okay

Hilary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

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