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Song of the Sea

Beachfront, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Room
Breakfast area
Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Hot tub

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863 E Gulf Dr, Sanibel, FL, 33957
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Sanibel Island Northern Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Sanibel

Located in Sanibel, Song of the Sea is next to a golf course and on a private beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sanibel Island Southern Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, while Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater and Sanibel Historical Village and Museum are cultural highlights. Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking, snorkelling and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

What's nearby

  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Periwinkle Way - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Sanibel Island Northern Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Turtles Tiki Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪MudBugs Cajun Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cheeburger Cheeburger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wickies Lighthouse Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Song of the Sea

Beachfront, with outdoor pool
Guests of this beach hotel will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as Access to hot tub or barbecue grills.
Song of the Sea offers 30 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Kitchenettes offer fridges, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary weekday newspapers and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

A private beach, an outdoor tennis court and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. An outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

On private beach
Pool
Hot tub
Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11 AM
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 39.03 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach towels
  • Bicycle storage
  • Newspaper

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

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Song of the Sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Song of the Sea pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Song of the Sea?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Song of the Sea?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Song of the Sea?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Song of the Sea located?

Located in Sanibel, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course and within a 10-minute walk of Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Causeway Islands Beaches and Bailey's Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Song of the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 8 - Good. 326 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1001 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marnie M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The customer service was excellent and the property had great amenities such as bikes, kayaks, paddle boards and a Tiki Bar with great food. The rooms were very simple (could use some more decor)but very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the proximity to the beach. I would have liked more restaurants within walking distance. The rooms were decent and clean, but the beds were a bit uncomfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Decent place for the price

Great experience overall, good amenities but most were with the sister property located next store, not a big deal to walk over and check out a bike or kayak. Being next to the pool was a little loud at night, well some nights but most guests were respectful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

RUKAM

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price for this hotel is really high for the room they provide. Very very old.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Michael, Wentzville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and the staff friendly and helpful. My ONE BIG SUGGESTION is that you guys better get some anti-slip mats in the showers. They're VERY slick when wet and someone's gonna slip and sue the daylights out of you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jigisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was perfect for a family vacation and had all of the extras we wanted (free breakfast, a kitchenette, free water sports, free bikes, 2 very nice pools and more). There were a few small things that we would have appreciated - a deadbolt or chain on the door (my 2 year old was able to walk out if we weren’t paying attention 24/7), a line to hang wet clothes in the bathroom or balcony, and wish the property sprayed for bugs better because the noseeums were vicious and we were completely bit up by the end of the trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bathroom was a 2x2. Two people could not be in at the same time. Very very dated. Needs a complete renovation. Would not recommend at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Adil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Song of the Sea. Going to the beach was so easy and there were plenty of chairs and umbrellas for us. Also the beaches were not super crowded, it felt very peaceful. All the amenities ensured that we had something to do during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

ANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Relatively small property, more like a glorified motel than a true resort. Room was clean, bed comfortable, but furniture/facilities a little worn. Kind of expected more for the cost. Staff was very friendly and professional, and having a light breakfast (cereals, yogurt, fresh fruit, waffle maker) was nice as we only needed to go out for dinners.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent staff, quiet and peaceful, the only minor thing is that the beach lounges could be updated, old and some broken
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Sandra

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is ok. The internet was down for a couple of days. The stove in the room didn't work. The furniture on the patio is very outdated. There was not enough umbrellas on beach to sit under. People were allowed to put their towels on the beach chairs and leave them for hours.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Vince

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a relaxing place to stay. Continental breakfast was offered a good variety of choices and they never ran out of anything. On the minus side, there seemed to be too few beach chairs and umbrellas for the resort. We had to go to the resort next door for umbrellas. Also, the hotel's policy of collecting all of the chairs and umbrellas at 6:00pm was disappointing as there was at least another good hour of beach time available.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the resort. Great pool, incredible beachfront. Very quiet with sort of old world Florida rooms, which we prefer to modern and busy. Beach cruiser bikes were always available and the breakfasts were lovely. Bonus: REALLY good coffee. Seriously. Our only complaint was housekeeping only happens every third day. We could have better handled every other day. (Housekeeping staff was lovely, it's just a resort mandate.) Overall, we loved it. It was a perfect laid-back couple's retreat and we wished we'd booked a longer stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Diann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In my opinion the only 2 negative points I have are the premises needs updating for sure, but it is clean, safe and accommodating. Then I feel breakfast should be available a little bit earlier.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Michelle

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory Louis

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Liked the proximity to the beach, the morning breakfast on the patio, the ready access to the restaurant next door. Also liked the availability of kayaks and bikes. No major dislikes. Room had nice view of the ocean from the balcony. Interior of room was very average.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about Song of the Sea and its sister property, Sanibel Inn. Beautiful beach, pool and garden areas, great continental breakfast and super friendly staff. Dante's next door had delicious pizza and the tiki bar was a great place for a quick bite and drink. If you're looking for a quiet place to relax and get away from at all, Song of the Sea is the best!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022