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Sunset Beach Inn

Beachfront comfort, an outdoor tennis court

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Front of property
Breakfast area
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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3287 West Gulf Drive, Sanibel, FL, 33957
  • Place, Sanibel Island Southern Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Periwinkle Way
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bowman's Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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1 King Bed

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Number of living rooms
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About the area

Sanibel

Located on a private beach, Sunset Beach Inn is in West End, a neighbourhood in Sanibel. Key West Express and Sanibel Island Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Dunes Golf and Tennis Club or FastTrax Fort Myers. Snorkelling, parasailing and windsurfing 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

  • J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Periwinkle Way - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Bowman's Beach - 14 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rosalita’s Cantina Sanibel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cheeburger Cheeburger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sanibel Bean - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Sunset Beach Inn

Beachfront comfort, an outdoor tennis court
At Sunset Beach Inn, relax by an outdoor pool or hit the private beach where you can enjoy kayaking.
Sunset Beach Inn offers 46 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Sanibel hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

A private beach, an outdoor tennis court and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor pool.

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

Amenities

On private beach
Pool
Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant

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 20.70 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels
  • Newspaper
  • Pool access

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

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does Sunset Beach Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Is Sunset Beach Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Sunset Beach Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunset Beach Inn?

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

What time is check-out at Sunset Beach Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Sunset Beach Inn located?

Nestled on the beach, this West End hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Periwinkle Way. Gulfside City Park and Schoolhouse Gallery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

Sunset Beach Inn Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 364 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 391 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Johnell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Francine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, just steps from the beach Chairs and umbrellas available, As are bikes, kayaks, paddle boards Short drive to wonderful local restaurants, And a kitchenette as well! Perfect!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie l.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful experience. The facility was clean and we love that it was only steps to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Sheila, springfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overall, we had a very good stay. The rooms are outdated and need to be updated but everything else was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Enjoyable

We enjoyed our stay very much . We loved being so close to the beautiful beach. The room was a bit outdated but very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Alfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was an OK place to stay. A bit older, but everything was fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would go back again and again. Staff friendly. Very clean. Loved the easy room keys. Just all around wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel is right on the beach. The property is well maintained, clean and convenient to all that is on Sanibel Island. We have visited Sunset Beach off and on for about 25 years, ans it is consistently excellent for anyone wanting a quiet time at one of the best beaches in the USA. . . especially if you love shelling!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
quiet and eco friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Stefanie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely pool and beach. Outdated room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Xiomara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time. Right in front of the beach. My loved it. Good breakfast, free paddle board, kayaks, and bikes. Relaxing, confortable, and quiet. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had lots of sports available on property. Small size of hotel made it more personal. Equipment in good shape and enough any time we had the urge. Short bike ride to Ding Darling preserve. Excellent staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Great Place Right on the Beach

Our room had a partial gulf view and was extremely clean and spacious. We did have an issue with the A/C and Enoc, at the front desk, had it immediately repaired. Both Enoc and Anvar were super friendly and efficient and took care of our every need to have a pleasant stay. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Perfect location

Beautiful location with private beach and pool. Staff was welcoming and friendly. Our room had ocean view and could see the sunrise and the beach was perfect for sunsets and shelling. Rooms could use some updating and room renovations were underway. Overall, comfortable and clean. Daily free breakfasts had a variety of options to choose from including non- dairy milks and healthier options.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Friendly, Peaceful, Beautiful!

Our 6th trip to Sanibel, first time in Sunset Beach Inn, very comfortable and peaceful! Great view of the lovely pool and the ocean from our 2nd story room. Room was large and open, kitchenette basic & just all we needed. King bed comfortable. Lots of friendly assistance from the Innkeeper, Anvar Ruziev, and Leslie. Parking a bit challenging as just barely enough spaces for all guests, but we managed, thanks to the turnaround space right at the end by the beach. Location mid-island was convenient to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yusmary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean up the garbage tanks a bit
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed at all 3 sanibel inn sister hotels (sanibel inn, song of the sea, sunset beach) loved all of them but sunset beach inn but nice and quiet and a little more private. Rooms were clean and cozy. Located right on the beach! Beautiful view of the ocean. Pool was big and always perfect temp. Maids were AMAZING— they literally did our dishes one day during normal housekeeping. Breakfast was simple grab n go stuff like pastries and cereal. Rode bikes several nights and even saw a wild gator. It was a great baby moon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Alfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was okay. Not on time on scheduled set up of beach umbrellas.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room where we stayed was great, clean and roomy. Great access to the beach, the pool and paddle boards were great. They have breakfast which is included and that's a plus. The staff was great. The housekeeping maids were a bit hard to communicate with since some didnt speak english and it worked out. The only thing i would like to see is some effort to recycle. I know a lot of businesses dont recycle but it's ironic they dont when the beach is next to them. Otherwise, this is a great place ;)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

charlie

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hot, Hot, Hot

We stayed 4 days and 3 nights yes the place is run down needs improvements i can deal with that....i cant deal with a/c not working properly warm in room the entire stay told front desk maintenance came said it was fine. We slept on top of the covers in just t shirts it was warm in room, rust in fridge, housekeeping was great with service and towels ready. Even after multiple complaints about a/c nothing was done beds weren't the greatest either. I always come back to sanibel every year for the last 4 years stay somewhere different every time i dont recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location was very good. The only issue was with the AC in one room it was set at 60 and was still blowing warmer than the unit in the living room. The front was very attentive and sent a repair person. He showed up when we were not there and told one of my kids "It is a new unit, and is working as expected" then left. The unit ABSOLUTELY was not new! The front desk people gabe us 2 fans for the room for our last night there. They helpwd some.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shane

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

10/10 Excellent

Mariela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Este hotel nos encantó, muy buena atención. Las habitaciones muy limpias. Y lo mejor que tiene es la playa y la piscina bien cerca. Lo queremos repetir pronto.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Philip

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Reserved a king bed. We were given a room with 2 queens after complaining we were given a king. There was NO internet service during our stay. First told that lightening had hit the antenna then a bird flew into the receiver... At checkout the staff could NOT print a receipt nor even tell me the total charge. 3 days later still no receipt in our e-mail. That being said we had an enjoyable stay. Short walk to the beach. Enjoyed the pool. Would have appreciated more information about things to do on the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022