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Sunshine Island Inn - Adults only

★★ 642 East Gulf Drive, Sanibel, US

9.5 guest rating· 283 reviews

About this hotel

Charming Accommodation in Sanibel

Convenient Location : Situated in Sanibel, just steps away from Gulfside Beach and close to Sanibel Chamber of Commerce, Sunshine Island Inn offers a prime location for your stay.

Relaxing Amenities : Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and barbecue facilities, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring the island. The air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private bathrooms ensure a comfortable stay.

Cozy Rooms with Views : Some rooms feature a patio with pool views, and all rooms are equipped with modern amenities including a flat-screen TV and, in select rooms, a convenient kitchenette.

Experience the charm of Sanibel at Sunshine Island Inn - book your stay now for a memorable island getaway!

Rooms & rates

King Studio

Sleeps 2 · 19 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Castaway

Sleeps 1 · 18 m² · Single bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Coquina Cottage

Sleeps 4 · 28 m² · 2× Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Lighthouse Suite

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Banyan

Sleeps 2 · 46 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Tropical Paradise

Sleeps 2 · 42 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Palm Cottage

Sleeps 2 · 37 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Fence around pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Free Parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Beach
  • Private beach area
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Adult only
  • BBQ facilities
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Outdoor furniture
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  • Picnic area
  • Shallow end
  • Smoke alarms
  • Sun umbrellas

Location

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642 East Gulf Drive, Sanibel, US

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say9.5283 reviews

+ Clean and spacious rooms+ Friendly and accommodating ownerDampness in some roomsBeach access path needed improvement
Cleanliness8.7
Service10.0
Location9.7
Room Quality9.2
Amenities9.7
Value for Money9.6

Excellent

10.0

Clean and pool

Jose · US · 2026-07-20

See above

10.0

Clean, quiet, convenient location and staff was easily accessible.

No complaints we will be back!

Arlindo · US · 2026-07-06

This was an excellent property and can wait to go back and visit again soon!!!

10.0

It was nice and quiet with great beach access.

It was small and not over crowded.

Bryan · US · 2026-06-30

Guest review

10.0

Short walk to beach. Room was so comfortable and neat.

Lang · US · 2026-06-28

Guest review

10.0

Quiet, clean and relaxing

Addition of a full length mirror and kleenex would be helpful.

Teresa · US · 2026-06-18

Guest review

9.0

Es war unser zweiter Aufenthalt im Sunshine Inn und wir wollen wieder hin. Kleine, tolle Unterkunft mit 5 min zu Fuss zum Strand, Beach Trolly, Sonnenschirme und Beach-Stühle stehen kostenfrei zur Verfügung. Tolle, ruhige, gechillte Unterkunft.

Susanne · CH · 2026-06-03

Good to know

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children are not allowed.

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Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).