Close to Key West Express, The Bay Inn at Lani Kai provides a nightclub, a playground, and laundry facilities. Adventurous travelers may like the fishing at this hotel. Be sure to enjoy happy hour at one of the 3 on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi and 6 bars are available to all guests.
Located in Fort Myers Beach, The Bay Inn at Lani Kai is in the entertainment district and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Bonita Springs Public Beach and Barefoot Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Key West Express.
Hertz Arena and Bay Oaks Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby. Visit our Fort Myers Beach travel guide
1401 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL, 33931
What's nearby
Estero Boulevard Beach
1 min walk - 0.2 km
Lynn Hall Memorial Park
6 min walk - 0.5 km
Bowditch Point Park
3 min drive - 2.4 km
Crescent Beach Family Park
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Times Square
6 min walk - 0.5 km
Getting around
Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW)
38 min drive
Restaurants
The Whale
1 min walk
The Yucatan Beach Stand
7 min walk
License to Chill Bar
4 min walk
Mr. Waves Island Bar
5 min walk
World Famous Lighthouse Tiki Bar
6 min walk
About this property
The Bay Inn at Lani Kai
Hotel near Key West Express
Consider a stay at The Bay Inn at Lani Kai and take advantage of a nightclub, a playground, and laundry facilities. Adventurous travelers may like the fishing at this hotel. Be sure to enjoy happy hour at one of the 3 on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as 6 bars.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
An outdoor pool
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and ATM/banking services
Luggage storage, beach towels, and a front-desk safe
Beach umbrellas and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at The Bay Inn at Lani Kai boast perks such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and microwaves
How much does it cost to stay at The Bay Inn at Lani Kai?
As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bay Inn at Lani Kai on Oct 26, 2026 start from CA $150, excluding 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.
Is The Bay Inn at Lani Kai pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for USD 20 per night. Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at The Bay Inn at Lani Kai?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Bay Inn at Lani Kai?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is The Bay Inn at Lani Kai located?
Situated by the ocean, this hotel is steps from Estero Boulevard Beach and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Key West Express. Crescent Beach Family Park and Lynn Hall Memorial Park are also within 10 minutes.
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Reviews
The Bay Inn at Lani Kai Reviews
7.8
Good
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Location, location, location! It is a great place to be in the action of nightlife and beach fun. We enjoyed being able to stroll the main road and having many choices at the resort. Live music beach side was very fun!
Our stay was pleasant and relaxing. The beach is across the street from the property with easy access. The queen suite was roomy and clean. The restaurant at the main hotel was reasonably priced and the food was great. Overall it was a great stay!
We stayed across the street, but had access to everything the beach front property had. Great views of the canal from our room. Quiet area and great for our family of 4. Pool was clean and great to take a dip in. Island view restaurant was incredible!
Everything was great but the beds and pillows were uncomfortable at the Inn side of the property. And I think the rooms need hooks behind the doors to hang wet towels and clothes . Other then that we had a great time! Staff was friendly, we hit all the restaurants and outside bars. Everyone was great! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Jordan
Mar 18, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean and the staff was very friendly!
Just across the street from the pool and best beach areas. Very nice remodeling job at the Bay Inn % Lani Kai. A couple hundred dollars a day less than some others nearby.
So clean. Best view on the island. Staff was helpful. Check out the Bay Inn across the street. Sister hotel just as nice and a little more budget friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Charlotte
Jun 10, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Your ad shows amenities but was misleading by the pictures. All amenities were across the street at the prime property.
Older property. I liked our room. A few things need maintenance but overall functional and charming place. Staff is very nice and helpful. Overall I liked our stay.
Pro's: Clean, affordable, quiet, updated, comfortable bed, good water pressure, friendly staff.
Con's: Coffee maker (makes weak coffee)
Amenities were right across the street. Unless you book for bay view, expect really, no view. Great place to sleep.
Recommendations: Replace coffee makers with single serve Keurig's
the room we stayed in was newly renovated, it was the building across the street from the beach. i wasn’t aware that there were 2 hotels on the property until we got there- but its okay it was no big deal.
we had an ant problem for the first 3 days out of our stay at the lani kai, we called for room service daily and the ants wouldn’t stop coming back- head of cleaning staff finally caulked up the wall and problem was solved.
only other thing that icked us out was how pricey everything was and that you have to pay for parking and beach chairs daily..
other than that this place was great, roughly 20-25 minutes from all of sanibels good beaches and activities and lovers key state park- also food at the rooftop restaurant is AMAZING and so are the staff!
This was a last-minute booking during a busy holiday weekend, so we were honestly just happy to find a room available. I wasn’t expecting much, but I was pleasantly surprised. The hotel is directly across the street from the Lanai Kai Resort, and you get access to all the resort amenities, which was a huge plus. The room was clean, well kept, updated, and the bed was very comfortable. It wasn’t anything luxurious or fancy, but it had everything we needed for a great weekend stay.
The location was probably the best part. We spent most of our time at the beach and walking around to nearby bars and restaurants. Everything was within walking distance, and we never had to move the car all weekend.
If you’re looking for a clean, convenient, affordable place close to everything, this is a great option for a weekend getaway or staycation. I would definitely recommend it.