Title: Visit West End: Best of West End, Sanibel Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in West End](https://expedia.ca/West-End-Hotels.d977664051587067904.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Sanibel](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Sanibel.d9791.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Sanibel](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Sanibel.d9791.Travel-Guide-Activities)[West End Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-West-End.d977664051587067904.Car-Rental-Guide)[West End Vacations](https://expedia.ca/West-End.d977664051587067904.Destination-Travel-Guides) # West End ## Sanibel ## Visit West End Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Sanibel travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Sanibel.dx9791) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Seashells on Sanibel Island, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976194887/1681d0fb-bad0-43e3-9dad-05ad6264d3a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sanibel Island Southern Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel? [](https://expedia.ca/Sanibel-Island-Southern-Beach-Fort-Myers.d553248635976194887.Vacation-Attraction) ![Bowman\'s Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6296151/4495298b-a31a-40fc-a275-ded1cba6e62a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bowman's Beach Relax and revel in a visit to one of the area’s most beautiful beaches, great for swimming, fishing and finding special seashells. [](https://expedia.ca/Bowmans-Beach-West-End.d6296151.Vacation-Attraction) ![It’s not everyday you see dolphins inside Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge! These two made their way through a culvert. It reportedly has been at least 15 years since any were spotted this close to the road.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9791/7b756e94-d6f4-4afc-91f2-72603b2b245c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sanibel Bayous Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sanibel Bayous during your travels in Sanibel. [](https://expedia.ca/Sanibel-Bayous-Fort-Myers.d553248635976194214.Vacation-Attraction) #### Blind Pass Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Blind Pass Beach during your trip to Wulfert? [](https://expedia.ca/Blind-Pass-Beach-Fort-Myers.d553248635976197711.Vacation-Attraction) #### JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge Find out about the history of Sanibel when you spend time at JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/JN-Ding-Darling-National-Wildlife-Refuge-Sanibel.d553248621533115708.Vacation-Attraction) #### Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum in Sanibel. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Bailey-Matthews-Shell-Museum-Sanibel.d6123901.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Copacetic Day Sail](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3146061/ce46a7d1-6271-4a2e-9229-41a28a522002.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Copacetic Day Sail CA $96 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/copacetic-day-sail.a3146061.activity-details) ![Fort Myers Beach: Adults only BYOB Tiki Pub Daytime Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47979072/6e9ee73a-5c48-4bd8-98b3-22dd86a327e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fort Myers Beach: Tiki Pub Fun In The Sun Dolphin Cruise CA $89 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/fort-myers-beach-tiki-pub-fun-in-the-sun-dolphin-cruise.a47979072.activity-details) ![Dolphin and Sightseeing Tiki Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46963437/b9695ee5-1948-4f45-9a2c-697f0e0f2655.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fort Myers Beach Dolphin & Sightseeing Tour Refreshments Included CA $89 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/fort-myers-beach-dolphin-sightseeing-tour-refreshments-included.a46963437.activity-details) ![Kayaking Rock Creek in the Bunche Beach Preserve](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2599835/df2b31b4-45e3-4e6d-bcdf-fac67a52c2a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Kayak Eco Tour - Bunche Beach CA $96 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-kayak-eco-tour-bunche-beach.a2599835.activity-details) ![Dolphin and Shelling Cruise Tour at Fort Myers Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49522711/85d562e9-082d-4b19-adbc-8671083e1e25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dolphin and Shelling Cruise Tour at Fort Myers Beach CA $102 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/dolphin-and-shelling-cruise-tour-at-fort-myers-beach.a49522711.activity-details) ![Ft Myers Beach Tiki Pub Fun in the Sun Dolphin Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47153143/06bbabd1-82a1-4de2-bf45-a625ef00b5dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ft Myers Beach Tiki Pub Fun in the Sun Dolphin Cruise CA $82 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/ft-myers-beach-tiki-pub-fun-in-the-sun-dolphin-cruise.a47153143.activity-details) [See all activities in Sanibel](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Sanibel.d9791.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## West End Hotel Deals ![Island Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1510000/1509800/1509747/57dffb5c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Island Inn 3111 W Gulf Dr Sanibel FL CA $429 CA $478 total Jan 22 - Jan 23 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Sanibel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,121 reviews) We stayed at Island Inn on Sanibel Island for 2 nights just before Christmas when it was not so busy. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The room is nice and cozy, with a fully functional kitchen and spacious bathroom We love the beachfront location, very convenient for the family. Free beach chairs, ... Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F01%2F2026&endDate=23%2F01%2F2026&selected=1509747&PinnedHotelID=1509747&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=977664051587067904) ![Shalimar Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117460000/117456000/117455909/55a3c30c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shalimar Beach Resort 2823 W Gulf Dr Sanibel FL CA $436 CA $486 total Jan 18 - Jan 19 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Sanibel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Bailey - ... 10/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews) The accommodations were top notch. Very clean and comfortable. The garden was was in excellent condition. The pool was sparkling and warm. The beach was beautiful. Conveniently located to everything. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=117455909&PinnedHotelID=117455909&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=977664051587067904) ![Lani Kai Beachfront Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/440000/438800/438796/b5b17142_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lani Kai Beachfront Resort 1400 Estero Blvd Fort Myers Beach FL CA $255 CA $316 total Jan 20 - Jan 21 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Fort Myers Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Key West Express and Crescent ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,102 reviews) Staff was great! Location and amenities were excellent. Food was also very, very good. The small issues we had seemed to stem from hurrying to reopen. Some fixtures were not great, trying to get restock of room supplies was difficult, one of 2 elevators out of order. All small things considering ... Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F01%2F2026&endDate=21%2F01%2F2026&selected=438796&PinnedHotelID=438796&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=977664051587067904) ![Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3100/3079/ac9a3a07_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa 17260 Harbour Pointe Dr Fort Myers FL CA $519 CA $613 total Jan 15 - Jan 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this spa resort in Fort Myers. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) Staff was very nice. A problem we had was their were 4 of us in the room and trying to get 4 towels and washcloths was a hard task, also coffee in room. Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F01%2F2026&endDate=16%2F01%2F2026&selected=3079&PinnedHotelID=3079&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=977664051587067904) ![Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26900/26860/ab39b98c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG 1538 Cape Coral Pkwy E Cape Coral FL CA $224 CA $249 total Jan 18 - Jan 19 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cape Coral. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,154 reviews) Great staff!!! Mary Jane is the best!!!! Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=26860&PinnedHotelID=26860&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=977664051587067904) ![Sanibel Island Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17300000/17298900/17298818/w2247h1500x326y0-2ea06bb5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sanibel Island Beach Resort 1231 Middle Gulf Dr Sanibel FL CA $359 CA $435 total Jan 25 - Jan 26 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Sanibel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! 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N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge. [](https://expedia.ca/Sanibel-Gulf-Shores.dx553248635976479667) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Chateaux Sur Mer Though Chateaux Sur Mer might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge. [](https://expedia.ca/Sanibel-Chateaux-Sur-Mer.dx553248635976472800) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gulf Pines While Gulf Pines isn't home to many top sights, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach are some notable places to visit nearby. 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