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 ![Morning Show At Sanibel Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976194887/b78d16d3-023d-46d4-96bc-e33e08ecbee7.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](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) ![Sanibel Bayous](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) ![Sanibel Island Lighthouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123905/4ca6a8bf-bcd7-4194-afd1-f40b40c7afaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sanibel Island Lighthouse You can find out about the history of Sanibel when you stop by Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Sanibel-Island-Lighthouse-Sanibel.d6123905.Vacation-Attraction) ![Periwinkle Way](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6298863/ce898fdd-7ebf-4f44-9e80-60e95ba58831.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Periwinkle Way The island’s spine is also its commercial hub. Drive or bike the road’s length to find attractions and discover many stores and restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Periwinkle-Way-Sanibel.d6298863.Vacation-Attraction) ![J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123903/1af50fa6-38dc-4276-a6dd-5b04d07f72ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge See almost anything that flies, swims or crawls in Florida in this protected area. Become acquainted with wildlife while learning about varied species. [](https://expedia.ca/J-N-Ding-Darling-National-Wildlife-Refuge-Sanibel.d6123903.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Fort Myers Beach Dolphin & Sightseeing Tour Refreshments Included](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46963437/c5bc1320-b89a-4452-88cb-5c3ef3c0f7e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fort Myers Beach Dolphin & Sightseeing Tour Refreshments Included CA $84 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/fort-myers-beach-dolphin-sightseeing-tour-refreshments-included.a46963437.activity-details) ![Dolphin Wildlife Cruise Fort Myers Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49515597/b952f68d-226a-45aa-8284-3cd6d956a450.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dolphin Wildlife Cruise Fort Myers Beach CA $87 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/dolphin-wildlife-cruise-fort-myers-beach.a49515597.activity-details) ![Guided Kayak Eco Tour - Bunche Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2599835/6002e916-0050-474a-aff5-9e07f6d77863.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) [See all activities in Sanibel](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Sanibel.d9791.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## West End Hotel Deals ![Shalimar Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117460000/117456000/117455909/055a7963_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shalimar Beach Resort 2823 W Gulf Dr Sanibel FL CA $696 CA $776 total Apr 20 - Apr 21 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 - ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews) Loved this property! Everything was perfect! Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F04%2F2026&endDate=21%2F04%2F2026&selected=117455909&PinnedHotelID=117455909&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=977664051587067904) ![Island Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1510000/1509800/1509747/68a9f174_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Island Inn 3111 W Gulf Dr Sanibel FL CA $738 CA $823 total Apr 14 - Apr 15 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! (1,132 reviews) The room was very clean and fresh. The view was awesome. The staff was great! All of our needs were met. Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F04%2F2026&endDate=15%2F04%2F2026&selected=1509747&PinnedHotelID=1509747&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=977664051587067904) ![Rare Walkout Condo On Sanibel Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18970000/18969300/18969272/7b8991e7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rare Walkout Condo On Sanibel Beach Sanibel FL Book a stay at this beach condo in Sanibel. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Bailey - ... 10/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews) We loved our stay here! Close to the beach, great little pool, and one of the most updated and best stocked (with essentials, including beach towels and toys!) rentals we have stayed in. Would absolutely return! 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Getting out to the beach was SO EASY and so close-by! The unit was really nice, although the front door tended to jam and there were only 3 teaspoons! The unit was super clean and our ... Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F04%2F2026&endDate=21%2F04%2F2026&selected=106878675&PinnedHotelID=106878675&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=977664051587067904) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F04%2F2026&endDate=21%2F04%2F2026&selected=106878675&PinnedHotelID=106878675&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=977664051587067904) ![Blind Pass Condos at Bowman's Beach F108 on beautiful Sanibel Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29640000/29631000/29630910/w1086h721x0y3-e5c0bc94_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Blind Pass Condos at Bowman's Beach F108 on beautiful Sanibel Island Sanibel Island FL Stay at this condo in Sanibel. Enjoy tennis courts, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Sanibel Island Southern Beach ... 5/10 (2 reviews) Very dirty Great area. Condo itself was fine as far as dishes, appliances, beach items for use and linens but the house keeping was horrid. Toothpaste on the sinks, rugs hadn’t been vacuumed, showers were quite moldy, cobwebs, comforters and shams were noticeably dirty. I had to wash them along with all extra ... 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