Island Inn prides itself on providing guests with all the accommodations one would from Sanibel Island’s most established Inn. Rates for all rooms include daily maid service, free in-room Wi-Fi, use of our private beach, free beach chairs, use of all our game facilities(tennis courts, shuffleboard, horseshoes and picnic/BBQ stations), and use of our heated pool and Sundeck.

All rooms come with flat screen TVs with DVD players, are in VERY close proximity to our private beach bordering the Gulf, are close to our on-site restaurant Traditions on the Beach and all have been recently modernized. See room descriptions below:

Island Inn’s Hotel Rooms & Suites

Island Inn has six types of hotel suites to choose from. All of these accommodations are located in either our Kimball Lodges with its awesome gulfviews, Starky Lodge with its large studio rooms and Matthews Lodge with its great location and updated accommodations. The three lodges are spread around Island Inn’s 10 acre’s and all are within yards of the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

Island Inn’s Cottages & Beach House

Island Inn has five Sanibel Island cottage configurations to choose from! We have cottages ranging in size from 1 bedroom cottages perfect for couples or small families to cottages big enough to accommodate large groups up to eight people. All units are located right on the beach and have been recently updated. 

Our cottages were designed with large rooms, large windows and full kitchens for a wide-open feel, perfect for your group or family. Each cottage is sited a mere stone’s throw from the waters of the Gulf of Mexico. All cottages are professionally maintained by Island Inn – which means no surprises, unless you count the pleasant ones.

 

Guest Testimonials

“Plain and Simple: One of the best places for families”
This was our first trip to Sanibel, and we had struggled with the question of where to stay for months. We wanted a centrally located place, close to the beach, with as many amenities as possible (yes, we wanted it all). However, we also wanted a quiet family friendly place as well since we had 2 young girls. You can see why it took us months to find a place.

After sifting through tripadvisor’s reviews, we settled on Island Inn, and boy, am I glad we did. We stayed at the Matthews Cottage and it was wonderful. Imagine a beautiful quaint home right on the beach. We had daily maid service, and had easy access to the pool and beach.

Stayed April 2012, traveled with family

- TripAdvisor Review
Date of review: April 16, 2012

“This place is awesome!!”
The staff is great, rooms are updated and spotless. We are stayed in the kimball lodge. It has a queen bed with a kitchen suite. The room also has two flat screen tv’s, tiled floor, and a very comfortable bed. Having a daily maid service is a huge plus. What i really love about this place is that it is laid back and quiet. My wife and i felt like we were the only people here. We had dinner at the onsite restaurant and it was pretty good. The live music is actually nice and they have a dance floor too. The grounds are open and in good shape and you can tell they are trying to update the place. One recommendation would be to update the main entrance of the kimball lodge, it is not very inviting and looked very dated. Also updating the grills is a must. I get a kick out of some of the other reviews who base their stay on the Continental breakfast. The breakfast is fine and if you don’t like it go out to breakfast. We have stayed at two other places in sanibel and we mark this #1. Overall this place is a great value and has many perks. We will be back! Also if you want a really good dinner go to the Mad Hatter(simply amazing).

Stayed April 2012, traveled as a couple

- TripAdvisor Review
Date of review: April 12, 2012

“This review is long overdue- What a Steal!!!”
We stayed here last Thanksgiving and just loved it!! Stayed at the Kimball Lodge in a Deluxe Kitchen Suite which was wonderfully appointed. It was a full kitchen plus the room had a large bathroom with two sinks/vanities for added comfort. We had two large queen beds and a huge terrace overlooking the Gulf. Sunsets were amazing. Th ecomplex boasts one of teh bext restaurants on the island, Traditions On The Beach. This place was SPECTACULAR. A throwback to a supper club with fantastic food.

The grounds are well-maintained, the pool was heated although we never got in. They had very comfortable chaise lounges that you just drag out to the beach. Plus, unlike other “cottage”‘ like accomodations in Sanibel, you get daily maid service and daily fresh towels here. For the price, you can’t find a better value in Sanibel.

The front office staff and reservations agents also are very helpful and caring.

We loved it so much we booked Memorial Day and are going back for Thanksgiving as well.

Stayed November 2011, traveled as a couple

- TripAdvisor Review
Date of review: April 7, 2012

“The best beach hotel on Sanibel was a great stay.”
Loved the location, great staff, comfortable rooms & the best beach on Sanibel. The restaurant on site was truly one of the best places to eat. Had a relaxing stay & will go back ASAP. Would recommend this Old Florida inn to anyone.

Stayed February 2012

- TripAdvisor Review
Date of review: March 3, 2012

“Great Place!!!”
This was a wonderful place to stay, right on the beach with beutiful views of the sunrise and sunset! We stayed in a cottage that was very clean and spacious with screened in porch and kitchen equipped with everything you need. We had a really wonderful time and we highly reccomend it!

Stayed November 2011, traveled as a couple

- TripAdvisor Review
Date of review: March 1, 2012

“Perfect! A Gem!”
Stayed here Christmas vacation ’11. On a crowded island, it was an oasis. Peaceful, beautiful, great bit of beach, well-kept rooms, friendly & responsive staff and nice restaurant with decent food. A true gem. Perfect for us as we escaped the hustle-bustle of a northeast Christmas. Not a big resort place, but has everything you would want for both couples & families who know how to entertain themselves. The island has the rest within easy drive (or bike ride). Stayed in Matthews Lodge, 2nd floor with beautiful sunset views. Found them online and called for rather last-minute reservation in late Nov.; they were friendly & gave great advice. I’d recommend them to anyone (but would actually rather keep this place all to ourselves.)

Stayed December 2011, traveled with family

- TripAdvisor Review
Date of review: February 16, 2012

“Recommend the Island Inn on Sanibel very highly.”
We’ve been to Island Inn on Sanibel several times. Its been wonderful each time. The rooms are classy, clean, and kitchen equipped. Its close to so many places we like to go, and now with the Traditions restaurant being re-vamped, the on grounds dinner was amazing.
Can’t beat the Island Inn!

Stayed February 2012, traveled with family

- TripAdvisor Review
Date of review: February 16, 2012

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