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Kimball Lodge
Kimball Lodge is one of three hotel-style buildings on our historic beachfront property.
Newly renovated, Kimball offers Island Inn visitors 3 different room types to fit your needs:
Starky Lodge
Starky Lodge’s extra large rooms include a full, eat-in style kitchen and a large screened balcony with views of the Gulf.
With two queen beds and a queen sofa bed, your room comfortably accommodates up to six guests.
Spoonbill Gulf Front Cottage
Spoonbill Gulf Front Cottage is one of seven different cottages on the 10-acre Island Inn property. Come and relax with us!
All of our cottages are fully equipped, whether you would like to nestle up in a hideaway or have your own private beachfront base for your island adventures.
Mathews Beachfront Cottage
Matthews Beachfront Cottage is one of seven different cottages on the 10-acre Island Inn property. Come and relax with us!
All of our cottages are fully equipped, whether you would like to nestle up in a hideaway or have your own private beachfront base for your island adventures.
Zeeryp Beach House
Zeeryp Beach House is one of seven different cottages on the 10-acre Island Inn property. Come and relax with us! All of our cottages are fully equipped, whether you would like to nestle up in a hideaway or have your own private beachfront base for your island adventures.
Matthews Lodge
Opened in 2018, Matthews Lodge is the newest and most luxurious of the three hotel style buildings on our historic beachfront property.
Named for the Matthews Family, founders of the Island Inn in 1895, the lodge's Gulfview Luxury Suites offer an elevated level of comfort and modernization guests are sure to enjoy.(click links below to view rooms):
Phister Gulfview Cottage
Phister Gulfview Cottage is one of seven different cottages on the 10-acre Island Inn property. Come and relax with us!
All of our cottages are fully equipped, whether you would like to nestle up in a hideaway or have your own private beachfront base for your island adventures.
Traditions on the Beach
Traditions on the Beach restaurant, bar and lounge overlooks the Gulf of Mexico serving casual fine dining to guests and residents alike. Dinner starts at 5:00 pm and offers a full menu including a wonderful selection of local seafood and nightly specials. The atmosphere and dress is casual.
Library, Lounge & Guest Computers
Whether looking to admire the Gulf front Sanibel views or write postcards to the less-fortunate back home, Island Inn offers an array of comfortable sitting areas as well as the ability to print boarding passes.
Complete with an inviting layout, fireplace, flatscreen HD TV’s, computers, the Florida Room, and library are popular hangouts for many guests.
Do a puzzle with the kids or grab a book from our collection and head out to lie beneath the shade of the seagrape trees – there’s something for everyone at the Island Inn.
Office & Bike Rental
Spend less time packing and more time relaxing! No need to squeeze another thing into your car! As soon as you step foot into our reception area and are greeted by our smiling staff, you'll discover the beauty of Old Florida charm. Island Inn offers rentals of bikes for adults and children. Choose from our great selection and immidatly start exploring the island. With more than 26 miles of designated bike paths, Sanibel Island will satisfy your cycling and vacation needs.
Heated & Cooled Pool
Our beachfront pool is kept at a perfect 86 degrees year round for our guests, ensuring your comfort and enjoyment no matter when you visit Sanibel Island!
Tennis Courts
Feel like a little exercise? Want to practice your backhand? Need something less strenuous? Island Inn offers many on-property activities...read more
Shuffleboard Courts, Horseshoes & BBQ Grills
Two shuffleboard courts by the Gulf’s edge let you play and enjoy the scenery at the same time. Two state of the art horseshoe pits, practically on the beach. And, three commercial grade BBQ grills scattered throughout the property, providing a perfect venue for Gulf front cookouts and gatherings.
Sandpiper and Seagrape Beachview Cottage
Sandpiper and Seagrape Beachview Cottages are two of the seven different cottages on the 10-acre Island Inn property. Come and relax with us!
All of our cottages are fully equipped, whether you would like to nestle up in a hideaway or have your own private beachfront base for your island adventures.
Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals
The Island Inn now has onsite kayak and stand-up paddleboards available to rent, directly from our beach! Drift along the shore while experiencing the warm waters and beautiful views of Southwest Florida. Visit the front desk for more information on rentals and other Sanibel Island things to do!... read more
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