Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Sanibel travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sanibel

With a population of 6,469, Sanibel is a must-see destination in Florida, United States.

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Where to Eat in Sanibel

If you’re looking for affordable options, Il Tesoro-Sanibel (751 Tarpon Bay Road) and Crow's Nest Steakhouse (15951 Captiva Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Sanibel

Sanibel in April
Estimated hotel price
S$ 211
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sanibel in April
Estimated hotel price
S$ 211
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Sanibel

Plane

Although Sanibel doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to SW Florida Intl Airport (RSW), which is located 28 km from Sanibel.

Car

Another option to get to Sanibel is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 241 km from Sanibel. You’ll find branches of Europcar and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Orlando.

Plane

Although Sanibel doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to SW Florida Intl Airport (RSW), which is located 28 km from Sanibel.

Car

Another option to get to Sanibel is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 241 km from Sanibel. You’ll find branches of Europcar and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Sanibel

SRQSarasota Bradenton Intl
RSWFort Myers SW Florida Intl
PGDPunta Gorda

Airlines serving Sanibel

Lufthansa
Good (7,192 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,370 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,098 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,652 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,958 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,893 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,467 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (806 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,843 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,288 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,591 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,413 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,685 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,093 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,362 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,312 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,912 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,322 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Sanibel

Most booked hotels in Sanibel

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Tarpon Tale Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 290+
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Sanibel Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 546+
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Island Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
S$ 392+
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Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 522+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Myers Beach/Sanibel Gateway
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 141+
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Pink Shell Beach Resort And Marina
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 392+
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Hiring a car in Sanibel

Expect to pay S$ 1.19 per litre in Sanibel (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 14.28 and S$ 19.03.

Expect to pay S$ 1.19 per litre in Sanibel (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 14.28 and S$ 19.03.

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