Sunshine Island Inn
642 East Gulf Drive
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Why people book this hotel
“Close to beach, very quiet”
“Room good sized, comfortable bed, nice kitchenette, indoor and outdoor seating, …”
“Inn was stocked with all you could wish for-bbq area, Mozzie spray, beach chairs…”
“Sunshine Inn was comfortable, well equipped, relaxed and overall a great place t…”
“Clean, comfortable and spacious, great facilities”
“Spotlessly clean could not ask for more”
“Lovely pool, lounging chairs, beach towels”
“The pool and deck was just outside the unit which was so nice”
“I almost hesitated to give a review in the event too many people find this lovel…”
“Receptionist very welcoming and friendly”
“close to the beach had beach equipment available to take with us quiet great sho…”
Overview
Set in Sanibel, within 200 metres of Gulfside Beach and 1.8 km of Sanibel Chamber of Commerce, Sunshine Island Inn offers accommodation with barbecue facilities and as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the 2-star inn has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Some units at the property feature a patio with pool view. All guest rooms in the inn are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms also offer a kitchenette with a stovetop. At Sunshine Island Inn all rooms include bed linen and towels. Sanibel Lighthouse is 2.5 km from the accommodation, while Bailey Matthews Shell Museum is 7.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Southwest Florida International Airport, 38 km from Sunshine Island Inn.
Traveller reviews
Julie
couple
May 18, 2026
“Great second stay, beautiful place, spacious comfortable room, fantastic beach access would definitely recommend”
Clean, comfortable and spacious, great facilities. Close to beach, very quiet
Duane
couple
January 15, 2026
“Nice accommodations but needs staffing to back it up.”
Room good sized, comfortable bed, nice kitchenette, indoor and outdoor seating, quiet neighbourhood, shelling sink and supplies, laundry, beach chairs.
A-non
family_with_children
October 29, 2025
“Absolutely fabulous. HIGHLY recommend you visit”
Area was very pretty. 15 minute walk to the Marina and Grandma Dots. Safe area, lots of nature to admire. Inn was stocked with all you could wish for-bbq area, Mozzie spray, beach chairs with your room name on them, ample parking & 2 minute walk to beach. Lovely pool, lounging chairs, beach towels.
Simone
couple
March 2, 2025
“Excellent Stay”
Sunshine Inn was comfortable, well equipped, relaxed and overall a great place to stay. Loved the laundry facilities, the location it was for us 5 star. Spotlessly clean could not ask for more. We would return.
Stephanie
couple
November 24, 2024
“Sunshine Island Indeed!”
What a fantastic gem! I almost hesitated to give a review in the event too many people find this lovely spot, but the owners, staff, and spot deserve a beaming review. We loved the layout, care taken with decor and functionality of the unit, and the closeness to a private beach! The pool and deck was just outside the unit which was so nice. They also provide everything you need for the beach and many of the basic tools/toiletries needed in the kitchen and bathroom, which is ideal for anyone flying in like ourselves. We also loved the care taken by everyone there.. we felt very welcome, and that we could contact them anytime if needed. They've been working so hard to restore the inn after the hurricane this October, and we can confidently say they've done a fabulous job. We would love to return one day soon! Definitely an ideal stay for anyone looking for a true island/beach getaway with the comforts of home.
Julie
couple
July 4, 2024
“Amazing stay in fantastic accommodation on a beautiful island !”
Beautiful inside and out, very spacious, beach chairs, towels and umbrellas available for use, welcome gift of shells inside, facilities amazing would highly recommend, can’t wait to return
Colaqueen
couple
February 15, 2024
Clean room, nice and small property, quiet position, ideal if you do not like large crowds, lovely warm pool, extras such as beach chairs, umbrellas and a buggy to transport to the beach. Lovely bed linen and comfy pillows. Receptionist very welcoming and friendly. Really enjoyed my stay.
neal
couple
August 23, 2022
“lovely apartments , would stay here again . The office lady was nice and very helpful.”
all of it !
William
couple
June 23, 2022
“perfect restful end to our USA vacation”
location
Mazze007
couple
April 8, 2022
“A perfect stay at Sunshine Island Inn”
Very nice and cozy property. Friendly staff. Full equipped kitchen. Beach towels, chairs, umbrellas and kajaks for free. Nice and clean pool. Wifi was fast.
Rachel
couple
March 8, 2022
“great relaxing stay, wish we could have stayed longer. would return.”
Had chairs and trolley for beach stuff so well catered for. Clean room. nice patio chairs available
Jenny
couple
March 5, 2022
“accommodations was all my husband and I needed for a beach getaway!”
close to the beach had beach equipment available to take with us quiet great shower kitchen great price for the amenities provided.
MiKlei
couple
December 24, 2021
Very spacious apartment close to the beach. Well equipped with everything one could imagine. We enjoyed our days a lot.
Facilities
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
General
Non-smoking rooms, Air conditioning, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor pool, BBQ facilities, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Free parking, Parking
Pool and wellness
Pool/beach towels, Shallow end, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Fence around pool, Swimming pool, Swimming Pool
Safety & security
Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Coquina Cottage
The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the kitchenette. The double room also offers a barbecue. Boasting a patio, this double room also features a wardrobe, a tiled floor and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds.
Lighthouse Suite
The spacious double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. Featuring a patio, this double room also offers a wardrobe, a barbecue and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.
Banyan
The suite provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the kitchenette. The suite also provides guests with a barbecue. This suite features a wardrobe, a tiled floor, a flat-screen TV and a patio. The unit offers 1 bed.
Palm Cottage
The air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the kitchenette. The suite also has a barbecue. Featuring a patio, this suite also offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.
Tropical Paradise
The air-conditioned suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the well-fitted kitchenette. The suite also features a barbecue. Boasting outdoor furniture, this suite also offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.
King Studio
Offering free toiletries, this studio includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned studio offers a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a barbecue as well as pool views. The unit offers 1 bed.
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