Captiva Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beach with a wooden pier, a small house, and dense trees.
A sandy beach with footprints leading to the water, a person walking, and vegetation in the background.
A coastal house with a metal roof, surrounded by tall grasses and trees.
A pink house with a balcony, surrounded by palm trees and a sandy beach.
A road with a 'Welcome to Captiva' sign, palm trees, and a speed limit sign of 25 mph.

Our guide on where to stay in Captiva

Find the best Captiva areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Captiva
Learn more about Captiva

North Captiva

Visitors to North Captiva enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, North Captiva Island Beach is worth a stop.

Gulf Shores

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Gulf Shores and surrounding area, you can visit Alison Hagerup Beach Park and McCarthy's Marina.

Safety Harbor Club

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Safety Harbor Club and surrounding area, you can visit North Captiva Island Beach and Cayo Costa Beaches.

Jose's Hideaway

While there might not be top attractions in Jose's Hideaway, you can explore the larger area and discover places like North Captiva Island Beach and Cayo Costa Beaches.

Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa

Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa

3 out of 5
15951 Captiva Drive Captiva FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$483 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$483
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Captiva. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Bowman's Beach and Captiva Beach are located ...
Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa
South Seas

South Seas

3.5 out of 5
5400 South Seas Plantation Rd Captiva FL
The price is AU$480 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
AU$480
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Captiva. Enjoy 6 outdoor pools, 5 restaurants and a private beach. Popular attractions Bowman's Beach and McCarthy's Marina are ...
South Seas
Game Room, Pool, Hot Tub, Walk to Beach | Captiva 5BDR | Coco Mango by AvantStay

Game Room, Pool, Hot Tub, Walk to Beach | Captiva 5BDR | Coco Mango by AvantStay

Captiva FL
Stay at this holiday home in Captiva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bowman's Beach and McCarthy's Marina are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (23 reviews)
"The house is spacious, very comfortable and immaculate. Easy walking distance to restaurants, shops and beaches.There were lots of pool floats and beach chairs. It was a perfect house for our family gathering. Would definitely rent it again."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Game Room, Pool, Hot Tub, Walk to Beach | Captiva 5BDR | Coco Mango by AvantStay
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Panoramic Ocean Views, Sleeps 10, Heated Pool

Panoramic Ocean Views, Sleeps 10, Heated Pool

Captiva FL
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Captiva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and laundry facilities. Popular attractions North Captiva Island Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (125 reviews)
"Wonderful vacation with the family and pets."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Panoramic Ocean Views, Sleeps 10, Heated Pool
BEACHFRONT, HEATED POOL, KAYAKS/SUP, LANAI W/ GULF VIEWS, 85' DOCK, 2 GOLF CARTS

BEACHFRONT, HEATED POOL, KAYAKS/SUP, LANAI W/ GULF VIEWS, 85' DOCK, 2 GOLF CARTS

Captiva FL
Stay at this beach holiday home in Captiva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (176 reviews)
"We truly enjoyed the property. Our group consisted of seven people, six being adults and a five-year-old. The property accommodated us incredibly well with everyone having their own bedroom and one to spare. The views were phenomenal. The pool is great and the beachfront location is optimal. We really ..."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

BEACHFRONT, HEATED POOL, KAYAKS/SUP, LANAI W/ GULF VIEWS, 85' DOCK, 2 GOLF CARTS
Big on the Beach House  6BR Home + Club Access, Private Dock & Stunning Views

Big on the Beach House 6BR Home + Club Access, Private Dock & Stunning Views

Captiva FL
Stay at this beach holiday home in Captiva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (82 reviews)
"Big on the Beach is an absolutely beautiful home! It would be very difficult to find a property closer to the water than this one. Bob & Wendy were so thorough helping me in every way as I prepared for our family of 12 to enjoy a week on North Captiva. The upstairs A/C was struggling a bit with the ..."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Big on the Beach House 6BR Home + Club Access, Private Dock & Stunning Views
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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