Does Sunset Beach Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Is Sunset Beach Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Sunset Beach Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunset Beach Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

Where is Sunset Beach Inn located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sanibel hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Periwinkle Way. Gulfside City Park and Schoolhouse Gallery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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About the area

Located in Sanibel, Sunset Beach Inn is on a private beach. Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum and Sanibel Historical Village and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Sanibel Historical Museum and Village and Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Snorkelling, parasailing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

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8/10 Good

Johnell

6 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Quiet location and friendly staff

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Francine

26 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Perfect location, just steps from the beach Chairs and umbrellas available, As are bikes, kayaks, paddle boards Short drive to wonderful local restaurants, And a kitchenette as well! Perfect!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie l.

11 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We had a wonderful experience. The facility was clean and we love that it was only steps to the beach.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Sheila, springfield

1 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Overall, we had a very good stay. The rooms are outdated and need to be updated but everything else was great.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Yvonne

24 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Enjoyable

We enjoyed our stay very much . We loved being so close to the beautiful beach. The room was a bit outdated but very clean and comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Alfredo

7 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

It was an OK place to stay. A bit older, but everything was fine.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean

14 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Would go back again and again. Staff friendly. Very clean. Loved the easy room keys. Just all around wonderful

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

William

7 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This motel is right on the beach. The property is well maintained, clean and convenient to all that is on Sanibel Island. We have visited Sunset Beach off and on for about 25 years, ans it is consistently excellent for anyone wanting a quiet time at one of the best beaches in the USA. . . especially if you love shelling!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Stephen

20 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

quiet and eco friendly

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Stefanie

3 Aug 2022

Liked: Staff & service, amenities

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Lovely pool and beach. Outdated room.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Xiomara

6 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We had a great time. Right in front of the beach. My loved it. Good breakfast, free paddle board, kayaks, and bikes. Relaxing, confortable, and quiet. Will definitely go back.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cris

12 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Had lots of sports available on property. Small size of hotel made it more personal. Equipment in good shape and enough any time we had the urge. Short bike ride to Ding Darling preserve. Excellent staff.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

18 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Place Right on the Beach

Our room had a partial gulf view and was extremely clean and spacious. We did have an issue with the A/C and Enoc, at the front desk, had it immediately repaired. Both Enoc and Anvar were super friendly and efficient and took care of our every need to have a pleasant stay. We will be back.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

24 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Perfect location

Beautiful location with private beach and pool. Staff was welcoming and friendly. Our room had ocean view and could see the sunrise and the beach was perfect for sunsets and shelling. Rooms could use some updating and room renovations were underway. Overall, comfortable and clean. Daily free breakfasts had a variety of options to choose from including non- dairy milks and healthier options.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

30 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly, Peaceful, Beautiful!

Our 6th trip to Sanibel, first time in Sunset Beach Inn, very comfortable and peaceful! Great view of the lovely pool and the ocean from our 2nd story room. Room was large and open, kitchenette basic & just all we needed. King bed comfortable. Lots of friendly assistance from the Innkeeper, Anvar Ruziev, and Leslie. Parking a bit challenging as just barely enough spaces for all guests, but we managed, thanks to the turnaround space right at the end by the beach. Location mid-island was convenient to restaurants and shops.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yusmary

12 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

clean up the garbage tanks a bit

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin Ashley

24 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We’ve stayed at all 3 sanibel inn sister hotels (sanibel inn, song of the sea, sunset beach) loved all of them but sunset beach inn but nice and quiet and a little more private. Rooms were clean and cozy. Located right on the beach! Beautiful view of the ocean. Pool was big and always perfect temp. Maids were AMAZING— they literally did our dishes one day during normal housekeeping. Breakfast was simple grab n go stuff like pastries and cereal. Rode bikes several nights and even saw a wild gator. It was a great baby moon!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Alfredo

14 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It was okay. Not on time on scheduled set up of beach umbrellas.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

11 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The room where we stayed was great, clean and roomy. Great access to the beach, the pool and paddle boards were great. They have breakfast which is included and that's a plus. The staff was great. The housekeeping maids were a bit hard to communicate with since some didnt speak english and it worked out. The only thing i would like to see is some effort to recycle. I know a lot of businesses dont recycle but it's ironic they dont when the beach is next to them. Otherwise, this is a great place ;)

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

charlie

2 Aug 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hot, Hot, Hot

We stayed 4 days and 3 nights yes the place is run down needs improvements i can deal with that....i cant deal with a/c not working properly warm in room the entire stay told front desk maintenance came said it was fine. We slept on top of the covers in just t shirts it was warm in room, rust in fridge, housekeeping was great with service and towels ready. Even after multiple complaints about a/c nothing was done beds weren't the greatest either. I always come back to sanibel every year for the last 4 years stay somewhere different every time i dont recommend this place.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Michael

9 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Location was very good. The only issue was with the AC in one room it was set at 60 and was still blowing warmer than the unit in the living room. The front was very attentive and sent a repair person. He showed up when we were not there and told one of my kids "It is a new unit, and is working as expected" then left. The unit ABSOLUTELY was not new! The front desk people gabe us 2 fans for the room for our last night there. They helpwd some.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shane

27 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mariela

6 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Este hotel nos encantó, muy buena atención. Las habitaciones muy limpias. Y lo mejor que tiene es la playa y la piscina bien cerca. Lo queremos repetir pronto.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danay

6 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Philip

5 Sept 2022

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Staff & service

Reserved a king bed. We were given a room with 2 queens after complaining we were given a king. There was NO internet service during our stay. First told that lightening had hit the antenna then a bird flew into the receiver... At checkout the staff could NOT print a receipt nor even tell me the total charge. 3 days later still no receipt in our e-mail. That being said we had an enjoyable stay. Short walk to the beach. Enjoyed the pool. Would have appreciated more information about things to do on the island.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

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