Gateway Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Edison Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at Edison Mall during your trip to Fort Myers. Attend a baseball game or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Edison and Ford Winter Estates
Explore the winter estates of two of the most famous men in American history. Tour their houses and gardens and learn more about their lives in the museum.
Sanibel Harbour
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sanibel Harbour during your travels in Fort Myers. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Bell Tower Shops
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Bell Tower Shops during your stay in Fort Myers. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Port Sanibel Marina
Explore the waterfront in Fort Myers with a trip to Port Sanibel Marina. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Barbara B Mann Hall
You can make plans for a show at Barbara B Mann Hall during your stay in Fort Myers. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Marco Island: 10,000 Islands Shelling Boat Tour
Historic Walking Tour of Fort Myers
Fort Myers Dolphin & Manatee Kayak or Paddleboard Tour
Haunted History of Fort Myers Walking Tour
Self-Guided Fort Myers Scavenger Hunt: His Greatest Invention
Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Fort Myers
Our pick of the best Gateway Hotel Deals
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
This hotel has two buildings. One right at the beach and a main property across from the beach. I stayed across from the beach, and it's a walk when you are lugging beach stuff. If you forgot something in your room, be prepared to walk. The bathroom is beautiful, but the layout is not convenient. ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
The staff at this place were EXTREMELY rude except for the staff that checked us in one out! We had breakfast at the Sundeck, the food was not made fresh it was prepared ahead of time and there was a confrontation between a staff member and a customer in we actually thought that someone was going ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Trianon Bonita Bay
The hotel is in a great location, overall it’s clean however it’s very dated on the inside, especially the rooms. If they would improve the rooms and the common area amenities and modernize them, it would be a very good hotel. I believe that this needs to be done sooner rather than later.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Fort Myers Central
Excelente
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Myers Airport by IHG
Hotel was clean, staff was helpful, the breakfast was good. We only stayed for two night but we had a nice stay.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
Good
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gateway
Arborwood
When in Arborwood, you can plan a visit to JetBlue Park at Fenway South and Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Daniels Corridor
While visiting Daniels Corridor, you might make a stop by sights like Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve and Lee Health Sports Complex.
Metro Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Metro Park and surrounding area, you can visit Edison Mall and Fort Myers Country Club.
Dunbar
While visiting Dunbar, you might make a stop by sights like IMAG History & Science Center and Dunbar Park.
Miromar Lakes
While visiting Miromar Lakes, you might make a stop by sights like Alico Arena and Gulf Coast Town Center.
Winkler
Winkler might not have many top sights, but Edison Mall and Vietnam War Memorial are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
