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A beach with a view of the ocean and a sunset.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, and a dining table. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances.

A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of a beach with palm trees and a boat.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and palm trees.

1. Island Inn

West End, 1.5 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Nicole

￥32,104

￥35,795 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A beach with a variety of seashells and pebbles.

A hammock between palm trees with a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a bed, a view of the beach, and a window with curtains.

A landscaped area with palm trees and a view of the ocean.

2. Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Mid Island, 4.6 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Jill

￥28,153

￥35,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pool in the background.

A modern indoor space with a large table, chairs, and a television.

A modern reception desk with a digital display, a cash register, and a customer service counter.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ft Myers Beach-Sanibel Gateway by IHG

16.6 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Gigette

￥13,970

￥15,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A balcony with a wooden table and chairs, a hanging chair, and a view of palm trees and a pool.

A resort with a pool, thatched umbrellas, and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink. There is a painting of a flamingo on the wall.

A beachfront hotel with palm trees, a sandy walkway, and a pool.

4. Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort

7.2 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Lisa

￥19,690

￥27,215 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern chandelier.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small side table with a lamp, and a large window with blinds.

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, a small building, and a basketball court surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

5. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel

13.1 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

jennifer

￥13,526

￥15,082 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a small round table, and a decorative wall with artwork.

A reception desk with a wooden panel design, a welcome sign for 'Sunshine State', and a motivational rug on the floor.

A grocery store with shelves stocked with snacks, beverages, and dairy products.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and artwork on the walls.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Myers Beach/Sanibel Gateway

16.5 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Robert

￥13,897

￥15,496 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A beach view from a balcony with a pool, palm trees, and a building with a balcony.

A beach with a pier extending into the water, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A balcony with a TV, a chair, and a view of a beach with a pier.

A spacious kitchen with a dining area, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

7. Edison Beach House

13.5 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Angie

￥22,503

￥31,286 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A row of turquoise Adirondack chairs with umbrellas, a wooden deck, and a marina in the background.

A covered outdoor area with a boat-shaped planter filled with plants, surrounded by rocks and palm trees.

A marina with rows of blue Adirondack chairs under turquoise umbrellas, wooden docks, and boats.

A swimming pool with a thatched roof overhead, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered patio area.

8. Latitude 26 Waterfront Boutique Resort - Fort Myers Beach

14.7 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Ana

￥13,143

￥14,654 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A spacious living room with a grey sofa, striped armchair, and a woven coffee table. Large windows offer a view of a tropical garden.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

An aerial view of a coastal residential area with a beachfront, including a large hotel complex with multiple buildings and a parking lot.

A garden with a thatched-roof structure, palm trees, and a gravel path.

9. Driftwood Inn

Mid Island, 4.6 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Heather

￥31,594

￥73,112 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A marina with boats docked, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a red-tiled roof.

A waterfront property with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

A bar area with a counter, stools, and ceiling fans.

A marina with docked boats, a covered area with umbrellas, and a bridge in the background.

10. Matanzas Inn Bayside Resort and Marina

14 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Janine

￥25,312

￥32,155 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a floor lamp, a dining table, and a sofa.

A dining area with a table set for two, a television mounted on the wall, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a dish drying rack.

Two grey armchairs with red cushions, a floor lamp, and a window with blinds.

11. Lazy Cuckoo Inn

15.8 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Bruce

￥6,738

￥12,599 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A modern dining area with wooden flooring, white chairs, and large windows offering a view of the beach.

A balcony with white chairs and a table overlooking a beach with palm trees and a tennis court.

A resort with a beach, palm trees, a pool, and a hotel building.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets and a wooden floor, a bar area with white chairs, and large windows with a view of the beach and palm trees.

12. Best Western Plus Beach Resort

13.3 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Hassan

￥31,299

￥34,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel pool area with multiple lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and palm trees.

A reception area with a beach view mural, a staircase, and a reception desk.

A modern lobby with a white brick wall, a flat-screen TV, and colorful abstract paintings. There are several seating areas with different styles of chairs.

A spacious indoor dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and modern orange chairs and white tables.

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway

13.7 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Jorge

￥11,898

￥13,266 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A balcony with a wicker sofa, a yellow table, and a potted plant.

A marina with boats docked, a wooden dock, and a building with balconies.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a black refrigerator, and a ceiling fan.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a swimming pool, and a covered seating area with a thatched roof.

14. Latitude 26 Waterfront Resort & Marina

15.2 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Sebastian

￥19,450

￥21,686 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A pathway leading to a pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a thatched-roof structure.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with greenery on both sides.

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by buildings and a sunset view.

A spacious bar area with wooden flooring and ceiling fans, featuring a central bar counter and multiple seating options.

15. Sanibel Inn

East End, 5.5 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

William

￥47,687

￥63,167 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a dining area.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Sun Shine State" sign, a wooden wall, and a minibar.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign, palm trees, and a well-lit facade.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites - Cape Coral/Fort Myers Area, FL

19.2 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Taylor

￥14,438

￥16,098 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A waterfront hotel with multiple buildings, a dock, and a calm body of water reflecting the structures.

A resort pool area with a large pool, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a chandelier, and large windows offering a view of palm trees and a balcony.

A spacious lobby with a staircase, large windows, and a chandelier.

17. Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

9.9 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Charles

￥35,105

￥44,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A table with a vase containing flowers and a view of the beach.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, sink, and dining area with chairs and a glass table.

A paved pathway lined with palm trees and a clear blue sky.

A tall, cylindrical building with multiple balconies, surrounded by palm trees and a sandy area.

18. Pointe Estero Beach Resort

19 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Mercedes

￥20,334

￥73,751 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a stone archway.

A multi-story hotel with a central atrium, palm trees, and a well-lit exterior.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the sea through the window.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a sink. There are two white chairs and a table.

19. The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites

13.9 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Sherrie

￥14,999

￥19,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a beach with umbrellas and lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A restaurant with large windows offering a view of the ocean and palm trees.

A couple dining at a table with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, beach, and ocean.

20. Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

Mid Island, 4.1 km from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Lisa Renee

￥54,669

￥71,303 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Sanibel Island Beach Resort	9.2 Wonderful 2,321 reviews	View
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Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View

Top Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum Hotel Reviews

Sanibel Island Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Our room was clean and tidy when we arrived and service came every other day for cleaning and linen change, etc. The staff was cordial and helpful every step of the way. The on-site restaurant was very good, particularly their grilled mahi-mahi and their onion rings! Other items on the menu were equally as good if not better than a couple of the local establishments. Our parking was convenient to our room, and our room was just a few steps from the pool and the beach. Our stay was a full week that, unfortunately, flew by way too fast!"

Casa Ybel Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great place with spectacular view"

Rare Walkout Condo On Sanibel Beach

8/10 Good

"The condo was nice and clean and location was great. Our only complaint was that it smelled so strongly of mildew that we could smell it on ourselves after leaving the unit. After only three nights, we got home and had to wash all our clothes because everything in our bags smelled like mildew. Bummer."

Sand Pointe 212 - Gulf view vacation rental condominium

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay, esp the comfortable patio furniture."

Stunning Gulf views! Pointe Santo Updated - 2BD 2BATH

10/10 Excellent

"Great place and host was excellent. Would recommend and return."

Pointe Santo A33: 2 Bedrooms plus Den! Stunning Gulf Views!

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was just as advertised. The condo was bright and spacious and had everything that we needed. While we had a few minor glitches during our stay the management team was very responsive and solved the issues quickly and professionally. Great stay and great hosts. Highly recommended!"

Breakers West B5 Beach side condo with pool

10/10 Excellent

"The property was very nice. Had several appliances and items that was used during our stay. The refrigerator with ice and water in the door was a very nice addition."

Amazing Beachside Retreat - Sayana

10/10 Excellent

"This property is exactly as shown on the Vrbo listing. The views from the kitchen, living space, and master bedroom are of the beach and ocean, and they do not disappoint. Everything that was provided for our stay by our host was very helpful and much appreciated. Short walk to the beach with plenty of beautiful shells. Beautiful condo, and great location. Would highly reconsidering booking this property again in the future."

Gulf-View Penthouse w/ Private Rooftop Deck – Steps from the Sand!

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful condo and community. Clean, quiet, with perfect easy access to a world class beach."

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A rustic wooden building with a metal roof, surrounded by trees and a gravel path.

Sanibel Historical Museum and Village

8.0/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Sanibel Historical Museum and Village in Sanibel. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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A street lined with palm trees and a sign for Periwinkle Place Shops.

Periwinkle Way

9.2/10 (560 reviews)

The island’s spine is also its commercial hub. Drive or bike the road’s length to find attractions and discover many stores and restaurants.

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Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation

Take the family on an outing to Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation during your trip to Sanibel. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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BIG Arts Center

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at BIG Arts Center on your trip to Sanibel. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.

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Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater

You can get tickets for a performance at Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater on your trip to Sanibel. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this quaint area.

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Schoolhouse Gallery

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Schoolhouse Gallery during your travels in Sanibel. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this quaint area.

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Sanibel Public Library

Sanibel Public Library is just one of the places to see in Sanibel, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

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Gulfside City Park

Gulfside City Park is just one of the places to see in Sanibel, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum?

Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum is located in a family-friendly area of Sanibel known for its beautiful beaches and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 81 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum?

Island Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this aparthotel offers a private beach and free parking. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum. Other good choices within a few miles include Sanibel Island Beach Resort and Shalimar Beach Resort.

How many hotels are there close to Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum?

Expedia has 81 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum.

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What can I see and do near Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum?

Sights like Sanibel Island Lighthouse and Sanibel Historical Museum and Village highlight some of the local culture. You can enjoy live performances at BIG Arts Center and Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater. You can wander around Gulfside City Park, Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens, or Causeway Islands Beach if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum hotels

1. Island Inn

2. Sanibel Island Beach Resort

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ft Myers Beach-Sanibel Gateway by IHG

4. Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort

5. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Myers Beach/Sanibel Gateway

7. Edison Beach House

8. Latitude 26 Waterfront Boutique Resort - Fort Myers Beach

9. Driftwood Inn

10. Matanzas Inn Bayside Resort and Marina

11. Lazy Cuckoo Inn

12. Best Western Plus Beach Resort

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway

14. Latitude 26 Waterfront Resort & Marina

15. Sanibel Inn

16. Hampton Inn & Suites - Cape Coral/Fort Myers Area, FL

17. Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

18. Pointe Estero Beach Resort

19. The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites

20. Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

Compare popular hotels close to Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Top Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum Hotel Reviews

Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Casa Ybel Resort

Rare Walkout Condo On Sanibel Beach

Sand Pointe 212 - Gulf view vacation rental condominium

Stunning Gulf views! Pointe Santo Updated - 2BD 2BATH

Pointe Santo A33: 2 Bedrooms plus Den! Stunning Gulf Views!

Breakers West B5 Beach side condo with pool

Amazing Beachside Retreat - Sayana

Gulf-View Penthouse w/ Private Rooftop Deck – Steps from the Sand!

Other attractions near Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

Sanibel Historical Museum and Village

Periwinkle Way

Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation

BIG Arts Center

Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater

Schoolhouse Gallery

Sanibel Public Library

Gulfside City Park

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