What is Bright Water like?

Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Sanibel's Bright Water neighborhood.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Bright Water?

Book one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodations in Bright Water and start exploring everything Sanibel has to offer.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Bright Water, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Bright Water.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Bright Water?

For more information about updating your trip to Bright Water or cancelling it, click here .

What are the top things to see and do in Bright Water?

Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation, Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum, and Sanibel Island Southern Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around Bright Water. When you're sightseeing in Sanibel, Sanibel Historical Museum and Village and BIG Arts Center are also worth a stop.

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A resort with multiple-story buildings, palm trees, and a well-maintained lawn.

1. Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Mid Island, 5.2 km from Bright Water

anthony

￥35,651 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A modern living room with a TV, dining table, and chairs. There is a balcony with a view of palm trees.

2. Casa Ybel Resort

Ybel, 2.8 km from Bright Water

Yesenia

￥45,361 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

3. Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

Mid Island, 4.6 km from Bright Water

Lisa Renee

￥64,277 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

4. Island Inn

West End, 0.5 km from Bright Water

Nicole

￥37,592 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A resort with multiple buildings featuring blue roofs, a beach, and a clear view of the ocean.

5. Shalimar Beach Resort

West End, 1.2 km from Bright Water

Mauricio

￥54,890 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

6. Sanibel Inn

East End, 6.2 km from Bright Water

Tamara

￥63,005 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A pathway flanked by palm trees and wooden buildings with thatched roofs.

7. Kona Kai Motel

Mid Island, 4.6 km from Bright Water

Aurelia

￥29,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

8. Driftwood Inn

Mid Island, 5.3 km from Bright Water

Terri

￥74,428 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a central table, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

9. THE Palmview AND Sandpiper Inns

Mid Island, 5.4 km from Bright Water

Callie

￥50,777 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

10. The Anchor Inn

Mid Island, 5.4 km from Bright Water

Ashton

￥27,478 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A large, clear swimming pool with multiple lounge areas and palm trees.

11. Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers

14.6 km from Bright Water

Anastasia

￥37,076 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

12. Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

11 km from Bright Water

Yunior

￥41,696 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel

14.2 km from Bright Water

jennifer

￥16,442 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A home gym with a pull-up bar, a bench press, a stationary bike, and a treadmill.

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

14.7 km from Bright Water

Samantha

￥13,293 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A swimming pool with a rock arch structure, a multi-story building with balconies, and palm trees in the background.

15. Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

13.8 km from Bright Water

Mario

￥47,944 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A sign for Sunshine Island Inn with a palm tree and beach scene.

16. Sunshine Island Inn

East End, 7 km from Bright Water

Brooke

￥35,821 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

17. Best Western Plus Beach Resort

14.1 km from Bright Water

Stacy

￥37,891 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A beachfront hotel with a pool, beach, and ocean view.

18. DiamondHead Beach Resort

15.3 km from Bright Water

James Edward

￥37,430 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

19. Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort

8.4 km from Bright Water

Lisa

￥34,724 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit table, wicker furniture, and a white fence in the background.

20. Tarpon Tale Inn

East End, 7.8 km from Bright Water

Marianella

￥42,640 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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Compare popular hotels in Bright Water

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Island Inn	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,164 reviews	View
Sanibel Island Beach Resort	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 2,383 reviews	View
The Anchor Inn	2.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 80 reviews	View
Shalimar Beach Resort	3.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 109 reviews	View
Casa Ybel Resort	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 463 reviews	View

Where to stay in Bright Water

Find the best Bright Water areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A coastal scene with a lighthouse, beach, and ocean.

Mid Island

While visiting Mid Island, you might make a stop by sights like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach.

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West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach.

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East End

While visiting East End, you might make a stop by sights like Sanibel Island Northern Beach and Sanibel Island Lighthouse.

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

Beachview Country Club Estates

If you're spending some time in Beachview Country Club Estates, Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

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Sanctuary

While Sanctuary might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Blind Pass Beach and Turner Beach.

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