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Our top choices for Bright Water hotels

A beach with a variety of seashells and pebbles.

1. Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Sanibel Island Beach Resort
3.0 star property
Mid Island, 5.2 km from Bright Water
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,403 reviews)
"It was a wonderful stay. We really enjoyed it."
United States
Elina
The price is ￥31,354
￥39,352 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
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

Casa Ybel Resort
2.5 star property
Ybel, 2.8 km from Bright Water
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (475 reviews)
"Hotel was amazing!!"
United States
Yesenia
The price is ￥40,862
￥45,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Casa Ybel Resort
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a beach with umbrellas and lounge chairs, and palm trees.

3. Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Mid Island, 4.6 km from Bright Water
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,717 reviews)
"Love the resort and great access to beach"
United States
Lisa Renee
The price is ￥48,646
￥64,605 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with clear skies and calm waters.

4. Shalimar Beach Resort

Shalimar Beach Resort
3.5 star property
West End, 1.2 km from Bright Water
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, perfect location. Easy access to the beach ⛱️."
United States
Mauricio
The price is ￥43,623
￥48,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Shalimar Beach Resort
A beach with a view of the ocean and a sunset.

5. Island Inn

Island Inn
3.5 star property
West End, 0.5 km from Bright Water
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,168 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Nicole
The price is ￥42,371
￥47,244 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Island Inn
A pathway leading to a pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a thatched-roof structure.

6. Sanibel Inn

Sanibel Inn
3.0 star property
East End, 6.2 km from Bright Water
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Staff was amazingly friendly"
United States
Tamara
The price is ￥47,771
￥63,280 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Sanibel Inn
Living area

7. The Anchor Inn

The Anchor Inn
2.0 star property
Mid Island, 5.4 km from Bright Water
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (85 reviews)
"The whole place was wonderful."
United States
April
The price is ￥25,317
￥30,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
The Anchor Inn
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a central table, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

8. THE Palmview AND Sandpiper Inns

THE Palmview AND Sandpiper Inns
3.5 star property
Mid Island, 5.4 km from Bright Water
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (230 reviews)
"Nice and clean, has everything you need, in the kitchen particularly, 5 minute walk to the beach and the staff were lovely checking in every so often."
United Kingdom
Callie
The price is ￥42,856
￥47,784 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
THE Palmview AND Sandpiper Inns
A spacious living room with a grey sofa, striped armchair, and a woven coffee table. Large windows offer a view of a tropical garden.

9. Driftwood Inn

Driftwood Inn
4.0 star property
Mid Island, 5.3 km from Bright Water
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Great place to stay on sanibel"
United States
Terri
The price is ￥30,694
￥72,210 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Driftwood Inn
A large, clear swimming pool with multiple lounge areas and palm trees.

10. Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
4.0 star property
14.6 km from Bright Water
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,731 reviews)
"Everything about the resort was excellent"
United States
Lance
The price is ￥26,965
￥37,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
A waterfront hotel with multiple buildings, a dock, and a calm body of water reflecting the structures.

11. Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
11 km from Bright Water
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"I love everything about this hotel"
United States
Yunior
The price is ￥32,646
￥41,915 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
A hotel pool area with multiple lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and palm trees.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway
3.0 star property
14.7 km from Bright Water
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,399 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful during my stay."
United States
Samantha
The price is ￥12,605
￥14,055 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway
A swimming pool with a rock arch structure, a multi-story building with balconies, and palm trees in the background.

13. Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina
4.0 star property
13.8 km from Bright Water
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,491 reviews)
"It's nice place to stay"
United States
Mario
The price is ￥33,891
￥48,155 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern chandelier.

14. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel

Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel
3.0 star property
14.2 km from Bright Water
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Loved the balcony view, breakfast spread, hot tub and heated pool."
United States
Lora
The price is ￥14,811
￥16,513 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel
A rustic outdoor bathroom with a wooden deck, a white sink, and various seashells scattered around.

15. Tarpon Tale Inn

Tarpon Tale Inn
3.0 star property
East End, 7.8 km from Bright Water
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (413 reviews)
"Makes you feel at home. Impeccably kept. Joe and Maureen give attention to details and think of guest convenience and hospitality. Excellent location. Steps from beach and little stores. Sanibel is gorgeous and chill, and so is Tarpon Tales Inn."
United States
Marianella
The price is ￥36,157
￥40,316 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Tarpon Tale Inn
A sign for Sunshine Island Inn with a palm tree and beach scene.

16. Sunshine Island Inn

Sunshine Island Inn
2.5 star property
East End, 7 km from Bright Water
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (310 reviews)
"Wonderful stay."
United States
Brooke
The price is ￥31,420
￥36,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Sunshine Island Inn
A balcony with a wooden table and chairs, a hanging chair, and a view of palm trees and a pool.

17. Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort

Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort
2.5 star property
8.4 km from Bright Water
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (165 reviews)
"Very good on everything I love the location"
United States
George
The price is ￥23,436
￥31,402 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort
A modern dining area with wooden flooring, white chairs, and large windows offering a view of the beach.

18. Best Western Plus Beach Resort

Best Western Plus Beach Resort
2.5 star property
14.1 km from Bright Water
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Convenient location, friendly staff and clean rooms."
United States
Stacy
The price is ￥34,134
￥38,060 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Best Western Plus Beach Resort
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of a beach, and a clear sky.

19. Lani Kai Beachfront Resort

Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
3.5 star property
14.8 km from Bright Water
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,173 reviews)
"It was great to be right on the beach! The restaurants were also good."
United States
Tanya
The price is ￥20,370
￥26,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
A beachfront hotel with a pool, beach, and ocean view.

20. DiamondHead Beach Resort

DiamondHead Beach Resort
3.5 star property
15.3 km from Bright Water
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,331 reviews)
"excellent place will stay again!"
United States
James Edward
The price is ￥27,653
￥36,982 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
DiamondHead Beach Resort
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Compare popular hotels in Bright Water

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A beach with a variety of seashells and pebbles.
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
2,403 reviews
View
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with clear skies and calm waters.
Shalimar Beach Resort
3.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
109 reviews
View
A beach with a view of the ocean and a sunset.
Island Inn
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,168 reviews
View
A modern living room with a TV, dining table, and chairs. There is a balcony with a view of palm trees.
Casa Ybel Resort
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
475 reviews
View
Living area
The Anchor Inn
2.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
85 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.

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

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.

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

East End

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

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.

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.

Top Bright Water Hotel Reviews

DiamondHead Beach Resort

DiamondHead Beach Resort

8/10 Good
"The location was fantastic and the fact that they set you up with beautiful chairs and umbrella on the beach is by far amazing and the bar staff were the kindest people ever. We just had the best time we’re going to return.!!"
Margaret 4-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
DiamondHead Beach Resort

Frequently asked questions

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