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Our top choices for Gulf Shores hotels

A beach with kayaks lined up on the sand and a pier in the background.

1. Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa

Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa
3.0 star property
3.6 km from Gulf Shores
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"The location was a delightful island getaway. The room was spacious and clean. The pool area with bar and access to the beach made for a relaxing stay. The staff were attentive and helpful as well."
United States
Michael
The price is ￥36,874
￥46,662 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa
A resort with multiple swimming pools, sun loungers, and palm trees.

2. South Seas

South Seas
3.5 star property
1.6 km from Gulf Shores
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and made my family feel so welcome. Standouts were our waiter Dale at the Beach House and Jocaleb, a worker at the pool. We had an awesome stay and will return."
United States
Jeremy
The price is ￥31,857
￥53,877 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
South Seas
A beach with a variety of seashells and pebbles.

3. Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Sanibel Island Beach Resort
3.0 star property
19 km from Gulf Shores
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,374 reviews)
"Great place in a great location, very much recommended"
United States
Eldad
The price is ￥28,286
￥35,945 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
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.

4. Casa Ybel Resort

Casa Ybel Resort
2.5 star property
18.1 km from Gulf Shores
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (458 reviews)
"Hotel was amazing!!"
United States
Yesenia
The price is ￥36,641
￥40,854 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Casa Ybel Resort
A waterfront hotel with multiple buildings, a dock, and a calm body of water reflecting the structures.

5. Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
19.3 km from Gulf Shores
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"I love everything about this hotel"
United States
Yunior
The price is ￥35,270
￥44,858 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
A large, clear swimming pool with multiple lounge areas and palm trees.

6. Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
4.0 star property
26.1 km from Gulf Shores
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,679 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay in for the weekend"
United States
Jose
The price is ￥26,100
￥37,030 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
A balcony with a table and chairs, large windows, and a view of the sea.

7. The Westin Cape Coral Resort At Marina Village

The Westin Cape Coral Resort At Marina Village
4.0 star property
19.7 km from Gulf Shores
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Very clean and nice place!"
United States
Charles
The price is ￥23,187
￥32,923 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The Westin Cape Coral Resort At Marina Village
A balcony with a wooden table and chairs, a hanging chair, and a view of palm trees and a pool.

8. Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort

Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort
2.5 star property
12.1 km from Gulf Shores
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (164 reviews)
"Very comfortable and convenient location!"
United States
Lisa
The price is ￥25,320
￥33,533 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

9. Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
2.5 star property
25.1 km from Gulf Shores
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,715 reviews)
"Quiet and clean hotel, very friendly staff, good breakfast!!"
United States
MARYTE
The price is ￥15,960
￥17,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
A beach with a view of the ocean and a sunset.

10. Island Inn

Island Inn
3.5 star property
16.3 km from Gulf Shores
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,164 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Nicole
The price is ￥43,928
￥48,980 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Island Inn
A pathway leading to a pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a thatched-roof structure.

11. Sanibel Inn

Sanibel Inn
3.0 star property
19.4 km from Gulf Shores
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Staff was amazingly friendly"
United States
Tamara
The price is ￥47,287
￥62,799 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Sanibel Inn
A swimming pool with a rock arch structure, a multi-story building with balconies, and palm trees in the background.

12. Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina
4.0 star property
24.7 km from Gulf Shores
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,483 reviews)
"It's nice place to stay"
United States
Mario
The price is ￥34,096
￥48,445 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina
A modern dining area with a central island, multiple tables, and chairs.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Cape Coral/North Fort Myers

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Cape Coral/North Fort Myers
3.0 star property
29.2 km from Gulf Shores
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (910 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean and breakfast had a lot of variety"
United States
Mauricio
The price is ￥17,998
￥20,067 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Cape Coral/North Fort Myers
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
22.7 km from Gulf Shores
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel was in a great location, very clean and had great breakfast options."
United States
jennifer
The price is ￥14,854
￥16,562 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a beach with umbrellas and lounge chairs, and palm trees.

15. Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
18.8 km from Gulf Shores
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,716 reviews)
"Love the resort and great access to beach"
United States
Lisa Renee
The price is ￥48,798
￥64,805 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
A beachside area with colorful Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a view of the water.

16. Matlacha on Shoreview

Matlacha on Shoreview
2.0 star property
17 km from Gulf Shores
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (303 reviews)
"The place was perfect for what we needed for this trip."
United States
Francisco
The price is ￥8,343
￥19,873 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Matlacha on Shoreview
A hotel pool area with multiple lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and palm trees.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway
3.0 star property
23.3 km from Gulf Shores
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,390 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful during my stay."
United States
Samantha
The price is ￥11,757
￥13,109 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a dining area.

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

Hampton Inn & Suites - Cape Coral/Fort Myers Area, FL
2.5 star property
23.6 km from Gulf Shores
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Such a great experience with friendly staff and very clean and comfortable!"
United States
Michael
The price is ￥15,312
￥17,073 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Hampton Inn & Suites - Cape Coral/Fort Myers Area, FL
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pool in the background.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ft Myers Beach-Sanibel Gateway by IHG
2.5 star property
26.4 km from Gulf Shores
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable hotel! Great breakfast too!"
United States
Gigette
The price is ￥15,960
￥17,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ft Myers Beach-Sanibel Gateway by IHG
A beachside area with colorful beach houses, a dock, and a sandy beach.

20. Matlacha Tiny Village

Matlacha Tiny Village
3.0 star property
15.7 km from Gulf Shores
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (298 reviews)
"So cute and clean nice dock to sit and relax or fish. Kayaks available to use free as well with life jackets paddles, etc. well equipped rental we can’t wait to go again! Great communication with hosts."
United States
Lori
The price is ￥19,687
￥33,839 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Matlacha Tiny Village
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Where to stay in Gulf Shores

Find the best Gulf Shores areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A clear turquoise sea, a sandy beach, and a rocky outcrop with palm trees.

North Captiva Island

Visitors to North Captiva enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, North Captiva Island Beach is worth a stop.

An aerial view of a tropical island with clear turquoise waters, a white sandy beach, and dense green vegetation.

Safety Harbor Club

Safety Harbor Club might not have many top sights, but North Captiva Island Beach and Cayo Costa Beaches are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A coastal resort with a beach, a lagoon, and a road connecting the buildings.

Jose's Hideaway

Though Jose's Hideaway might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like North Captiva Island Beach and Cayo Costa Beaches.

Top Gulf Shores Hotel Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was awesome with our stay. The only thing I would recommend is new pool furniture that's comfortable. It was like sitting on metal bars. Other than that we would definitely stay again!!"
Jean 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway

Frequently asked questions

What is Gulf Shores like?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Captiva's Gulf Shores neighborhood. Consider a visit to Alison Hagerup Beach Park as part of your Gulf Shores travel plans.
How many hotels are there in the Gulf Shores area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Captiva, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 21 Gulf Shores hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Gulf Shores, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in Gulf Shores.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Gulf Shores?
To find more details about changing or cancelling your trip to Gulf Shores, click here.
What is there to do around this Captiva neighborhood?
Alison Hagerup Beach Park is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Gulf Shores. While you're out sightseeing, McCarthy's Marina and Captiva Chapel By the Sea are a couple of additional sights to visit in Captiva.