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Holiday Inn Sanibel Island

3.0 of 5
1231 Middle Gulf Dr., Sanibel Island, FL 33957
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Dublin, Ireland
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24 reviews 24 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 11, 2013

Sanibel is magical. Driving over the bridge that spans the Caloosahatchee River is so beautiful as you cross an expanse of turquoise water. Despite being quite busy when we arrived, the island felt relaxed. The speed limit is 25 miles per hours so immediately everything feels slow and unhurried. The hotel was easy to find and externally is very attractive... More

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Danny A, Director of Sales at Holiday Inn Sanibel Island, responded to this review
June 13, 2013

Thanks for staying with us! Very happy you enjoyed the island and very sorry you were not so happy with us. I have no excuse for our clerks not being attentive to your arrival. It's our job to welcome folks. I will send your comments to our maintenance guys concerning the paint and to our owners as to furniture issues.... More

Aiken, South Carolina
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 11, 2013

My wife and I stayed here for two days in June. (8/9). The hotel grounds are beautiful! Well manicured and clean. Lots of wildlife to see also. Located right on the beach. The staff was friendly and nice. The only reason I do not give this hotel 5 stars is because of the value. For the price at over $140... More

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Danny A, Director of Sales at Holiday Inn Sanibel Island, responded to this review
June 13, 2013

Thanks for choosing to stay with us and for sharing your comments! We do appreciate it. Danny Adams, Director of Sales danny@sanibelbeachresort.com More

Estero, Florida
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24 reviews 24 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013

Recently my wife & I spent the night while we celebrated our anniversary. We were there when a tropical storm went by which was exciting, yet safe. We had the ocean front room with the gulf view! The motel is beach front, facing south-south/west so a sun set from the room was not going to happened. But a few steps... More

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Sun Valley, ID
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73 reviews 73 reviews
20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 3, 2013

We pulled into town late afternoon on the Thursday of Memorial Day and started to get worried about finding a room. We called Holiday Inn, without knowing anything about it, and booked two nights. First of all, the location is amazing. Very close to where you enter the island, and right on the beach. There is a huge beach front... More

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Melbourne, Florida
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2013

Rooms are clean and adequate with good A/C. I like the refrig to keep snacks and drinks. Loved the location as you can bike to all the restaurants and stores. Great set up with the pool, cabanas, hammocks, pool bar, ping pong, and the beach a short walk down the path. Tried the restaurant and the pizza and shrimp scampi... More

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Danny A, Director of Sales at Holiday Inn Sanibel Island, responded to this review
May 31, 2013

...and we will be pleased to welcome you back! Thanks for sharing your comments. Danny Adams, Director of Sales danny@sanibelbeachresort.com More

Miami, FL
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28 reviews 28 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2013

Excellent customer service: Ms. Courtney was very friendly at checking in, and out as well. Manager Jesus was equally nice....Staff at breakfast restaurant was also excellent ....Building is well kept. Room was very clean and had a nice decoration, as well as the restaurant and Tiki bar by the pool....Room had flat screen TV, microwave and a nice size microwave.... More

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Danny A, Director of Sales at Holiday Inn Sanibel Island, responded to this review
May 31, 2013

Thanks for staying with us! That "funky" smell that day, had us wondering also, not normal. Turned out Sanibel Golf Club (next door) had a shipment of manure delivered to fertilize the course. The smell was gone the next day. As to the sunset; we face pretty much due south, so you are correct, we don't face the sunset, although,... More

Orlando, Florida
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013

Nice location in a very quiet area. The hotel is older, but well maintained on the outside. The room was small (we had a double queen) and the bathroom was so tiny you literally had to step out of the room to turn around. It's a good thing we're petite - if we were bigger people, we would not have... More

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Danny A, Director of Sales at Holiday Inn Sanibel Island, responded to this review
May 31, 2013

Thank you for sharing your comments! I have passed along your concerns to our maintenance department and also your nice comments about the grounds and staff. We appreciate you chose to stay with us! Danny Adams, Director of Sales danny@sanibelbeachresort.com More

Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
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36 reviews 36 reviews
35 hotel reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
90 helpful votes 90 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

We stayed in this hotel only one night and did not use all the facilities however I can say that: Room Comfy, clean, big TV, free internet Location Right next to the beach Parking in front of your room Friendly staff

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Lake Villa, Illinois
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16 reviews 16 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

This was my third time staying at the Holiday Inn in Sanibel and I love it more and more every time. The staff was friendly, room was very clean, and as always the grounds were beautiful. There were some new things done to the room since I was here the last time and I must say it makes the room... More

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england
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20 reviews 20 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

stopped over on i74 with family,very glad i did,brilliant staff,friendly,didnt have beachside room,but no matter,everything close to beach,managed to please a 9 yr old and18yr old simultaneously,no mean feat..couldnt you get draft beer on the bar??only a question,not a critique,and i see mr adams monitors this site..i think this place,described by others as old motel,got it wrong,its all about the... More

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  • TIKI bar(13)
  • Very nice(8)
  • Pool area(6)
  • Beach chairs(5)
  • Very friendly(4)
  • Great location(3)

Additional Information about Holiday Inn Sanibel Island

Address: 1231 Middle Gulf Dr., Sanibel Island, FL 33957
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Region: United States > Florida > Southwest Gulf Coast > Sanibel Island
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#12 On the Beach Hotels in Sanibel Island
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
We cordially invite you to relax and enjoy our tropical island beach paradise at the Holiday Inn Beach Resort Hotel on Sanibel Island.The experience begins the moment you cross the Sanibel Causeway just west of Fort Myers, Florida and travel over the azure waters of the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. You'll feel the stress and fast pace of every-day life slip away.The Holiday Inn Beach Resort Hotel on Sanibel Island is located on one of the most beautiful sanctuary islands in the world with the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico as our own back yard. Sanibel Island is renowned for its natural beauty and habitat, miles of unspoiled beaches, world famous shell collecting, an array of activities, water sports, fishing and exceptional restaurants. Whether your visit brings you to our beachfront hotel for business or for pleasure, you will enjoy our charmingly quaint resort hotel surrounded by lush tropical landscape, pristine beach, ponds with waterfalls, outdoor pool with expansive sun deck, tennis courts and friendly staff who are eager to assist you.Plan your well deserved vacation or romantic getaway on Sanibel Island now. We specialize in leisure vacations, small meetings, retreats, corporate incentive travel and beach side weddings. We look forward to your visit. ... more   less 
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