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Song of the Sea
863 E. Gulf Dr., Sanibel Island, FL 33957
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Quiet, Clean, Warm and Wonderful

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5 of 5 stars
frankoma 3 contributions
Missouri
Aug 5, 2008 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

We stayed at Song of the Sea for our first wedding anniversary. It is a wonderful place for couples. The staff is very friendly and it is nice meeting new people over the morning breakfast that the hotel provides. We had a room overlooking the pool but we could see the Gulf just over the horizon. The beach is only a couple of hundred yards from the motel. They also provide free bikes to ride around the island. Frankly, that's the way to see Sanibel. Slow down, get on island time and just ride around on your bike.
We would go back in a minute. Don't forget to take a bag for your sea shells. There are billions!

  • Liked — It is very close to the beach, clean, friendly. Good value.
  • Disliked — The bathrooms are really small.
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay August 2008
  • Visit was for Hobbies / interest / culture
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since December 07, 2006
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, Families with young children
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine
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Average price*: $227 (year-round)
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return visit to sanibel

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5 of 5 stars
cranbets 1 contribution
pennsylvania
Aug 3, 2008 | Trip type: Family

we just returned from our visit to sanibel...we loved the quaint, friendly atmosphere at song of the sea...we stayed at a pricier place 4 years ago, but wanted something less expensive, and oceanfront...we were thrilled with our accomodations...we loved breakfast outside on the patio next to the pond...our two kids were able to use bikes, free of charge, to ride around to different souvenir shops...the people working in the office were very friendly and approachable...

  • Liked — breakfast on the patio next to pond
  • Disliked — mosquitoes
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay July 2008
  • Visit was for Quality time with family
  • Traveled with Family with teenagers
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since August 03, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, People with disabilities, Great pool scene, Pet owners
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun
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Great Place

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5 of 5 stars
NanTam 2 contributions
Miami, FL.
Jul 31, 2008 | Trip type: Family
1/1 found this review helpful

The hotel was very nice. The rooms were nicer then the usual hotel rooms. The beach was great. My family & I stayed for three days and we wish we could go back again. The free buffet breakfast was quite nice and the fresh waffles were a plus. If you are looking for relaxation, fun & sun on your vacation, then Sanibel is the place to be

  • Liked — Free Breakfast & Bike Rentals
  • Disliked — Nothing
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay July 2008
  • Visit was for Quality time with family
  • Traveled with Family with teenagers
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since April 07, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, People with disabilities
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun
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Song of the Sea is great, very quiet, clean, friendly employees

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5 of 5 stars
stormwolf72 1 contribution
ohio
Jul 10, 2008 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

We had a poolside view room, gulf beach is just steps away, property is very well maintained. Room was cleaned everyday w/fresh towels. Property is very quiet, comfortable, perfect for a couples getaway. Staff was very friendly & helpful. Daily breakfast was good, bagels, waffels, fruit, etc..Free bike rentals were a plus as much of the island has bike trails. Would definetely recommend & can't wait to go back!! Not recommended for families with young children!!

  • Liked — It was quiet with no loud children or parties
  • Disliked — Parking
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay July 2008
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since May 14, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure
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Best Weekend Ever

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5 of 5 stars
heidi439 1 contribution
miami, florida
Jul 8, 2008 | Trip type: Couples

We just returned from a very romantic weekend on Sanibel Island. We stayed at the Song of the Sea and it was wonderful. I've been to Sanibel many times, but a first at this hotel. I will definitely stay here again. The staff was friendly and helpful. The rooms are spacious and elegantly decorated. If you want to relax and unwind this is the hotel to come to.

  • Liked — It's small, quiet, and relaxing
  • Disliked — No restuarant on site, but one is next door.
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay July 2008
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since July 08, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun
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Average price*: $227 (year-round)
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863 E. Gulf Dr., Sanibel Island, FL 33957