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    Sanibel Public Library

    517 Reviews
    #1 of 33 things to do in Sanibel Island
    Traveler Resources, Libraries
    Closed Now: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    770 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel Island, FL 33957-4016
    Open today: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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    “Jewel on Sanibel”

    The newly renovated Sanibel Public Library greatly deserves its five-star rating from the American... read more

    Reviewed 6 days ago
    Carmela L
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    San Diego, California
    “AMAZING”

    We stayed on Sanibel for a week and rode our bikes to the library and were totally amazed at the... read more

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Ilovebay
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    Willoughby, Ohio
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    5.0517 reviews
    • Excellent87%
    • Very good11%
    • Average1%
    • Poor1%
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    “children's section”(27 reviews)
    “great selection of books”(16 reviews)
    “book sale”(11 reviews)
    About
    Sanibel Public Library is nearing completion of "Your Library Reimagined" project. All Library services may not be available at all times during the remodel, (like meeting rooms, the shell display). Please call the Library before your visit if you...more
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    770 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel Island, FL 33957-4016
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    All reviews children's section great selection of books book sale audio books beautiful building visitor card small community jigsaw puzzle screened porch large print small island rainy day very helpful staff on display all ages great place to visit computers
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    Not as great as I expected

    If you need to use the computers or grab a another book this is the place but it was kind of cold and institutional, not what we expected. Near the farmers market so an easy stop after the market.

    Date of experience: March 2018
    Thank pearlyww
    Reviewed 6 days ago
    Jewel on Sanibel

    The newly renovated Sanibel Public Library greatly deserves its five-star rating from the American Library Association. The friendly staff help locals and visitors feel at home. We were on the island for a week and I was happy to support the library with my purchase...More

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank Carmela L
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    AMAZING

    We stayed on Sanibel for a week and rode our bikes to the library and were totally amazed at the beauty of this building. It's an oasis of comfort and style. There is a beautiful screened in porch with rocking chairs that overlook a pond...More

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank Ilovebay
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Fatastic place and great staff.

    Been a member of the library for six years now even though I live abroad and visit for a month a year to the island. Love their selection of books and digital audio books and the fact that I can access the digital materials from...More

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank RetiredWanderer65
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Newly renovated

    New renovations have significantly opened up the space and made it comfortable and more efficient. The book and audio visual selections remain excellent.

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank 37jumlas
    Reviewed December 16, 2018
    Gorgeous library!

    Beautiful building, very well designed, all kinds of excellent services available, great staff -- there is a reason why the Sanibel Library is world-famous!

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank invertpaleo
    Reviewed December 12, 2018
    Excellent. Wonderful library

    Recently renovated ....large, beautiful. Fantastic online resources. Staff are very helpful. The addition is very large. As expected there is a complete Florida and wildlife section. Regularly the bring in guest noted authors. Also a good selection of films and documentaries areavaiable

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank CanadaKaye2018
    Reviewed December 7, 2018
    The biggest library we have ever been in

    Excellent choice of books and such helpful staff. We found books there that we have been trying to get at our local library in Alton.

    Date of experience: November 2018
    Thank X8856VTjohnd
    Reviewed December 5, 2018 via mobile
    Great for kids!

    We woke up to a chilly day here on Sanibel and were looking for an indoor activity. We attended storytime with our 3 and 5 year old, and it was great!! I highly recommend a visit!

    Date of experience: December 2018
    1  Thank beccahammond
    Reviewed November 6, 2018 via mobile
    Best Yet

    Everything you want in a Library and more: Plenty of books/magazines/periodicals Plenty of children’s materials and spaces Plenty of adult reading and relaxing spaces Constant educational/literary/social activities Full-on Tech access with WiFi/AI/Printing - User Laptops- has even 3d Printing Oh, by the way... Almost 360...More

    Date of experience: November 2018
    Thank Richard F
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    TilyTD
    October 28, 2016|
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    Response from Sanlib L | Property representative |
    You may purchase a Visitor Card for $10, good for one year. Use that card to check out books, movies, music, magazines, and more -- up to 30 items at one time. Also use your Visitor Card to download ebooks and audiobooks... More
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    DangieMaryland
    December 21, 2015|
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    Response from Sanlib L | Property representative |
    Yes, you can print at Sanibel Public Library. It is ten cents per page for black & white. One dollar for a color print out. No charge to use the WiFi. Please call the Library at (239) 472-2483 to ask a specific question... More
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