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Villa
Palm Villa
Cape Coral, United States
4 bedrooms
Four-Bedroom Villa
$540 per night
Rate based on Dec 4 – Dec 11
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Villa
Cape Coral, United States
4 bedrooms
Four-Bedroom Villa
$540 per night
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Vacation Home
Fort Myers Beach, United States
3 bedrooms
3 Bedrooms Private Vacation Home
$513 per night
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Vacation Home
Fort Myers, United States
2 bedrooms
Two-Bedroom Mobile Home
$224 per night
Rate based on Dec 4 – Dec 11
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Condo
Sanibel, United States
2 bedrooms
Two-Bedroom Apartment
$482 per night
Rate based on Dec 4 – Dec 11
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Vacation Home
3 bedrooms
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Vacation Home
Cape Coral, United States
3 bedrooms
3 Bedrooms Private Vacation Home
$339 per night
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Cottage
Sanibel, United States
2 bedrooms
Two-Bedroom Cottage
$330 per night
Rate based on Dec 4 – Dec 11
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Vacation Home
3 bedrooms
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Vacation Home
Cape Coral, United States
3 bedrooms
3 Bedrooms Private Vacation Home
$458 per night
Rate based on Dec 4 – Dec 11
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Resort
Sanibel, United States
1 bedroom
One-Bedroom with Garden View
$468 per night
Rate based on Dec 4 – Dec 11
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Vacation Home
Cape Coral, United States
3 bedrooms
3 Bedrooms Private Vacation Home
$577 per night
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Resort
Fort Myers, United States
Guest Room, 2 Queen, Preserve View, Captiva Tower, Balcony
$293 per night
Rate based on Dec 4 – Dec 11
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Villa
Cape Coral, United States
5 bedrooms
Five-Bedroom Villa
$518 per night
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Villa
Cape Coral, United States
$565 per night
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Condo
1 bedroom
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Condo
Sanibel, United States
1 bedroom
One-Bedroom Condo
$569 per night
Rate based on Dec 4 – Dec 11
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Condo
Sanibel, United States
2 bedrooms
Two-Bedroom Condo
$260 per night
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Vacation Home
Iona, United States
3 bedrooms
Three-Bedroom House
$263 per night
Rate based on Dec 4 – Dec 11
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Villa
Cape Coral, United States
6 bedrooms
Six-Bedroom Villa
$502 per night
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Vacation Home
3 bedrooms
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Vacation Home
Saint James City, United States
3 bedrooms
3 Bedrooms Private Vacation Home
$245 per night
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Vacation Home
Cape Coral, United States
3 bedrooms
3 Bedrooms Private Vacation Home
$246 per night
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Inn
Sanibel, United States
Premium Cottage, Lanai, Garden View
$571 per night
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Vacation Home
Iona, United States
2 bedrooms
2 Bedrooms Private Vacation Home
$331 per night
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Condo
Saint James City, United States
1 bedroom
One-Bedroom Condo
$155 per night
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Resort
Captiva, United States
Basic Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View (Waterview)
$389 per night
Rate based on Dec 4 – Dec 11
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Villa
Cape Coral, United States
3 bedrooms
Three-Bedroom Villa
$435 per night
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Vacation Home
3 bedrooms
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Vacation Home
Cape Coral, United States
3 bedrooms
3 Bedrooms Private Vacation Home
$303 per night
Rate based on Dec 4 – Dec 11
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Sanibel and Captiva are neighboring barrier islands off Florida’s southwest coast, known for some of the best shelling beaches in the country, protected wildlife areas and a slow, low-rise pace. There are no high-rise towers here, just beach resorts, inns and cottages.
Where to stay
Sanibel has most of the places to stay, from beachfront resorts along West Gulf Drive to small inns near Periwinkle Way, the island’s main road with shops and restaurants.
Captiva, reached by driving across Sanibel, is smaller and more secluded, with resorts known for sunsets and boating.
Things to do
Go shelling at low tide, bike the island’s paths, and visit the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge for birds and wildlife. Captiva is a classic spot for sunset.
Best times to visit
Best overall: March through May: warm, dry and sunny, with good shelling and active wildlife.
Best value: Summer and early fall bring the lowest rates and the quietest beaches.
Busiest: January through April, when winter visitors fill the islands and rates peak.
Weather to know: Summer is hot and humid with daily afternoon storms. Hurricane season runs June through November, peaking from mid-August through early October.
Getting there
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers is about 40 minutes from Sanibel. A toll causeway connects the island to the mainland.
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Among the vacation rentals we list in Sanibel & Captiva, nightly prices start at $98 and the typical stay is about $313 a night. 9 are $150 or less. Prices are sample rates for the dates shown on each stay and change with your dates, so open the deal to see your exact price.
The typical nightly price is about $313 in Sanibel & Captiva, compared with Amelia Island & Fernandina Beach $237, Anna Maria Island $372, Bradenton Beach $232, Cape San Blas $370, Clearwater Beach $253, Destin $255, Indian Rocks Beach $177, Key West $450, Marco Island $481, Mexico Beach $318, Navarre Beach $243, Panama City Beach $233, Pensacola Beach $218, Santa Rosa Beach & 30A $413, Siesta Key $298 nearby. Prices vary with size and dates, so compare the stays that fit your group.
Yes. 2 stays we list welcome pets. Use the Pet friendly filter to see them, and check pet fees and rules on the partner’s page before you book.
Of the stays we list, 4 have a hot tub and 26 have a pool. Use the Hot Tub and Pool filters to see them; pools at some resorts are shared or seasonal, so check the listing.
Yes. 15 stays have four or more bedrooms, up to 6. Use the Large groups filter, and check how many guests each one sleeps.
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