What is the water and sand quality of the Sanibel beach?

The coastline of Sanibel beach is covered with snow-white sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Sanibel beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Sanibel beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Sanibel beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Sanibel beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Sanibel beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Sanibel beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Sanibel beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Sanibel beach?

Sanibel beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Senior people</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sanibel beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Sanibel beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Rosalita's Cantina Sanibel is the closest place located 1700 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Sanibel beach?

There are 210 places to stay in the Sanibel beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Sanibel beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8427752&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Blue Dolphin Hotel</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6903843&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">West End Paradise 3</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6903842&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">West End Paradise 2</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4532976&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sundial C408</a></li></ul>

How far is the Sanibel beach from parking?

The Sanibel beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

What is the best time of the year to visit Sanibel beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Sanibel beach is August. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 31°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 19°C and water 19°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Sanibel beach (Florida) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Sanibel beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.

Photo of Sanibel beach with white sand surface

Photo of Sanibel beach with turquoise pure water surface

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Sanibel beach

Q: Are there any attractions nearby Sanibel beach?

There are 4 attractions near Sanibel beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) - Visitor Education Center located in 1.2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

Sanibel Island, United States

7.9

#78 out of 266 in Florida 0

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access White sand Sand bottom Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Ybel • 5.5 km

Map of beach

Park J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge

1.6km

Park Bowman's Beach Park

2.5km

Park Walker Preserve

3.7km

Hiking Area Calusa Shell Mound Trail Parking

3.7km

Park Wulfert Eagle Buffer at the Sanctuary

4.6km

Park Sanibel Captiva Road

5.9km

Park Albright Island Preserve

6.3km

Park Patterson Island Preserve

7km

Park Buck Key Preserve

8.1km

Restaurant Normandie Seaside Café

8.4 - Very good 560m

Restaurant Rosalita's Cantina Sanibel

9.8 - Exceptional 1.3km

Restaurant The Sandbar

9 - Excellent 2.1km

Seafood Restaurant Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille

2.7km

Restaurant Over Easy Cafe

9.4 - Excellent 2.7km

Restaurant Savoury Spoon

9.6 - Exceptional 2.9km

Restaurant Timbers Restaurant & Fish Market

8.8 - Excellent 2.9km

Restaurant Spoondrift Island Bowls

9.8 - Exceptional 2.9km

Restaurant Sanibel Grill

9 - Excellent 3km

Tourist Attraction Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) - Visitor Education Center

9 - Excellent 1.2km

Tourist Attraction "Ding" Darling Refuge Tram Tour

9.2 - Excellent 1.5km

Museum Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Bowman's Beach

9.2 - Excellent 2.7km

Tourist Attraction Hirdie-Girdie Gallery

9.2 - Excellent 2.9km

Tourist Attraction Tower Gallery An Artist Co-Op

9.4 - Excellent 3km

Museum Sanibel Historical Museum and Village

3.4km

Tourist Attraction Gulfside City Park Beach

9.2 - Excellent 4.1km

Tourist Attraction Sanibel Custom Charters

10 - Exceptional 4.5km

Performing Arts Theater BIG ARTS Sanibel

3.5km

Historical Landmark Sanibel Lighthouse

9.7km

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About

Sanibel beach is located on the Gulf of Mexico (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 78th place out of 266 beaches in the Florida region 491.1 km away from its center, the city of Tallahassee. It is one of the beaches of Ybel settlement, just 5.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

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+29 ^o C +27 ^o C

Air temperature

5.4 M/S

Wind

+30 ^o C

Water temperature

0.6 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Ybel • 5.5 km

Map of beach

Park J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge

1.6km

Park Bowman's Beach Park

2.5km

Park Walker Preserve

3.7km

Hiking Area Calusa Shell Mound Trail Parking

3.7km

Park Wulfert Eagle Buffer at the Sanctuary

4.6km

Park Sanibel Captiva Road

5.9km

Park Albright Island Preserve

6.3km

Park Patterson Island Preserve

7km

Park Buck Key Preserve

8.1km

Restaurant Normandie Seaside Café

8.4 - Very good 560m

Restaurant Rosalita's Cantina Sanibel

9.8 - Exceptional 1.3km

Restaurant The Sandbar

9 - Excellent 2.1km

Seafood Restaurant Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille

2.7km

Restaurant Over Easy Cafe

9.4 - Excellent 2.7km

Restaurant Savoury Spoon

9.6 - Exceptional 2.9km

Restaurant Timbers Restaurant & Fish Market

8.8 - Excellent 2.9km

Restaurant Spoondrift Island Bowls

9.8 - Exceptional 2.9km

Restaurant Sanibel Grill

9 - Excellent 3km

Tourist Attraction Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) - Visitor Education Center

9 - Excellent 1.2km

Tourist Attraction "Ding" Darling Refuge Tram Tour

9.2 - Excellent 1.5km

Museum Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Bowman's Beach

9.2 - Excellent 2.7km

Tourist Attraction Hirdie-Girdie Gallery

9.2 - Excellent 2.9km

Tourist Attraction Tower Gallery An Artist Co-Op

9.4 - Excellent 3km

Museum Sanibel Historical Museum and Village

3.4km

Tourist Attraction Gulfside City Park Beach

9.2 - Excellent 4.1km

Tourist Attraction Sanibel Custom Charters

10 - Exceptional 4.5km

Performing Arts Theater BIG ARTS Sanibel

3.5km

Historical Landmark Sanibel Lighthouse

9.7km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.9 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

4km

Bowman's beach

7.3 Good

4.7km

Tarpon Bay beach

7.1 Good

6.4km

Silver Key beach

5.3 Tolerable

7.5km

Blind Pass beach

7 Good

7.8km

Turner beach

7.2 Good

10.8km

Sanibel Island North

6 Pleasant

11km

Lighthouse beach

7.4 Good

12.1km

Captiva beach

7.6 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Ybel • 5.5km

Main locality of province

Tallahassee • 491.1km

Transport

Airport

FMY • 30.8km

Bus Station

Bonita Beach Road Southwest @ Bonita Beach Plant House • 30.8km

Train Station

Venice Train Depot - Public Boat Ramp • 80.3km

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7.9 Very good

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Rafael Dune

Beach Practitioner • 7 months ago

10 Exceptional

We had an amazing time during our stay! The manager was very friendly and the rooms were nicely tucked away. It was great to have a peaceful atmosphere without any young children running around. And the beach definitely lived up to our expectations - there were so many shells, it was incredible! We will definitely be returning in the future.

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Lorena Rivera

Novice Beachgoer • 7 months ago

10 Exceptional

We have been frequent guests at the Blue Dolphin for many years and it remains my preferred choice in Sanibel. If you enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and the traditional Florida style, you will absolutely adore it. It's the closest accommodation to the beach, allowing you to step out of your room and be just a few feet away from the ocean. The location offers more privacy as it is surrounded by privately owned houses, unlike the busier end of the beach with numerous hotels and condos. The manager, Charlene, is fantastic! She is incredibly friendly and helpful, ensuring that you have everything you need for a perfect stay. Hopefully, this place will continue to maintain its charm for years to come!

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Landon Miller

Novice Beachgoer • 7 months ago

10 Exceptional

We had the pleasure of staying here this week and the beauty of this place exceeded our expectations. It's a wonderfully charming and peaceful location, and it's so conveniently close to the beach ❤️ They even provide complimentary chairs, umbrellas, bikes, and beach towels for guests to use. The staff is incredibly friendly and kind. We're definitely planning on returning. We've discovered our new favorite vacation spot!

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Lila K.

Novice Beachgoer • 7 months ago

10 Exceptional

We had a fantastic four-night stay at this place! It's a cozy and peaceful spot with plenty of privacy. The beachfront location is perfect, as it's not too crowded. The staff was incredibly friendly and radiated positive vibes. Natalia, in particular, was exceptionally kind and made us feel right at home. Her warm greetings and hospitality truly made our stay exceptional!

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Larissa Montague

Novice Beachgoer • 7 months ago

10 Exceptional

We have been staying at this beautiful location for many years. There are no tall hotels here (thankfully), instead it has more of a cottage atmosphere, with palm trees and other vegetation, situated on a path that leads directly to the beach. You will find comfortable lounge chairs, beach umbrellas, bikes, and plenty of towels available for your use. The cottages were built with the preservation of natural vegetation in mind, which provides guests with a sense of privacy and allows the place to blend in with the surrounding landscape, something we truly appreciate. It may not be luxurious, but it is clean and comfortable, and the staff is friendly and helpful. Beth, who unfortunately passed away, was a wonderful person, and her husband Ed is also great. We always visit at the same time each year and eagerly anticipate seeing other returning guests at the Blue Dolphin. It is a simple and special place that has everything you need.