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West Wind Inn

3-star Hotel with Restaurant

3 stars

3345 West Gulf Drive, Sanibel, FL 33957

+1 239 472 1541
8.4
Very good

based on 443 reviews

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About West Wind Inn, Sanibel

Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.6
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.9
Facilities
8.9
Featuring an outdoor pool, West Wind Inn is situated in Sanibel and provides peaceful accommodation. It offers 3-star accommodation and views of the pool. There are a variety of amenities available to guests of West Wind Inn Sanibel Island, including bicycle rental, a 24-hour reception and a kids pool. In addition, the multilingual staff are on hand to provide assistance. Rooms at the resort come with microwaves, hair dryers and refrigerators. They are also fitted with a shower and an oven. West Wind Inn provides a variety of in-house dining options with Normandie Seaside Pub and The Upper Deck. Southwest Florida International Airport is a 55-minute drive from West Wind Inn Sanibel Island. Sanibel Island Light is a brief car ride from the property.

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Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee shop
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safe

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental
  • Gift shop

Services and conveniences

  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • 24hr front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Health and safety

  • Safe

Pool

  • Pool

West Wind Inn Reviews

8.4
Very goodBased on 443 verified guest reviews
8.6Friends
8.2Solo
8.1Families
8.4Couples
Pros +
  • "Great view, clean room." (in 15 reviews)
  • Nice balcony with two Adirondack chairs. (in 3 reviews)
  • We loved the private beach with complimentary paddle board rentals. (in 2 reviews)
Cons -
  • We always rent umbrella and chairs. (in 4 reviews)
  • No see ums are bad on island. (in 2 reviews)
  • The Red Tide spoiled my stay. (in 3 reviews)

West Wind Inn room booking info

Value for money

8.9

Location rating

9.6

Distance to city center

5.2 mi

Nearest Airport

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Distance to airport

22.5 mi

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Frequently asked questions

  • How does West Wind Inn compare to other 3 star hotels in Sanibel?

    3 star hotels in Sanibel typically cost $328/night, but West Wind Inn is typically available for $96/night, and is rated equally to its competitors.

  • How far is West Wind Inn from Fort Myers SW Florida Intl?

    If you're looking to go directly from Fort Myers SW Florida Intl to West Wind Inn, expect a 1h 7min drive as they are around 22.5 mi apart.

  • What is the best way to get to West Wind Inn from Fort Myers SW Florida Intl?

    If you intend on renting a car to travel from Fort Myers SW Florida Intl to the hotel, you will have peace of mind knowing that West Wind Inn offers parking on site. Car rentals in the area typically go for $35/day for a base model rental. Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to West Wind Inn. The nearest airport to the hotel is Fort Myers SW Florida Intl.

  • Is West Wind Inn pet-friendly?

    West Wind Inn welcomes pets at their venue.

  • Are there food options at West Wind Inn?

    West Wind Inn does have a restaurant on site that guests and non-guests can use. Ask the front desk for kitchen hours or call West Wind Inn at +1 239 472 1541.

  • Does West Wind Inn have a pool?

    Yes, West Wind Inn has a pool that customers can use. Typically, hotel pools have restrictions based on the time of day so be sure to speak to the front desk before using the pool.

  • How close is West Wind Inn to Sanibel city center?

    The city center nearest to West Wind Inn is Sanibel, which is 5.2 mi away from the hotel’s front door. There, you can find Sanibel Island Lighthouse, which is a popular sight in the area.

  • What is the phone number for West Wind Inn?

    For assistance from an employee at West Wind Inn please call +1 239 472 1541.

  • Does West Wind Inn have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, West Wind Inn has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for West Wind Inn?

    11:00 AM is the check-out time at West Wind Inn. Late check-out may be available at the hotel's discretion.

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West Wind Inn location: 3345 West Gulf Drive, Sanibel, FL 33957

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