Planning an Event in Sanibel & Captiva Islands
Sanibel & Captiva Islands at a glance
Average hotel room cost
USD 300
Average meal cost
USD 65
Largest hotel
465 rooms
Total hotels
59
Total rooms
1,898
Number of convention centers
0
Convention center space
0 sq. ft.
Largest convention room
0 sq. ft.
Highlights of Sanibel & Captiva Islands
1. What's New on Sanibel Island
Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum
Explore our newest addition: an aquarium gallery filled with living mollusks (the animals that create shells). Engage with animals in our two touch pools & learn from our educational staff about the mollusks you're holding!
2. Unique Off-site Dining
Cheeburger Cheeburger
Family-friendly fast-food chain serving build-your-own burgers & shakes in a vintage 1950s setting. With 13 TVs scattered around the spacious 32-seat bar, which — complete with classic diner stools — is light, bright and inviting.
3. Group Activity
J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge, an over 6,000-acre wildlife refuge, is home to numerous native birds, raccoons, otter, alligator, and other wildlife. The refuge features delightful footpaths, winding canoe trails, and a four-mile scenic drive, all of which are lush with native plants.
1. What's New on Sanibel Island
Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum
Explore our newest addition: an aquarium gallery filled with living mollusks (the animals that create shells). Engage with animals in our two touch pools & learn from our educational staff about the mollusks you're holding!
2. Unique Off-site Dining
Cheeburger Cheeburger
Family-friendly fast-food chain serving build-your-own burgers & shakes in a vintage 1950s setting. With 13 TVs scattered around the spacious 32-seat bar, which — complete with classic diner stools — is light, bright and inviting.
3. Group Activity
J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge, an over 6,000-acre wildlife refuge, is home to numerous native birds, raccoons, otter, alligator, and other wildlife. The refuge features delightful footpaths, winding canoe trails, and a four-mile scenic drive, all of which are lush with native plants.