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An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pool in the background.

A modern indoor space with a large table, chairs, and a television.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A modern reception desk with a digital display, a cash register, and a customer service counter.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ft Myers Beach-Sanibel Gateway by IHG

18.3 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Gigette

S$133

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a small round table, and a decorative wall with artwork.

A grocery store with shelves stocked with snacks, beverages, and dairy products.

A reception desk with a wooden panel design, a welcome sign for 'Sunshine State', and a motivational rug on the floor.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and artwork on the walls.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Myers Beach/Sanibel Gateway

18.1 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Christina

S$123

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern chandelier.

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, a small building, and a basketball court surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel

14.7 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

jennifer

S$123

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel pool area with multiple lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and palm trees.

A reception area with a beach view mural, a staircase, and a reception desk.

A modern lobby with a white brick wall, a flat-screen TV, and colorful abstract paintings. There are several seating areas with different styles of chairs.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and artwork.

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway

15.3 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Samantha

S$106

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A row of turquoise Adirondack chairs with umbrellas, a wooden deck, and a marina in the background.

A swimming pool with a thatched roof overhead, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered patio area.

A marina with rows of blue Adirondack chairs under turquoise umbrellas, wooden docks, and boats.

A covered outdoor area with a boat-shaped planter filled with plants, surrounded by rocks and palm trees.

5. Latitude 26 Waterfront Boutique Resort - Fort Myers Beach

16.4 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Hoyda

S$135

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A balcony with a table and chairs, large windows, and a view of the sea.

An outdoor seating area with round tables and pink cushions, palm trees, and string lights against a twilight sky.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, and a building with a tiled roof.

6. The Westin Cape Coral Resort At Marina Village

15.5 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

ricardo

S$266

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A beach with a variety of seashells and pebbles.

A landscaped area with palm trees and a view of the ocean.

A hammock between palm trees with a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a bed, a view of the beach, and a window with curtains.

7. Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Mid Island, 6.6 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Shana

S$291

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a floor lamp, a dining table, and a sofa.

A dining area with a table set for two, a television mounted on the wall, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

A modern bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small table with a vase, two armchairs, and a painting on the wall.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a dish drying rack.

8. Lazy Cuckoo Inn

17.4 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Bruce

S$117

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A beach view from a balcony with a pool, palm trees, and a building with a balcony.

A beach with a pier extending into the water, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a sandy beach in front, and palm trees.

A spacious kitchen with a dining area, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

9. Edison Beach House

15.5 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Angie

S$302

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A swimming pool with a rock arch structure, a multi-story building with balconies, and palm trees in the background.

A spacious lobby with a large wooden tree sculpture, comfortable seating areas, and large windows offering ocean views.

A beachfront hotel with multiple buildings, a sandy beach, and a water body in the background.

A balcony with a wooden table, two glasses of red wine, and a bottle of wine. The balcony overlooks a beach and a building with multiple balconies.

10. Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

14.9 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Mario

S$404

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern dining area with wooden flooring, white chairs, and large windows offering a view of the beach.

A balcony with a pool, white chairs, and a view of the beach and ocean.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets and a wooden floor, a bar area with white chairs, and large windows with a view of the beach and palm trees.

A resort with a beach, palm trees, a pool, and a hotel building.

11. Best Western Plus Beach Resort

15.2 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Radiana

S$309

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A rustic outdoor bathroom with a wooden deck, a white sink, and various seashells scattered around.

A pebbled beach with a calm sea and overcast sky.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a black oven, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a wooden table.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a microwave, and a ceiling fan.

12. Tarpon Tale Inn

East End, 8.9 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Marianella

S$327

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A beach view with rows of empty wine glasses lined up on a balcony.

A multi-story hotel with a blue exterior and balconies.

A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a beach.

13. Lani Kai Beachfront Resort

16 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

ROBERT

S$184

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A waterfront hotel with multiple buildings, a dock, and a calm body of water reflecting the structures.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a chandelier, and large windows offering a view of palm trees and a balcony.

A table set for two on a beach with a view of the sea and distant islands.

A resort pool area with a large pool, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

14. Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

11.2 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Kathleen

S$364

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A balcony with a wooden table and chairs, a hanging chair, and a view of palm trees and a pool.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink. There is a painting of a flamingo on the wall.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a sliding barn door and a painting of a beach on the wall.

A resort with a pool, thatched umbrellas, and palm trees.

15. Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort

7.1 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Lisa

S$276

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A pathway leading to a pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a thatched-roof structure.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with greenery on both sides.

A spacious bar area with wooden flooring and ceiling fans, featuring a central bar counter and multiple seating options.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair and a small table, and a view of a tropical landscape through the window.

16. Sanibel Inn

East End, 7.5 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Tina

S$514

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a thatched-roof structure, and string lights.

A turquoise door with a number 25 sign, a thatched roof, and a small wall-mounted light fixture.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a ceiling fan, a desk, and a sofa.

A room with a bed, a ceiling fan, a kitchenette, and a sign indicating the location as Latitude 26° Waterfront Resorts.

17. Latitude 26 Waterfront Resort & Marina

16.9 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Shontel

S$177

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a stone archway.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the sea through the window.

An outdoor dining area with thatched roofs and string lights, surrounded by tropical plants.

A multi-story hotel with a central atrium, palm trees, and a well-lit exterior.

18. The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites

15.8 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Enza

S$191

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A covered patio with tiled flooring, wooden lounge chairs, and a small table.

A grassy yard with palm trees and a wooden fence.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

19. White Orchid Apartments

15.7 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Laura

S$120

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A large, clear swimming pool with multiple lounge areas and palm trees.

A balcony with a view of the beach, wicker chairs, a table, and a railing.

A beach-themed bar with wicker furniture, a bar counter with a variety of bottles, and a view of the beach through large windows.

20. Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers

15.8 km from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Jose

S$300

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ft Myers Beach-Sanibel Gateway by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Myers Beach/Sanibel Gateway	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway	8.2 Very good 1,378 reviews	View
Latitude 26 Waterfront Boutique Resort - Fort Myers Beach	9.0 Wonderful 1,008 reviews	View

Top JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge Hotel Reviews

Sanibel Island Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Our only complaint is the people next door were very noisy at night -- not the fault of the resort. The rooms are clean, staff is friendly and efficient, the bar was pretty well stocked as we visited the bar two times and parking was easy."

Island Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Me encantó pensamos volver"

Shalimar Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great view of beach from screened balcony. Almost a private pool while we were there for 5 nights. Room was perfect! Staff was very nice."

Sanibel Siesta on the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and close to beach. Rooms nice and it had everything you needed for the beach. Pool wonderful"

Kona Kai Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was absolutely perfect. The only thing I regret is not booking more time here. Perfect location, quiet and peaceful.Very clean,beautiful full kitchen; what more could you ask for?"

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A sunset over the ocean with waves, a bird flying, and a partly cloudy sky.

Sanibel Island Southern Beach

9.4/10 (1,097 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?

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A wooden boardwalk leading to J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge Visitor & Education Center, surrounded by lush greenery.

Sanibel Bayous

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sanibel Bayous during your travels in Sanibel.

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A rustic wooden building with a metal roof, surrounded by trees and a gravel path.

Sanibel Historical Museum and Village

8.0/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sanibel Historical Museum and Village during your trip to Sanibel. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation

Take the family on an outing to Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation during your trip to Sanibel. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum during your travels in Sanibel. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

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BIG Arts Center

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at BIG Arts Center on your trip to Sanibel. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.

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Sanibel Public Library

Sanibel Public Library is just one of the places to see in Sanibel, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

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Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater

You can enjoy a show at Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater during your trip to Sanibel. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this quaint area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge?

JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge is located in a family-friendly area of Sanibel known for its beautiful beaches and bird watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 41 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge?

Island Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this aparthotel offers a private beach and free parking. It's located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge. Other good choices within a few miles include Shalimar Beach Resort and Sanibel Island Beach Resort.

How many hotels can I expect to find near JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge?

Expedia has 41 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge.

What can I see and do near JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum and Sanibel Historical Museum and Village. You can enjoy live performances at BIG Arts Center and Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Gulfside City Park and Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens.

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Our top choices for JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ft Myers Beach-Sanibel Gateway by IHG

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Myers Beach/Sanibel Gateway

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Myers Sanibel

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. Myers-Sanibel Gateway

5. Latitude 26 Waterfront Boutique Resort - Fort Myers Beach

6. The Westin Cape Coral Resort At Marina Village

7. Sanibel Island Beach Resort

8. Lazy Cuckoo Inn

9. Edison Beach House

10. Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

11. Best Western Plus Beach Resort

12. Tarpon Tale Inn

13. Lani Kai Beachfront Resort

14. Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

15. Off the Charts Inn & Out Island Resort

16. Sanibel Inn

17. Latitude 26 Waterfront Resort & Marina

18. The Lighthouse Resort Inn & Suites

19. White Orchid Apartments

20. Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers

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Top JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge Hotel Reviews

Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Island Inn

Shalimar Beach Resort

Sanibel Siesta on the Beach

Kona Kai Motel

Other attractions near JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Sanibel Island Southern Beach

Sanibel Bayous

Sanibel Historical Museum and Village

Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation

Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum

BIG Arts Center

Sanibel Public Library

Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater

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