Anchor Inn & Cottages - Sanibel

1950s roadside inn with free cruiser bikes, beach gear, and heated pool on Sanibel Island

Amenities & Facilities

Anchor Inn Sanibel offers a heated outdoor pool with a fenced perimeter and sun loungers. Guests have complimentary access to cruiser bikes with helmets, beach chairs, umbrellas, and wagons for carrying gear. The property also features a shell cleaning station, lawn games like cornhole, and hammocks under the trees.

Room Types & Features

Accommodations range from A-frame cottages with kitchenettes to king studios with private entrances and living areas. Each unit has a private bathroom, air conditioning, and a flat-screen TV, with some rooms offering pond views where guests can watch birds and alligators. All rooms are non-smoking and located on the ground floor.

Location & Surroundings

Anchor Inn of Sanibel sits on Periwinkle Way, within walking distance of restaurants, ice cream shops, and a liquor store. Gulfside Beach is 1.6 km away, reachable via a short bike ride using the hotel's complimentary bikes. Nearby attractions include the Sanibel Lighthouse (3.7 km), Bailey Matthews Shell Museum (5 km), and Sanibel Chamber of Commerce (1.3 km).

Pet-Friendly & Family Accommodations

The hotel is pet-friendly and provides pet bowls and pet baskets for furry guests. Family rooms are available, and the property welcomes all ages with a fenced pool and lawn games. A designated smoking area is available, while the rest of the property is smoke-free.

Outdoor Recreation & Activities

Guests can explore the island on free cruiser bikes with helmets and locks, and also use beach chairs and umbrellas for a day at the shore. On-site, the hotel offers lawn games including cornhole and ring toss, plus picnic tables and barbecue facilities for outdoor dining. Anchor Inn Cottages also provides a tour or class about local culture.

• Location: On Periwinkle Way, 1.6 km from Gulfside Beach
• Rooms: A-frame cottages with kitchenettes and private entrances
• Amenities: Heated outdoor pool, free cruiser bikes, beach gear
• Pet Policy: Pet bowls and baskets provided
• Family: Family rooms, fenced pool, lawn games
• Activities: Shell cleaning station, hammocks, cornhole