Ybel Travel Guide
Sanibel


Popular places to visit

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

Sanibel Island Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Sanibel with a trip to Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Bowman's Beach
Relax and revel in a visit to one of the area’s most beautiful beaches, great for swimming, fishing and finding special seashells.

Periwinkle Way
The island’s spine is also its commercial hub. Drive or bike the road’s length to find attractions and discover many stores and restaurants.

J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
See almost anything that flies, swims or crawls in Florida in this protected area. Become acquainted with wildlife while learning about varied species.

Causeway Islands Park B
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Causeway Islands Park B might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sanibel. Wander the seaside or discover the breathtaking sunrises in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Ybel

Casa Ybel Resort
Very nice landscaping; all units are right on the beach, spacious 1 BR efficiency
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
This place is absolutely disgusting… I have stayed at the one in Hollywood Florida which was awesome.. it’s not safe, I had two men follow me up to my floor. I had to leave a day early because I was so scared. I told the staff and they could have cared less. They were too busy talking about their ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
The staff at this place were EXTREMELY rude except for the staff that checked us in one out! We had breakfast at the Sundeck, the food was not made fresh it was prepared ahead of time and there was a confrontation between a staff member and a customer in we actually thought that someone was going ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Sanibel Island Beach Resort
The staff was very courteous and helpful. Nice pool area.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Trianon Bonita Bay
The hotel is in a great location, overall it’s clean however it’s very dated on the inside, especially the rooms. If they would improve the rooms and the common area amenities and modernize them, it would be a very good hotel. I believe that this needs to be done sooner rather than later.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Fort Myers Central
Clean room
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ybel

Butterknife
While there might not be top attractions in Butterknife, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Periwinkle Way.

Beachview Country Club Estates
While visiting Beachview Country Club Estates, you might make a stop by sights like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.

Gumbo Limbo
Though Gumbo Limbo may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Golf Club.

Mid Island
If you're spending some time in Mid Island, Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Bright Water
Though Bright Water may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum.

Murex Lakes
While there might not be top attractions in Murex Lakes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum.
