Located near the beach, The Anchor Inn is in Mid Island, a neighbourhood in Sanibel. Key West Express and Sanibel Island Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Periwinkle Way and Cape Coral Farmers Market. Ready for a night out? Consider Lighthouse Restaurant & Bar and Suncoast Credit Union Arena. Visit our Sanibel travel guide
1245 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL, 33957
What's nearby
Periwinkle Way
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Sanibel Island Southern Beach
20 min walk - 1.7 km
Sanibel Island Golf Club
20 min walk - 1.7 km
Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center
1 min drive - 1.4 km
Dunes Golf and Tennis Club
2 min drive - 1.7 km
Getting around
Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
41 min drive
Restaurants
Jerry's Foods
16 min walk
Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille
5 min drive
Gramma Dot's
3 min drive
Turtles Tiki Bar
3 min drive
The Lighthouse Cafe
9 min walk
About this property
The Anchor Inn
Hotel near Sanibel Island Southern Beach
The Anchor Inn provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An outdoor pool
Free self-parking
Free bike hire, charcoal grills and smoke-free property
Outdoor furniture and a nature reserve
Room features
All guest rooms at The Anchor Inn feature thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
Hairdryers and shampoo
55-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and cable channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, patios and separate sitting areas
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free uncovered self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Things to do
Free bicycle rentals
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
In-room kitchenette
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Virtual front desk
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping on request
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
In a nature reserve
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A damage deposit of USD 150 will be collected before check-in.
Resort fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per stay
The resort fee includes:
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Laundry facilities
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Frequently asked questions
Does The Anchor Inn have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at The Anchor Inn?
As of 14 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Anchor Inn on 19 Oct 2026 start from €155, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is The Anchor Inn pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at The Anchor Inn?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Anchor Inn?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Anchor Inn?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Anchor Inn located?
Located in Mid Island, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Sanibel and Captiva Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center and Sanibel Island Golf Club are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Reviews
The Anchor Inn Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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The property is very clean and neat. The thought put in to the details made our trip easy. The access to bicycles, laundry and beach equipment made our week smooth. The cottages were clean, so aesthetically pleasing and well thought out. We would definitely recommend this stay.
We had a queen room in the motel portion and loved it. 2 full bathrooms with a nice sized kitchen area and separate bedroom. The back view was of the pond, area well kept and pretty.
The laundry facilities was great to have and plenty of bath and beach towels stocked there each morning. Plenty of beach chairs and umbrellas. Very quiet
Very quaint little motel, beautifully renovated, the king studio is very nice modern and elegant furnishings. Staff was very helpful and extremely polite. Self check in was very easy, once I read the message from the staff, everything you need is at the facility. Location is is perfect, midisland lots of restaurants within a 5 to 10 minute drive. We will definitely be staying here in the future. I highly recommend.
Beautiful place with great amenities. The rooms are well decorated and very clean. We also really loved 2 bathrooms and a full kitchen. The outdoor space is just perfect to spend time after the beach.
We had a wonderful stay at The Anchor Inn! Our room was very clean and well decorated. They have excellent amenities that we used throughout the stay including the laundry room, bikes, pool, and beach equipment with beautiful beaches within a mile of the Inn. Will definitely be coming back!
Wonderful stay. Super cozy and close to everything. Just a short bike ride (bikes included on property) to Nerita Beach. We felt right at home for our weekend stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Sebastian
18 Mar 2026
Thoughtfully renovated with a lot of extra kid, friendly amenities.
A great place to stay on Sanibel! We loved the bikes and used them to ride all over the island (they have baskets which is also helpful). The beach is <1 mile away and less 8 min bike ride. The rooms are well decorated, updated, and good for a short stay. We did find someone else's shorts under the bed and a few of the dishes weren't clean, so a little more attention needs to be put on cleaning, but overall the unit was well kept! It was nice to have a pool - the pool was quite hot and not really refreshing, but to be expected of a pool in the sun in Florida in the summer. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend to others!
OUR NEW FAVORITE HOTEL! Cozy! Clean! All New! So Quaint! Filled with local charm!!! Every amenity you could need!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Richelle
25 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very cute vibe! Location was great -right on main “drag” walking distance to several places but biking is the way to go! So much fun and with the bike paths you can basically go anywhere. Perfect size for two. Very clean and lots of little touches that made it better like the shell cleaning station.
We had a wonderful stay at Anchor Cottage Inn on Sanibel. The location was incredibly convenient, close to everything we needed yet it remained peaceful and quiet even though the property was fully booked during our visit and located off a main road.
We stayed in the Signature Cottage, which was beautifully designed with thoughtful details throughout. It truly felt like everything had been considered, from the clean, easy-to-use laundry machines to the beach chairs and towels ready for use.
A special mention goes to Jane, who was absolutely amazing warm, welcoming, and always available when we had questions. Her recommendations for food and local activities were spot-on and really enhanced our trip.
We would absolutely recommend staying here and wouldn’t hesitate to return.
Really cute place, clean, beautiful renovation, good location, owner was easy to communicate with. The bed was really comfortable. My only negative was that in the king pond view room the AC blows right on the bed. I had a hard time sleeping but my husband was ok. We only stayed one night so I dealt with it but if we were there longer I might've asked to change rooms if the AC was different in another room. But overall I would book again on another trip to Sanibel.
You probably will not stay in one of the triangular cottages. Most rooms look like a one-story motel and are not well represented on the hotel web site. However, everything about the room was high quality and comfortable. Our room (07) overlooked a pond with anhingas, turtles and egrets. Free bikes with helmets and locks, free guest laundry.