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The Anchor Inn

The Anchor Inn
The Anchor Inn – Sanibel Island, FL
The Anchor Inn – Sanibel Island, FL
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 10:00 AM

About The Anchor Inn

Comfortable Accommodations Anchor Inn & Cottages in Sanibel offers comfortable rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Each room includes a washing machine, coffee machine, and free WiFi, ensuring a pleasant stay. Leisure Facilities Guests can enjoy a year-round outdoor swimming pool, heated pool, and outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include a picnic area, bicycle parking, and free on-site private parking. Convenient Location Located 23 mi from Southwest Florida International Airport, the hotel is a short walk from Gulfside Beach (19 minutes) and near attractions such as Sanibel Chamber Of Commerce (0.8 mi) and Sanibel Lighthouse (2.3 mi).

Amenities

  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator

Reviews

4.2 / 5
Great 267 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    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.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    This place had the charm of old Florida that is so hard to find in beach towns. The room was so fresh and clean. It had everything we needed ( stove, frig. cold air and a comfy bed) . We loved the ability to wash our clothes with the on site washer/dryer. They also had chairs, beach wagons, towels, and bikes for anyone to use that is staying! Pool was nice and very clean! I can’t say enough Great things about our stay!! Definitely definitely definitely would stay here again and would recommend to anyone!!!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    It was so beautiful highly recommend

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    We stayed in unit 13

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Our stay was amazing. Enjoyed every part of it. All the amenities provided were great. Also, the location is amazing. Look forward to coming back!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The property was beautiful, easy to navigate, and in a great location. Everything was very clean and the provided supplies and amenities were perfect for our needs and comfort. The property owners communicated clearly and kindly to inform us of their expectations and all the property had to offer! I honestly have no complaints!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    It was clean, cute and easy to access! AC was amazing, bed was comfortable, shower was large, even shampoo, conditioner and body wash!!Everything you needed!Beach was about a 10-15 minute walk away but I didn’t mind. There was a path the whole way!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Loved staying here, very clean

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Very clean beautifully decorated!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Wish pool was a bit cooler, felt like a hot tub

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    I was amazed on how fresh and clean the room was . I am OCD with cleanliness and I can vouch for the cleanliness of the room. Only issue was the pillows. They were too hard and we woke up with a neck ache. Besides that this is all 5 stars .

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    I generally try to avoid self check in places because it's a bit of a hassle with the online identity verification and all that but this place is worth it. Everything is newly renovated and charmingly decorated. A real effort has gone into making this place feel homey and comfortable. There is even a first aid kit!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    This place is so beautiful and fun! We will be taking our parents here for a surprise trip before summer is concluded. Absolutely stunning and the staff was so great. Rapid responses and super helpful!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very classy rooms. They made the most of the space and felt comfortable.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    My family of three, along with our small dog, stayed at the Anchor Inn for a weekend getaway and had a wonderful experience. We stayed in the Lucky 13 unit, which features a comfortable king bedroom and a pullout sofa bed. My daughter prefers sleeping on her air mattress, which actually worked out perfectly because it took up less space and allowed us to relax together on the sofa and enjoy family movie nights. The unit was exceptionally clean and well-maintained. I especially loved the kitchenette—the vintage-style refrigerator and stove are absolutely adorable and add so much character. The design choices throughout the unit are thoughtful and charming. The bed was very comfortable, and the bathroom and shower were surprisingly spacious. The air conditioning worked great, which was especially appreciated after spending time outdoors. While the property is not directly on the beach, it is centrally located and just a short ride away. The owners have thought of everything for beach days, providing bikes, beach chairs, and towels for guests to use. Overall, we had a fantastic stay and would highly recommend the Anchor Inn. We would definitely stay here again.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Beautiful room very neat and decorated lovely. We slept great. Just rebooked!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    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!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Extremely clean, great AC, outstanding staff! I would definitely book there again!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The place is so cute and very clean. It smells really nice the moment you enter. Everything is new and comfty. Staff answers quickly which is great! Little bugs but it’s from the outdoors not the place.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very clean and close to all. Nothing I didn’t like.

Frequently asked questions about The Anchor Inn

Does The Anchor Inn have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Anchor Inn offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Anchor Inn offer parking?
Yes, The Anchor Inn offers free parking on-site.
Does The Anchor Inn have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
The Anchor Inn does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in Sanibel Island, see business hotels in Sanibel Island.
Does The Anchor Inn have a fitness center?
The Anchor Inn does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is The Anchor Inn located, and how walkable is the area?
The Anchor Inn is located at 1245 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL FL 33957. With a Walk Score of null, the area is rated null. A car or rideshare is recommended for most trips in this area.

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