West Wind Inn

A gulf-front beach resort on Sanibel Island in Florida, West Wind Inn provides direct access to the white sand beaches that mark Florida’s Gulf Coast. There’s no shortage of things to do at this property, and some of the perks of staying here include a 500-foot stretch of private beach, a heated pool, a sun deck, shuffleboard, corn hole, and bike and paddleboard rentals. When it’s time to eat, the Normandie Seaside Cafe is available for breakfast, lunch and dinner, while the Upper Deck is a pool bar that serves smaller meals. What’s more, this property has 103 guest rooms, each with complimentary Wi-Fi access, a kitchenette or a full kitchen, and a private enclosed balcony or a patio. Recent guests agree that the beautiful ocean views and direct beach access are a significant draw, but they also note that the dated accommodations could use several upgrades.