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Windward Passage Resort

3.4 (9 reviews)
Closed • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Pool area is great & WiFi is good.
Suzanne L.

We booked this through our timeshare Interval exchange. Our stay here was very nice. We had a 2 bedroom booked and put in Unit #401 Top floor with about a 165ish degree view on all the ocean and side view of the rest of the island. This was nice because the balcony was opened up from the bedroom or thru the living room. This unit was very spacious for an entire family or for just 2 of us. There were fans in each room and made is nice to circulate air with or without using the AC. The furniture was nothing over the top but comfortable. The master bed was comfortable and they gave extra soft blankets stored in the walk in closet. The master bath had a shower only with a seat & was roomy whereas the second bath was a tub/shower combo. Nothing special with the fixtures but did the job. Kitchen was spacious but I did not cook as the stove needed some cleaning and was electric. Who cooks on vacation anyways -- right! I used the blender daily and the coffee pot. Kitchen had all cups, plates etc needed. Pool area was clean although we used the beach everyday as they supplied lounge chairs, pads, umbrellas etc. Thumbs up for this.... I would recommend this place for the the oceanviews and hospitality. The girls (office staff) did a great job with all our questions & placement!!! If you are looking for 5 star - its not here but it did not bother us.

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Place is very clean, location is A+, people are so friendly!! And pool and hot tub are great..its a great relaxing vaca..

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Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina - Family fun -movie at the pool

Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina

(261 reviews)

Absolutely love this hotel. This was our first time back since hurricane ian. The service we…read morereceived from front desk and most staff was amazing. The managers were so attentive and every time we passed by checked in on us to see what activities we had done or suggest new activities for us to do. We loved the kayaking and paddle boards - also rented jet skis 2 separate days. Getting day passes for additional guests was super easy. Love the ease of the bracelets doing everything, being the key, room charge, proof we belong - super easy for everyone to keep track Of! The complimentary breakfast was "ok" nothing spectacular, but still decent. The guy who collected the towels by the pool (seemed like a manager/lead) was rude every single day - to the point we waited to take our towels back a few times to avoid another interaction. We will definitely be back!

My wife and I wanted a quick getaway to clear our heads and reset, and we found this spot down in…read moreFt. Myers that ended up being even better than we expected. The entire area was clean, right on the beach, and the staff was friendly everywhere we went. The resort offers a ton of amenities: free kayaks, bikes, paddleboards, lounge chairs, and umbrellas. They also have paid options like fishing charters and other nearby excursions. There are three pools total -- two family pools and one adults‑only pool -- plus a couple of hot tubs. Our room was amazing. We were on the first floor with a perfect view of the beach. The adults‑only pool was right in front of our balcony, so we could relax, listen to the music, or join the trivia games happening throughout the day. The room itself was spacious and included a kitchenette with a stove, which made it easy to cook if we wanted to. You can stay busy here or do absolutely nothing -- we chose the "chill" route. There are two restaurants and a bar on the property, but if you want more options, you can walk about 15-30 minutes (rough estimate) or drive 2 mins (fyi paid parking) to the main strip with plenty of shops and restaurants. The front desk also told us about a trolley that runs for $0.75 each way or $2.00 for an all‑day pass. Everything was close by, we didn't get in our car until it was time to head home. We'll definitely be coming back. It's a little on the pricier side, but with everything included -- and probably more that I'm forgetting -- it's absolutely worth it.

DiamondHead Beach Resort - Cōste Island Cuisine

DiamondHead Beach Resort

(102 reviews)

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My wife and I stayed here from 8/2-8/8 and absolutely loved it !…read moreSarah checked us in and told us everything we needed to know, next we entered our room which had a great view of the beach from our 9th floor balcony. We ran into Neil Hopgood one morning out front of the hotel and he gave us a great tip to contact John the bellman to help us arrange a sunset tour. John connected us with GulfCoast Tiki Tours and we had an excellent time! Lynnea @ the Cabanas Beach bar on site was excellent pouring us great drinks & talking with us all week. The hotel itself is THE BEST HOTEL ON FMB and we are so happy we booked our vacation there. The beach is beautiful and area is safe & clean. We didn't have a rental car but were able to walk to many restaurants & shops all along Estero Blvd which was great. Only negative is the elevators were extremely SLOW during our stay but otherwise we had a GREAT TIME! I highly recommend this hotel if you vacationing Fort Myers.

DiamondHead has clearly gone through a recent remodel, and you can tell--they've freshened things…read moreup nicely, especially after Hurricane Ian. The newly updated beach bar area is the standout: gorgeous, inviting, and the perfect place to unwind with great live music drifting through the salt air. Now, yes... there's sand everywhere. But you're on a beach, so it's kind of like finding glitter after Christmas--it comes with the territory. The only real hiccup during our stay was the AC. We had to ask twice at the front desk before someone came to take a look, and we spent the first day and a half trying to convince ourselves we "run warm." Once it was fixed, all was well, but a quicker response would've made the stay even smoother. Overall, a lovely resort with fresh upgrades and a stellar beachfront atmosphere--just a little TLC away from being truly top-notch.

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa

(318 reviews)

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Beautiful resort! The views are amazing! The employees were pleasant, polite, and helpful. We did…read morenot have them clean our room during our stay but the women cleaning the rooms on our floor, gave us fresh towels and extra coffee. The resort is large! We didn't visit a couple of the restaurants or the gym, but the restaurants we did dine at were nice, clean, had decent food, and excellent servers. I subtracted a star for an important reason, and actually considered deducting two stars. The doors entering the resort from the outside garage and pool area were not locked for just the guests. Anyone could walk in through the unsupervised area. I have never stayed at a resort or hotel that didn't have the doors locked so only employees or guests could enter with their resort pass. It seemed like a nice area, but the doors should be locked for the protection of the guests and employees. The resort is located near the bridge to cross over to Sanibel Island. There is one restaurant nearby but if you want to dine somewhere besides the hotel, you will need a car or ride-share.

I stayed at the Marriott Sanibel Harbor Resort over the Fourth of July weekend. I had originally…read morehoped to stay in the main tower, but I'm actually glad I ended up in the Captiva Tower. It was noticeably quieter, the pool felt cleaner, and there was much less hustle and bustle. The room itself was comfortable and met my expectations. The beds were comfortable, the pillows were just right, and the view was enjoyable. One word of caution: the shower can get pretty slippery, so be careful. The resort offers a complimentary welcome drink, but I wouldn't really call it complimentary since there's a mandatory $35 daily resort fee that covers various amenities, many of which you may not even use. I also don't drink alcohol, so it wasn't much of a perk for me. I did take advantage of the 24-hour fitness center and was pleasantly surprised. There was a good variety of equipment, the treadmills worked well, and they provided complimentary towels, water, and even apples. My only criticism is that the gym could use a more thorough cleaning. One thing to know before booking is that this resort doesn't have a beach. That wasn't a dealbreaker for me because the pool was very nice. My mother and I drove to Sanibel Beach, which was only about 10-15 minutes away. However, parking was difficult to find, it costs $5 per hour, and the mosquitoes were relentless. Unless you're set on visiting the island, I'd recommend relaxing at the resort instead. The elevators worked well, and every staff member I interacted with was friendly and professional. Overall, there wasn't anything particularly spectacular about this resort, but it provided a relaxing and enjoyable Fourth of July getaway for my family. I would recommend it to others. Personally, I probably wouldn't stay here again, although I wouldn't hesitate if it were my only option.

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach - @ftmyersbeach @margaritaville

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach

(139 reviews)

Our family was excited to experience the new Margaritaville in Fort Myers Beach. We are Floridians,…read morefrom the other coast, and we have always enjoyed FMB, which is only a few hours away. Upon arriving, we were told that a luggage cart was only available through a bellhop service. They only offer valet, as a side note. When we checked in, we did receive a complimentary margarita, but no smiles or warmth. This carried on throughout the weekend; none of the staff seemed pleased to be there, and only one of them even smiled back or said hello. The room was clean and new, and the theming is on point. It is a beautiful place and as a PH, I truly enjoyed the music and the decor. Everything is so Margaritaville -- colors, music, theme. All 10/10. When it came to restaurant staff, we had the opposite experience and everyone was friendly and knowledgeable. We enjoyed our time at the downstairs bar and at the JWB, which is more of an upscale dining experience with a beautiful view of the beach. The pool does not open until 9am, but we brought our own tent and chairs because we were researched and knew that the public beach is right next to the resort. This was the best move we could have made! Highly recommend if you're driving and can bring your own beach supplies. I do believe that you can have a complimentary umbrella and 2 chairs as an overnight guest, but we were pleased to be able to have our own space. The other thing worth mentioning is that you cannot bring food or drink into the pool area -- not even from their own restaurant/bar. I purchased lunch from the downstairs restaurant and as I was waiting to bring it to the beach, I was told that I could not bring my drink into the pool area right next door. It's all one resort, and organization, but I assume they are worried about people bringing their own cocktails in the cups they provide. There should be an option to show your receipt or at least people should be aware of that before they spend $15 plus on a drink at a POOL/ BEACH BAR. I would say that we had a great experience because we were with family and the beach is stunning regardless of where you stay. The weather in July is touch and go, so we were blessed with mostly clear days. Would I recommend a stay here? No. I think that there are many other places with the same view and a similar experience, and we felt like we were charged for every little thing, plus the unfriendly staff. Even as we were checking out and making several trips to our vehicle, housekeeping kept trying to enter our room (before check out) no matter how many times I explained we were still working on moving out.

Marketed as smoke-free but it's definitely not. Smoking cigarettes, marijuana and vaping was…read morehappening T the pool as well as on the balconies. Cigarette butts were on the property as well. It was gross. Valet took forever due to them being open to the public so hotel guests are not the priority unfortunately. Honestly the bad outweighed the good. Resort is overpriced and not as nearly as clean as other reviews said. Rooms are nice though. Unable to use balcony due to people smoking. The beach is nice. IMO it's not worth the money, especially if you want a smoke free vacation resort. Beware, there's a quiet section by the pool but no staff likes to work it because they think you're not spending money. We had to go to bar for service. Oh, the gym is nice too. So it's not all bad, just mostly. Food was meh. We left the property to eat better quality food. My expectations were not met, that's for sure.

Tortuga Beach Club Resort

Tortuga Beach Club Resort

(15 reviews)

Great spot on the Island! Beautiful property, staff was attentive and informative! We spend the…read moreChristmas break down there and were beyond happy with the resort, ammenities and the Island. Check out the spot next door for lunch or adult beverages! You can rent bikes and have them delivered and picked up at the resort. Beach towels were provided along with 2 beach chairs. Outdoor grills are awesome and a great way to make friends. All guests we met have been coming down there for years. They are all like family and treated us like their family!

My in-laws have a time share here that we get to use often and it's a very nice place to stay…read more Units are very well kept and just recently had many updates done to them, especially the all new kitchens. Parking is abundant, that includes covered and uncovered parking areas. The pool area is very nice as well with a screened in bar area for drinks, and a hot tub off to the side as well. They also have gas grills available for people that would like to eat in, they aren't the best grills ever but easily get the job done. The resort has 3 "paths" to walk down to the beach which is about a mile and half from the light house. Also the resort office has umbrellas available to rent, a small reading library, and movies available as well. Some things I'm not overly crazy about but they don't really ruin the experience is that the hot tub is way too hot to enjoy if you are there during the summer months. I could see in the winter time it being refreshing but during the summer months they should turn the temperature down on the water. While the resort does have free wifi, the coverage is not very good. Most of the walking paths are gravel so if you are going barefoot you had better toughen up them feet. Overall staying here is a very enjoyable experience and I'd definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a place to stay while on the island.

Pointe Estero Resort - Living Area

Pointe Estero Resort

(29 reviews)

Fantastic stay! I was in town for a family event and spent a week here. The rooms were spacious,…read morespotless, and very comfortable. The front desk staff went above and beyond, offering great local dinner recommendations. The beach views from my room were absolutely spectacular. The area around the hotel was super convenient there's a Publix nearby along with plenty of shops, cafes, and other amenities just a short drive away. Tiki bar next door was awesome! Everything you might need is close at hand. I'd definitely stay here again!

Clean place!!! Stayed for a week in June on a family vacation with 4 adults. The pool is absolutely…read morewonderful and so is the hot tub- both open til 10! We had a gulf view 2 bedroom on the the 7th floor. The room comes with many amenities including practically anything you'd need in the kitchen except for a pizza pan! One watch out- the beach is a very far walk from the resort. Definitely not a great choice for those who cannot walk that far or need a bathroom near. Another big watch out - rooms on the north side of the building from about the 6th floor down have large palm trees obscure the view of the gulf!!! They rental chairs and umbrellas are convenient but are taken up very early around 2:30 pm - disappointing given the cost Our kitchen was flooded the 1st night by the upstairs apartment's ice maker waterline. It's just an unfortunate event but did waste a good part of our first day towel drying the floor and carpet. The front desk offered to dry vac it but we opted against it since we'd already got most of it blotted up. The front desk does a towel exchange for the pool towels which eliminates the nuisance of drying towels from the pool. We really enjoyed the grills and lovely landscaping. I would gladly stay again for the quality of everything.

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