Location, Location, Location! The hotel is right on the beach, provides beach chairs, very short walk from beach to hotel pool and bar, the property looks like a postcard.
We were at Sanibel for Christmas vacation. The island provided many things to do over the holiday and was very busy. The Holiday Inn offered bikes for rent and there were lots of people biking all over the island.
I must admit for a Holiday Inn; this place is outstanding. The location is excellent and you have the option of using the pool or the beach. They are about 50yds apart and they provide beach chairs. The grounds are kept very nice and the hammocks are quite relaxing.
The rooms come with a frig and microwave so you can stock up on some drinks ...
I stayed here July of 2004 for my honeymoon and could not have been happier. Right on the beach, tiki bar by the pool very clean and has a very tropic feel, staff is very friendly and helpful and gift shop sells food late! Will be staying here again in a week! Can't wait!