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Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages

4819 Trade Winds Drive, Sanibel Island, FL 33957
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Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages
Ranked #15 of 29 hotels in Sanibel Island
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Dunedin, Florida, United States
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

What an amazing weekend. Renewed our vows on the beautiful beach at sunset. Beach is amazing, tons of shells and our cottage was perfect. Rented the 2 bedroom/2 bath cottage with another couple and it was immaculate. Luke and Stephanie (managing couple) make you feel at home the moment you arrive and couldn't have been nicer. They were on top... More

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Seminole, Florida
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24 reviews 24 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013 via mobile

We stayed here for two nights, as quick great away. Luke and Stephanie are great. Very helpful. We stayed in #10. It is the one bedroom cottage, by the beach. A short stroll to the beach. From the living room, you can see the beach. Not a fan of the window A/C, but it works. Good times with the dog.... More

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Miami Beach, Florida
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

I would highly recommend Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages to anyone visiting Sanibel Island! It is an oceanfront property with an outstanding location near the Sanibel/ Captiva Island exchange which allows you to maximize every minute you are on the island. The owners/managers are truly lovely and know the island extremely well so can give you great recommendations on whatever... More

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Ohio
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4 reviews 4 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

We just got back to Ohio today after 8 wonderful days on Sanibel Island. We once again stayed at Tropical Winds. It is such a beautiful beach there and we loved the new managers, Luke & Stephanie (and Holly, of course!) Very friendly people and willing to help make your stay comfortable and relaxing. This is not a high traffic/party... More

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Detroit
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

Need to escape and spend some quiet time on the beach?... this is definitely the place for you. We booked here specifically for their beach location (for a fashion magazine photo shoot) but fell in love with Tropical Winds immediately. We stayed in the 2 bedroom cottage and it was absolutely perfect size for 3 adults (and a ton of... More

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Crown Point, Indiana, USA
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14 reviews 14 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

We always love this seaside room. Perfect weather, sunny and hot. Perfect managers - kind and caring. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect spring break vacation. Thank you so much for always taking care of us!

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Winchester, New Hampshire
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14 reviews 14 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

Our second visit to this wonderful spot. Casual cottages with an uncrowded beach two minutes stroll away. Great shelling - my wife found a Cabrit's murex the first day! As during our last stay, people are friendly and relaxed, helpful without being intrusive. The new managers Luke and Stephanie are exceptional -- they are informative and helpful hosts. And such... More

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Edgewater, Maryland
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

A delightful little set of cottages on the west end of Sanibel...our cottage was not ocean front, but was a very short walk - a minute or so - to an excellent, uncrowded private shelling beach. We came to Sanibel for the shelling, and visited many of the renowned shelling beaches only to return again and again to our own... More

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Lakeland, Florida
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2013

Called around to locate a last minute stay on Sanibel Island during spring break. I was fortunate to call Tropical Winds which had one room left. My kids and I had a blast, enjoyed all the other families and couples. The managers Stephanie and Luke are very special people. They worked endlessly to make everyone feel welcome and have anything... More

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Fort Worth
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50 reviews 50 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013 via mobile

We stayed in a one bedroom cottage with its own pathway right to a secluded beach. The shells and birds were plenty! The beach was so beautiful- no trash at all! The owners were wonderful and so accommodating! The cottage was small but had everything we needed. Loved the kitchen- bathroom nice and good hot shower. Only one flat screen... More

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Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages Sanibel Island, Florida
Address: 4819 Trade Winds Drive, Sanibel Island, FL 33957
Region: United States > Florida > Southwest Gulf Coast > Sanibel Island
Amenities:
Free Parking Kitchenette Pets Allowed
Hotel Style:
#7 Romantic Hotels in Sanibel Island
Price Range: €€
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Come experience Sanibel with the charm of Old Style Florida! Located on the sparkling waters of the Gulf of Mexico, on the west end of the island, Tropical Winds is tucked away in a very secluded, private setting within a small residential neighborhood. Enjoy one of our beachfront or nearby cottages in our own tropical paradise! ... more   less 
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