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Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages

2.0 star property

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On the beach, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Property grounds
Ocean View Efficiency One Bedroom | Living area | TV
Exterior
Standard Studio, Shower Only, Mini Fridge, Microwave | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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4819 Trade Winds Drive, Sanibel, FL, 33957
  • Place, Sanibel Island Southern Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowman's Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi

One Bedroom Cottage, 2 Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Studio, Shower Only, Mini Fridge, Microwave | Individually decorated, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Studio, Shower Only, Mini Fridge, Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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One Bedroom Cottage with King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi

One Bedroom Cottage with King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Two Bedroom Efficiency | Individually decorated, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Two Bedroom Efficiency

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 494 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Two Bedroom Cottage | Individually decorated, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Two Bedroom Cottage

  • 600 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi

One-Bedroom Efficiency with Shared Lanai

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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One-Bedroom Efficiency with Private Lanai | Individually decorated, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi

One-Bedroom Efficiency with Private Lanai

  • 448 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Ocean View Efficiency One Bedroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Ocean View Efficiency One Bedroom

  • Ocean view
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Sanibel

Located in West End within a short walk of Sanibel Island Southern Beach, Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Bowman's Beach. The 10 rooms at this motel include kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves.
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What's nearby

  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sanibel Bayous - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bowman's Beach - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 20 min drive - 11.0 miles

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Phuzzy’s Boat Shack - ‬77 min drive
  • ‪Low Key Tiki - ‬76 min drive
  • ‪American Legion Post 123 - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages

Guests of Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a library, and laundry facilities. There's free parking if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide tour or ticket assistance, as well as offer insight about the area. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this beach motel include a picnic area, barbecue grills, and wedding services.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and TVs. Kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 4 kids 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 55.0 per week

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 55.0 per week

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages?

This motel is situated in West End within a short 6-minute walk of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and also 19 minutes on foot from Bowman's Beach. You'll also find Blind Pass Beach and Periwinkle Way within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages include a casino at the property?

No, Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront motel include a kitchen as well as wedding services and a library.

Are there hot tubs at Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages for a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How far is the airport from Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages?

The closest major airport to Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages is Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW), which is about 24.5 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages?

Yes, some guestrooms at this motel offer either a furnished lanai and a balcony/patio where guests can enjoy ocean views.

Does Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages host weddings?

There are wedding services available at Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages if that's in your vacation plans.

Tropical Winds Motel & Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 170 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly a beautiful family oriented place we look forward to returning to in years to come!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing beach!

Great hotel, amazing location and very friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maressa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing weekend

Great location and they have everything you need for a day at the beach. Staff was amazing, very helpful and kind always asking if we had everything we needed. The beach is great, not crowded at all sunce it is only for those in the area. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ronni

It had no TV in the bedroom. The walk to the beach was nice
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet pleasant hotel

Quiet low key hotel with easy access to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottage was pleasant, clean, and well stocked with towels, refrigerator, kitchen equipment. The beach was just a short walk from the cottage. Our flight was delayed. I called to leave a message that we would be checking in late. I left 3 voicemails but did not receive a call back even when we got lost and could not find the cottage. We were not informed about the pool until the following day when we bumped into a staff member. I would stay there again despite minor snaffus.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little cottage walking distance from the beach. There was no toaster and not enough utensils for our family of 6. When we realized it, no one was in the office to ask.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was not ready when we arrived so we went to the beach and waited for a call to let us know we could get into our room. We never got a call and noone was in the office so we moved into our room at 3:30. The electric didnt work in the bedroom so we had to moved all our stuff to a different cottage. Which worked out better. Cottage number 5 is very small and I would not recommend it but we were moved to Cottage #7 and that was much nicer. The best part of the place was that we could walk to a private beach. It was very quiet and not alot of people. We were also very close to several beaches which we would go to every morning for shelling. We also ate at a few restaurants in the area. Grouper ruebens at the Sunset Grill were amazing. I would suggest doing your food shopping before you get to the Island everything is very expensive at the local grocery stores. There is a nice Farmers Market on Sundays at the Library. Didn't have good luck finding unique shells but we will try again next year. There is so much to see and do on the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet, Old Florida Charm......and on the beach!!

Old Florida charm, right off the beach. Very nice, quiet, secluded location but still right off San-Cap Rd and easy to get to everything. Used the kitchen for all meals and although simply furnished still had everything we needed plus a charcoal grill out in the lawn near tables and whatnot. Pool was just a short walk away. Plus Dee was amazing, super helpful and kind. Will definitely be going back again and again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Richard

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were in Unit 5: TV only got one channel MSNBC which was replaced the next day. Microwave shorted out and smoked when we tried to use it, which they replaced. The Weather was cold and the only heat was an old oil electric heater. They did give us an extra blankets on our second day. But we did wake up the first night from the cold. Shower was so small the shower curtain touched your back as you showered. We are not big people but I have never seen a bathroom that small. There are larger bathrooms in campers. Office says they are there until 7 AM but after 6 they were gone. I was told if you read on the Office door there is a number to text, but not written on the check in documentation they hand you when you check in. Staff did try to help the next day but this was like camping.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the proximity to the beach and the “extras” available for use ( beach wagons, chairs, pool use, umbrellas, even sand toys for children)! Our cottage was nice-not luxurious but clean and sufficient and nicely decorated. The availability of washer/ dryer use was a plus as well. The neighborhood was quiet and staff were friendly and available for concerns and helpful suggestions. I especially liked the small deck/porch area with outside table and grill nearby. My only suggestion would be for a screened in porch area due to the “no-see-ums” that can be a lil wicked, but I would definitely stay there again. Thank you all for a great get-away!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the comfortable feeling and secluded feeling. Only update I would do is a sharps container which I took to fire department just up road which is fine. I have one at home n didn’t think to bring on my trip
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Eminely

Disliked: Room comfort

Captiva

Accommodations are not comfy & the place had an off putting smell. Outdoor could use some lighting is pitch black at night. Location was the key for us to book this property
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Werner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Location, peaceful, quiet

The accommodations are beachy and may not be for folks who expect and value the big hotel resort atmosphere. However, if you look for the peace and quiet of a calming beach vacation, this is for you. No noise, no crowds, you feel like you own your own private beachfront property and without the servants distracting from the romance. The only problem I have is with the mosquitos and no see ems, which are a pest. But anybody not being from San Diego might not have noticed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tropical Winds

Upon arrival found that app that I booked on did not book what I asked for. Staff very helpful and offered a 2queen bed at an upgrade? Decided to keep king cottage after seeing it and enjoyed our stay. I have stayed here before and wanted the screened in cottage closer to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What i loved the most is the quality of the people there, the facilities are in very good spot of the island private, relax and is perfect for a good scape from the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Dog friendly beach retreat

Vintage accommodations in a beautiful location. A good site for nature, not luxury. The cottage was clean but needed some new light bulbs. I would return for another peaceful stay. They were welcoming of my dog too!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The absolute best location. Located in a residential neighborhood, the beach is just a short walk away. Given the location, you'll most likely find yourself almost all by yourself as if its your own private beach. Decor hasn't been updated in the past 30 yrs probably, but everything else is so great, you won't even notice. Cottages are connected and you're close enough to your neighbors for some friendly interaction as you walk to and from the beach, but with impact windows and concrete between you, you'll never hear them once the doors are closed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the cottage. Also the private beach across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfy & Secluded

These are great bungalows very close to a secluded area of Sanibel Beach. The hosts have thought of numerous amenities such as wash down tables for the shells collected, beach chairs and wagons, even baskets of treats and towels for the dog. We are repeat guests and highly recommend this facility.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in one of the beach efficiencies and loved the location. There is a short walk to a uncrowded beach, but you have the use of a wagon to carry your chairs, towels, sand toys etc. Our unit was very clean and looked well cared for. The couple that manages the property took care of anything we asked for quickly.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow, what a great out-of-the-way place! Quiet neighborhood, away from the crowds. The cottages (we stayed in #10) were just great for our family of five. The staff was terrific, cannot say enough good about them. This place is a gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location by the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners/property managers were AMAZING! Made us feel as if we were at home. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My family had a terrific time and we were there during the Tropical Storm. We loved the Florida Porch and proximity to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021