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Caribe Beach Resort

2669 W. Gulf Dr., Sanibel Island, FL 33957
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Caribe Beach Resort
Ranked #22 of 29 hotels in Sanibel Island
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Richmond Hill, Georgia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

Caribe Beach Resort is a charming, beautiful reflection of what I imagine a top notch motel was on Sanibel back in the 60s and before. It is a small resort...only about 26 units in all on a beautiful piece of property right on the Gulf. Most units are studios with a murphy bed and pullout sofa. Our studio was perfect... More

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Aurora, Colorado
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Our stay seriously marred by the uncaring attitude of Nan, who is Pres. of Kenoyer Real Estate, the booking company We arrived later than intended on Sun night to find the resort office closed and no information anywhere for us, although we had pre-paid over $900 for our stay. There was a pager # to call "in case of emergency".... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013 via mobile

like gas grills, sports equipment and bikes, usually charged extra at other similar locations. Quiet sunset facing right on beach, best value on Sanibel . Yes sizes of efficiency units are small, but try to find equal space for the same price anywhere on the island: you cant. As far as empty units, most are owned by timeshare owners and... More

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Upstate NY
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8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

We have been going to Caribe for over thirty years with our family timeshares. There are bigger and more glamorous resorts on the island, of course, but this location is a fantastic place to stay. The rooms are spacious enough. The one bedroom sleeps up to 6 but is comfortable with enough privacy for two. There are two washers and... More

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Green Bay, Wisconsin
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2013

We were driving along Sanibel and decided on a whim to check in to this resort after driving by and seeing they had a vacancy. It was 4 o'clock when we called and were offered a rate of $150 for a studio apartment for the night which is spectacular for high-season when most rooms are going for $300+/night. The room... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013 via mobile

We stayed here through our time share 6 years ago and loved it. Since then, we come back twice a year for a 1 week stay each time. Never able to get it through our time share again, but we just pay for it anyway. The location on the island is perfect, close to all. We always rent the Outrigger... More

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Grasse, France
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
56 helpful votes 56 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2013

This is our third visit to this charming hotel. The rooms have kitchen facilities, which is great to make your breakfast and any meal as its fully equipped. We had a room in the A block with a terrace, the place only has 20 rooms. Ask for a second floor studio,with sea view. You will be enchanted. This is a... More

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Saint Louis, Missouri
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Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2013

Got a pretty good deal through AFVC for one week stay. First the negative - The resort is small, old and could use some upgrades to the furniture in the units, very very very small studio units, ok for 2 people max, very small bath rooms, has a murphy bed that is uncomfortable, we put the mattress on top of... More

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Port Saint Lucie, Florida
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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2012

Yes, we are back for another two weeks at our favorite resort on our favorite island. For over 50 years we have been traveling and have found our home away from home. The studio units are ideal for couples that love quiet and enjoy viewing nature on this most beautiful island. Be sure to spend time visiting the J.N. Ding... More

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Sanford, North Carolina
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74 reviews 74 reviews
41 hotel reviews
Reviews in 48 cities Reviews in 48 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 September 2012

This is an older property but it's evident that the staff works hard to keep it up. The grounds are very well kept and it's apparent that the units have been somewhat renovated. I say somewhat because there are a few other things they could do to improve upon the renovations they have completed so far. Like changing out the... More

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Also Known As:
Caribe Beach Hotel Sanibel Island
Caribe Beach Hotel
Caribe Beach Resort Sanibel Island, Florida
Address: 2669 W. Gulf Dr., Sanibel Island, FL 33957
Region: United States > Florida > Southwest Gulf Coast > Sanibel Island
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