PalmView & Sandpiper Inn Sanibel FL

Reviews

“Home away from home”

Reviewed January 31, 2012

We have stayed at this Inn several times in the past few years. The manager always makes us feel welcomed in this relaxed, peaceful enviroment. The rooms are always exceptionally clean and cozy, and has everything we need to feel comfortable. Bikes are available to ride, fully equipped kitchen, outdoor seating to sit and visit with friends or read a book, new barb-b-que grill to use, they even have movies that you can borrow. The rooms have recently been painted and updated. Just grab the beach chairs, beach towels, and umbrella that the Inn provides and take a 5 minute walk to the white sandy beach filled with shells. Enjoy the warmth of the Florida sunshine and treat yourself to a true vacation. We always enjoy our stay at the Palm View. It provides us with the amenities that we need in a price range we can affford, and we hope they never change that. Big plus, Laura the manager, adds to the charm of this place we call our home away from home.

“The Palm View - Sanibel's Sleeping Giant”

Reviewed December 25, 2011

We are nature photographers and so much in love with the Island's character, its people, its quaint small town atmosphere and the Island's emphasis on preservation awareness of its natural resources. We would not consider staying anywhere else while visiting this unique barrier island! The nature trails, the bird life and preservation efforts that Sanibel has enacted to preserve this unique coastal destination have no comparison in our book. The Palm View offers comfortable accommodations and cleanliness while remaining a stone's throw from all activities on the island.

You can spend a lot more for all the frills of upscale accommodations or enjoy Palm View's humble accommodations and enjoy the island's amenities more. We have been coming regularly for over 5 years and would not consider staying anywhere else as our activities and time is spent enjoying the island and its resources vs. staying at a resort, which you will pay for, and miss out on one of the most beautiful and naturally maintained coastal destinations. The manager has been instrumental in our coming back time and time again. It is because of her making us feel as if we are family that we continue our patronage and it sets this resort apart from the rest. With biking, beach walks, shell collecting, dolphin watching and Ding Darling National Wildlife refuge within minutes of the Palm View, this centrally located small unit accommodation could not be better suited for our needs and the needs of other nature lovers would want to be out enjoying what Sanibel is truly all about!

“The perfect home away from home”

Reviewed December 9, 2011

The location is perfect, a short walk to the beach and a short bike ride to shops and restaurants. What I really loved was having so much space, our own little house to relax at after exploring the island. It was so clean and complete with a kitchen and living room. There is even onsite laundry offered, a grill and bikes to use for a quick trip to the store or lunch. The beds are very comfortable and super clean. We had plenty of towels and appreciated knowing that we could contact the owner if we needed anything but would not be disturbed otherwise. The owner is super friendly and down to earth. She was in and out of the common area during the day and a pleasure to talk with. I would definitely stay there again and again when I get the opportunity. The price is excellent, too.

“love it so much. Recommend highly”

Reviewed December 2, 2011

We stay here twice yearly. Clean and home like. Love the free bikes and chairs for the beach. Love the manager and her dog. Love the units with there kitchen and living room area. Great porch. Everything is great and we keep coming back year after year and love all the improvements they continue to make. Best value on the island for down to earth real people who appreciate life and this island. We have stayed in all the fancy inns prior to this and this it the best. Thanks Laurie

“Repeat guest”

Reviewed October 21, 2011

This was our 2nd stay here and better then the first which was real good.They have refresh the unit we stayed in and it made our stay that much more enjoyable. Sanibel has a wide range of prices, if you want guest service (another persons review) then you need to look somewhere else. This place is very price friendly. There is no 24 hour service and we don't need it. Everything you want is available. Free funky bikes ($15 saving a day), beach chairs and umbrellas. The kitchen saved us money again for breakfast or lunch so we could go out at night enjoy some nice dinners and not put us in the poor house which is very easy on Sanibel.

One of the most cost effective places to stay on Sanibel.

Reviewed June 8, 2011

Very "beach shack chique." Loved my stay there and you get way more than what you pay for. Management is terrific, and it's a perfect distance from the beach: maybe a 5 minute walk! I worked at a 5 Star Hotel for 2 years, and I know what standards are. Now this place is not a 5 Star Hotel, but I know value for the money in a hotel when I see it, I know what to value and look for, and this place is the place to go!

Each spacious tropical unit is perfect for your beach getaway

Full kitchens allow you to dine in and skip the expense and crowds of restaurants. Living areas include flat screen TVs and DVD players. A full library of complimentary DVDs is located in the office. Access to washer and dryer. Private phones and internet access. Beach furniture , towels, and bicycles are also available to guests. All units are non smoking.