South Seas Island ResortvsBeach Shell Inn
Both properties are endorsed by travel writers. On balance, South Seas Island Resort is preferred by most professionals compared to Beach Shell Inn. South Seas Island Resort ranks #4 in Fort Myers with positive reviews from 3 reviews like Fodor's, Gayot and concierge.com.
South Seas Island Resort
5400 Plantation Road, Captiva Island, FL 33924
From $429/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"Set on an old Key lime plantation on the northern tip of Captiva Island, this exclusive, lushly landscaped resort is far removed from the mainland strip-mall hurly-burly."
Gayot
"The pricey seclusion and natural beauty of this resort attracts the rich and laid-back, as well as families who rent the up to four-bedrooms homes for reunions." Full review
Fodor's
"Swimming pools (one with two tubular slides), private restaurants and shops... a nature center stocked with live animals, a family interactive center, and a 9-hole golf course." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
"The beach may be the main attraction at the Harbourside Hotel at South Seas Island Resort and is a short stroll away, but those who don’t have their sea legs can enjoy the resort’s pool complex, which boasts waterslides and a family interactive center, as well as a nine-hole, Gulf-front golf course" Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Stay at the 330-acre South Seas Island Resort for plentiful amenities, restaurants, and activities. It's popular among families, but mom and dad can enjoy some alone time here, too. "
Beach Shell Inn
2610 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931
From $156/night
- Free Internet
- Pool
- Family Friendly
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
- Air Conditioning
Lonely Planet
"With one exception, decor is mostly standard-issue, blue-and-green seaside, but the 15 rooms at this well-managed, mid-island motel are notably clean and in good nick."
Oyster
Budget
"Beach Shell Inn is a budget-friendly, two-pearl property located a short walk from Fort Myers Beach." Full review