The Anchor Inn

2-star hotel Great 1245 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL, FL 33
The Anchor Inn

About The Anchor Inn

Located in Sanibel, within a 19-minute walk of Gulfside Beach and 0.8 miles of Sanibel and Captiva Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center, Anchor Inn & Cottages provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 2.3 miles from Sanibel Lighthouse, 3.1 miles from Bailey Matthews Shell Museum and 29 miles from Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park. All rooms include a patio. All guest rooms features air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a closet. Every room has a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while certain rooms here will provide you with a kitchen with a stovetop. At the hotel each room includes a seating area. Southwest Florida International Airport is 23 miles away.

Amenities

  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator

Reviews

4.2 / 5
Great 252 reviews

The hotel reviews are overwhelmingly negative, with guests expressing dissatisfaction and frustration. Common themes include poor cleanliness, outdated facilities, and uncomfortable beds.

What guests liked
  • Convenient location
  • Friendly and helpful staff
What could be better
  • Poor cleanliness and maintenance
  • Outdated facilities and uncomfortable beds
  • Kaitlin Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    We had a great time, everything was perfect. Communication with the office was great, they responded within minutes. 10/10

  • Cindy Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean room

  • Daniel Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Loved every second there. Rooms are updated and functional. Will stay there again!

  • Daria Jun 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Beautiful place with great amenities. The rooms are well decorated and very clean. We also really loved 2 bathrooms and a full kitchen. The outdoor space is just perfect to spend time after the beach.

  • Reid Jun 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    We had a wonderful stay at The Anchor Inn! Our room was very clean and well decorated. They have excellent amenities that we used throughout the stay including the laundry room, bikes, pool, and beach equipment with beautiful beaches within a mile of the Inn. Will definitely be coming back!

  • Rose May 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Everything you need and everything every beach hotel should have and does not. Chairs, umbrellas, beach towels, bicycles,laundry, a shell cleaning station. I have nothing for you here??

  • Summer May 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Very clean and homey feeling and close to the beach! The pool area was blown off daily and they had floats to use as well! There was corn hole boards out for use and comfy hammocks hanging around the area as well. They also had free bicycles for use along with beach chairs and wagons! We brought our pup along with us and they were so kind to leave dog bowls, a little bed and even some toys for him!! Nothing!

  • Jody May 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The Anchor Inn exceeded our expectations. Comfortable, clean, well thought out, nice amenities. We will be back, hopefully soon.

  • James May 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    Kitchenette

  • Mary May 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Beautifully remodeled inn. However, I would like to have a little more personal contact during my visit. The Inn itself is lovingly restored and we especially appreciated the pool.

  • Panol May 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Very private! Super fancy Quiet! Few min from key locations !

  • Ross May 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Internet was basically non existent

  • Andrea May 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Everything! Favorite hotel stay yet. So much charm and unique qualities ❤️? The shell washing and drying station was my favorite bonus. All staff we talked to were so pleasant and helpful. Free bikes, washer+dryer, beach chairs, umbrellas and so much more available to use during your stay. Worth the price. Already planning when I can come back!!

  • Larry May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything about this place is like an HGTV special, we loved it.

  • Mariano May 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Will be back soon

  • William May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    We had a great time and would definitely stay there again!

  • Sharon May 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The room was tastefully decorated and very clean! Loved the coffee pods!

  • Chris May 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    It was beautiful and the remodel was absolutely stunning Nothing

  • Anthony May 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Tiny bathroom (unit5) and shower but the room was roomy enough for 2 adults. Biggest drawback is the 10:00 am checkout.

  • Tracy May 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Very nice room. Wish it had been closer to the beach.

  • Sarah Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Our stay at Anchor Inn may have been short, but it was so sweet! The space was absolutely amazing, and we already can’t wait to come back the next time we’re in Sanibel. The owner was incredibly responsive and attentive, and adding an early check-in was seamless and hassle-free. We loved every minute and would definitely recommend it!

  • Kimberly Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    We would definitely stay here again. We had everything we needed and more. Very cute, clean room and property. We felt very safe as well. Friendly staff. Couldn't ask for a better experience.

  • diana Apr 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    First of all-very cute outside and in. Well thought out w attention to detail and decor. Had a nice little kitchen-which we didn’t use. Nice air conditioning, quiet (even tho on the main road). Free use of bikes to the miles long bike paths right in front of the property. Close to food and shops. I liked everything.

  • Renee Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Anchor Inn is not only in a great location but beautiful. We used the bikes every day!

  • Brian Apr 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Nice location. Updated finishes. Pet friendly. No staff on site whatsoever (other than cleaning staff that spoke no English) which was frustrating when we were to check in to Unit 13 and the property only shows 12 units in all signage making us think we were scammed while we sit in 90 degree sun baking trying to get ahold of someone. Finally reached someone by phone after multiple texts and calls and were advised that this was a new unit with no signage. We were apparently supposed to receive a text explaining this. If you’re going to go without onsite staff make sure your system works and you have someone actively managing messages. This made for a poor start but the property is nicely maintained and well located. Some information in the rooms or on property and/or website with local suggestions and helpful tips would have been nice like beaches to explore, where to park, recommended restaurants, etc.

  • Karen Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Really cute place, clean, beautiful renovation, good location, owner was easy to communicate with. The bed was really comfortable. My only negative was that in the king pond view room the AC blows right on the bed. I had a hard time sleeping but my husband was ok. We only stayed one night so I dealt with it but if we were there longer I might've asked to change rooms if the AC was different in another room. But overall I would book again on another trip to Sanibel.

  • Julie Apr 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Alligators were friendly, no bites. Amenities were amazing, especially the free bikes. Sanibel is such a great island for biking, we will be back!

  • Erica Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    We stayed in the Signature Cottage, which was beautifully designed with thoughtful details throughout. It truly felt like everything had been considered, from the clean, easy-to-use laundry machines to the beach chairs and towels ready for use. A special mention goes to Jane, who was absolutely amazing warm, welcoming, and always available when we had questions. Her recommendations for food and local activities were spot-on and really enhanced our trip. We would absolutely recommend staying here and wouldn’t hesitate to return.

  • Mary Apr 2026 · via priceline
    4/5

    very clean, great location no check in staff and poor phone reception. No one to help with problems, questions

  • Donna Apr 2026 · via priceline
    3/5

    I thought everything looked like a HGTV remodel very themed and adorable. I even looked to see if it was motel rescue or Hgtv televised location. Use of retro appliances (no dishwasher) smart color and size wise. Parking was very tight. Living area chairs again cute but not comfortable and the couch was on the side view comfortable for one to watch. The bedroom tv never worked and attempted to correct this didn’t happen. And then a small refund to compensate never received asked for 3 times. 2 nights and it was early march we didn’t expect beach weather went to shell and wanted to watch tv and relax we were a short stay but not a value for the cost stay. The property is very cute but there is one in and one out, in is hard to see and a long line of cars daily just to drive in. There are overwhelmed restaurants across the street. I realize still working to rebuild but be prepared to plan for certain situations. We did find some special shells and have a nice memory for this years college spring break.

  • Katie Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The room was clean, quaint & had everything we needed. The onsite laundry facility came in very handy. We took a hammock nap that was amazing. We will definitely be back!

  • Carly Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Loved it! They thought of everything. Well done.

  • Jamie Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Loved the property! Excellent for families or couples. It’s close to the beach and the facilities are beautifully remodeled.

  • Nigel Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    You probably will not stay in one of the triangular cottages. Most rooms look like a one-story motel and are not well represented on the hotel web site. However, everything about the room was high quality and comfortable. Our room (07) overlooked a pond with anhingas, turtles and egrets. Free bikes with helmets and locks, free guest laundry.

  • Richelle Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very cute vibe! Location was great -right on main “drag” walking distance to several places but biking is the way to go! So much fun and with the bike paths you can basically go anywhere. Perfect size for two. Very clean and lots of little touches that made it better like the shell cleaning station.

  • Ashlee Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Wonderful stay. Super cozy and close to everything. Just a short bike ride (bikes included on property) to Nerita Beach. We felt right at home for our weekend stay!!

  • David Mar 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    N/A

  • Tim Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Properly was recently renovated and rooms look great!

  • Debbie Mar 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Location was great. Everything was clean. The pillows were awesome!!! The mattress was very comfortable. It was quiet. It was a perfect place to stay!

  • Sebastian Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Thoughtfully renovated with a lot of extra kid, friendly amenities.

  • Sara Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Charming property with newl

  • Dianne Mar 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    AC was a little too cold at first, but we figured it out.

  • Thomp Mar 2026 · via priceline
    4/5

    Limited counter space in bathroom.

  • Karen Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Room was spotless. Had free bikes, locks, helmets. Even has a shell washing station! Keurig with coffee sugar and creamer minis, a mini fridge and cooktop if you wanted it. King Bed was very comfortable!

  • Pete Feb 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Beautifully decorated Appliance were new and high-quality beds were very comfortable. Pool was spectacular. The grounds were very well kept everything was clean. Newly rebuilt, a few minor issues but nothing worth talking about. Our accommodation was a close enough to periwinkle to hear the trucks and traffic. But there is a lot of construction going on on the island

  • Mary Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    This hotel was perfect It was decorated beautifully and was so clean and the bed was so comfy and the rainfall shower was very nice, the room had everything you could need for a nice vacation there’s a market within walking distance which had everything you need to make your stay perfect highly recommend this hotel anytime we come back to Sanibel we will always stay here

  • Stephanie Feb 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    It was so cute and very clean. I loved the decor. Leaves from the trees blow into the pool but that can't be helped

  • Jillian Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great stay! The bikes were such a bonus! We rode all over the Island. The room looked brand new and had such a quaint feel to it. It was more than we could have asked for!

  • Elias Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Everything was great all of it. But I am gonna mention something in which I do understand but should be revised. I understood that check in was at 10am but was told a different story on email and in person

  • John Feb 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    Newly remodeled (after the devastating hurricane). Comfy. Free bikes are a nice perk

  • michelle Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Perfect spot great room and bikes

  • Kathie Feb 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Very clean! Comfortable bed

  • Jonathan Nov 2022 · via priceline
    0.5/5

    Nothing. It was a scam. Everything. This place is a scam.

Frequently asked questions about The Anchor Inn

Does The Anchor Inn have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Anchor Inn offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Anchor Inn offer parking?
Yes, The Anchor Inn offers free parking on-site.
Does The Anchor Inn have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
The Anchor Inn does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in Sanibel Island, see business hotels in Sanibel Island.
Does The Anchor Inn have a fitness center?
The Anchor Inn does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is The Anchor Inn located, and how walkable is the area?
The Anchor Inn is located at 1245 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL FL 33957. With a Walk Score of 40, the area is rated Car-Dependent. A car or rideshare is recommended for most trips in this area.

House rules

Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 10:00 AM
Cancellation Not available
Children Not available