Sanibel Island in Florida is a fabulous place to visit for parents in search of fun, water-themed activities for their children. Sanibel is a 12 mile-long barrier island located near Fort Myers. A haven for seashell collectors, the area has many oceanfront resorts which offer kid-friendly programs and pools with waterslides for younger guests. In addition, Sanibel Island is within close proximity to Sunsplash Family Water Park in Cape Coral.
This resort has a children’s waterslide and five swimming pools for guests to choose from. Other children’s activities are full and half day programs that include indoor and outdoor play, as well as an aquatic ecological center for kids to visit. The resort’s “Feeding Frenzy” program allows kids and parents to feed hermit crabs, turtles, fish and other marine life. Amenities include a fitness center, on-site dining, 12 tennis courts and access to world-class golfing at The Dunes Championship Golf Course. Rates start at $129 per night.
Sundial Beach Resort
1451 Middle Gulf Drive
Sanibel Island, Florida 33957
866-565-5093
sundialresort.com
Children enjoy waterslide fun at this family-centered resort, which offers five swimming pools, drive-in movies with popcorn, ping pong, billiards and shuffleboard. Outdoor water activities also include kayaking and fishing. Located on an 85 acre peninsula within close proximity to Sanibel Island, this resort also features a Kids Klub on the weekends which includes activities like kite flying, water balloon tossing and scavenger hunts. Rates start at $127 per night.
Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort and Spa
17260 Harbour Pointe Drive
Fort Myers, Florida 33908
239-466-4000
sanibel-resort.com
This resort occupies 23 acres of private beach on Sanibel Island. The Olympic-size pool features a waterslide for guest enjoyment. Other features include a kiddy pool, water sidebar, spa, on-site restaurant and six tennis courts. Kid programs are three hours long and include crafts, painting, story time and water-themed activities. Rates start at $209 per night in conjunction with multiple night stays.
Casa Ybel Resort
2255 West Gulf Drive
Sanibel Island, Florida 33957
800-276-4753
casaybelresort.com
