Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

Fort Myers, Gulf Coast Beaches

Virgin rating

Hotel exterior
Pool view from the lobby
Deluxe Gulfview Room
Deluxe Gulfview Room
Deluxe Gulfview Room
Pool
Beach
Aerial view of the hotel
Bongo's Bar & Grill
Rae's Real Italian
Aerial view of the beach
Octopool
Lobby
One Bedroom Suite
One Bedroom Suite
One Bedroom Suite
One Bedroom Suite
Marina
Jack's Restaurant
One Bedroom Suite
Two Bedroom White Sand Villa
Two Bedroom White Sand Villa
Two Bedroom White Sand Villa
Two Bedroom White Sand Villa
Hotel exterior
Pool view from the lobby
Deluxe Gulfview Room
Deluxe Gulfview Room
Deluxe Gulfview Room
Pool
Beach
Aerial view of the hotel
Bongo's Bar & Grill
Rae's Real Italian
Aerial view of the beach
Octopool
Lobby
One Bedroom Suite
One Bedroom Suite
One Bedroom Suite
One Bedroom Suite
Marina
Jack's Restaurant
One Bedroom Suite
Two Bedroom White Sand Villa
Two Bedroom White Sand Villa
Two Bedroom White Sand Villa
Two Bedroom White Sand Villa

The hotel

This resort nestles along a ¼-mile stretch of sugar white sand at the tip of Estero Island on Florida’s popular Gulf Coast. The resort is spread out over a generous 12 acres on which you’ll find the fun-filled Octopool freeform pool featuring waterfall, giant shells, sponges and more. Relax around one of the three swimming pools or for the more energetic, enjoy a sailing lesson at the resort’s exclusive offshore sailing school.

Amenities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Sailing
  • Free Breakfast
  • Wheelchair access
  • Families
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Free Parking
  • Games Room
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • No Smoking

Where is it

Along a ¼-mile stretch of sugar-white sand of Estero Bay in Fort Myers on the calm Gulf Coast. Driving time from Miami International Airport: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Hotel information

195 rooms and suites in 3 buildings each with 2 lifts. All with private balcony, air-conditioning, flat screen TV with on demand movies and Chromecast streaming device, coffee/tea making facilities, in-room safe, kitchenette with hob and fridge, complimentary WiFi access, iron and ironing board, and hairdryer.  

Deluxe Gulfview Rooms overlook the Gulf of Mexico and pool, with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

2-Bedroom White Sand Villas are located in the main building above the Octopool, with a fully-equipped kitchen with washer/dryer, large living and dining room, and a private balcony with gulf and pool views, with 1 king-size bed in the master bedroom and 2 double beds in the second bedroom, sleeping maximum 6 adults or 2 adults and 4 children. 

Trolley service (7:00am-9:00pm daily) around Estero Island costing 70c per trip. Complimentary self-parking.

Rae's Real Italian (beachfront dining, wine and specialty cocktails, open for dinner). Bongo’s Bar and Grill (open for lunch and dinner). Jack's Restaurant (serving complimentary daily breakfast buffet with waterfront views). Bob's Beach Bar (serving cocktails and small plates directly on the beach). Pool and beach waiter service.

Live music at Bongo's Bar and Grill (selected evenings). Daily events schedule which includes dive-in movies, arts and crafts, nature discovery walks, and pool games.

2 swimming pools and a hot tub. Secluded beach with beach chairs and umbrellas. Complimentary kayak and paddle board rentals (one rental per person, per day). Beach volleyball. Water sports including parasailing* and wave runners*. Fitness centre. Boat rentals*. Bicycle rentals*. Fishing*. Sailing school*. Nature discovery programme. Excursions and tours*.

Complimentary WiFi. Convenience store/gift shop. Laundry facilities*.

This hotel has a resort fee of $35 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change).

Resort fee includes use of the following amenities - Two bottles of premium water - One signature Pink Shell Beach tote (per reservation) - Beach chairs and beach umbrellas - WiFi access - Self-parking - Unlimited use of fitness centre - Kayak and paddle board rental. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change, please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

* Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Another amazing stay at Pink Shell

Jul 14, 2024 Conard10 Cleveland, Ohio

We have family in SW Florida so we visit the area often and always stay at the Pink Shell…going on 12+years. This is our first stay after the hurricane and it’s better than ever. Free parking with a fantastic group of valet guys, free amazing breakfast buffet, chair and umbrella service at the beach, etc. Yes, there is a service fee, but well… Read more
We have family in SW Florida so we visit the area often and always stay at the Pink Shell…going on 12+years. This is our first stay after the hurricane and it’s better than ever. Free parking with a fantastic group of valet guys, free amazing breakfast buffet, chair and umbrella service at the beach, etc. Yes, there is a service fee, but well worth what you get! We have never had a negative experience here. All the staff are top notch and we had great lunch and dinners at Bongos. You get a condo type room for the same price as other hotels with standard rooms. Thanks Pink Shell for always delivering a great stay. This was a last minute trip for our daughter’s birthday and it was wonderful! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderul girls getaway!

Jul 14, 2024 Elizabeth B

We decided to check out Ft. Myers Beach, Pink Shell Resort, since we use to go to Sanibel… when I check in I was greeted by Myra who was super helpful, polite and gave great recommendations. The hotel was just what we wanted. Great beach chair service and lots to do. Service was excellent, especially in Jacks for breakfast.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Highly recommend

Jul 13, 2024 Quest205188

Ranger Rob led an energetic and informative tour of the Fort Myers Beach estuary for our touring families. We saw dolphins, manatees, numerous waterfowl, and mangroves in the local ecosystem. He was knowledgeable with his answers on to our questions on these and the impacts of Hurricane Ian on the area. He was great with kids and it was a good… Read more
Ranger Rob led an energetic and informative tour of the Fort Myers Beach estuary for our touring families. We saw dolphins, manatees, numerous waterfowl, and mangroves in the local ecosystem. He was knowledgeable with his answers on to our questions on these and the impacts of Hurricane Ian on the area. He was great with kids and it was a good workout. We highly recommended his back bay tour. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great Resort For The Family!!!

Jul 12, 2024 Jeff Cindy S West Chester, Ohio

We have stayed at Pink Shell for the last 9 years!! We stayed this year in June with our family, which totaled 14 of us in 4 different rooms! Every one of us had a wonderful time and the weather was perfect! Everyone had a beautiful view of the beach front! We enjoyed the relaxing time at the beach, and the pool areas are now better than ever… Read more
We have stayed at Pink Shell for the last 9 years!! We stayed this year in June with our family, which totaled 14 of us in 4 different rooms! Every one of us had a wonderful time and the weather was perfect! Everyone had a beautiful view of the beach front! We enjoyed the relaxing time at the beach, and the pool areas are now better than ever with 3 pools and hot tubs! Service is always great starting at the front desk with the front end manager Denise and Rachel. Every morning we enjoyed the breakfast and it was so good. Our server Devin always did a great job making sure our family had what we needed! Also, enjoyed the tours and the information that we learned from Ranger Rob! We would love to give a shout out to all the staff that made our stay great!! Everyone went above and beyond to make our vacation memorable! We highly absolutely recommend Pink Shell to everyone! Can't wait for our next trip to Pink Shell! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful birthday getaway

Jul 11, 2024 Susan S North Fort Myers, Florida

What can I say but WOW! Beautiful resort, great staff, fantastic amenities including a full hot buffet breakfast with an omelet station, and beach chairs with an umbrella. Our room with a kitchen was a plus. The bed was a bid firm for us, but they gave us a foam insert and it was much better. From start to finish it was a wonderful birthday… Read more
What can I say but WOW! Beautiful resort, great staff, fantastic amenities including a full hot buffet breakfast with an omelet station, and beach chairs with an umbrella. Our room with a kitchen was a plus. The bed was a bid firm for us, but they gave us a foam insert and it was much better. From start to finish it was a wonderful birthday getaway We only live an hour away, but will be back again for a “stay-cation” Read less