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Kona Kai Motel

2.5 star property
Riverfront Sanibel motel with outdoor pool

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At Kona Kai Motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails and kayaking are nearby.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (4)

  • Outdoor pool
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathtub or shower
The current price is $209
$240 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19

Room options

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Basic Room, Balcony (Room 1-1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Room, Balcony (Room 1-3, 2-1, 2-6, 3-2, 3-6)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Room, Balcony (Room 1-6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, Balcony (Efficiency One King -Tiki)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Balcony (Eff 1-5, 2-2, 2-5, 3-5, 3-1, 1-2H/C) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Balcony (Eff 1-5, 2-2, 2-5, 3-5, 3-1, 1-2H/C)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, Balcony (Room 1-4, 2-3, 2-4, 3-3, 3-4)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1539 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL, 33957

What's nearby

  • Periwinkle Way - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sanibel Island Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Turtles Tiki Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gramma Dot's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪MudBugs Cajun Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Marketplace At Sundial - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Kona Kai Motel

At Kona Kai Motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails and kayaking are nearby.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 19 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 25
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 25
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 4 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: 3 percent of room rate

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Kona Kai Motel

Kona Kai Motel Sanibel

Kona Kai Sanibel

Kona Motel

Kona Kai Hotel Sanibel Island

Kona Kai Sanibel Island

Kona Kai Sanibel Island

Kona Kai Motel Motel

Kona Kai Motel Sanibel

Kona Kai Motel Motel Sanibel

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Kona Kai Motel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Kona Kai Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Kona Kai Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kona Kai Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Kona Kai Motel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the motel's other amenities, which include a garden.

Does Kona Kai Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and cookware.

Does Kona Kai Motel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Kona Kai Motel like?

Kona Kai Motel is located by the river in Mid Island, a short 1-minute walk from Periwinkle Way and 8 minutes' walk from J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.

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Reviews

Kona Kai Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool was well-maintained, inviting, and excellent, with many guests enjoying its relaxing atmosphere. (14 reviews)
  • The property is conveniently located near the beach with easy bike or short drive access. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the tiki vibe and pool was amazing
brittany, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very cute place with clean rooms in a great location!
Laurie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, great staff, walking distance to many restaurants.
Jon, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was clean and the staff was great!
Delia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The Kona Kai is centrally located along Periwinkle Way and is close to dining, shopping and the beaches. The entire property, both inside and outside, were very clean and well maintained. Check in was simple and the staff were helpful with questions. Room rates were reasonable. This is our new "go to" place for lodging on Sanibel Island.
Stephen, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great ambiance and really clean comfortable place to stay.
Paul, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I loved my stay here. The property is new and clean. The villas and ambiance are adorable. Location is close to everything on the isand. The staff 8s wonderful and gives you privacy.
Jacqueline, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spacious rooms, friendly staff, quiet surroundings.
James, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay. The rooms and whole property were well thought-out, clean, and kitchy but so attractive. The staff was so nice and paid great attn to details. The beds were very comfortable and the property is in a great location. We enjoyed our rental car but didn’t really need it.with great restaurants, Jerry's, at an easily walkable distance and beaches would not be a far bike ride. The only.thing we'd recommend is adding some hooks to dry towels and bathing suits. We loved it and will definitely recommend and be back!!
Elizabeth, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great, fun place to stay on Sanibel. Reasonable rates, retro motel with modern upgrades. Nice pool and easy access to everything. Will be back for sure!!
Christi, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice newly remodeled rooms were great
Mark, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff, clean rooms,
Ashley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We absolutely loved Kona Kai! The spacious room was spotless and had everything we needed. Close to restaurants and stores. Very helpful staff. Cool retro vibe! We will be back. I highly recommend!😊
Andrea, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and helpful staff
Jim, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Not enough nice things to see about this perfect little island stay! From the nature, to the quiet individual bungalows, to the cleanliness, to the location… everything was perfect for a solo traveler! I felt very safe and comfortable and had everything that I needed. This hotel is so unique and I will for sure be back again! Thank you Kona Kai, and keep up the great work!
Haley, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice ! Great service ! Absolutely loved it!!
Sherry, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very clean and quiet. The rooms were very nice. My only negative comment is that in the welcome letter you are asked to take out trash and dispose of it in a dumpster to avoid a trash fee which is something I’ve never encountered in a hotel before.
Melissa, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very nice experience. Not very crowded and close to several nice amenities. Very helpful staff. Nice interior, shower could have a little more pressure. I’d definitely come back.
Thomas, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It made you feel you were on an island. Beautiful place.
Gwendelyn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We were very pleasantly surprised with our suite! It’s like a mini bungalow very clean and up-to-date. Smelled wonderful right when you walked in and cozy blankets and pillows. We would definitely stay here again!
Emily, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very beautiful and clean and peaceful
Tiffany, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pool was clean the grounds are very well kept. Only down side not pet friendly
dawn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This a a beautiful location. Quite a unique experience for a hotel, and absolutely somewhere I'll be back. Not pet friendly, but thats okay. The whole setup is just the perfect island vacation location. I literally cannot say enough good stuff about this hotel.
Desiree, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I love this place and I definitely come back. The stuff is amazing. They welcome you like you like you are family and make you feel home. I really was impressed. I definitely recommend that this place. You are not gonna regret it.
Janeza, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

What a wonderful surprise. Kona Kai did not disappoint in any category. Our room was beautiful. The beds and pillows were so comfortable. The pool was pristine. It’s a short drive to the beach and some wonderful places to dine. We will definitely stay here again.
Kay, 1-night trip