Tarpon Tale Inn | Hotel in Sanibel

| 9.6 (388 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom
Sanibel Hotel | Tarpon Tale Inn

Hotel in Sanibel

Sandy fun near Sanibel Sea School and Sanibel Island Lighthouse
Guests at this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Tarpon Tale Inn offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Sanibel hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.


Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
Bedroom
  • Premium bedding
  • Ceiling fan
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Free newspapers
  • Window screens
  • Separate sitting area
  • Individually furnished
  • Individually decorated
Breakfast
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
Parking
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Free self parking on site
Accessibility
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • This property does not have elevators
Activities
  • Fishing
  • Private beach
  • Windsurfing
  • Free bicycle rentals
Entertainment
  • Netflix
  • Hulu
  • 50-inch flat-screen TV
  • Streaming services
  • Cable channels
General
  • English
  • Beach towels
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Guest Services
  • Full-sized refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
Internet
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Beach loungers
  • Furnished patio

Policies

Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 pm; check-in end time: anytime minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10 am contactless check-out available express check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. rollaway/extra beds are not available. cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted 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 this property is professionally cleaned

Reviews

Sara
Apr 6, 2025 03:23:12 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Joe was very helpful and friendly. The property is beautiful and the location couldn’t have been better. Can’t wait to come again!
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Lighthouse I)
Room Size: 350 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Lighthouse I)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Memory foam mattress, Ping - 9.84, Number of bedrooms - 0, Sofa bed, Stovetop, Square feet - 350, Blender, Extra bed count 1, Square meters - 33, Cookware, dishware, and utensils, Kitchen, Courtyard view, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen (Island Sunset)
Room Size: 350 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen (Island Sunset)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Ping - 9.84, Number of bedrooms - 0, Pillowtop mattress, Sofa bed, Stovetop, Square feet - 350, Blender, Extra bed count 1, Square meters - 33, Cookware, dishware, and utensils, Kitchen, Garden view, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Tarpon Cottage)
Room Size: 500 square feet m2
2 King Bed and Queen Sofa Bed
Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Tarpon Cottage)

General

Memory foam mattress, Square feet - 500, Number of bedrooms - 1, Sofa bed, Stovetop, Ping - 14, Separate bedroom, Square meters - 46, Blender, Extra bed count 1, Number of living rooms 1, Separate dining area, Free wired internet, Cookware, dishware, and utensils, Kitchen, Courtyard view, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Seashell I)
Room Size: 350 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Seashell I)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Ping - 9.84, Number of bedrooms - 0, Pillowtop mattress, Stovetop, Square feet - 350, Blender, Square meters - 33, Cookware, dishware, and utensils, Kitchen, Garden view, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Birdhouse )
Room Size: 225 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Birdhouse )

General

Square meters - 21, Number of living rooms 0, Memory foam mattress, Square feet - 225, Number of bedrooms - 0, Courtyard view, Refrigerator, Bed count minimum 1, Ping - 6.32, Bed count maximum 1
Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Seashell II)
Room Size: 250 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Seashell II)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Number of bedrooms - 0, Pillowtop mattress, Garden view, Square feet - 250, Ping - 7.03, Bed count minimum 1, Square meters - 23, Bed count maximum 1
Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Lighthouse II)
Room Size: 250 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Lighthouse II)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Memory foam mattress, Number of bedrooms - 0, Ping - 7, Square feet - 250, Courtyard view, Bed count minimum 1, Square meters - 23, Bed count maximum 1
Signature Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Captain's Cottage)
Room Size: 500 square feet m2
2 King Bed and Double Sofa Bed
Signature Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Captain's Cottage)

General

Square feet - 500, Pillowtop mattress, Number of bedrooms - 1, Sofa bed, Stovetop, Separate bedroom, Square meters - 46, Blender, Extra bed count 1, Number of living rooms 1, Separate dining area, Free wired internet, Cookware, dishware, and utensils, Ping - 14.05, Kitchen, Desk, Garden view, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
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