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'Tween Waters Inn

At a Glance

    Pros

  • great views
  • lots of water-sports options
  • free Internet

    Cons

  • beach is across the road
  • rooms are bland

'Tween Waters Inn Review

Besides its great beach-to-bay location, this inn has historic value. In the 1930s, Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist and conservationist "Ding" Darling, namesake of Sanibel's refuge, stayed in its historic cottages, which are the most charming of the property's accommodations. Water-sports enthusiasts especially like the rentals and charters at the marina. The pool bar and Crow's Nest lounge, both of which serve food, are popular with locals and visitors alike.

    Hotel Amenities

  • 32 rooms, 24 efficiencies, 40 suites, 4 2-bedroom suites, 2 3-bedroom suites, 19 cottages.
  • Restaurant, bar, pool, tennis courts, gym, spa, beach, laundry facilities, business center.
  • Rooms have: a/c, kitchen (some), Wi-Fi.
  • Rate includes breakfast.

Member Reviews

  • Sandism, from New York
    4/6/10

    Great location, beautiful beach. Rooms are very basic (to the point of being shabby). The property is in need of a face-lift. This, together with a very unhelpful staff makes this hotel very bad value for money. The restaurants are decent, with good standards and service. I would not return to this establishment.

    Ratings details: Room: 1 | Atmosphere: 2 | Service: 2 | Value: 1
  • JerseyShore, from New Jersey Shore
    12/21/07

    My wife and I just returned from a six night stay at 'Tween Waters. We stayed in a cottage with a view of the Gulf. It was off-season (just before Christmas) and quiet. The cottages have recently been renovated and were very nice. Ours included a range, full size fridge, microwave, sink, all plates and utensils. Atmosphere at the inn is very quaint and tropical. Captiva itself is very unspoiled. The beach was beautiful. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The accomodations include a nice continental breakfast. You can't beat being able to watch the sun set over the Gulf - everyone comes out to watch. The Old Captiva House Restaurant was top notch - expensive, but worth it. Crows Nest Bar had an interesting crowd and live music most nights. All in all, a great experience; we plan to return next year. Also, they are dog friendly.

    Ratings details: Room: 5 | Atmosphere: 5 | Service: 5 | Value: 5
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