Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

Fort Myers, Gulf Coast Beaches

Deluxe Gulfview Room
Bongo's Bar & Grill
Octopool
Aquagene Spa
Deluxe Gulfview Room
Bongo's Bar & Grill
Octopool
Aquagene Spa

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 and unwind in the Aquagëne Spa, or 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

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Families
  • No Smoking
  • Kids Club
  • Free Parking
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Wheelchair access
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Laundry Service
  • Games Room

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

209 rooms and suites in 3 buildings each with 2 lifts. All with private balcony, air-conditioning, DVD player, flat screen TV, kitchenette with hob and fridge, iron and 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 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

1-Bedroom Suites have a separate living area, fully-equipped kitchen, dining area and private balcony overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, with 1 king-size bed plus sofa-bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

2-Bedroom Beach Villas have a fully-equipped kitchen, spacious living and dining room, private balcony with views of the Gulf and the pool, 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. 

2-Bedroom White Sand Villas are located in the main building above the Octopool, with a fully-equipped kitchen, 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. 

  • Free Nights: Each 7th night free for stays completed between 1 May -19 Dec '20. Free night offer has been calculated into the prices shown.

Trolley service (7:00am-9:00pm daily) around Estero Island costing 50c per trip. Complimentary self-parking.

Rae's on the Beach (seafood, wine and specialty cocktails, open for dinner). Bongo’s Bar and Grill (open for lunch and dinner). Complimentary daily breakfast buffet for two (maximum 2 persons per room).

Live music at Bongo's Bar and Grill (selected evenings).

Large freeform swimming pool, 2 further pools. Aquagëne Spa with a range of treatments*, marina, fishing pier, rented fishing equipment*, water sports*, butterfly garden, fitness centre, bike rental*, sailing school*, family activities around the pool. Sparky's Arcade games room. Complimentary beach chairs (sun umbrellas*).

Complimentary WiFi. Convenience store. Laundry facilities*.

This hotel has a resort fee of $42 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change).

Resort fee includes use of the following amenities - Daily breakfast buffet for two persons - Two bottles of premium water - One signature Pink Shell Beach tote (per reservation) - Beach chairs and beach umbrellas - 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 We love the Pink Shell! Can't wait to go back

Oct 19, 2020 Jamcos0513 North Port, Florida

We've stayed here multiple times and never disappointed. The amenities and staff are amazing. We took advantage of the paddle board and kayak rentals included with our stay and had such a great time. The breakfast at Jacks is great and love the food and drink service by the Octopool from Bongos. The sunset is amazing from the beach and we walked… Read more
We've stayed here multiple times and never disappointed. The amenities and staff are amazing. We took advantage of the paddle board and kayak rentals included with our stay and had such a great time. The breakfast at Jacks is great and love the food and drink service by the Octopool from Bongos. The sunset is amazing from the beach and we walked the beach all the way to the town square where there's lots of restaurants and shops. Perfect getaway for couples or families with kids. My husband and I got a couples Swedish massage at Aquagene spa and it was fabulous! Dawn did a great job. We will definitely be back again! Read less
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Oct 19, 2020 AmandaLee49 Hutchinson, Minnesota

I HIGHLY recommend Pink Shell! My family and I just left and can't wait to come back. EVERYONE was incredibly nice and provided EXCELLENT service. The room was incredibly nice, much nicer than expected. The views, the pools, the beach, the activities, I can't say enough. Little details like music that plays underwater at the pool and the AMAZING… Read more
I HIGHLY recommend Pink Shell! My family and I just left and can't wait to come back. EVERYONE was incredibly nice and provided EXCELLENT service. The room was incredibly nice, much nicer than expected. The views, the pools, the beach, the activities, I can't say enough. Little details like music that plays underwater at the pool and the AMAZING free breakfast made the experience truly special. My kids most enjoyed the nature walks with Ranger Rob. He was very knowledgeable and approachable, he made learning about the area very fun! Can't wait to visit again!! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Dawn’s Deep Tissue Massage... oh yeah baby

Oct 16, 2020 MaxG_0012

Dawn left me feeling like i just downed a margarita and took a hit of another 8 letter word that starts with M!! Definitely would recommend the deep tissue she can go as hard or soft as you need or like. Will be back. Thanks Dawn!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Not worth the price

Oct 13, 2020 Hanna Y

I visited the Pinkshell this weekend for a girls trip. The pool and beachside area was nice, it served its purpose. Everything else, on the other hand was not. We paid way too much for what the hotel had to offer. If you can get this hotel for around $150 a night then it’s worth it, anything more you would be paying too much. I over paid at $350 a… Read more
I visited the Pinkshell this weekend for a girls trip. The pool and beachside area was nice, it served its purpose. Everything else, on the other hand was not. We paid way too much for what the hotel had to offer. If you can get this hotel for around $150 a night then it’s worth it, anything more you would be paying too much. I over paid at $350 a night. First day of our stay we enjoyed a nice day at the beach and pool. When we got back to our hotel I ran to the shower. As soon as I turned it on the water came out brown, it was beyond disgusting. Maintenance guy was called and came right away to fix it. However, this made me extremely cautious to use it. The room itself was completely outdated. The toilet ran our entire trip, we had ready unpacked all our belongings so at the point it would’ve been a hassle to request a different room. The beds were extremely uncomfortable. For $350 a night I wish they had some decent bedding but they didn’t. The quilt was very rough and not comforting at all. If you are worried about Covid measures then this place is not for you. They have signs everywhere, but per the front desk manager they are not allowed to enforce the policy. This was an issue at breakfast as they served buffet style and people were going up to the line without masks. We decided not to go back for breakfast. All of this was addressed with the director of operations and he didn’t seam to care. I like to find a place in all the beach cities around Florida that I enjoy and would come back to for future weekend getaways. This is not one of them. I will not be returning here. If you are searching for a place that has a nice beach and pool but don’t care about the quality of the hotel room and getting a good nights rest then this is your place. If all of the above matter in your decision for choosing a place then I wouldn’t come here, I would avoid Ft Meyers beach altogether. The surrounding area didn’t leave much to desire. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Nice place but do your homework

Oct 11, 2020 mymaddiegirl Miami, Florida

Overall this was an enjoyable stay at the pink shell. However there are considerations that limit it from being a great resort. Staff- excellent- always gong out of their way to accommodate you, take interest in your conversation and questions with only one person who was not at their game the entire 3 days we spent there. Amenities- we only… Read more
Overall this was an enjoyable stay at the pink shell. However there are considerations that limit it from being a great resort. Staff- excellent- always gong out of their way to accommodate you, take interest in your conversation and questions with only one person who was not at their game the entire 3 days we spent there. Amenities- we only used the beach partial day and did not partake in the kayaks, paddleboards etc but all were in good condition and staff attentive to assisting you. Loved the little flags on the chairs and umbrellas to alert staff that you needed drink or food. The daily breakfasts were very good which included an omlette and waffle station as well. COVID - this resort takes great care in providing sanitizers about every turn and corner possible as well and cleaning room. Staff all wore masks and this included staff cleaning rooms. Unfortunately people congregating the pool area did not necessarily take thought about it. Rooms- well kept, but beware the bathrooms and unsure if in all rooms were these very large bath tubs (non Jacuzzi - but size of one) with ledge which made it hard getting in and out of. Probably my most frustrating about the resort as well as the placement of the bedrooms in the suites facing out to the walkway and not the gulf view side. Overall it was a pleasant stay and would stay again if in the area. Rooms- we stayed in the Read less