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Kona Kai Motel

Property class: 2.5

Photo gallery for Kona Kai Motel

A pathway flanked by palm trees and wooden buildings with thatched roofs.
A clear blue pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a thatched-roof structure.
A hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk, a chair, and a ceiling fan.
A thatched-roof structure with outdoor seating, surrounded by palm trees and a wooden deck.
A compact kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$316
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

Explore the area

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1539 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL, 33957
  • Place, Periwinkle Way
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanibel Island Southern Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Room, Balcony (Room 1-1)

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a small refrigerator, a microwave, a wooden chair, and a television mounted on the wall.

Basic Room, Balcony (Room 1-1)

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

View all photos for Basic Room, Balcony (Room 1-3, 2-1, 2-6, 3-2, 3-6)

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a door leading to a balcony.

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Room, Balcony (Room 1-6)

A bedroom with a bed, a small kitchenette, a ceiling fan, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Basic Room, Balcony (Room 1-6)

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

View all photos for Room, Balcony (Efficiency One King -Tiki)

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a door, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Room, Balcony (Efficiency One King -Tiki)

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

View all photos for Room, Balcony (Eff 1-5, 2-2, 2-5, 3-5, 3-1, 1-2H/C)

A compact kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, Balcony (Room 1-4, 2-3, 2-4, 3-3, 3-4)

A living room with a glass-top coffee table, a wicker sofa, a television, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Sanibel

Kona Kai Motel places you steps from Periwinkle Way and within a 10-minute stroll of J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Mid Island motel include Key West Express and Sanibel Island Southern Beach.
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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

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bimini Bait Shack - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Phuzzy’s Boat Shack - ‬64 min drive
  • ‪Turtles Tiki Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Kona Kai Motel

Kona Kai Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sanibel motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 4 buildings
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Kona Kai Motel offers 19 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchenettes offer fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

This Sanibel motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: 3 per cent of room rate

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is 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 parking available at Kona Kai Motel?

Yep, Kona Kai Motel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Kona Kai Motel?

As of 13 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kona Kai Motel on 17 Aug 2026 start from NZ$316, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Kona Kai Motel?

The closest beach to Kona Kai Motel is Sanibel Island Southern Beach (3.2 km).

Does Kona Kai Motel have a pool?

Kona Kai Motel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kona Kai Motel?

No, Kona Kai Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kona Kai Motel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kona Kai Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Kona Kai Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 616 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1006 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very quaint motel close to every thing nice Beaches
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was close to everything we needed- pool was awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for extended family stays. After you catch your fish, there's a cleaning station, BBQ and full kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the tiki vibe and pool was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was GREAT ... relaxing in an uncrowded, clean and well maintained motel like Kona Kai was like a breath of fresh air.It was perfect for "getting away from it all "... we'll be back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and helpful staff! The room was clean and comfortable and the property is just beautiful- centrally located and easy to get to either side of the island.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The office staff was friendly and helpful. The room was clean, comfortable and conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute place with clean rooms in a great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay. Helpful friendly staff. Nice room and AC. Wish pool was open till 10pm though
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, nice location.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful. The staff were top notch and so friendly and helpful. They made our stay all the more enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mayra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The room was very clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jyotis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is super clean! Very comfortable. Close to everything. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first time in Sanibel and I loved staying here! The hotel was close to everything and so nice and adorable! There isn’t daily housekeeping, which I actually love, but anything you need you can get at the office.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this property!! Large, clean swimming pool. Small property. Landscaping beautiful! Very quiet motel which I like! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff, walking distance to many restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice common area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Really nicely decorated room and warm pool. Never saw a single staff, had to check myself in and nobody was in the office the entire visit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean and the staff was terrific, very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice room and grounds
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Delia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and the staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great ambiance and really clean comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So nice! Unusually comfortable beds, exceptionally clean since the property is new, great kitchen amenities, lovely pool.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was fantastic!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026