Port Sanibel Marina is an “Old‑Florida” style full‑service marina in Fort Myers. Nestled at the Caloosahatchee River mouth, it offers premium boat and kayak rentals, charters, paddocks, a ship store, waterfront restaurant, and nat...
Port Sanibel Marina consistently delivers smooth, hassle-free boat rentals with a staff that really knows their stuff. Ryan, Theo, Cheri, and the dock hands get frequent shout-outs for being genuinely helpful, from loading gear to sharing local tips about fishing spots and lunch destinations like Cabbage Key and Cayo Costa. The rental process is refreshingly straightforward, and you'll actually talk to real people when you call with questions. Most boats come back with praise for being clean and well-maintained, though it's worth noting that not all vessels have navigation systems, so download a good GPS app before you head out. The vast majority of renters have wonderful experiences exploring the Sanibel area waters, with families especially enjoying beach stops for swimming and shelling. A few scattered complaints mention boats with maintenance issues or non-functioning electronics, which seems to happen occasionally but isn't the norm based on the positive feedback. The marina was still rebuilding from Hurricane Ian during some of these reviews, yet operations remained solid throughout.
Best boat launch, tours and boat storage
Terry Gardiner
April 3, 2026
Best boat launch, tours and boat storage
Terry Gardiner
April 3, 2026