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The PalmView

706 Donax, Sanibel Island, FL 33957
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The PalmView
4.5 of 5 stars 36 Reviews
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Nags Head, North Carolina
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

I visited Sanibel staying at the Palm View Inn in 2005.Since than I've visited a dozen times all at the Palm View.The rooms are CLEAN spacious and quiet.Conveniently located to all actives on Sanibel,and a 6 minute walk to the beach with no parking fees.Umbrellas,beach chairs,beach towels and bikes are provided no charge.The rates are reasonable which can be hard... More

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Cedarburg, Wisconsin
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2012
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Chrisitine Lemmon who is an author on Sanibel Island encourages everyone that they should have their "Portion of the Sea." Saniblel Island and staying at the PalmView is our "portion of the sea." The island brings us such peace, and being return visitors as well we cannot imagine staying anywhere but the PalmView. It is cozy, welcoming, quiet, and quaint.... More

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Cynthia Young, Owner at The PalmView, responded to this review
2 April 2012

Thank you so much for such a lovely review. Sanibel Island is certainly special, and we are glad you enjoyed the Island while staying at the Palmview. Your description of your stay is what Sanibel is about, and descibes what we hope all of our guests feel about the Palmview. Thank you also for mentioning how helpful Laurie, our Manager... More

Cincinnati, Ohio
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2012

I stayed at The Palm View for 2 weeks. It's like renting a little cottage; guests take care of their own housekeeping (the staff provides fresh linens weekly). It's clean, quiet and comfortable. This little complex has its own laundry for guests and provides bikes, beach chairs and umbrella. Just a short walk to the beach; a bit longer to... More

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Cynthia Young, Owner at The PalmView, responded to this review
16 March 2012

Thank you for visiting the Palmview Inn, and taking the time to write such a nice review. We very much appreciate this. We are also so glad you enjoyed your stay, and that Laurie was so terrific. We hope to see you again. More

Anna
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12 reviews 12 reviews
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2012

I have lost track of how many years we have been staying here. The manager is great. I look forward to seeing her as much as I do my stay. The rooms are always clean. The place is off the main drive so you don't have all the traffic. The walk to the beach is about 5 minutes - maybe..... More

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Cynthia Young, Owner at The PalmView, responded to this review
5 March 2012

Thank you for taking the time to write such a nice review regarding the Palmview Inn. We appreciate that you are a repeat guest, and you have enjoyed your visits so much. We are happy our Manager has been so helpful, and that you also enjoyed seeing her dog when he visits. We hope to see you again. More

Des Moines area
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012
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people found this review helpful

We have stayed at this Inn several times in the past few years. The manager always makes us feel welcomed in this relaxed, peaceful enviroment. The rooms are always exceptionally clean and cozy, and has everything we need to feel comfortable. Bikes are available to ride, fully equipped kitchen, outdoor seating to sit and visit with friends or read a... More

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Cynthia Young, Owner at The PalmView, responded to this review
3 February 2012

Thank you so much for taking the time out to write such a kind review. We appreciate you being a return guest, and that our Manager has always made you feel so at home. We are new owners, so you noticing our improvements is wonderful. Thank you again for taking the time to write a review, and we hope to... More

new york
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012

I had the pleasure of visiting Sanibel Island for the first time,going over the bridge was like leaving all your cares behind, the Biking, seashell beaches,the wild lives, the sunsets,and the people being so friendly take your breath away,but most outstanding event was staying in the Calossa room at the palm-view Inn I loved the colors, it was spacious, clean... More

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Cynthia Young, Owner at The PalmView, responded to this review
25 January 2012

Thank you so much for your lovely review. I am so glad you had such a relaxing vacation and that the Palmview Inn could be part of that. Sanibel is certainly special. Thank you again, and we hope you visit us soon. More

Miami, Florida
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 December 2011
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person found this review helpful

We are nature photographers and so much in love with the Island's character, its people, its quaint small town atmosphere and the Island's emphasis on preservation awareness of its natural resources. We would not consider staying anywhere else while visiting this unique barrier island! The nature trails, the bird life and preservation efforts that Sanibel has enacted to preserve this... More

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Cynthia Young, Owner at The PalmView, responded to this review
27 December 2011

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review regarding the Palmview Inn and our Manager. We appreciate that you have continued to stay at the Palmview, and that our Manager has been instrumental in this. As you have said the Islands are so special, and as Nature Lovers you really understand the character of Sanibel and... More

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 December 2011

We loved these cozy cottages just a short 5 minute walk to the beach. The owner was there everyday and answered all our questions with very friendly suggestions. We have found our new Sanibel home.

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Cynthia Young, Owner at The PalmView, responded to this review
21 December 2011

Thank you for your kind review regarding your stay at the Palmview Inn. We are happy our Manager was able to answer your questions, and be so helpful. We are new owners, so we are pleased you enjoyed one of our newly decorated units. Thank you again for your review, and we hope to see you soon. More

Fort Myers, Florida
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 December 2011

The location is perfect, a short walk to the beach and a short bike ride to shops and restaurants. What I really loved was having so much space, our own little house to relax at after exploring the island. It was so clean and complete with a kitchen and living room. There is even onsite laundry offered, a grill and... More

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Cynthia Young, Owner at The PalmView, responded to this review
21 December 2011

Thank you for taking the time to write such a nice review regarding your stay at the Palmview Inn. We are happy you enjoyed your accomodations, and that our Manager was so helpful to you. We hope to see you again soon at the Palmview, and thank you so much for your review. More

ft lauderdale
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 August 2011

My family and dogs stay here a few times a year for the past 5 years. It is clean, quiet inexpensive and best of all dog friendly. It is a short walk to the beach on donax rd to a great central part of Sanibel island beach. It is never crowded. It is very close to the central business area... More

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  • Palmview Hotel Sanibel Island
  • Palmview Sanibel Island
Address: 706 Donax, Sanibel Island, FL 33957
Price range (per night):* S$109 - 236

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