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West-End Paradise

1389 Tahiti Dr., Sanibel Island, FL 33857
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013 via mobile

Nothing is perfect so the only thing I have to say was negative was the bed. But if the bed were any comfortable I would have moved in and never left! We enjoyed the scenery, the ambiance, the owner was super helpful and you could tell he took care of his property and helped us to make the most of... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

My mom and I stayed at West End for four nights in one of the the smallest rooms which was just fine for us. It was a decently comfortable bed, a nice little A/C that cooled the place down, microwave, mini fridge, lots of storage areas, beach equipment, and a fine bathroom. Everything was so clean! The host, Darwin, was... More

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Cardiff, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

We have just returned from a weeks stay at this wonderful destination. We had high hopes, having read the reviews on this site and we were not disappointed. Everything that has been said about the accomodation, the beach, the hospitality of the host, the comfort of the facilities and the island itself all far exceeded our expectations. We will certainly... More

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Waitsfield, Vermont
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

We spent three nights in the Pink Shell Room last week during our last minute getaway. I believe it may be the smallest room, and Darwin made sure to disclose the size of the room. But, honestly, it was fine. We didn't spend that much time in the room anyway, and while we were there, we enjoyed the pleasant decor... More

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Lincoln, NE
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2013

An absolutely fantasic place! Reserved for 3 days but wished we could have stayed there longer -- like 10,000 years from now. Place was so clean one could eat off any surface. Darwin warned us the room was small, but we thought it plenty roomy. Contained every convenince imaginable from the beach umberella to coffee cups. What really blew us... More

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Orlando, FL
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2013

With small properties you never know what to expect. However, West End Paradise was everything everyone else has stated. Our unit was spotless, well maintained, and well equipped. Darwin took very good care of us, and was extremely helpful with ideas, and recommendations for places to eat, or things to do. The property is extremely clean, and maintained. It is... More

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Westerville, Ohio, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2012

This was our 4th visit to Sanibel and WEP in the last 5 years. This year was a bit of a last minute decision. Darwin took great care of us, giving us the 2 bed, 2 bath unit (only one available) for the 1/1 price. We did have to stay at another lodge for the first few nights. It was... More

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Columbia, Missouri
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 December 2012

We found this place through TripAdvisor. The property is located in a very nice, quiet residential neighborhood on the west end of Sanibel away from the crowds on the east end. Although the structures are older, the owner Darwin, takes loving care of the property and we were thrilled with our apartment (#3). Everything was spotlessly clean and well-maintained. The... More

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Yorkville, IL
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 December 2012

Stayed 3 nights in unit #1 here last week of November 2012. The unit is equipped with everything you could possibly need....and if you need anything, Darwin told us call anytime of day or night. Darwin was very good at recommending places to go and restaurants to visit. We saw very little wildlife on the property..but it could have been... More

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Ft Lauderdale, FL
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 July 2012

We stayed here July 6-8 as a last minute birthday present for my wife. I called Darwin, the owner, at noon on the 6th, and he had their biggest room ( a 2/2) available, but because we were only 2 he gave us a very fair price, so we showed up around 7PM. The property is situated in a quiet... More

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Also Known As:
West-End Paradise Hotel
West-End Paradise Hotel Sanibel Island
Address: 1389 Tahiti Dr., Sanibel Island, FL 33857
Region: United States > Florida > Southwest Gulf Coast > Sanibel Island
Amenities:
Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 9 B&Bs / Inns in Sanibel Island
Price range (per night): RM287 - 709

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