Fort Myers Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Fort Myers Beach

With a population of 6,277, Fort Myers Beach is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Fort Myers Beach has to offer.

Where to Eat in Fort Myers Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bayfront Bistro (4761 Estero Blvd) and Parrot Key Caribbean Grill - Fort Myers, FL (2500 Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Fort Myers Beach

Fort Myers Beach in August
Estimated hotel price
$166
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fort Myers Beach in August
Estimated hotel price
$166
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Fort Myers Beach

Plane

When flying to Fort Myers Beach, you’ll arrive at SW Florida Intl Airport (RSW), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Fort Myers Beach include Air France, JetBlue and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Fort Myers Beach departs from Detroit and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Fort Myers Beach.

Car

Another option to get to Fort Myers Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 148 miles from Fort Myers Beach. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Fort Myers Beach using RedCoach or FlixBus. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Fort Myers Beach takes 125 miles and will cost you around $50. From Tampa, the ticket costs about $60 for a journey of 125 miles.

Plane

When flying to Fort Myers Beach, you’ll arrive at SW Florida Intl Airport (RSW), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Fort Myers Beach include Air France, JetBlue and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Fort Myers Beach departs from Detroit and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Fort Myers Beach.

Car

Another option to get to Fort Myers Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 148 miles from Fort Myers Beach. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Fort Myers Beach using RedCoach or FlixBus. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Fort Myers Beach takes 125 miles and will cost you around $50. From Tampa, the ticket costs about $60 for a journey of 125 miles.

Airlines serving Fort Myers Beach

Lufthansa
Good (4,666 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (940 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,541 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,618 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,307 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,467 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,863 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (871 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,176 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,654 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (716 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fort Myers Beach

Average rates range from around $323 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $319 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Fort Myers Beach

Most booked hotels in Fort Myers Beach

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ft Myers Beach-Sanibel Gateway
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 833 reviews)
$121+
Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 189 reviews)
$314+
Trianon Bonita Bay
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 768 reviews)
$104+
Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Myers Estero
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 448 reviews)
$141+
Diamondhead Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 499 reviews)
$285+
Hyatt Place Coconut Point
3 stars
Excellent (8, 264 reviews)
$138+

Renting a car in Fort Myers Beach

Renting a car in Fort Myers Beach costs $48 per day, on average, or $145 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 10% more expensive than at Fort Myers SW Florida Intl.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Fort Myers Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Economy (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fort Myers Beach, while also 63% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Fort Myers Beach costs $48 per day, on average, or $145 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 10% more expensive than at Fort Myers SW Florida Intl.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Fort Myers Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Economy (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fort Myers Beach, while also 63% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car rental agencies in Fort Myers Beach

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