Hotels in Fort Myers, Florida

A little about Fort Myers...

Fort Myers is the county seat and commercial center of Lee County, Florida. The population was 48,208 at the 2000 census. According to the 2005 U.S. Census Bureau's Estimates, the city had a population of 58,428.

The city is one of two major cities that make up the Cape Coral-Fort Myers MSA, the other being Cape Coral. As of July 1, 2005, the population estimate for the metropolitan area was 544,758.

Fort Myers is home to the tallest building in Southwest Florida, High Point Place. Cameratta Properties built High Point Placein a joint venture with The Carlyle Group

Colleges:

Edison College
Florida Gulf Coast University
International College
Nova Southeastern University
Southwest Florida College

There are activities for ALL ages! Golfing, skateboarding, ice-skating, roller-skating, nature walks, a hands-on museum, water park, planetarium, and much more for the family!

Attractions:

Edison & Ford Winter Estates - Step back in time by visiting Thomas Edison and Henry Ford's winter estates, the nation's 9th most visited historic home. You can take an extended guided tour of the homes, museum, laboratory and gardens. Botanical tours are available by special request.

Fort Myers Historical Museum - The Fort Myers Historical Museum is housed in the former Atlantic Coastline Railroad depot on Peck Street in downtown Fort Myers. Here you will find information on early settlers of Southwest Florida including the Calusa, Paleo and Seminole Indians and an extensive artifacts collection. Exhibits include a private Pullman rail car and an authentic replica of a pioneer "cracker" house. Browse the exhibits at your own pace, or take part in a group tour.

Imaginarium Hands-On Museum - If you are looking for a place to interact with the kids, the Imaginarium offers fun for the whole family. Located just off Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd this science museum features more than 60 interactive exhibits. These fun and educational exhibits allow children to learn obout the environment, weather physics and other topics. Attractions include animals, aquariums displaying marine life, a touch pool, hurricane simulator, puppet theatre and interactive areas for preschoolers.

Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium - The Calusa Nature Center has a museum, nature trails, aviary and planetarium. Visit the museum to learn more about Southwest Florida's natural history. There are daily programs which include educational talks about indigious animals including snakes, alligators, birds and butterflies. Visitors are able to get up close and personal to some of these creatures. Learn all about constellations, planets, star clusters and galaxies in the planetarium. Calusa's 105 acre site has plenty of picnic areas in the grounds.

Beaches:

Fort Myers Area Waterfront & Beaches - No trip to Lee County would be complete without exploring our fantastic waterfront!

Barrier Islands: North Captiva, Cayo Costa, Gasparilla Island - Popular with residents and tourists alike, Lee County's northern barrier islands are only accessible by boat. A great getaway or day trip.

Sanibel and Captiva Islands - Beautiful barrier islands that have balanced growth with concern for nature and wildlife. World famous for shelling, fishing, and the J.N. "Ding" Darling Wildlife Preserve.

Cape Coral - Tucked behind Sanibel near the mouth of the Caloosahatchee River, Cape Coral's riverfront sandy beach and public fishing pier are open to residents and visitors year round. Amenities include BBQ grills, picnic shelters, restaurant, and a children's play area. Miles of canals weave through Cape Coral, providing waterfront vistas in many places.

Fort Myers Beach - The perfect "Florida Beach Town", Fort Myers Beach combines family vacations with fun and nightlife. The Town Square near the pier is a great people-watching spot, while further down the island residential properties and condominiums make for a quieter beach experience. Along Estero Boulevard there are many beach access points, allowing the public to enjoy this coast's pristine white sands. A great vacation destination!

Lover's Key - South of Fort Myers Beach and North of Bonita is a wonderful family recreation area called Lover's Key. Carl E. Johnson Park, operated by Lee County Parks, boasts wide sandy beaches, clean clear water, and the feeling of being "away from it all - yet close to amenities and luxury hotels. The park entrance is between New Pass and Big Carlos Pass.

Bonita Beach - The southernmost beach in Lee County, Bonita Beach is lined with Australian Pine trees. Public parking, restaurants and play equipment are available, and it's a great beach for strolling and enjoying the scenery.

Caloosahatchee River - Majestic and peaceful, the Caloosahatchee River Waterfront is part of the downtown business community, and a popular recreation destination for fishing, waterskiing, sight seeing, and eco-tours. For the perfect finish to a Fort Myers day, watch the sun set over the Caloosahatchee!