South Seas Island Resort

We spent Fourth of July weekend as a family of five with our kids-7, 5, and 8 months and it was everything we needed and more. The staff, from check-in to pool service, went above and beyond, and the kids’ events felt nonstop in the best way. Our two-bedroom beach villa was the perfect setup, and we loved being steps from the ocean. We rented a 6-seater golf cart, which was such a fun way of transportation. The food was great, and the firework show was truly the best we’ve ever experienced. We are already trying to figure out when to go back.

This resort is a such a special corner of Southwest Florida everyone should visit! Having lived just an hour away, I didn't even know this place existed- but it turned out to be a tropical getaway I never expected! We had a great weekend at the pool, beach, and golf course; and enjoyed some of the best food we've had at a resort. The pool cabanas are equipped with everything you could want, and the golf carts and laid back atmosphere make you truly feel like you're on island time.

Go glad the area was rebuilt after the Hurricane damage. Local restaurants were so amazingly good! Captiva boat cruise is not to be missed. Have a great time.

Dinner at newly opened Harborside. My wife and I went for dinner last night to celebrate our 10th anniversary having got married on the tip of Sunset beach in 2016. I have to say the restaurant itself is beautifully decorated and laid out, all the staff were welcoming friendly and polite. The view over the marina is absolutely stunning with manatees in the marina as we entered. Our waitress Lateavia was truly a wonderful lady so happy in her work and helpful at every point. The food was just a wow, whilst there are quite a few beachy type restaurants on Captiva there are little in the way of fine dining well you will be pleased to know it has arrived with the newly opened Harborside at South Seas a huge improvement I must say on the old one. The food was beautifully presented and the taste and quality truly outstanding.The portions are quite large but the quality is there, my wife had the wrack of lamb and said it was the best she ever had my ribeye was a wonderful quality piece of steak cooked to perfection. Well done all.

Although I truly appreciate the significance of the hurricane damage and I understood I was staying while the resort is still in rebuilding mode, I think there are some things that could have gone a little smoother during our stay. During the check in process, I think a much better explanation of the property, its current condition and open amenities should have been better explained. The building we stayed in was 3 miles from the beach and resort pools with extremely limited parking. A shuttle is offered but there is a walk to the shuttle stops. The best way to get around the resort and into town is to rent a golf cart. I ended up doing so, although that process was not explained or offered at check in. The food choices are limited on the property at the moment. Lots of construction and the one access road to our buildings was blocked off at times during construction. They had to move equipment to let us through. This should also have been mentioned. On the positive side, the room was spotless and comfortable. We had a beautiful view of the bayside. The beach and pool areas were very nice. Water is gorgeous. It’s just a little early. I hope they complete a lot of the construction before this fall when the busy season starts up.