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Sundial Beach Resort & Spa is a wedding venue located in Sanibel, FL. Situated in the idyllic Gulf of Mexico, this island resort offers stunning white sand beaches and panoramic views of the coast. The property was recently awarded Best Events Facilities on Sanibel and Captiva Islands and boasts both modern amenities and services that are sure to impress.
A number of indoor and outdoor options are available for couples who choose Sundial Beach Resort & Spa for their special day. The property’s beach, with its crystal clear waters and soothing ocean sounds, provides the perfect backdrop for your wedding ceremony. Post-ceremony, you and your guests can retire to the property’s stylish Gulf-front terrace to enjoy a cocktail reception as you mingle with guests. Additional event spaces include the venue’s lush gulf-view lawn, semi-private hibiscus-laced lawn, and spacious indoor ballroom with an adjoining outdoor terrace, offering stunning beach-front views and capacity for up to 200 attendees. Prior to the ceremony, you and your wedding party can also utilize the professional beauty located onsite. In addition to the big day itself, the team can also host a range of related events such as engagement parties, wedding showers, rehearsal dinners, and next-day celebrations.
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa offers a number of all-inclusive and custom wedding packages to choose from. Their expert coordination team offers personal consultations and can assist in devising an itinerary that best suits you and your partner’s needs. There are a number of event rentals included, such as tables, chairs, and linens, in addition to china and glassware. The Sundial team will manage the setup and teardown of event areas, allowing you and your beloved to relax and enjoy the celebrations. A selection of beverages is available at the bar, from champagne, signature drinks, and premium liquors to house beer and wine. For your convenience, the venue offers ample parking facilities for guests and is also wheelchair accessible.
Sandra Storoschuk(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-04-2022 We had such a great experience hosting our wedding at Sundial. Not only did our guests have a great time at the wedding but we were so pleased with the experience of the planning and execution of the wedding. We had the pleasure of working with Francesca as our Catering Sales Manager and she was so responsive and supportive throughout the entire process. The food and drinks were absolutely delicious. The wedding reception area was beyond perfect as we were tucked between beautiful palm trees. We couldn't have been happier. Reviewed on 29-07-2022
Jordan Jackson(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-06-2022 Sundial was incredible to work with and absolutely went above and beyond for our wedding weekend! We spent 5 days on the resort and had lots of friends and family flying into town. One of the things I loved about the resort was that whether you were there looking to have a good time and party or there with your kiddos, the resort offers so many activities and entertainment regardless of the occasion! A lot of friends were able to turn our wedding weekend into a week long family vacation with their kiddos and had an incredible time! I loved how everything was close by and in walkable distance. Our guests didn't have to rent golf carts to get where they needed to be and were able to locate the spots for all of our wedding activities. Further, working with the Sundial team, especially Francesca and Tony was amazing. Francesca made sure everything went off without a hitch and the reception was setup exactly how I had imagined it would look like. She was super responsive to all of my questions and as we got closer and closer to wedding day, her attentiveness and ability to easy any and all of my concerns allowed me to be completely stress free going into wedding weekend! It felt so good not having to worry or stress about anything! Tony was our bar manger for the whole weekend and was the absolute sweetest! All of our guests loved him! Both Francesca and Tony conducted themselves with the upmost professionalism and were so easy to work with! Our weekend went so smooth that my parents are considering doing their vow renewal at Sundial because of our experience. My husband and I can't wait to go back as Sundial will always remain a very special place to us! Reviewed on 17-07-2022
Shane Baker(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-05-2022 All of our wedding dreams came true at the Sundial Beach and Resort. And I’m not an easy person to please but thanks to Francesca and her amazing team. They made our special day unbelievable. The chef was so accommodating and his wait staff was on point from the beginning. Food was so delicious. We could go on and on about that day! Highly recommend them. Reviewed on 15-07-2022
Taylor Freed(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-06-2022 Francesca and her team did truly an amazing job with our wedding, from beginning to end! Communication was swift and there was never a time where one of our questions went unanswered. The day was absolutely beautiful and ran so smoothly with the help of the Sundial team! If you are looking for a beautiful venue, I 100% recommend Francesca and her team at Sundial Beach Resort and Spa. Reviewed on 25-06-2022
Molly Thielker(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 21-05-2022 We toured and spoke with multiple wedding venues in the area and ultimately chose to go with the Sundial in large part, because of Francesca Giachetta. She was flexible, consultative, extremely prompt with follow-ups, and just FUN to work with! Day of, Francesca continued to be amazing! Many of our guests commented on how attentive and helpful she was to them. Guests also noted that she had a charismatic energy that was fun to interact with. Future brides - you will love Francesca! The customer service model of the Sundial is exceptional! Every staff member we interacted with, went out of their way to accommodate any request that we had no matter how big or small. We’re so happy with every aspect of our wedding weekend and day! Reviewed on 29-05-2022
Ellie Avallone(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-02-2022 Our wedding at the Sundial resort was amazing! Everything from the day we started the initial planning to brunch the morning after the wedding went so smoothly and beautifully. Francesca was a huge help…she was always very responsive, helpful, positive and full of great ideas. She made it seem like coordinating weddings at the Sundial was second nature to her! Our entire wedding day, including my hair and makeup services at the spa, the ceremony on the beach, the cocktail hour and the reception went perfectly and I couldn’t have asked for anything more. My only complaint is that I didn’t want the day to end! My husband and I would highly recommend the Sundial Resort and we owe a huge thanks to everyone there who made our wedding events so special! Reviewed on 18-05-2022
Krista Browning(bride)1 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-05-2022 I highly advise looking at a different venue. The Sundial resort coordinator made a lot of promises & didn’t deliver. Tracy Snyder should never be able to plan another wedding ever. Thank God I personally hired a wedding planner - But the resort used my planner to blame all of the problems we had & has yet to take responsibility. Myself & my bridesmaids were waiting for someone to come and get us before the ceremony - but no one did. We were told we’d get a golf cart ride to the main building. But instead we were getting calls asking where we were, we had to carry our flowers, personal belongings, etc & walk through the parking lot. After that, I can say that thanks to our wedding planner, our ceremony was beautiful, the cocktail hour was nice, & we did get some amazing speeches in the few moments that we were able to enjoy all of the hard work we put into planning the decor. But even though my planner confirmed with Tracy that there would be a back up plan if it rained…and that she’d handle it - it wasn’t handled. Guess what, it rained. The resort will say that they asked myself and my husband if we wanted to move inside, which is not true. I was never approached by the resort. I was approached by my planner. I didn’t want to move inside but I also was not looking at the radar and I did not know what was coming. The resort has a safety team for a reason. It wasn’t safe nor sanitary for our friends and family to sit outside in a downpour. Rather than setting up our backup space with the resort linens, chairs, center pieces etc that I didn’t use - they stood around and did nothing. Then they moved my people to a space that didn’t fit them, with zero linens, zero silverware, and no bar. I paid for an open bar that was not open for at lease an hour, maybe an hour and a half. I had guests going to the main bar and paying for drinks! After I paid $175 per person that included an open bar. The bartender Tony was rude to my guests, complaining about the specialty drinks we selected and sent to the venue weeks in advance. As my people were moving tables and getting chairs, so that they could finally sit down for dinner, no one from the resort was serving my guests water, soda, tea - they had nothing to drink. And then because of the delay the food came out cold. Oh and my cake - my cake was just sitting on a shit table - the cake tower that I borrowed from the venue was left outside with my cake topper. My bridesmaids and family were trying to brave the rain to bring things in to try to make it right. As a result of that, my cousin cut her foot on a vase that she dropped because it was so wet outside and ended up getting 4 stitches at the ER. I paid nearly $40,000 for the entire wedding. Planned every detail down to the color of the flatware and the resort essentially ruined the entire thing due to their lack of planning and disorganization. They had zero compassion for what happened and took no responsibility. Also, i can’t forget to mention that Tracy left before the event was over. They offered me $1,000 off the bill, a free breakfast and a 2 night stay for our anniversary, but then shortly after responded to Google reviews defaming me & my husband, saying things that absolutely weren’t true. All I can say is that I married my best friend and we were surrounded by people who support and love us in the most amazing way possible. Having them, is what will carry us through the sadness we feel because we were treated so poorly by the venue. Reviewed on 15-05-2022
Veronica Lidbeck(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-03-2022 We live on the east coast of Florida but my dream was to always have a sunset wedding. So we went in search of our perfect match & we found it at The Sundial. The resort speaks for itself. Right on the beach with chairs & umbrellas provided as well as multiple pools on property. The scenery is beautiful & guest services are great. We had the pleasure of working with Francesca as our wedding event planner. From day 1 she became our friend & was easy to work with as well as talk to. Towards the end I thought I was going to drive her crazy with my 100 questions & concerns but she was able to answer all my questions & resolve my concerns. Day of food tasting came around & the chef was just as hospitable. The food was so amazing that it made it hard what to choose from. My husband & I had a last minute thought of having our rehearsal dinner at the resort & Francesca & her team made it happen. The same day is when I brought all my DIY’s for the day of the wedding as well as favors. The big day is here & we couldn’t have asked for more perfect weather. Our ceremony was on the beach & Francesca made sure our favors were out for our guests to grab. I was able to have a sneak peek of the ballroom before all the guests came in & everything was set up just as I envisioned it. We had such a great time! We made a whole vacation out of it & stayed for 6 days. We can’t wait to come back one day & relax as a married couple & enjoy all the wonderful amenities & beautiful beach! Reviewed on 29-03-2022
Carie T(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-02-2022 Our special day was perfect! Francesca prepared and coordinated the day with vendors in detail- from the beach rehearsal & our wedding ceremony, right down to cocktail hour on the private Lace Murex lawn, followed by the beautiful private ballroom with a terrace overlooking the ocean. The Sundial is perfectly set up to have a destination wedding. Reviewed on 20-03-2022
Samantha Lassandrello(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-12-2021 I had my wedding at the Sundial resort beach and spa in Sanibel island this past weekend and it was a dream come true. Not only is the resort gorgeous with tons to do but the staff is outstanding. Incredible service from beginning to end. All my guests raved about the food and how much fun they had. Best decision I made for my wedding was deciding to work with Sundial. I worked with Tracy, their director of sales and catering and I truly believe without her my wedding planning process would have been 10 times more stressful. Countless emails between the two of us making sure my day would go seamless and every concern I presented her with was taken care of instantly. These people really aim to please and I will forever be grateful that I chose this location to have my wedding. So many great memories that we'll talk about the rest of our lives. Thank you Tracy and everyone at Sundial! We will definitely be back! Reviewed on 15-12-2021
Shannon Wetherington(bride)2 out of 5 Rating
I got married at sundial in November. Planning went great. Everything was great until the day of. I was told there was going to be assistance with turning the light on and getting a few odds and ins put together for the reception. We had none. I only had a few things we needed help with. The wedding coordinator was doing another couples rehearsal 10 minutes before the start of my ceremony. That resulted in my guests having no direction on where to go or what to do to get to the ceremony (which I was told would be done). One of my guests needed a beach wheelchair I was told would be down by the ceremony ready for him. That wasn’t there either. We had to hunt someone down to get it for him. There was no golfcart or anything ready to get me, nor my husband down to the ceremony area which we were told would be done. When it came time for the reception the wedding coordinator was very disrespectful when talking to my grandmother about how the name tags were supposed to be coordinated with what food our guests requested. Which, again, we were not told ahead of time. Regardless I should’ve been the one she talked to. When my husband and the wedding coordinator went in to find a spot for one of my guests she proceeded to say to my husband “you know everyone always talks about how pretty the bride is but you are one of the most handsome grooms we’ve had.”. The food was not executed the way we were told it was going to be. Not to mention my food was cold when I got it. We had also set up the open bar to go until 10:30. The bar staff was going to close it at 9. The bar staff tried to get ahold of her several times about this and there was no response. The wedding coordinator left at about 7. Overall, the planning with her was great. The execution on the day of was not there at all. I didn’t have many requests by any means but the few I had were not done. It was extremely frustrating, stressful, and disappointing. I would absolutely not recommend having your wedding here. The staff was a mess with the exception of a few. Gorgeous venue I just wish the execution was done. Reviewed on 14-12-2021
Michelle Matens(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-12-2021 Excellent service, food, venue. Responsive, professional, top-notch. Would highly recommend. Excellent value. Sundial staff made our wedding perfect, exactly what we wanted, magical! Reviewed on 14-12-2021
Robert Ticho(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 12-10-2021 Francesca and the crew at Sun Dial were amazing. Everyone was super helpful and attentive. We couldn't have asked for better support on our special day. Reviewed on 22-11-2021
Emilee Snapp(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-10-2021 OBSESSED with our wedding at The Sundial. We had to postpone for a full year and during that time we worked with 3 different coordinators. All of them were AMAZING to work with and made sure everything was perfect for our big day. Francesca was our coordinator towards the end and she listened to our needs and concerns, communicated with us often, and she was easy to get ahold of throughout our big day. The resort was beautiful, our guests loved the accommodations, and we loved that once we were there, we didn't have to leave. We were able to have our rehearsal dinner, ceremony, and reception all in one location, making travel much easier for our guests. Our guests are still raving about much fun they had and how beautiful everything was! Reviewed on 07-11-2021
Kami Mrazik(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-09-2021 I got married at the Sundial on 9/24/21. It was stunning and everything I had imagined. My wedding was on the smaller side around 24 people. My ceremony was held on the lawn and overlooked the ocean. We had our reception on the terrace and it was picture perfect. Between the stringy lights and looking out and having the biggest view of the ocean it was surreal. Our bartender was on it and made sure everyone was taken care of throughout the night. The food was delicious everyone really enjoyed it! Tracy and Chandler were the absolute best! Having a destination wedding can be stressful because you really just have the trust the process an hope it all comes together. They made sure my wedding day was perfect and everything I had imagined. I can't thank them enough for making my day so special. My husband and I would highly recommend the Sundial to future brides and grooms! Reviewed on 07-10-2021
Karen Trajkovich(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-09-2021 We got married at The Sundial on 9/20/2021 and it was the most magical, fantastic experience ever!! We had never been to The Sundial or Sanibel before and we checked it out for the first time after seeing it on the internet in May. We automatically knew that it was the place of our dreams! The property is gorgeous.... it was like paradise! The landscaping is beautiful, and the beach is private and there aren't a lot of random people walking around, so we knew it would be perfect for our wedding ceremony! In the months leading up to our big day, Francesca kept in constant contact with me and calmed all my nerves.During our stay, all The Sundial staff was personable, responsive, and professional. We and our guests were so happy with the rooms! They were clean, and pretty. We really loved the full kitchens! The amenities were fantastic! We went kayaking, paddle boarding, played pickle ball, rode bikes, played ping pong and BINGO. We frequented the Tiki Bar for delicious food and Pina Coladas and their special drink \"Put the Lime in the Coconut\"!!! My bridal party and I went to the Kay Casperson Spa for hair and makeup and Ashley (makeup) and Julia (hair) were phenomenal! They made all of us look like models!!! The set up on the beach for the ceremony was beautiful, and the entire catering team was so accommodating and flexible with every little request we made during the reception. We are already trying to plan our next trip to The Sundial. We just loved it so much, and I think you would too!!!! Reviewed on 03-10-2021
Julie Curley(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-09-2020 We were married at the Sundial Beach Resort & Spa last year (2020) and had the most wonderful experience. From the perfect location, planning of the event, and the service and special attention we received, we couldn't have asked for more. The ladies at the Kay Casperson Spa took great care in preparing me, my mother, my daughter and two granddaughters for our special day. Tracy was absolutely amazing. She assisted with planning, answered our many questions, and ensured our packages arrived safely and were kept secure. Our chef created a delicious menu for our reception that received many compliments from our guests. Tony was an outstanding banquet manager & bartender, and never let our cups run dry. They were all such a pleasure to work with. Throughout our stay, the entire resort staff couldn't have been more accommodating. We highly recommend the Sundial Beach Resort & Spa for any of your special events and are looking forward to a repeat visit for our one year anniversary. Thank you all so much for a wonderful experience! Dewey & Julie Reviewed on 15-09-2021
Alexandra Alonso(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 08-08-2021 My husband and I chose the Sundial sight unseen! We couldn’t have been happier with our choice! For the amount of guests we invited we chose to have our reception in the Sundial ballroom 1 and 2! What we loved about our choice for the ballrooms is that there’s a terrace right outside through the doors from the ballroom! Our wedding coordinator Francesca was amazing to work with! She always responded to emails right away as if we were texting! Francesca would also always be more than willing to send us photos and information to answer all questions! It was a pleasure working with her through our entire wedding planning process! Both Francesca and Chandler were there for my husband and I every step of the way when we arrived to the Sundial for our wedding weekend! Francesca and Chandler are such amazing people to work with! A huge thank you to the two of them and all the staff that was at our wedding! Reviewed on 29-08-2021
Alyssa Abel(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-07-2021 The Sundial staff made all of our wedding dreams come true. The resort is fun and beautiful, the staff is extremely helpful, the food is great… I could go on. Special shout-out to Tracy for making sure all of our plans came to life. Thank you for an unforgettable wedding weekend! We will be back! Reviewed on 09-08-2021
Amanda Jacoby(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-05-2021 Could not be happier with choosing Sundial for our destination wedding! Francesca, Lavender and the whole Sundial team were amazing to work with and helped make our day more special than we could have imagined. Francesca worked closely with us from states away and with our other vendors to make sure our night ran seamlessly. The walk to the beach and the beach itself were visible to the public, but it was honestly so fun and made us feel special to have so many people rooting for us. From the appetizers to the entree the food was delicious, beyond what you would expect for a wedding dinner, and the service was excellent. If you’re looking for a venue in Sanibel look no further! Reviewed on 14-05-2021
Kimberly Wallace(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-01-2021 Lavender and the team at the Sundial turned our sunset wedding into a dream. Everything was perfectly coordinated and our guest could not stop raving about the service. It made for a very relaxing experience Reviewed on 16-02-2021
Lexi Goldberg(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-01-2021 The Sundial was the perfect choice for my wedding venue. The entire staff was kind and extremely helpful. I had a large wedding with many guests staying at the resort. Sundial accommodated us perfectly. We were able to spend the entire week by the pool, on the beach and enjoying al the amenities. When it came to the wedding festivities, the team at sundial was professional, reliable and easy to work with. If I had any issue or needed anything extra it was resolved promptly. There are many options for ceremony spots, dinner spots and reception areas depending on how large the wedding is. It was beautiful & I would do it all over again! Thank you Sundial! Reviewed on 30-01-2021
Deirdre W(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-11-2020 We got married at Sundial on Nov 28th with a very small COVID wedding (9 people total.) Lavender Yi was our coordinator and she really went above and beyond to put together a perfect experience. She was really patient and helpful in planning everything in only 4 weeks! She helped me through every decision without ever making me feel rushed. I was worried with such a small group, the resort might not be focused on the wedding, especially when I first got there and saw the resort was pretty full for the weekend. Lavender met me when I arrived and walked me through everything. On the day of the wedding, Lavender made us feel that we were the only people at the resort. She was there the whole time to make sure everything went smoothly and everyone was having a great time. Reviewed on 20-12-2020
Anna Valentine(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-11-2020 We had our wedding in November 2020 at the Sundial and it was amazing. Our guests raved about the food, as well as the exceptional service that they received during our reception. One of our favorite aspects about the resort was that we were able to hold all of our events outdoors, including our reception and open dancing portion where our guests loved dancing barefoot in the sand under the palm trees and stars. We also found that the resort was great for bringing people together, as all of the events happened onsite and it was easy to meet up at the tiki bar or the main pool to socialize. Lastly, there were a great deal of activities that the resort offers, so we never felt like we had to entertain everyone that traveled and stayed multiple nights for our wedding.If the review above convinced you to inquire about having your wedding at the Sundial, know that you will be in great hands with Lavender Yi (Catering Sales Manager). Lavender was everything we could ask for in a planner/coordinator and more. She was knowledgeable, trustworthy, and responsive, all things that were especially important when planning a destination wedding. Shout out to Lavender - you're the best!The Sundial will forever hold a special place in our hearts, and there is no doubt in our mind we will be returning to vacation with family and friends in the future. Reviewed on 13-12-2020
Cristen Hemstead(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-11-2020 We had our welcome dinner at Sundial and it was amazing! We did a fun taco cantina themed dinner out on Turtle Beach. Lavender was AMAZING to work with. She was incredibly responsive and had our best interests in mind. The food and facilities were great. We highly recommend having an event at Sundial resort and working with Lavender! Reviewed on 01-12-2020
Ashlin Porter(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-11-2020 Overall, the Sundial Beach Resort and Spa did a fantastic job at hosting our wedding. We could not have asked for more diligent, thorough service and help throughout the entire process. The resort is beautiful, and rooms are very nice and have a diverse selection for different numbers of guests attending your wedding. We had our wedding in the West Lawn and it was beautiful. The lawn has a great view of the water but added privacy from the beach. The reception in the Lace Murex Lawn was also wonderful. Based on our wedding size, we had ample room to eat, dance and socialize in the lawn. Tracey Snyder, the Catering Sales Manager, was very professional, kindhearted and helped us make our wedding day very special and unforgettable. She was very easy to work with and always responded to our inquiries leading up to our wedding. We enjoyed working with her and know you will be in very good hands with Tracey as the main coordinator for your wedding.The banquet team (Tony from Philadelphia and Stacy) were excellent at our reception. They did a great job orchestrating the meals and refreshments throughout the evening. Honestly, they went above and beyond, exceeding our requests. For example, we had a small box under the table for our campaign flutes that we forgot when the reception ended. They made sure to hold onto it in a safe area, contacted us and asked if we needed it back before disposing of it (which was wonderful because we needed it to keep the flutes safe during our flight back home). This is just one simple example of how diligent they were at making the entire process flawless. The staff was also very courteous. Brendon and Tony at the breakfast buffet were very receptive to all our needs. We had a 20-person buffet breakfast and they were on top of everything. We felt like they did excellent work and were very friendly. The staff at the front desk was also very helpful and welcoming. There are certainly many options for wedding venues at Sanibel, Florida. We honestly believe Sundial did a fantastic job and recommend them with no reservations. Further, we believe they will do great work and make your wedding day and overall stay very special. Reviewed on 22-11-2020
Nikki Ritter(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 31-10-2020 Sundial Beach Resort and Spa is hands down the best decision we could've made when it came to choosing our wedding venue. We used Lavender Yi as our catering and event manager, and she was absolutely amazing. She made our wedding planning process a breeze, and was available every step of the way to answer any questions or concerns we had (even when we had to postpone our wedding due to COVID-19). On our wedding day she was right there for every moment, and when it came time for rain call and we unfortunately we're expecting to get rained out, Lavender knew our dream was for an outdoor beach wedding, and she made it happen! She was so flexible with moving our event time to avoid the rain, and provided umbrellas for our ceremony and for our reception area. Sundial provided a beautiful beach wedding ceremony setup, as well as reception area on the Lace Murex lawn - everything was stunning! Every employee was so kind and helpful, and our time we spent at the resort before and after the wedding were also nothing short of amazing. We would highly recommend this resort for a wedding, because our wedding was so much more than we ever could have imagined, absolutely PERFECT! We wish we could relive it over and over. Reviewed on 04-11-2020
Kimberley Lomelino (Maffei)(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-10-2020 We held our wedding at Sundial this past weekend and the entire event was nothing short of amazing! Our wedding coordinator Tracy was wonderful- from the start of our planning process, through to the day of, she was extremely professional, responsive, and helpful. We had a few last minute changes to our wedding day and Tracy went above and beyond to make sure that everything ran smoothly and that it was the perfect day for us. Her attention to detail, positive personality, and true passion for wedding planning did not go unnoticed. The event and wait staff were wonderful as well- attentive to everything that was going on during our wedding day and providing impeccable service. Everything about the event far exceeded our expectations. Each one of our wedding guests complimented us on how beautiful our wedding day was and how much they enjoyed their stay at Sundial. My husband and I will certainly be returning to Sundial for future vacations, as will many of our friends and family. I highly recommend this venue and thank Sundial for making our wedding day so memorable! Reviewed on 27-10-2020
Sandy Nuzum(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-09-2020 Tracy and everyone at Sundial Beach Resort and Spa did an absolutely AMAZING job helping my husband and I plan our wedding. She helped us with everything and answered all of our questions throughout the months of planning our wedding. We had a beautiful, dream wedding at Sundial and it was the best weekend ever! Highly recommend having your wedding here! Reviewed on 29-09-2020
Kristina Wurst(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-11-2019 Sundial Beach Resort went above and beyond for our wedding. I worked closely with Tracy the entire time and she couldn’t have been more helpful. The resort staff was always friendly and helpful to all of our guests and it was an amazing place to host our wedding weekend. Thank you Tracy and all of the Sundial Staff for helping make our weekend unforgettable. ETH KCW Reviewed on 14-11-2019
Erin Schmidtbauer(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-04-2018 We toured several locations on Sanibel and decided to go with Sundial based on the size, appeal, and comfort knowing Tiffany (Catering Sales Manager) could handle a large wedding. We are from Minnesota but stayed in constant contact with Tiffany which helped us keep our sanity as we prepared for a wedding hundreds of miles away. As the big day approached Tiffany and the resort couldn't have been more accommodating as we were able to ship all our gifts and wedding decorations down a week in advance. Faced with rain leading up to the ceremony Tiffany handled the adversity well and made sure our ceremony would still be as beautiful as we imagined with only a slight delay. The wedding, cocktail hour, reception, and hospitality was incredible. We can not THANK Tiffany enough for coordinating such an amazing day. Sundial and the rest of its staff was great to work with and we would highly recommend having your wedding at this venue if your looking on the island. Reviewed on 13-05-2018
Marty Folger(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-05-2019 We held our daughter's wedding here in Feb 2018. It absolutely exceeded our expectations, and that is saying something! My daughter did all the communications and planning, I had very little contact prior to the event, but what I had was promptly answered, generally within 24-48 hours. The facility and staff were all friendly and helpful. Tiffany was great! We would absolutely recommend Sundial Resort and hope to return in the future. Reviewed on 04-03-2018
Darcy Miller(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 15-08-2019 Ashley and everyone at Sundial Resort were great in helping me plan a wedding from Iowa. The food was delicious, the bartender was awesome, and Ashley was amazing at making it all come together. They truly made my dream wedding a reality. Reviewed on 15-02-2018
Jennifer York(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-01-2018 We had the most incredible wedding weekend at the Sundial Resort & Spa this past weekend!! Tiffany was amazing from the day we toured the venue right through our reception. She was so easy to work with and she went out of her way to make sure every detail was perfect and that my husband and I (and my overly involved parents) were abundantly happy. The grounds at the Sundial are absolutely beautiful and everything was picture perfect from our welcome party on Friday night to our sunset ceremony on the west lawn, our breathtaking cocktail hour on the ballroom balcony and our reception in the ballroom. The food was great both at our event and at the hotel's restaurants. The staff was super friendly and accommodating all weekend and all of our guests had an incredible time and are already talking about going back for another stay at the Sundial. I honestly could not be more pleased and would reccomend the Sundial to anyone looking to have a stress-free and amazing wedding experience! Reviewed on 03-02-2018
Nicole Kichen(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-03-2019 My husband and I had the wedding that we always dreamed of at the Sundial Beach Resort and Spa. Our wedding coordinator Tiffany was the best! She made sure that every little detail was perfect, that way we could have the wedding of our dreams. She was super easy to talk to and you could really tell that she cares about each of the brides and grooms who choose to get married at Sundial. The Sundial Beach Resort was absolutely beautiful! We had a balcony overlooking the water. We also loved all the activities that there is to do! We played tennis, rode bikes, went paddle boarding and kayaking, and enjoyed the pool and tiki bar. The food was amazing as well. We had lunch at the Turtle's Pool & Beach bar where I would highly recommend the shrimp, crab, spinach & artichoke dip. We also had dinner at the Japanese steakhouse Shima which was fantastic! If your looking to have that beautiful beach wedding then Sundial is the perfect venue! Reviewed on 04-01-2018
Alyssa Dreger(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-12-2017 When planning our destination wedding we were looking for a place where our family and friends could escape and relax, even if it was just for the weekend. Sundial was the perfect place for us because they offer a variety of amenities for EVERY guest including those that aren’t necessarily “beach people,” which was an important aspect for us. Guests are able to rent bikes to explore the island, kayak, paddleboard, hit the gym, activities for those of all ages, table tennis, foosball, or simply relax by the pool and/or beach. The resort is an oasis, and our pictures turned out absolutely gorgeous. Having our wedding at Sundial was the best decision I/we made about our wedding! Tiffany (the wedding and catering manager/coordinator) was so easy to work with. She was very prompt in answering my unending questions and emails, and always ensured I had all the information I needed. Up to the last detail (and things I didn't even think about) she made sure everything went smoothly and exactly as I had envisioned and wanted. Tiffany and the Sundial team also provided a list of suggested vendors, which made planning a wedding from home much easier, and we could not have been happier with those that we selected. Our friends and family are still raving about how much they enjoyed their stay at Sundial and we cannot wait to go back! Reviewed on 14-12-2017
Kacy Kilian(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-12-2017 We just had the best experience getting married at Sundial. The most stand out things for us were:1. Event Manager: Tiffany was awesome!!! She was responsive, accommodating, and was happy to lend her expertise whenever we needed it. She was in touch with us through out the planning process, however-during our rehearsal and the day of our wedding-she was there to walk us through what to do, where to go, and made sure that everything went as planned for our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception without missing a beat. We are so thankful to her! 2. Resort Staff: Aside from Tiffany, the resort staff is very friendly and professional. Everyone from the front desk associates, the wait staff, safety, and cleaning crew were incredibly friendly to me and our guests. They went above and beyond to be helpful both in helping us with the wedding as well as ensuring we enjoyed our stay as resort guests.3. Food!: They were very accommodating and let us heavily customize our menu. Our guests raved about the food (and honestly, wedding food is usually nothing to write home about). Because we live states away, we went in without a tasting-and were blown away by the flavor and quality. It was beyond our expectations and I have never heard so many wedding guests compliment the food.4. Resort Rooms/Amenities: The multiple options of condos offered at Sundial are perfect for families and friends to share if they chose. We had quite a few family members stay for a week surrounding our wedding and they raved at how happy they were with the facilities and ease of everything being in one spot. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and had all the necessities. The pool area/tiki bar is a fun spot to hang out and you are steps away from the beach. Our family and friends-ranging from age 1 to 86--all had a blast. 5. The beach/view: Sundial sits right on the beach, offering views that cannot be beat. The floor to ceiling windows and balconies facing the beach and gulf the resort offers are the best backdrop/wedding decoration you could ask for.There is honestly not one thing either of us would change about our experience at Sundial. Just for comparison, we looked at Casa Y Bell and Tween Waters as well as the Dunes going into our planning process. We have no doubt we ended up picking the best location for us and our guests. Reviewed on 05-12-2017
Camille Miloff(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-01-2019 A spectacular and professional job all the way around. Tiffany went above and beyond to make sure my ( many ) questions were answered! This is a beautiful resort , outstanding amenities, and fantastic people. Reviewed on 22-11-2017
Debbi G(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 21-10-2017 We really enjoyed our wedding at Sundial, and have heard great comments from family and friends as well.The food was amazing from our cocktail hour hor d'oeuvres to entrees to the late night apps. Our cake from LadyCakes which was part of our package was so good. Many guests said it was the best cake they had had, so thank you Bess from LadyCakes and even bigger thanks to Tiffany at Sundial for introducing us to them. Tiffany O., the Wedding Coordinator, is great! Our planning had a small hurdle of a very strong Hurricane hitting the area, however Tiffany kept us on track! She is so sweet and accomodating, as well as so helpful in all the many questions I had to ask. She called almost 48 hours with a style recommendation that ended up looking great and made sure all our other details did too (from hand tying the bows on our chairs herself acccepting nothing but perfection!). There were a few hiccups with our room block which Tiffany had nothing to control, but immediately offered what she could do to help.Such a great time! Thank you Tiffany, the staff and Sundial. Reviewed on 14-11-2017
Megan Shouse(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-10-2017 We just had our wedding at Sundial on 10/14/17. Everything was WONDERFUL! Our wedding coordinator, Tiffany, was so great! We had never seen the resort in person and she gave us her honest opinion on where we should have each part of our wedding. I'm so glad I had her input before making those big decisions! The West Lawn was absolutely stunning for our ceremony. It felt secluded and private. All of the staff at Sundial were great except for 1 bartender that we had. Our guests thoroughly enjoyed their stay at Sundial. I can't imagine having our wedding at any other resort. I wish we could relive the day over again!! Definitely recommend Sundial for your destination wedding :) Reviewed on 25-10-2017
Karissa Stanfield(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-09-2017 I had originally booked my wedding with a different venue in the area. When hurricane Irma hit, the venue was destroyed. Sundial was kind enough to host the wedding for us since they had not been effected. If it wasn't for them, we may not have been able to have our wedding. Since we live out of state, and all our guests as well, this would have been a disaster. Tiffany and her team took over and saved the day! They were able in a week's time to set up our wedding. Living out of state I had never even seen the resort. But Tiffany personally took photos to send to me and answered all my questions so that I could still have the wedding of my dreams! She was easy to get a hold of and made sure everything ran smoothly on the wedding day. We got married on the beach which was set up beautifully. Then our reception was upstairs and had a huge balcony overlooking the ocean, which we were also able to use for cocktail hour. I would definitely recommend Sundial as their service and venue was perfect! Reviewed on 23-10-2017
Gretchen Hofmann(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-03-2018 The Sundial is an amazing place to get married.To start, you could not ask for a better event planner than Tiffany. She was so responsive to our many, many, MANY questions. She approached the whole process with such calm and professionalism, it really put us at ease. At one point in the night, just before we were about to enter the reception, we were still peppering her with questions. She just smiled, told us everything was under control, and it was time for us to relax and enjoy ourselves. It totally did the trick. From that point on, we just let the night unfold, and it did so perfectly.The catering staff is as close to perfection as you will get. They were friendly and helpful and just so attentive to our every need. Food and drinks just flowed so effortlessly, you hardly knew they were around, bringing stuff out, taking it away. The bartender (forget his name) was the absolute best. Early on he identified my husband’s mom as the mother of the groom, and from that point on, whenever she approached the bar, he called her up to the front of the line, announcing, “Mother of the groom gets her drink first!”And our food was to die for. My husband and I are both foodies, and we loved every last bit, from the hors d’oeuvres served during the cocktail hour, to the salad (Bibb lettuce & lolla rossa with hearts of palm, artichokes, and herbed Dijon dressing), to the main courses (center cut sirloin and Florida grouper), it was all fantastic and delicious.Our wedding was on the beach, and there’s a perfect little path from the resort to the beach from which the wedding party could enter. On the beach everything was set up just right.Our cocktail party was in their Turtle Beach area. It was earlier in the day (5:30), so the sun was still high. Tiffany arranged for a couple small tented areas to provide shade. There were also plenty of highboys and tables for people to sit and stand around.Our reception was on the lace murex lawn. If you want an outdoor reception, and your party is relatively small (we had 40 guests), you could not find a more perfect space. It’s tucked away from everything else, surrounded by bushes, creating an intimate, private atmosphere for the reception.And the resort in general is a great place for a destination wedding. Like most places on Sanibel Island, it’s not a true hotel, but it’s close enough. The rooms are all suites with full kitchens, which is really nice. The cleaning staff comes in every other day (instead of every day like a hotel). But other than that, it was just like staying at any other resort. The food served at the various restaurants on the premises is fantastic. The pool is heated, there’s a little slide for kids (and some adults too!). The Gulf is right outside your rooms.If you’re looking for a beach destination wedding, you absolutely must consider the Sundial. It is the best place around for a wedding. Reviewed on 08-10-2017
Megan Merz(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-06-2017 Having our wedding events at Sundial was the best decision we could have made!!! The resort is absolutely breathtaking, resort staff is friendly and attentive, and Tiffany is amazing! From the first tour with Tiffany over a year before our wedding date, we knew Sundial (and Tiffany) would be perfect for our wedding. Throughout the year of planning, Tiffany was my “right hand woman”. She was available with quick responses whenever I had questions, needed suggestions and to simply help organize my thinking. Destination wedding planning can be super stressful, but Tiffany made it seamless! She was incredibly organized, professional and genuinely wanted to make sure our wedding was exactly what we wanted. I couldn’t have done it without her - even my father recognized that and thanked her during his toast! We had three days of wedding events at Sundial: Welcome Reception, Ceremony, Reception and Sunday Brunch and they were all perfect. The food wonderful and the staff at all three events went above and beyond to be sure our guests were enjoying themselves and the groom and I had everything we needed. We even had a waitress at brunch willingly offer to make plates for our children so we could mingle with guests. We had each of the events at a different location on the resort and they were all beautiful. We used Turtles Beach (with the amber string lights –amazing!) for the Welcome Reception, Beach ceremony, Sundial Ballroom for reception with cocktail hour on the Terrace and the Waterview room for brunch. We did have a brief Florida storm at the start of our Welcome Reception, but Tiffany and her team quickly moved us under the covered area of pool deck. Once the storm passed, we moved back out to Turtles Beach flawlessly. One of my favorite things about Sundial was it was big enough to accommodate our wedding size, but small enough to have all events within close proximity. It made it really simple for our 70 guests (who all stayed at the resort) to get where they needed to be for wedding events and everyone was able to hang out together during the days, mostly gathering around Turtles Pool Bar. Our guests stayed on average about 4-5 nights and they all left talking about what a great time they had at both at the wedding events and on “vacation” and how they’ll definitely be returning to Sundial. We can wait to take more vacations with and without kids to Sundial in the future! Reviewed on 26-07-2017
Marissa Pechak(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-04-2017 The Sundial Beach Resort and Spa was the perfect venue for our dream wedding! Tiffany was an amazing partner and so helpful. We couldn't have done it without her! Even with a little rain it was the absolute perfect day. Having the spa right on location was the best place for the bridesmaids and myself to get our nails, hair, and makeup done. They were so kind and friendly and it really helped our day start out just right. Our guests still rave about our wedding and the venue and how absolutely perfect everything was! We are so thankful to everyone at the Sundial for making our dream wedding come true! We highly recommend this venue and their team! Reviewed on 12-07-2017
Kyle Peroutka(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-08-2018 Tiffany at Sundial was great from the beginning, we live in Minnesota so we were nervous about the planning but she did an awesome job helping us with every detail along the way. The rehearsal dinner night and wedding evening went perfect thanks to the whole team at Sundial helping out with anything and everything. We would definitely recommend them for anyone looking to get married in paradise and we can't wait to go back to visit for our one year! Reviewed on 21-06-2017
Laura Power(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-05-2017 Sundial was the perfect venue for our wedding. The setting was beautiful, and everything flowed nicely from the beach ceremony, the outdoor cocktail hour, to the indoor reception. Tiffany, the coordinator at Sundial, was wonderful to work with - she was very organized, professional, and helpful throughout the entire process. Our guests had a blast. With bikes available from Sundial, easy access to water sports, and staying right on the beautiful beach - it was easy for our guests to have fun and enjoy their time on Sanibel. It was also very nice for our guests to have Bailey's market on the premises and great restaurant options. The staff at Sundial were very friendly and made us feel very special on our wedding day! Reviewed on 13-05-2017
Joanne Baker(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-03-2018 As the Mother-of-the-Bride, there were so many details and decisions to make. The gorgeous Sundial Beach and Resort on beautiful Sanibel Island, FL was one of the BEST decisions we made. With the Gulf of Mexico as our scenic background, the sunset cocktail party and indoor reception to follow were superb. Our banquet manager Tiffany O was on point with all our questions, changes, and concerns. She and all the staff at the resort really helped make this wedding a dream come true for our daughter and son-in-law. The suite style accommodations for our guests were delightful and roomy. The food was EXCELLENT....the service wonderful...we would do this again. Reviewed on 20-01-2017
Vita Vazquez(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 12-01-2018 Where do I begin? Our whole experience from planning our wedding to the day of our wedding was amazing. Tiffany the \"wedding coordinator\" was so helpful, accommodating and extremely responsive throughout the entire process. I'm sure every bride is a nervous wreck, specifically the week of the wedding and Tiffany was right there to make the final process feel as stress free and simple as possible. We had about 30 rooms rented for the weekend by our out of town guests and they all raved over how beautiful and comfortable their rooms were. The grounds are beautuful and PERFECT for a beach wedding. We happened to have both our ceremony and reception outside and the set up for both was even better than we expected. Oh and we can't forget the food. We went with the Italian style buffet and it was to die for!!! Our guests were all raving about the entire experience of their weekend. This was a perfect experience on a perfect island and we both highly recommend Sundial for your beach wedding!! Reviewed on 12-11-2016
Cheryl Jones(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-10-2016 My husband and I chose Sundial to renew our vows of 20 years. We are so glad we did! Of course, the venue is picturesque, but what really made the weekend spectacular was the customer service, and genuine concern by all personnel to help, with whatever they could, to make our event a smooth and beautiful evening. The staff were always smiling, positive and helpful. Everyone worked as though they enjoyed it - I cannot tell you how much I appreciated the steady helm of this group. Also, my guests raved about the food at the reception. As a buffet, the food was piping hot, and looked, smelled and tasted like we were all visiting a 5-star restaurant. I chose the Sanibel Bash menu and recommend it to other brides. My reception stayed on schedule as the wait team kept the tables moving. My guests said the biggest hit on food was the shrimp steamed in beer and leeks, and the chocolate cake! Outside of our great experience with the Vow Renewal, we enjoyed our 1-bedroom suite, which had a beautiful ocean view. The room was nicely designed, clean and felt homey. It was a wonderful respite when needing to have a down moment from guests. Would I do this again? Absolutely! Maybe in another 20 years, and I wouldn't hesitate to do it at Sundial again. I left this hotel happily married, happily fulfilled with our event, and just happy. Thank you Sundial for the memories that are so, so important to my family. We will be back. Reviewed on 26-10-2016
Beth Woytalewicz(bride)5 out of 5 Rating
Tiffany and the crew really made our dream come true. The Sundial is perfect for beach ceremony and reception all in one location. Beautiful place with terrific people! Reviewed on 18-10-2016
Xiara Rodriguez(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 30-07-2016 From the moment I walked into the Sundial, I knew this was going to be where I would get married. The property is absolutely beautiful, capturing everything that is \"Old Florida\" with a modern vibe. It is the perfect destination wedding venue without needing a passport! We had almost 100 guest attend our wedding, where most including ourselves stayed on the property for 3-5 days. All of the staff genuinely wanting to make sure we were enjoying ourselves. They new us all by first name basis by the end of Day 1; from the guys setting up beach chairs and umbrellas, to Jason and Josh at the pool Tiki Hut bar (best bartenders on the island BTW), and the rest of of the staff just beyond accommodating. Tiffany, the Wedding Coordinator and Paul, Food and Beverage Manager want to make sure your day and time there is perfect, they worked with me to customize and create the perfect wedding package.I had the pleasure of meeting Chef Criss Menassa, after doing the pre-wedding sampling, it was difficult narrowing my selections because everything she made was absolutely delicious. During our stay we ate at all of the cafes and restaurants the Sundial had to offer. Every meal at the resort was top notch - probably why the resort won Best Chef in 2015! Tiffany was awesome! Always quick to reply to my emails and phone calls with any questions I had. Very attentive and caring. Tiffany and her staff made my vision come to real life! The girls at the Kay Casperon Salon, did fantastic work - friendly and professional, captured what I was looking for.It began to rain unexpectedly before my ceremony on the beach, Tiffany was able to get all the guest under shelter to keep them dry. As soon as the 'Florida Shower' passed her staff immediately dried off all the chairs so my guest can be seated in a dry chair. They were also able to quickly relocate our cocktail hour that was on the third floor outside terrace overlooking the ocean, to the inside private dining room. After it is all said and done, I HIGHLY recommend the Sundial to everyone. All my guest raved about their experience and one couple is even looking into renewing their vows here. Husband and I look forward to more visits at the Sundial. Reviewed on 20-08-2016
Tessa Johnson(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-05-2016 The Sundial was the perfect destination for our dream wedding! The ceremony on the beach was beautiful. We had such a stress-free experience planning the wedding with the job well done by Tiffany. The food was top-notch and the wait staff was very courteous. The resort was very accommodating to all of our guests with the numerous amenities. We would highly recommend the Sundial for anyone planning a destination beach wedding. Reviewed on 26-06-2016
a member (bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 12-03-2016 Amazing and so perfect I wish we could do the weeding weekend again, exactly the same!!! The Sundial Beach Resort is a beautiful resort with a carribbean feel. Tiffany, the wedding coordinator, is simply awesome. Tiffany has years of experience in wedding planning, is kind and easy to work with and her attention to detail made every moment flow seamlessly. All of our guests called this the \"perfect\" beach wedding. Tiffany was the last person by my side until my dad and I walked onto the sand. I'd like to add the Sundial staff, food, service and atmosphere is excellent! Thank you Sundial and Tiffany!!! Reviewed on 26-03-2016
Jessica Lewis(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-11-2014 The Sundial was AMAZING! We live in Ohio and decided to do a destination wedding. We called and looked at websites all over Sanibel. The staff at the Sundial was awesome. From the very beginning they were always there whenever we needed them. When we arrived everyone greeted us and our guests and were very warm and inviting. The actual resort is BEAUTIFUL! Our family and friends were very impressed and they found there was a lot to do at the resort. It was a great place for a vacation and we will definitely be coming back. \r\rAs a bride planning from so far I NEVER worried about things. This was all in credit to Alicia. She was our wedding coordinator and I seriously can say I couldn't have done this without her. She answered all of my questions and concerns quickly. When we arrived she came and greeted us and showed us around the location of the wedding and reception. We met with her and told her what we envisioned and she took all of our materials and made everything look wonderful. The day of the wedding she was there every step. From making sure my husband made it back from his adventure at sea, to pinning up my dress at the reception when it ripped. She was a step ahead of us all day and knew exactly what to do. She worked EXTREMELY hard to make sure our day was beyond what we expected. \r\rWe love the Sundial! :) Reviewed on 19-11-2014
Anonymous (guest)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-09-2015 I was the cousin of the groom and a guest at the wedding turned into a wedding planner for this beautiful Sanibel beach wedding on the 20th of Sept. My cousin in the Navy wanted his bride to see our gorgeous sunny FL beaches and exchange their vows there in front of about 75 guests. There are only two venues on Sanibel large enough to accommodate a wedding party that size. The Sundial was amazing, great service we worked with two representatives from the hotel to organize the day starting only about 6 months before the date. The food was excellent and priced fair per head. The tables were lined with white linens and white beach chairs. They set up a back up ceremony area in case of weather and we did have to use it. Luckily half way through the reception the clouds dissipated and we were able to go outside for beach photos. If you are looking for a wonderful beach venue for your wedding or party you should use the Sundial. They are wonderful. Reviewed on 20-10-2014