“Is South Seas Resort open?” This is a question Capturing Captiva has been waiting to answer. We can now say that yes, the iconic Captiva Island resort is open and accepting reservations.
Is South Seas Resort Open?
Yes, South Seas Island Resort is open and taking reservations effective July 2023. While you can book accommodations, South Seas’ website says to be aware that select portions of the resort have reopened and several areas of the grounds remain under construction. Amenities and housekeeping are currently on a limited basis.
Accommodations can be booked for select “Homes of Distinction” and villas. While dining is still limited, South Seas is working on adding food trucks to Sunset Beach. Starbucks Captiva Island location, which is adjacent to South Seas in Chadwick Square, is open.
For more information on South Seas, check out our Guide to South Seas Island Resort. To make a reservation, visit the South Seas Island Resort website.
What Is Open at South Seas?
According to South Seas, Sunset Beach is open, offering beach chairs and umbrellas. Two food trucks, Shell City Burgers and Island Tacos, will be opening soon. The Yacht Harbour Marina is open, with dock, fuel, bait, and electric services, along with firepits and s’mores. The East Lawn, adjacent to the marina, is offering a variety of family activities. South Seas Real Estate is also open.
Hurricane Ian and South Seas
In September 2022, Hurricane Ian caused extensive damage to the 330-acre resort on Captiva Island. Like most of Captiva and Sanibel, the resort was forced to close while debris was removed and structures were repaired and rebuilt.
The Hurricane hit one year after Timbers Company acquired the luxury resort. When the resort was sold, Timbers had plans to make updates and remodel several areas.
Those updates and many repairs are under construction. South Seas is open while the repairs and improvements are being made.
Be sure to check with the resort on the status of certain amenities.
