A Southwest Florida hotel has been named among the best in the South.<\/p>\n
Southern Living magazine March 12 released its 2026 South’s Best Awards<\/a> and rated the Captiva Island Inn at No. 3.<\/p>\n Here’s what the magazine said.<\/p>\n ‘Doesn’t get more scenic’<\/p>\n Southern Living in the story said inns chosen are “steeped in Southern hospitality and history.”<\/p>\n The magazine captured the essence of the Captiva Island Inn<\/a>, 1508 Andy Rosse Lane, in its story.<\/p>\n “It doesn\u2019t get more scenic than the sugar-white sand beaches and turquoise waters<\/a> of Captiva Island,” the story<\/a> said.<\/p>\n “This atypical inn offers one-, two-, and three-bedroom suites outfitted with private kitchens so you can set up the ultimate home away from home just steps from both the beach and the bay.<\/p>\n The only other Florida inn that made the list was the Key West Bed & Breakfast at No. 2. Old Edwards Inn & Spa in Highlands, North Carolina, was No. 1.<\/p>\n How Southern Living conducted survey<\/p>\n “An online survey was conducted by third-party agency Proof Insights among Southern Living consumers, asking them to rate their favorite places across the South,” the magazine said in its story<\/a> announcing the rankings.<\/p>\n “The survey was fielded from July 9 to September 9, 2025, and had over 17,000 respondents.”<\/p>\n Dave Osborn is the regional features editor of the Naples Daily News and The News-Press. Contact him at dosborn@usatodayco.com and follow him on Instagram @lacrossewriter.<\/p>\n