Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

s everything we wanted and more, and the staff went above and beyond. They helped us during a rain delay, and Dony made sure our vision for a beach wedding came true. They also very gracefully removed a man from the beach who was yelling hateful things during our same sex ceremony. They did it so flawlessly that we had NO clue it was occurring. They were willing to do anything in their power to ensure our day was not ruined. The decor was amazing; the flow of the events; the food; the drinks....all of it. People LOVED our bartenders as well. There was not a rude person to be found and every single staff member could not have been kinder. To mention a few people specifically who made our day epic, I would like to say that Dony, Billy P, Edison, Maria, Ramon, Vladimir, Lloyd, and Pfillany were the most professional, helpful, and devoted staff during our events. You will NOT find a better wedding planner than Dony, and you will not find a better location than the Pink Shell. We are thankful to them forever <3

e beach, water station, passed hors d'oeuvres for cocktail hour, linens, chair covers and bows, table runners, centerpieces, charger plates, etc. It was the picture perfect beach wedding with a reception indoors. The ballroom was just redone and is absolutely beautiful.

and so helpful that our decision was made during the first Facetime call we had with her! From there our experience just continued to get better! Any question we had, Charlotte was there to answer. When Charlotte got a new job within the resort, Dony took over our event. Dony was equally as amazing and helpful. Since we were out of the state we were a little apprehensive about how things would turn out. Dony and Charlotte never let a detail slip. Honestly if you are looking for the perfect place for your wedding, look no further. Even with COVID, they made this event the absolute best day of our lives!

she assured me everything will be ok. Everyone asks how I did it and I could not have gotten through the wedding planning aspect without her, she was truely amazing to me, my husband, and all of our guests. She made everything run so smoothly and my day was what every bride deserves, beautiful and stress free! I felt like an absolute princess and was most definitely treat as one. As for the pink shell I would pick this venue over and over again. From the staff to the resort itself everything was perfect. All my guests complimented our choice over and over again. It wasn’t just a wedding but a vacation for all of my family and closets friends. We were so well taken care of, I plan to continue family vacations here yearly. Thank you again to Dony and the staff at Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina, you exceeded my expectations times 10 and made all my dreams come true 👏🏻

ent off perfectly! Dony, Charlotte and their team are exceptional at what they do. Not to mention the time Dony spent talking me off the ledge every other week it seemed worrying about Covid! She is so awesome to work with! The Pink Shell is worth every penny spent and our day could not have been better! I cannot wait to come back next November to celebrate our one year anniversary!

rson. She made our wedding day perfect, and we couldn't thank her enough.

out the entire year leading up to our big day. She truly made the planning process stress-free! The entire staff at the resort is amazing as well. The resort has an amazing beach (of course), but also an adorable hidden garden that was perfect for our first look and bridal party photos. If I could do it all over, I would not change a single thing! Thank you Charlotte, and thank you to everyone at the PSR!

to our emails and made sure she was always available for any questions. The ceremony and reception sites were absolutely beautiful. Pink Shell exceeded our expectations and I would recommend them to anyone!

ail from the ceremony to the reception was just perfect. Our guests loved everything about the amenities, the staff and of course the view. I couldn't be happier with making the choice of having our wedding there. Thank you Dony for being the perfect planner and making our wedding absolutely amazing!!

endors from their recommendation list and everyone was outstanding. Dony made the planning process easy - the entire day went off without a hitch thanks to Dony's skill, knowledge, professionalism and expertise! Very highly recommended if you're looking to get married on FMB.

ll Wedding Planner) in 2018 we knew we were in good hands. Dony alone was one of the top reasons we chose to have our wedding here, she made the entire process of planning a destination wedding a breeze! (We live in Chicago) Before we got engaged, we knew we wanted a destination wedding. We visited SW Florida once in Jan 2018; after viewing 3 total venues we were 100% confident we wanted Pink Shell as our venue, and we actually picked it the day we visited. Dony was very easy to communicate with, the resort and beach is beyond beautiful, and we knew everything would be handled professionally and effectively. After our initial visit to Fort Myers Beach, all communication was done through email or by phone with Dony. She took all the stress of planning a destination wedding away, she was always organized and easily accessible to answer all questions and concerns. Fast forward to THE wedding day..Our wedding had a total of around 32 guests, traveling from all over the US and Europe. EVERYONE was in agreement that it was one of the most beautiful weddings they have seen. All weekend, Dony and the staff at Pink Shell were helpful, calm, and most importantly excited for our big day! Dony assured us from the moment we landed in Florida, EVERYTHING would be handled and it was our job to ENJOY the moment. Dony was just a text away if we needed ANYTHING. Myself and the girls arrived early on the day of the wedding, and Dony accommodated us is a BEAUTIFUL two bedroom suite that overlooked the gorgeous pool and beach. (The rooms make for gorgeous photography). The staff at Pink Shell was more than accommodating for a crazy wedding party running around making sure everything is perfect and the bar served perfect drinks to our guests who arrived early. Fast forward to the ceremony; we opted for a beach ceremony. The décor was done perfectly, white sand was raked, and shockingly enough we had no interruptions from beach-goers and only a few onlookers who slowly made their way by, but this comes with having a ceremony on the beach. I may be bias but the photography from my ceremony is some of the most beautiful scenery I’ve seen in wedding photos. The rest of the night flew by, but the reception in Banyan Grove was intimate and wonderful. We had no interruptions from resort guests and the staff was very accommodating. I HAVE to mention how DELICIOUS the food was, from the passed HorDourves, to the buffet, to the cake provided by Lady Cakes (included in the wedding package with Pink Shell) everything was phenomenal and had wonderful reviews with guests. Also part of the wedding package, we received a night stay in a honeymoon suite (my husband and I stayed in the beautiful suite as mentioned above so we never had to move our bags or belongings around). The room was complete with champagne, chocolate covered strawberries, waiting for us when we returned and the Jacuzzi bath made for a perfect relaxing night after our absolutely perfect wedding day. I may have gone into too much detail, but I’m passionate about giving credit where credit is due and Dony and the staff at Pink Shell made my wedding day beyond what I would have ever dreamed of.

! Charlotte at the Pink Shell was so incredibly important in making all of my visions come to light and she was so responsive that I could get multiple emails per day answered when I needed it. This was such a great experience and it was made easy even while planning out of state. It was a little more expensive than the other options, but trust me when I say it was well worth it and we made the right choice.

d reception were set up just how I imagined everything in my head, perfection. Dony was very helpful with my dress too, she tied it up before the wedding and bustled it before the reception. She was always there for guidance too so we looked like we knew what we were doing. I would recommend this venue to anyone looking to get married in Southwest Florida.

tay we were given white glove service. Our wedding planner Dony was amazing! She made sure we had exactly what we wanted and gave us many options to customize our special day. I have already recommended Dony and the Pink Shell as the ideal wedding experience to several friends. Our entire group raved about the venue, the food, the rooms and what a wonderful time we all had. The women loved visiting the spa and all the guys had a blast on their marina boat ride. It all went by too fast; I wish we could have stayed longer!!! The pictures we got back from our photographer are amazing. The Pink Shell will always hold a special place in my heart, we can’t wait to go back!!!

s your dreams come true! The whole staff is so professional and you don’t feel like a client, you feel like a friend!

been there or anywhere in the area) and I was so amazed at how clean, upscale and fun the resort was! I booked around 10 rooms and every single person had such a great time and were so happy with their rooms. The space in the rooms are literally unbelievable. The balcony’s are huge and very spacious. All the staff were so nice and made you feel like you were right at home! I’ve never had a hotel experience like the stay I had at the Pink Shell. My husband and I cannot wait to come back in June 2019 for our one year anniversary! If you’re contemplating which venue to book for your wedding... STOP! Book the Pink Shell and I promise you won’t regret it one bit.

vide close to an all-in package. We were so surprised with all of the flexibility. The resort is beautiful and suitable for all ages. Not only was the Pink Shell amazing, but our coordinator (Dony) really helped drive everything. Couldn't have done it without her and the team. Will definitely come back to the Pink Shell!

t day we met Charlotte, we knew she was the one we wanted to help plan and coordinate our special day. We were looking for a simple yet elegant ceremony and reception on a budget. Charlotte was full of ideas and suggestions that helped us stay within our budget. Charlotte has a sweet and charming personality. She is honest and always tries to accommodate to what a couple desires. She was a gem to work with! Charlotte was always accessible through email and replied promptly. Charlotte had told me that all I needed to do on my wedding day was to enjoy the day! That’s exactly what I did! Charlotte took care of everything, from the rehearsal procession down to our reception. All my husband and I did that day was enjoy every moment with one another and our loved ones. I can’t thank Charlotte and the staff at the Pink Shell Beach Resort for their dedication to making our special day truly the BEST day ever! We would like to give special thanks to the restaurant staff at Bongos, especially the manager, Mike Schwartz, for their hard work ensuring our guests had a wonderful dinner. My husband and I will definitely return to celebrate our future anniversaries at the Pink Shell!💕

ile we were a little nervous about the transition, Charlotte immediately put us at ease and made it as smooth as possible. She worked so hard on the day of our wedding to coordinate with the outside vendors and let us enjoy our day. The best part of our Pink Shell wedding, however, was how little we had to do. We were planning our Florida wedding from all the way in Virginia, but the Pink Shell took care of most of the details, and all the decor they provided was beautiful. The catering was absolutely amazing, and our package also included bar service. For the few outside vendors we did have to book, the Pink Shell was super helpful in providing recommendations. Finally, I cannot say enough about how gorgeous the beach is. I cried happy tears as soon after we left our first visit because it is exactly the location I had always dreamed of. I know that our guests who stayed at the the resort also took full advantage of all the accommodations, and both the bridesmaid and honeymoon suite were perfect for getting ready and for our wedding night. Thank you to all the staff at the Pink Shell - we hope to visit again in the future!

cation, so we were both cautiously optimistic about planning an entire wedding ceremony and reception over the phone or email. I had nothing to worry about! Dony, our amazing wedding coordinator, knew all of our requests and handled the ordering details prior to us arriving. She even arranged to have swatches of our linens sent to us for review. Talk about relief, the linens were exactly as I imagined! Everyone raved about the beautiful The Pink Shell Resort! From the rooms to the beach and pool, our guests were absolutely thrilled with their vacation/our wedding. On the day before our wedding, Dony had received all of our ceremony and reception items and had them ready to put out on the Big Day. My fiancé and I had the luxury of relaxing and spending quality time with our friends and family knowing that Dony was taking care of us. On our wedding day, Dony was right there, taking care of every little detail. As an example, the weather was a little uncooperative and she arranged for heaters. The entire staff was so accommodating and helpful! We were so blessed to have an amazing experience at The Pink Shell. And yes, we’re planning an anniversary trip already!

or a year for this special day and wanted it in Fort Myers Beach where we have a winter home. Once Dony gave us a tour of Pink Shell, we were hooked. It truly was our only option on Fort Myers Beach and far exceeded our expectations by wedding day. Just as Dony said when we first met with her, "Just show up, relax and enjoy yourself. We will take care of everything." And they did! All guests gave rave compliments of the resort and the entire long weekend with wedding and reception. My daughter and I tend to pay attention to the finest details and Dony pulled this off with Pink Shell's incredible staff. Truly every single person was the best of their profession. Dony suggested Libby's Flowers on Gladiolus for our floral arrangements and Dalia hit it out of the park. After the wedding, the flowers lasted for days on end, out on our veranda in the 85 degree full-sunshine. The mother of the groom has been a wedding planner for 35 years and was very impressed with Dony and holds her with very high esteem. The food from Jacks for the reception was delicious!! What a combination, Libby's Flowers and Dony Lubig!!!!! No worries, they take care of everything for the special day!

emails). Even after Hurricane Irma came through Ft Myers in September and Dony had her own home to take care of, she made sure were put at ease that all would be good for the wedding! And WOW it sure was! Everything turned out just perfect. We had the ceremony on the beach, and reception outside (Captiva Courtyard) and the setting could not have been prettier. And the vendors Dony recommended for music, cake, flowers, etc. were all top notch. Dr. Dan (Minister) was awesome too. We had 60+ guests and most of them stayed several nights at the resort and everyone had a fantastic time. Accommodations were great, breakfast each day was awesome, and having the use of umbrellas, chairs, kayaks, etc. made for a great vacation for all! The Pink Shell Beach Resort was the perfect place! Thank you Dony for all you did to make it all happen!

g for a year for this special day and wanted it in Fort Myers Beach where we have a winter home. Once Dony gave us a tour of Pink Shell, we were hooked. It truly was our only option on Fort Myers Beach and far exceeded our expectations by wedding day. Just as Dony said when we first met with her, "Just show up, relax and enjoy yourself. We will take care of everything." And they did! All guests gave rave compliments of the resort and the entire long weekend with wedding and reception. My daughter and I tend to pay attention to the finest details and Dony pulled this off with Pink Shell's incredible staff. Truly every single person was the best of their profession. Dony suggested Libby's Flowers on Gladiolus for our floral arrangements and Dalia hit it out of the park. After the wedding, the flowers lasted for days on end, out on our veranda in the 85 degree full-sunshine. What a combination, Libby's Flowers and Dony Lubig!!!!! The mother of the groom has been a wedding planner for 35 years and was very impressed with Dony and holds her with very high esteem. The food from Jacks for the reception was delicious!! No worries, they take care of everything for the special day!

orry then to have fun! We live out of state so that was a worry of mine with the planning, but Dony does an incredible job and I really trusted her with it all. As for the resort, I found it fun and relaxing. The rooms are nice, staff is exceptional, and there are several things to do such as dining, going to the pool, the beach, kayaking, etc. I found the resort worth the price and would highly recommend this resort for a wedding destination!

ere handled with ease. Dony was so wonderful to work with and she put my mind at ease, being a destination wedding that was difficult to do! Every step of the way she and the staff at the Pink Shell made us feel comfortable and gave suggestions to help us achieve what I had in my head but couldn't fully vocalize. The hotel staff was wonderful and took care of our every need the whole week we were there. The food and drinks were incredible and the atmosphere was perfectly relaxed. I cannot say enough wonderful things about this place and I know we will go back for many years to come!

enging but the Pink Shell was the perfect choice. The resort had spacious rooms, all with a beach view, three pools, and several restaurants with great food and included many amenities in the price (breakfast coupons, beach chairs, towels, kayaks, complimentary valet). The marina was right across the street. Due to its convenient location, less than a mile from the center of the beach town, guests were able to walk (or take the trolley) to town to explore the pier and enjoy additional bars and restaurants. This environment made it very easy for guests to gather, relax, and enjoy themselves – and they did. From the time we first spoke to Dony Lubing, the wedding specialist/event manager, we knew we were in good hands. She has a charming personality and worked closely with us from the planning to the day after (even delivering the rented table decorations back to the florist and mailing my husband’s sweater that he left behind). She offered a list of local vendors for us to consider, but there was no requirement to use them. She coordinated with all of the vendors to make sure that everything worked like clockwork. The rooms she chose for the bride and groom and parents had spectacular views. She managed around some weather challenges to take advantage of different ceremony locations available on site. She was there behind the scenes at all times. We can’t say enough about the level of service that we received from the entire staff at the Pink Shell. The guests raved about the food prepared by the Pink Shell chef and staff at the wedding. And, most importantly, we had so much fun!

every one of my questions and made everything perfect! I wouldn't recommend any other place to get married than the Pink Shell. Thank you to the entire resort for making my wedding day one to never forget!

ught I would be stressed but my amazing wedding planner Ashley (from the pink shell) made everything go off without a hitch. Our ceremony was on the beach, we had cocktail hour and dinner outside in the courtyard and the party in the ballroom. You never realize how much planning goes into a wedding until you see your vision on your wedding day. Ashley and I had the same ideas and I trusted her with everything, I knew she would make everything beautiful. The pink shell provides centerpieces for your tables, an arch for the ceremony and gives a list of vendors who have worked with the pink shell for other weddings. I felt so calm the whole day and I didn't feel like I missed anything. Destination weddings are the way to go and if you want a stress free wedding, do it at the pink shell!!!!

Comparable to any 5-star resort. Dony Lubig was our event coordinator and she was absolutely wonderful. She was very meticulous in her planning and how the event was setup and carried thru the evening. Everything from the beach stage to the reception area was superb and we couldn't have asked for more. The food for the reception was extremely tasty. We loved all of it. Most of our guests were from out of town so having everyone stay there made the event so much better. My family was impressed with the rooms and service. The group rate was very affordable and Dony placed our guests in 1BR Villas and we were in a 2BR Villa. The rooms were super-clean and modern with outstanding views of the Ocean and the sunsets were awesome. The amenities on the beach like cabanas, paddleboarding, kayaking and waiter services were nice. Many other things to do in the in the area making it an all-inclusive venue. We are in awe of how our wedding event panned out… couldn't have had a better time anywhere else. Some other staff that were really awesome and worth mentioning was Bob (Bellman) and Julio (reception bartender) along with all the front desk staff. Bob was always there for us.. helpful and kind. We will be going back there for another weekend just for the heck of it very soon. We can't wait. We highly recommend this venue for your wedding or event needs.

) looked amazing and Dony made sure that it all ran smoothly. The catering staff were awesome, they were so nice and helpful. The food was delicious. Looking back I would not have changed a single thing.

elf. She made our dreams come true and did everything we asked her and more. The hotel itself was beautiful, the food was amazing, the ceremony at the beach was breathtaking, and the Captiva Ballroom was just incredible. We had the most amazing day of our lives and this was mostly because of Dony and the Pink Shell Beach Resort! I would do it all over and in the exact same way (maybe only make it last longer because the time flew by!)

entire staff at the facility was extremely friendly and accommodating. The entire family enjoyed their stay their and we look forward to going back on an anniversary.

ould have thought we were her only wedding when in reality we were 1 of 3 that weekend! I knew the Pink Shell was the place for us by the 1st email. Our family and friends raved the entire weekend about the great location and awesome staff!

of me. All we had to do is provide the decorations, party favors, etc. we wanted and she set everything out. The bartenders and servers were on top of everyone and catered very well to myself and husband. Our drinks were always filled and they made sure our evening was perfect and stress free. The venue was beautiful and we could not have asked for a better day!

ch wedding that they will never forget . The Pink Shell offers something for everyone, which makes this a no brainer for destination wedding such as ours. When my husband and I got engaged in August of 2010 we had already shared our hopes and dreams of getting married on a white sandy beach with all of our loved ones there to watch. My husband and I live in Omaha, Ne now which is landlocked and we knew we’d better begin searching for our sandy beach elsewhere. Since my husband’s is from Miami and I am from Baltimore we began our search in Fort Myers. Planning from afar immediately seemed like a challenge. After web surfing and numerous calls and emails exchanged with not so responsive staff I was beginning to feel frustrated, that was until I started my communication with Dony at the Pink Shell. Dony is a dedicated professional who goes well above and beyond the job description to ensure that your wedding is everything you’ve ever dreamed of. From our initial email correspondence and phone conversations Dony was warm and responsive, she made me feel like I mattered and that the Pink Shell was interested in having my business. She made me feel like she had a genuine interest in helping my husband and I achieve our dream wedding. Although planning from thousands of miles away, it was a breeze with Dony. She was always just a phone call away. Throughout the entire process she listened with intent and I could tell she understood my vision of having Cuban themed food and an elegant holiday backdrop. Additionally she truly has a gift for planning and an incredible eye for detail. She was always one step ahead of me and prompted me with thoughtful and guiding questions. When I arrived at the resort days before the wedding Dony was prepared and available. Her cool, calm, and collected nature put me at ease. She assisted us in taking care of last minute details such as printing out pictures that we forgot, seating arrangements, and gathering all the decorations into one area. The day of the wedding moved like clockwork. Dony was up early setting up the perfect backdrop for our beach wedding. She pre-coordinated with all our vendors (all of which she recommended, and who were all incredible) and they all worked seamlessly with and around each other. Everyone was on time and they far exceeded my expectations. As I walked into the Captiva ballroom where our reception would be held I was moved to tears. With the decorations that we had provided Dony, she had transformed the ballroom into a magical and stunning venue that was full of warmth and love. Dony coordinated our entire day, every moment and every detail wouldn’t have been possible without her. We owe infinite thanks to the Pink Shell staff and especially to Dony for surpassing our expectations and for helping us have the most beautiful and memorable wedding day we could’ve imagined. When you choose the Pink Shell you can rest assured that the dedicated staff will take care of your guests at the resort. You can count on your guests being entertained with activities at the resort that will please adults and children. You can also be sure that you will have the most beautiful serene and breathtaking backdrop. Finally, I can promise you that Dony will deliver a magical day that will exceed your expec

t to enjoy every moment of it. All 90 of my guest had a great time, loved the resort and all want to go back. There were only positive comments on how wonderful Pink Shell was!

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rt distance from one another so you didn't have to worry about your guests not knowing where to go. The wedding coordinator Maredith was wonderful, she really helps you in making your dream wedding come true. Everything was perfect. A special thanks to all the staff and bellmen for helping all of our guests and especially us. By the way every room has their own kitchenette and ocean view so your guests can have their own meals in a room that looks out onto the water. We can't wait to stay at the Pink Shell again!

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and food and on the beach. It is very comfortable and great for couples or famlies. After deciding on the Pink Shell for our wedding it got even better. Dony was our wedding coordinator and she was awesome! Went above and beyond. Our wedding day was beautiful and more than I had ever imagined. It was truly an unforgettable day.