Look How Far We’ve Come
Collecting Memories
Since our beginning, the Pink Shell experience has always revolved around collecting memories in the same way you might collect seashells on the beach. In celebration of the progress we’ve made together following Hurricane Ian, we’d like to welcome you to a space where the spirit of Pink Shell is on full display—where, no matter your location, we can all gather around for a good story. Because we believe that memories make us stronger and more resilient, we look forward to reminiscing with you, and getting back to memory-making soon.
1998
Boykin Lodging purchased Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina in Fort Myers Beach. The company drove the reformation of the resort with $70 million of investment.
2004
Pink Shell completed the first phase of its multi-million-dollar renovation including the addition of the White Sand Villas and 3,500 square feet of meeting space.
2006
Jack and Robert Boykin purchased the resort in 2006 when Boykin Lodging was sold to a Canadian pension fund. The final phase of Pink Shell’s renovation included the addition of the Captiva Villas.
2013
Pink Shell celebrates the grand opening of the Pink Shell Marina, a $1.2 million renovation. New features included 41 floating slips, pump-out service, a full-time dock master, state-of-the-art amenities, boat rentals and more!
2020
The resort is driven by a talented team whose goal is, “to be the finest resort for work or play in Florida,” according to Robert Boykin. In 2020, Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina proudly celebrates its 70th year of operations and
2022
In the fall of 2022, Hurricane Ian hits, devastating Estero Island and much of the Gulf coast. Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina is forced to close for several months to assess the damage and works to find ways to support the community and relief workers in the meantime.
2023
The resort is coming back to life after Hurricane Ian! Construction is underway, and the resort begins to welcome guests back. The community is also recovering, and the future is hopeful!
Share Your Favorite Pink Shell Memories
Have you journeyed to our stretch of beachfront paradise regularly over the years? Did you get married here? Did you bring your kids for an unforgettable summer vacation? We’d love to hear about your favorite Pink Shell memories. Share them with us for a chance to be featured on our website and on social media.
Rebuild Today. Vacation Tomorrow.
Follow along on our restoration journey! Stay tuned on our Resort Updates page and on social media for news and happenings surrounding resort progress, community initiatives and more.
Captains For Clean Water
Help us protect and restore our shores! We’ve partnered with Captains for Clean Water, a non-profit that aims to protect and restore Florida’s waterways through education and awareness surrounding science-based solutions. Stay informed and learn about what you can do to help! Visit the Captains For Clean Water website for more information.
Support Local Businesses
As Fort Myers Beach rebuilds, it’s more important than ever to support local businesses. You can find an updated list of who’s open in our area on the Fort Myers Beach chamber website.
