Days Inn & Suites Fort Myers
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
67
Score
Inspectors have visited Days Inn & Suites Fort Myers five times, with records going back to 2023. On Mar 12, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
By comparison, the average Fort Myers facility scores 80, putting Days Inn & Suites Fort Myers on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed bread out in the open and not covered. Operator covered bread. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed items stored inside handwash sink. Operator removed items. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator completed form. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.
08B-49-4
67
May 20, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating a plate of food next to the 3 compartment sink.
12B-02-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in single stainless steel, double stainless steel reach in and white refrigerator in prep area. **Repeat Violation**
05-09-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service plates and disposable plastic ware store on floor under main stairs in lobby. **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
82
Mar 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
82
Jan 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In middle glass door reach-in cooler in kitchen, milk (48F - Cold Holding) for one hour per operator. Operator states milk is in the wrong cooler and placed in white reach-in cooler to the left. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Apples in self service reach-in cooler on buffet not wrapped. Repeat **Warning**
08B-15-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Vinit Patel 8/12/2018, expired 8/12/2023. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment uses chlorine sanitizer, no chlorine test kit available. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath. Discussed employee heath with operator, operator began filling outform at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Milk opened and eggs cooked and held overnight per operator in walk-in cooler in main kitchen, no date mark. Operator labeled all foods. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in kitchen. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Three coolers with no ambient temperature thermometer. Repeat **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. On floor in side dry storage room under main stairs. **Warning**
25-05-4
45
Apr 5, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed no food manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-05: Observed no certification time of inspection **Admin Complaint**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.1 out of 2 food handlers certification expired. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-05: Observed no certification time of inspection **Admin Complaint**
53B-14-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no food manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-05: Observed no certification time of inspection **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food over bread container in reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-05: observed employee food over food served to public. **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Days Inn & Suites Fort Myers last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Days Inn & Suites Fort Myers on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Days Inn & Suites Fort Myers?
Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Days Inn & Suites Fort Myers.
How does Days Inn & Suites Fort Myers compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Days Inn & Suites Fort Myers most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Days Inn & Suites Fort Myers' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Days Inn & Suites Fort Myers have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Days Inn & Suites Fort Myers means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Days Inn & Suites Fort Myers inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Days Inn & Suites Fort Myers is inspected around two times per year on average.
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