How many health inspections has HILTON GARDEN INN FORT MYERS AIRPORT had?

HILTON GARDEN INN FORT MYERS AIRPORT has had 27 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has HILTON GARDEN INN FORT MYERS AIRPORT ever been shut down?

No, HILTON GARDEN INN FORT MYERS AIRPORT has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at HILTON GARDEN INN FORT MYERS AIRPORT?

The most frequently cited violations at HILTON GARDEN INN FORT MYERS AIRPORT are: Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting, Management awareness.

What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?

MANAGEMENT FAILURE: CDC data shows establishments without active managerial control have 3x more critical violations. The person in charge must demonstrate knowledge of foodborne illness prevention, HACCP principles, and Florida food safety law. Without oversight, violations go uncorrected, creating compounding risk of multi-pathogen outbreaks. Person in charge must be present during ALL hours of operation and must demonstrate knowledge of: foodborne illness risk factors, proper cooking temperatures, handwashing procedures, allergen management, and employee health policy. Must hold a valid Food Manager Certification per Florida Statute 509.039.

What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?

HYGIENE INFRASTRUCTURE FAILURE: Without adequate handwashing facilities, proper hand hygiene is impossible. Studies show handwashing compliance drops to 5% when sinks are inaccessible or poorly equipped. No hot water means grease and biofilms remain on hands. No soap reduces bacterial removal from 99.9% to 25%. No towels means wet hands spread 1,000x more bacteria. Provide handwashing facilities with: hot and cold running water (minimum 100°F), soap in dispensers, single-use paper towels or air dryers, waste receptacle. Sinks must be accessible at all times — never blocked by equipment, supplies, or used for other purposes. Install handwashing signs in employee language(s).

What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?

SHELLFISH TRACEABILITY: Shellfish (oysters, clams, mussels) are high-risk foods consumed raw or lightly cooked. Without proper identification tags, contaminated shellfish cannot be traced during outbreaks. Vibrio vulnificus from Gulf shellfish has a 50% fatality rate in at-risk populations. Norovirus in shellfish causes 50% of shellfish-related illnesses. Proper tags enable rapid recall during outbreaks. Maintain shellfish tags for 90 days from date of sale/service. Tags must include: harvester name and certification number, harvest date and location, quantity, dealer information. Store shellfish in original tagged container until empty. Record date on each container when last shell is removed. Never commingle shellfish from different lots.

HILTON GARDEN INN FORT MYERS AIRPORT

16410 CORPORATE COMMERCE WAY, Fort Myers, FL 33913

Lee County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: FMA HOSPITALITY LP I · License: SEA4606313

HILTON GARDEN INN FORT MYERS AIRPORT in Fort Myers, FL has 27 inspections on record with 134 total violations (5 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

27Inspections

134Violations

0Closures

Data current as of June 17, 2025

Inspection History (27)

Jun 17, 2025 — Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V06 Handwashing facilities

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Nov 13, 2024 — Complaint Full· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V38 Waste properly disposed

Oct 23, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V06 Handwashing facilities

V16 Proper cooking temps

V25 Allergen awareness

Jul 31, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 29, 2024 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V09 No contamination

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Apr 9, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Feb 28, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

Sep 13, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

V27 Correct procedures

May 5, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Jan 26, 2022 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V10 Approved food source

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Mar 1, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Nov 23, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Jul 24, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Feb 28, 2020 — Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jan 27, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

V24 Toxic substance control

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Sep 19, 2019 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V21 Time as control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Apr 25, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Nov 29, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V22 Consumer advisory

Sep 28, 2018 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Sep 20, 2018 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Mar 30, 2018 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Mar 13, 2018 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Oct 24, 2017 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Apr 19, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 18, 2017 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 31, 2016 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 30, 2016 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V27 Correct procedures

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

How Does This Facility Compare?

HILTON GARDEN INN FORT MYERS AIRPORT has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Lee County average of 0.07 closures per facility. It has averaged 5 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.72.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has HILTON GARDEN INN FORT MYERS AIRPORT had?: HILTON GARDEN INN FORT MYERS AIRPORT has had 27 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has HILTON GARDEN INN FORT MYERS AIRPORT ever been shut down?: No, HILTON GARDEN INN FORT MYERS AIRPORT has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at HILTON GARDEN INN FORT MYERS AIRPORT?: The most frequently cited violations at HILTON GARDEN INN FORT MYERS AIRPORT are: Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting, Management awareness.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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