Sorry for delay but here are the details of where my dad stayed:
Ft. Myers beach, in the Gulf of Mexico, south of Tampa and St Petersburg on the West Coast.
I got to within about 10 yds or less of one, but I was being cautious because I've heard they can attack you...barge
you with their noses and can cause severe injuries.We were staying at the Neptune Hotel (Motel).
Apparently the Dolphins come in close to the Coast in the early evening looking for fish.
Hope this helps (he like to be detailed)