United States > Florida > Naples
Mediterranean-style beachfront complex (the flagship Ritz-Carlton resort); facilities at the sister Golf Resort (see next listing) available via shuttle.
| Score | 87.67 |
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| Stats | 450 rooms; 5 restaurants; 4 bars. |
| Competitive Edge | A sophisticated beach resort with an outstanding spa and access to some of the state's best golf. |
| Rooms to Book | South-facing Coastals for views of the Gulf. |
| Don't Miss | Caribbean-style lunch (coconut shrimp, grilled grouper sandwich) at Gumbo Limbo. |
| Cost | Doubles from $699. | Contact |
280 Vanderbilt Beach Road 800/241-3333 or 239/598-3300 www.ritzcarlton.com |
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| New to the T+L 500 | High-Speed Internet | Gym | Pool | ||||
| Spa | Tennis | Golf | Outdoor Activities | ||||
| Water Activities | Fishing | Kids' Program | |||||
“Expect a lot of pageantry at night. Drinks in the lobby, then dinner, then more drinks and dancing at the Ritz Club—the men all wear ties, and you even spot the occasional long dress. For dinner there are two grand choices. The Grill has a steak-house menu and looks like a Ralph Lauren shop, all wood paneling and roaring fireplace. Feign interest in the fish and then order what you really want: the blue-cheese soufflĂ©, the 20-ounce porterhouse, and the...” MORE>>
Travel + Leisure, Jun 2003