Naples, Florida is home to one of the nation’s busiest airports for private jets. It is known for its white sand Gulf Coast beaches, fishing, and water sports, golf, access to nature and the Everglades. There is a wide variety of high-end dining options. From historic sites and shopping districts to eco-tours and botanical gardens, the city offers a variety of activities for all interests.
1. The Ritz-Carlton, Naples
2. The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón
3. Inn on Fifth
4. LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort
5. Naples Grande Beach Resort
6. The Escalante
7. Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort
1. The Ritz-Carlton, Naples
Forbes Travel Guide writes, “A beacon of beachside luxury on Florida’s Gulf Coast, The Ritz-Carlton, Naples reopened its doors in 2023 after a highly anticipated multi-million-dollar renovation. New culinary concepts and redesigned guest rooms were among the sumptuous upgrades made to the high-end hotel, but an elevated Club Level experience is the highlight of the historic restoration. A sprawling new Club Lounge — the largest one yet for the brand — boasts private dining rooms and a menu of curated programming that promises to bring a local taste of Naples to your stay. Not neglecting its sun-loving clientele, the Naples resort made enriching enhancements to its outdoor spaces, too. New cabanas and poolside bungalows add an extra dose of luxury to your pool day, while seaside favorite restaurant Gumbo Limbo received some additional updates following damage sustained by Hurricane Ian in 2022. Joining the newly refreshed outdoor spaces, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Naples also unveiled a new look and revamped treatment menu.”
Conde Nast Traveler adds, “Conde Nast Traveler says, “This U-shaped property with two Mediterranean-style towers overlooks the Gulf of Mexico and is near the Naples Zoo. Antiques and artwork embellish interiors, as do Waterford chandeliers and Asian carpets. The resort’s daily interactive environmental programs for children include nature walks, microscope time in the kid-size lab, and field trips. Rooms in buttercream and light green have dark-wood furniture. Nibble on fresh nigiri rolls at the Sushi Bar; Gumbo Limbo’s bar is “the best place for a burger on the beach. I also love to drink something tall and cool, and order the Key lime pie there—it’s the best around—while watching the sun set!”
Presidential Suite
The 2,257-sq.ft. Presidential Suite is located on the 14th floor with ocean front views. There is a separate living area, separate dining room, private balcony overlooking the Gulf, and exclusive Club Lounge access for two guests.
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2. The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón
Forbes Travel Guide reports, “Just inland from Florida’s Paradise Coast, The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón offers a luxury escape designed for active travelers and discerning families alike. Experience the resort’s premier sport partnerships, such as the Mouratoglou Tennis Center, the first of its kind in Florida, and two Greg Norman-designed golf courses that host annual PGA and LPGA tournaments. Families will love The Reservoir, a new poolside experience with waterslides, a lazy river and a splash zone for little ones. Culinary offerings include Ría, serving Latin American cuisine with golf course views; Bella Vista Lounge, known for light fare and vintage ports; and Lemonía, where hearty breakfasts are served in a sun-drenched setting. Enjoy the day at the resort’s nearby beachside sister property, The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, via complimentary shuttle service.
Presidential Suite
The 2,000-sq.ft. Presidential Suite features a living/sitting area and separate dining area.
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3. Inn on Fifth
The Telegraph writes of its top-rate hotel, “When you’re used to five-star dining, discreet service, the finest shopping and exquisite artwork, you want those markers of high style at your fingertips. The Inn on Fifth delivers all that effortlessly, while providing the ideal location in the heart of uber-fashionable Fifth Avenue, the Bond Street of ritzy Naples. Naples is old-money Florida, sophisticated but subtle, unostentatious but stylish, and The Inn on Fifth reflects that, with an urbane sense of service and glamour that features elegant décor, highly attentive service and an overriding intimate atmosphere of relaxed indulgence. This latter is highlighted by the daily wine-tasting sessions in the separate Club Level building, which features exclusive food services, evening drinks and a personal concierge; an ultra-boutique enclave within a boutique environment.”
Club Level Presidential Suite
The two-bedroom suite spans 1,000-sq.ft. and includes a lounge/dining area.
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4. LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort
Conde Nast Traveler says, “This beachfront resort is a “classic Florida beauty filled with easy elegance.” Baleen serves dinner inside or outside by the ocean and has “delicious, well-prepared Gulf Coast food and service.” Staff are “attentive and willing to help in any situation that may arise.” The “impeccably kept grounds” include coconut palms, tiki torches, and a fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs. The Bob Cupp–designed golf course is “the best in Florida—and I have played many.” Choose a Gulf Tower room with a balcony to watch “the memorable sunsets.”
Beachfront Tower Suites
The 950-sq.ft. Beachfront Tower Suites include a separate bedroom and living/dining area, and are located on the hotel’s top four tower floors.
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5. Naples Grande Beach Resort
The Telegraph writes, “A vast, towering edifice from the outside, this long-time Naples classic softens to gentle and approachable inside, with the luxury touches expected of a Four Diamond resort. Semi-secluded by protected wetlands, the extraordinary natural setting adds visual appeal to the relaxed, sub-tropical ambiance. At a grand 18 floors in the main tower and with 50 additional low-rise Garden Villa Suites, the sheer size of the resort means it copes well with Naples’ peak seasons, and it becomes decidedly indulgent when the crowds depart. The resort is surrounded by a 200-acre nature preserve, with a white-sand beach just beyond, and while the beach is spotlessly groomed, you may be lucky enough to encounter a gopher tortoise or two.”
The Grande Suite
The 2,000-sq.ft. Grande Suite is located on at the top floor of the Tower. It features marble flooring, a separate Master bedroom with one King bed and private balcony, dining room with seating for up to eight guests, and a large living room.
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6. The Escalante
Forbes Travel Guide says, “When you’re en route to The Escalante, there’s a chance you could drive right past this hidden gem — and that’s just the way hotel regulars like it. The only boutique property in historic Naples, The Escalante has lush foliage, hidden courtyards and an intimate setting that make it a tucked-away favorite of snowbirds and jet setters alike. The boutique retreat may be hidden from the outside world, but it’s poised to place you on the doorstep of all that Old Naples has to offer. Downtown shopping and dining are just steps from your front door, as are the coast’s soft white sands and spectacular sunsets. An onsite restaurant serves up seasonal fare sourced from the property’s own organic garden and in-room spa services provide plenty of opportunity for pampering.”
Bungalow Suite
The Bungalow Suite features a separate bedroom and living room.
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7. Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort
Embark Beyond’s Jack Ezon says, “Four Seasons promises to be the most luxurious beachfront resort in Naples when it opens its 216-room Beach Club. The resort will feature beachside gardens, elegant dining options, stellar waterfront services, and a 58-unit private residence village.”
Sable Suite
The 5,167-sq.ft. Sable Suite spans the sixth and seventh floors and includes a private rooftop pool and spa.
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