By Tyler Bohlman
The latest chapter in The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, story is now written and ready to be enjoyed again. This luxury Florida resort hotel recently reopened to show off a dramatic transformation which features a new tower, 70 Club Level guestrooms, exciting dining options, lounges, pools, and so much more.
The most notable addition is the new Vanderbilt Tower, with a space that caters exclusively to Club Level guests. They’ll enjoy the convenience of a dedicated check-in, even more spacious and classically adorned guestrooms, and a 4,000-square-foot Club Lounge. There are also private spaces for dining, entertainment, and specially curated experiences just for Club Level Members. A local chef may be brought in for a cooking demonstration, or fresh ingredients from a neighborhood farm may be brought in for that night’s gourmet meal.
The local touches don’t end there.
The entire resort is refreshed with touches of natural Florida. You’ll find elements of the sea woven seamlessly into the Club Lounge’s design. The Florida sun will shine in as plentiful windows allow the light to illuminate the bright pink, blue, and gold accents. Although all 474 guestrooms and suites on the property have been refreshed, it doesn’t mean its history is forgotten. Vintage postcards showing the evolution of Naples don the walls, making the walk to the full-service bar also a walk through time.
On-site dining is an adventure all its own. There are eight unique dining destinations with specialty crafted menus from Executive Chef Satish Yerramilli. The Lobby Bar pairs high-end light bites of caviar, oysters, crispy tuna, and wagyu truffle sliders with a Master Sommelier-designed menu of wines and champagnes. Sofra is an open-air concept of vegetable-forward Eastern Mediterranean-style food. Using local ingredients, you’ll dine on cold mezzes, braised artichokes, and an olive oil cart with house-made breads. And your afternoon pick-me-up will never taste better than at Moka. Offering a wide variety of coffees made from hand-picked beans around the world, you’ll leave feeling alert and satisfied.
Spending time around the reimagined Ritz-Carlton, Naples, isn’t just about food and drink. There is plenty to do for yourself with upgraded amenities across the board. When poolside, you can relax in any of 10 fully enclosed air-conditioned bungalows in ultimate comfort and luxury. For a more outdoor experience, enjoy the poolside cabanas with plush seating, ceiling fans, and televisions. And The Spa is the perfect place to relax your mind, body, and soul. Celebrate the holistic properties of nature as each treatment infuses natural herbs and botanicals.
The Gulf of Mexico shines just outside your door as The Ritz-Carlton, Naples welcomes you home. Make your next beachside getaway a new experience in an old favorite.