Unparalleled Luxury: The Ritz-Carlton Hotels & Resorts in Florida

With more than 100 years of history in unparalleled quality and service, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company is among the highest quality hotels not only in the United States, but throughout the world.  The company’s foundation is to operate as “Gold Standards” and their motto states “We are Ladies and Gentlemen serving Ladies and Gentlemen”.

As of 2024, there are 41 Ritz-Carlton locations in the United States and Canada with two upcoming locations in Paradise Valley, Arizona and New York City.  There are an additional six Ritz-Carlton partner hotels which include four EDITION brand hotels and the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas.

With a total of ten individual hotel throughout the state, Florida is home to the largest concentration of Ritz-Carlton locations in all of North America.  In addition to the hotels & resorts, Florida is home to to eight Ritz-Carlton Residences which provide ownership opportunities within exclusive locations in a manner that only Ritz-Carlton can provide.  Learn more about each of these incredible Florida resorts in the paragraphs below.  

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The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island

The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island is the northernmost location in Florida.  Located on a secluded barrier island along the Atlantic Ocean outside of the City of Jacksonville, this 446-room resort was featured as one of US News and World Report’s 50 Best Hotels in the USA for 2021.

Amenities are plentiful and include access to 1.5 miles of secluded beach with a private beach club, heated indoor & outdoor pools, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, state-of-the-art fitness center, tennis courts, an on-site 18-hole championship golf course and the unique “Our Space” lounge which features tables games and a private movie theater.

Nightly rates at The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island vary during the year but typically range from around $500 per night to more than $1,500 per night depending on the room type.  

The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour (Miami)

Located in the Bal Harbour area of northern Miami Beach along the shores of the Atlantic Ocean and Haulover Inlet, The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour has some of the finest views of any Ritz-Carlton throughout the state.  At just 95 rooms, this resort is one of the most intimate resorts in the Ritz portfolio.

The rooms are what makes this property unique and with just two rooms per floor, guests are ensured of the utmost privacy.  Rooms & suites are large and range in size from 510 to more than 1,600 square feet of living space.  Amenities include access to a semi-private beach, an elevated outdoor pool with private cabanas, the 10,000 square foot Exhale Bal Harbour Spa, a state-of-the-art fitness center and a multi-million art collection feature more than 400 paintings, sculptures and photographs.

Nightly rates at The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour vary during the year but typically range from around $1,000 per night to more than $4,000 per night depending on the room type.  

The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove (Miami)

The 22-story, two-tower Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove is located just south of downtown Miami in the popular Coconut Grove neighborhood.  Although not situated directly on a beach, this 115-room property features stunning view of Biscayne Bay and is near several of the local areas popular attractions.

Amenities include a heated lap pool, a 6,000 square foot Boutique Spa, concierge service, a 24-hour fitness center, full service business center and plenty of tranquil common space including the Courtyard Fountain Terrace.   The hotel’s oversized rooms feature balconies and range in size from 900 to more than 2,500 square feet.

In addition to the resort hotel, this property is home to The  Residences at The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove.  Condominium units range in size from about 900 to more than 4,400 square feet and owners enjoy all the amenities of the resort hotel.

Nightly rates at The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove vary during the year but typically range from around $700 per night to more than $3,000 per night depending on the room type.

The Ritz-Carlton Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale’s only AAA Five-Diamond hotel is the spectacular Ritz-Carlton Fort Lauderdale.  This 24-story, 192-room property is just across from the world famous Fort Lauderdale beach and has incredible views of the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway.

Amenities include a beach club with lounge chairs & umbrellas, heated infinity pool on a 29,000 square foot elevated pool deck, a 8,500 square foot spa, concierge service, expansive fitness center, full service business center, Club Lounge and exclusive privilege’s at the members only Grande Oaks Golf Course.   The hotel’s oversized rooms range in size from 764 to more than 2,000 square feet.

In addition to the resort hotel, this property is home to The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton Fort Lauderdale.  The 28 individual condominium units that comprise The Residences are located on the top three floors of the building.  

Nightly rates at The Ritz-Carlton Fort Lauderdale vary during the year but typically range from around $750 per night to more than $2,500 per night depending on the room type.

The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne

The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne is a magnificent resort that is located directly along the shores of the Atlantic Ocean.  This 450-room beachfront resort is located on the five-mile barrier island of Key Biscayne, only accessible by toll bridge or boat, and is just minutes to downtown Miami.

Amenities are plentiful and include 1,200 feet of golden sand beach with private cabanas, an oceanfront zero-entry “Family Pool” with water features & an adult  “Tranquility Pool”, concierge service, business center, Club Lounge, a 20,000 square foot spa with 21 treatment rooms, state-of-the-art fitness center and the largest tennis center of any Ritz-Carlton resort.  The tennis center features 10 soft clay Hydro-courts and one hard court, daily clinics / lessons and full service pro shop.

Nightly rates at The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne vary during the year but typically range from around $1,000 per night to more than $3,000 per night depending on the room type.  

The Ritz-Carlton Naples

Another spectacular Florida beachfront resort in the collection is the Ritz-Carlton Naples.  Located at the end of Vanderbilt Beach Road directly on the white sandy beach of the Gulf of Mexico, this stunning AAA Five Diamond 447-room resort was voted the “Best Hotel in the US” by US News & World Report for 2016 and 2017.

Amenities include a private beach club with lounge chairs, umbrellas & water sports, two resort pools with poolside cabanas, a 51,000 square foot spa with 30 treatment rooms, state-of-the-art fitness center, tennis courts, attended business center, a Nature’s Wonder center and “Vue” which is an interactive entertainment lounge.  Guests also have access to the Tiburon Golf Club featuring two 18-hole championship golf courses designed by Greg Norman.

Nightly rates at The Ritz-Carlton Naples vary during the year but typically range from around $1,000 per night to more than $4,000 per night depending on the room type.  

The Ritz-Carlton Naples Golf Resort

Just a few miles away from the Ritz-Carlton Naples beach resort is the Ritz-Carlton Naples Golf Resort.  Guests of this 295-room hotel have full access to the amenities and dining options at the beach resort – a hotel shuttle service is provided to travel between the two resorts.  Conde Nast Traveler ranked the Ritz-Carlton as the #1 golf resort in Florida.

The highlight of the Ritz-Carlton Naples Golf resort is the Tiburon Golf Club that includes two 18-hole championship golf courses designed by professional golf legend Greg Norman.  Additional amenities include four Har-Tru tennis courts, concierge services, a heated outdoor pool with 600 foot lazy river and waterslides, massage & fitness center and on-site kayaking expeditions.

Nightly rates at The Ritz-Carlton Naples vary during the year but typically range from around $1,000 per night to more than $3,000 per night depending on the room type.  

The Ritz-Carlton Orlando

One of the most unique properties if the Ritz-Carlton Orlando which is located at the 500-acre Grande Lakes Resort.  The Ritz-Carlton shares the property with the JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes and Marriott’s Lakeshore Reserve vacation club property along with the Residences at the Ritz-Carlton Orlando.

This 582-room resort is located minutes from Walt Disney World and The Universal Orlando Resort and features an 18-hole Greg Norman designed Signature Golf Course and a 40,000 square foot spa that includes 40 separate treatments rooms, private spa pool and café and a 6,000 square foot state-of-the-art fitness center.   There is also a zero-entry resort style pool, Eco Tours on Shingle Creek, a mountain biking trail with bike rentals, freshwater fishing expeditions, paddle boat / kayak rentals and falconry experiences.  Guests also have access to the 24,000 square foot lazy river pool at the adjacent JW Marriott hotel.

Nightly rates at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando vary during the year but typically range from around $750 per night to more than $2,000 per night depending on the room type.  

The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota

Located in downtown Sarasota along southwest Florida’s gulf coast, the 266-room Ritz-Carlton Sarasota is one of the most unique resort properties across the state.  The resort has incredible view of Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico and is a AAA Four Diamond Award winner for 2018.

Guests staying at the Ritz-Carlton Sarasota have access to The Beach Club on nearby Lido Key and The Golf Club (off-site) which features a Tom Fazio designed 18-hole championship golf course.  Additional amenities include an outdoor heated pool, Club Level Lounge, two lighted tennis courts (located at The Golf Club), the Ritz-Carlton Spa, state-of-the-art fitness center and “The Cove” gaming center.

Nightly rates at The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota vary during the year but typically range from around $800 per night to more than $2,500 per night depending on the room type.  

The Ritz-Carlton South Beach (Miami)

The Ritz-Carlton South Beach is located in one of the most popular vacation destinations in Florida and is inspired by a rich history within a 1950’s Art Deco building.  This 376-room outstanding resort enjoys one of the best locations in Miami Beach at Lincoln Road and the Atlantic Ocean.

Amenities include a $2 million art collection, Club Level Lounge, beach chair / umbrella service, oceanfront pool, state-of-the-art pool and on-site Ritz-Carlton Spa.  The oceanfront and city view rooms and suites range in size from 800 to 2,800 square feet.  There are three on-site dining experience including the popular outdoor Dilido Beach Club.

The Ritz-Carlton South Beach features more than 20,000 square foot of event space and is a highly coveted venue for outdoor wedding and events.

Nightly rates at The Ritz-Carlton South vary during the year but typically range from around $1,000 per night to more than $3,500 per night depending on the room type.  

The Ritz-Carlton Residences in Florida

As of February 2022, there are eight Ritz-Carlton Residences located in the state of Florida.  They amazing properties represent some of the most exclusive residential ownership opportunities of any luxury residences found across the county.  

Amenities at all of these location are extensive and typically include resort pools, spa services and access to the facilities of the local Ritz-Carlton area resorts.  In addition, homeowners will enjoy the signature Ritz-Carlton service including a full-time concierge, in-residence dining and a dedicated home management team.

• Fort Lauderdale
• Miami Beach
• Miami (Coconut Grove)
• Orlando
• Sarasota
• Singer Island
• Sunny Isles Beach
• Tampa

A number of these locations have been fully developed; however, resale opportunities may exist at this time.  Within the past few years demand for these residences has been strong so of you are interested in calling the Ritz-Carlton your home, click here to contact our exclusive Florida real estate partner.