The Best Room At...The Ritz Carlton, Naples
Considered the Grande Dame of Florida’s West Coast, the Ritz Carlton, Naples is an institution in Southwest Florida, known for its emerald water, low-key vibe, but also where a very moneyed crowd both resides and likes to play. Edward V. Staros, vice president and managing director of The Ritz-Carlton Resorts of Naples and The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples, has been with property for 36 years, shares the inside scoop on the hotel’s latest news and the difference between Naples and Palm Beach--its east coast rival.
What do you consider the best room at the Ritz Carlton Naples?
The best room at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples is our Presidential Suite, which has incredible panoramic oceanfront views. Beyond the expansive living areas, this suite provides the very best views that the resort has to offer while also including access to our exclusive Club Lounge which is just steps away from the suite.
What is the price of the room?
Starting at $3,800 per night
Last year the hotel underwent a multi-million dollar renovation. Tell us a little bit about what guests who haven't been to the property in a while can expect.
We spent a great deal of time attending to the exterior of the resort. Not only did we work on the building, we also updated our meeting space and rejuvenated most of the Spa. Our most notable project was the expansion and restoration of Gumbo Limbo, our beachfront restaurant. As one of the most celebrated beach front locations in Florida, our guests can enjoy fresh seafood and other coastal cuisine while enjoying a cocktail and savoring the spectacular sunsets Naples is known for.
The hotel seems to have something for everyone--a swanky sushi restaurant, Dusk, a kid's club, a world class spa, and tennis. How do you manage to cater to so many tastes and interests?
It is important to give our guests a variety of experiences that are easily accessible on property so they can truly unwind and not feel stress about where they’re going to eat that evening, or what activities they’ll do the next day. Having so much on-site gives our guests the ability to stay in one location, but also allow them to feel that they are having a different experience each day.
What is the key, in your opinion, to a successful intergenerational trip, something the Ritz Naples seems to specialize in?
Having a variety of experiences for every age is something that is key to successful intergenerational trips-and why we see so many families coming back year after year.
Tell us a little bit about your Club Level, the super exclusive floors that require key card access? How do you get that as part of your stay and what benefits are there to the Club Level?
The Club Lounge is an exclusive experience that can be accessed through booking accommodations on the Club Level, or adding the experience on to your stay. Not only do our Club Level guests have access to the dedicated team of service professionals and concierge services, but within the lounge they’ll find endless amenities such as five food presentations daily, including breakfast, a fine selection of wines, cocktails, beers, and non-alcoholic beverages as well as many other exclusive amenities to elevate the Naples experience.
Do you think Naples has a different kind of luxury feel than, say, Palm Beach? In general how would you describe the atmosphere of the hotel?
Palm Beach is a wonderful destination, but Naples does have a different atmosphere. There is a sense of laid-back luxury throughout the resort and the Naples community. This environment really provides the perfect setting to allow our guests to reconnect with each other and create new memories each time they visit. Additionally, the opportunities and experiences are really endless, especially in dining. The same family that enjoys a casual beachfront lunch together can enjoy an elegant and sophisticated and formal dining experience that evening.
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