Naples Hotels

A "wonderful quiet beach" and a "million-dollar view" are highlights at this "lovely, boutiquey resort" next to Vanderbilt Bay; every room has a balcony and twice-daily maid service, but for some that's not enough to make up for their not-so-large size; still, most love the "first-class" staff and "lovely grounds", which include a tiki bar, waterfall pools and an 18-hole Bob Cupp–designed golf course.

"Bird-watching" tourists and business travelers alike enjoy this "beautiful high-rise" where "amazing new renovations" have resulted in "spacious" rooms, "splurge-worthy" "Zen bungalows", an "über-cool bar" and a "to-die-for" Golden Door Spa, along with a "more Miami feel to the lobby"; though "dinner choices are limited" and the "golf course is miles away", most guests are content to take a "delightful walk through mangroves to the great beach" aided by a "friendly staff."

"Hope the staff" is "in charge of running heaven" pray patrons of this "gorgeous confection" "perfectly located on the Gulf Coast of Naples" where "stellar" service is "unparalleled", as are the "impeccable grounds" with an "exquisite beachfront" offering "sublime sunsets"; "elegant interiors" include a "huge", "world-class spa", "spacious", "beautifully decorated" rooms (the "club level is a must") and "incredible" dining (Artisans was voted No. 1 for Food in Naples in our America's Top Restaurants Survey); it "can get crowded during peak seasons", but it's a "beautiful escape" that's deemed "well worth the price tag."

The "wonderful golf" facility with an "excellent practice range" is the highlight of this "less-expensive alternative to the Ritz" down the street, and you have "full use of both" via free shuttle; but even those who can't swing a club find much to love given the "best staff", "impeccably maintained grounds" ("there isn't a blade of grass out of place") and "fresh" rooms that are "a bargain in the off-season"; too bad visits to both the beach and spa "require a trip."

The "private beach" accessible by a free catamaran is an "amazing feature" at this "wonderful resort" in Bonita Springs (20 minutes north of Naples) since there's an added benefit of possibly "seeing manatees and dolphins" in the waters; "well-run" facilities include the Raptor Bay Golf Course, Camp Coconut for kids, "fabulous pools" (including a 140-ft. corkscrew slide) and an all-around "beautiful setup", but foodies find the restaurants "inadequate for dinner."