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The VIP vibe at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota comes from indulgences like its bay-side location, its palm-dappled pool, and its celeb-worthy dining venues. Overlooking Sarasota Bay, you can watch the water as you laze by the chic outdoor pool and whirlpool, and as you tuck into coastal cuisine, cocktails, and craft beers at Jack Dusty. Venture across the John Ringling Causeway to Lido Key, where you'll find the hotels beach club, in the form of a tiki bar, alongside seaside-styled Ridley’s Porch restaurant, right on the soft sands (you may even get to enjoy it from your private balcony, as some have marina views). The luminary luxuries continue back at the hotel with opulent spa treatments - in a newly renovated spa might we add - and access to the exclusive Ritz-Carlton Golf Club.
Amenities
Bicycle Rental
Golf
Kayaking
Tennis
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Hot tub
Internet Access
Laundry Service
Restaurant
Room Service
Safety Deposit Box
Where is it
Downtown Sarasota, on Florida's Gulf Coast, with sugar-sand beaches and Spanish architecture.
Hotel information
267 rooms and suites. All with private balcony, air conditioning, WiFi access, mini bar*, flat-screen TV, coffee/tea making facilities, hair dryer, Asprey bathroom amenities, bathrobes, safe, and iron and ironing board.
Deluxe rooms offer views of the resort or downtown, with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.
Marina View Rooms with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.
One Bedroom Suites feature a separate living room with sofa bed, and bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 4 people.
Bay View Suites feature a separate living room with sofa bed, and bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 4 people.
Club Level Rooms and Suites include access to the Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge which offers continous culinary and beverage offerings throughout the day including complimentary breakfast, snacks, cocktail hours, and evening hors d'oeuvres and desserts. There is also a dedicated Club Level concierge team, and guests receive access to exclusive activities and entertainment.
The Sarasota Suite offers views of Sarasota city and bay with a spacious living room with sofa bed, dining area, and bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 people. The Sarasota Suite also includes club level benefits.
The Ritz-Carlton Suite is on a higher level, offering views of the marina, with a spacious living room, dining area, walk-in closet, and bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 people. The Ritz-Carlton Suite also includes club level benefits.
Valet parking $45, plus tax per night (payable locally, subject to change) .A complimentary shuttle runs hourly between the resort and the beach club.
Jack Dusty (seafood and local dishes, craft microbrews and cocktails, open for all day dining). Ridley's Porch (located at The Beach Club on Lido Key; locally inspired dishes). The Lido Key Tiki Bar (open-air beach bar). The Gulf Club Grille (located at Riz-Carlton Golf Club, offering seasonal menu and full bar with golf course views). Coffee Corner (serving hot and cold drinks and light bites to go). Kemp's Market (located at The Beach Club on Lido Key, offering grab-and-go options).
Outdoor heated pool and whirlpool. Ritz-Carlton Beach Club on Lido Key with zero-entry pool, as well as beach activities including kayaking* and paddle boarding*. Poolside cabanas*. 18-hole championship golf course (16 miles away). 24-hour fitness centre. Spa*. Tennis courts.
WiFi included in the resort fee. 24-hour room service*. Gift shop/Convenience store. Laundry service*.
Resort fee: $60 per room, per night, plus tax (payable locally, subject to change).
Resort fee includes: - WiFi and enhanced Internet speed at the hotel, The Beach Club and The Golf Club - One fitness class daily - Two-hour bicycle rental at the hotel - Umbrellas and chairs at The Beach Club - Use of masks, fins, and body boards at The Beach Club - Access to driving range and golf practice area - Use of kayaks, paddleboards and life vests at the hotel - Use of fishing poles at the hotel. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.
*Denotes local charge.
Please note: all guests must be 21 or older to book a room.
Based on 2989 reviews
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Great family stay!
Aug 19, 2024JMN19701Delaware
We had a great stay here. Some of the reviews made me second guess our upcoming stay, but I am glad we moved forward. The hotel is great, the staff is even better. Is this the newest Ritz out there? No. However, it's the nicest spot in Sarasota. The dining is great and the beach club is the perfect day to spend the day. We were there off…
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We had a great stay here. Some of the reviews made me second guess our upcoming stay, but I am glad we moved forward. The hotel is great, the staff is even better. Is this the newest Ritz out there? No. However, it's the nicest spot in Sarasota. The dining is great and the beach club is the perfect day to spend the day. We were there off season in August, some of the schools had just started. On a few days there were only a handful of guests at the beach club pool area. It was great! We used our rental car to get to the beach club so we wouldn't need to wait for the shuttle. It's a short drive.
Such a really nice relaxing stay! I will say, the new St. Regis will give this Ritz a run once it opens this fall. It looks amazing, so they will need to step up their game.
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Always lovely
Aug 18, 2024courtney H
Perfect for Xmas with husband no kids and delish room service. The beach club was sunny and 80” Dec 26th.
Just went back Aug 9th they are doing some remodeling what’s been done looks great and is beautiful. Jack Dusty’s is almost done ✅ had a perfect birthday meal with girlfriends and great overall weekend in longboat!
Really nice hotel and beach club
Jul 31, 2024John SCranston, Rhode Island
Saw some bad reviews that had me worried prior to my stay but fortunately my experience was great and I would definitely recommend. It is a very, very nice property with staff that are wonderful and extremely helpful. The room was very nice and very clean with a large balcony with a water view. The beach club was spectacular and was one of the…
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Saw some bad reviews that had me worried prior to my stay but fortunately my experience was great and I would definitely recommend. It is a very, very nice property with staff that are wonderful and extremely helpful. The room was very nice and very clean with a large balcony with a water view. The beach club was spectacular and was one of the nicest beach experiences I have ever had. Extremely large and beautiful pool with a large hot tub and a tiki bar and full restaurant. The grounds were absolutely beautiful and the beach was private and really amazing. Get there early because it fills up quick and can get pretty crazy in the afternoon. Would definitely stay at this hotel again.
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Nice getaway!
Jul 21, 2024Sightsee15366966035
Nice place. Pricey yes, but well worth it.
The beach club is by far the best. Ethan hooked us up with chairs umbrella, ice waters and anything we needed. He was super friendly and attentive.
Go get there it was an easy shuttle. The food and drinks were pricey, but overall very good food.
Great place.
This hotel is Garbage ! Beware!!!!!!
Jul 17, 2024Lisa B
The hotel ac doesn't work, the staff sends engineers to fix ac system and they are clueless , everytime you shower smells like rotten eggs . This is a over priced dump and dont fall for their marketIng scam . Those beautiful pictures you see on the site is at their beach club 6 miles away not on their premises
Great family stay!
