Ever since I was a little girl, I dreamed of staying at “The Ritz” in New York City. Well, I did not get to go to New York, but I did get to stay at The Ritz Carlton Golf Resort, in Naples, Florida, and it was everything I dreamed of — and MUCH more! I have never stayed at a place quite so perfect before–from the amazing customer service to the delicious food, spectacular views, and pristine rooms, it was perfection.
From the moment we walked through the giant doors we were catered to, and treated like important foreign dignitaries. It was like nothing I had ever experienced!
Our Beautiful Beds.
When we got to our room, we were treated to a fabulously decorated, spacious, and very clean environment. I LOVED the bedding!
Our gorgeous bathroom!
The bathroom was huge… and gorgeous! It had marble tops, double sinks, a large bath tub, a spacious shower, a toilet “room” with a door, and tons of space–plus all the toiletries you could possibly need!
Our TV, Fridge, Safe, Desk, etc.
I loved the dark wood furniture. There was also a large dresser, closet, and a couple of chairs in our room. We had a lot of space which was nice since we are a family of four. We did not feel crammed at all.
The View from our Room!!
Then, there was the view from our patio. The picture above does not even come close to doing it justice. It was spectacular! I would find myself going out onto the porch every day–just to look at the amazing view I had the privilege of seeing!
Poolside …
We spent a LOT of time at the pool! It was wonderful! There were toys, games, a spa, and the most amazing customer service I have ever experienced. As soon as we arrived at the pool, there was someone there to greet us, and help us get comfortable. They brought out fresh chair covers, towels, and water. They served fruit, trail mix, flavored and bottled water. They were very attentive, and made us feel special.
Then there was the poolside dining…
The food was DELICIOUS!
Both of my girls LOVED their chicken fingers and fries. And, my husband and I really enjoyed the nachos. They were some of the best nachos I have ever had. YUM! The food was really good.
Turn Down Service!!!!! And, yes, there was chocolate and it was yummy!
I had never experienced “turn down service” quite like this before, so when we came back to our room and the beds were all ready for us, I was pleasantly surprised! They had robes, slippers, chocolate, fresh water and everything was clean! This momma was beyond excited, and I am trying to figure out how to find some Ritz elves to come and do this for me at home!
They HUNG our bathing suits while we went to dinner!
One thing that really stood out for me was that when we left the room after the pool, I left all of our bathing suits hanging on the tub and shower. When we got back later that evening, they were all hanging neatly above the tub on a string! It was a seemingly simple gesture, but it helped our suits dry quick, and really just went above and beyond.
It was a countless number of little things just like that–that really made our stay at The Ritz Carlton Golf Resort, in Naples, Florida wonderful. The staff always went above and beyond in every single area. I mean even when we called to ask for more tea bags, they came with a tray of various teas, honey, mugs, spoons, and all the things you would need for good tea! Any other hotel I have ever stayed in would have brought 2-3 tea bags and that’s it.
Our last evening sunset–poolside…
The views were beautiful, and we were sad when the end of our wonderful stay was upon us…
Beautiful sunrise on our last morning…
Our last morning of our stay at The Ritz Carlton Golf Resort, in Naples, Florida also happened to be my oldest daughter’s 20th birthday. It was a wonderful way to start the day–sitting on our balcony watching the sun wake up and greet us on this special day!
There are so many more things I could say. It really was an incredible experience for us! The hotel had so much to offer: a fitness center, golfing, delicious restaurants, poolside dining, all the fruit you could want, flavored water when you arrived and left, beautiful views, awesome rooms, and so many other things. However, it was really the customer service that stood out the most for me. I have heard people say things like: “This isn’t The Ritz” or “It certainly wasn’t The Ritz.” Now I understand. There is nothing quite like staying at The Ritz Carlton!
I have a new dream!
I want to stay at every Ritz Carlton in the USA! After that… well…
So stay tuned for future posts about further Ritz Carlton experiences, and make sure that you check them out! They are WELL worth it! Trust me!
Disclaimer: I received no compensation for my stay. All opinions are my own.
Copyright © Lara Velez, Adventures of a Traveling Foodie (TM), a Division of AliBelle, LLC
Looks like y’all had an amazing time! I’m seriously impressed that they hung up your bathing suits for you. I think I may need to stay at The Ritz once in my life. Wow!
More than once! LOL!
Seriously looks like fun. I would love to stay there one day. OMG looks fabulous, sunny and warm. I could use a bit of that right about now. lol
The Ritz is AMAZING!! Only was there one day when they were honoring nurses week!! It was Fantastic!!!
Oh, Dianna, it was awesome! :)
Yes, it really is amazing, Natalie! My absolute favorite to date! :)
We love Naples. We bought a condo in Ft. Myers after staying at the La Playa in Naples (right down the road from where you were) for a wedding we liked it so much. If you go back try that hotel too. Now as for the Ritz, I’ve driven by there and I love how it’s secluded even though its away from the shoreline.
Wow that looks amazing! I’m going to have to see where the closest one to me is!!
We were just in Naples last year. This is good to know for when we visit family next year.
Oh looks so sumptuous!! I love the shot of your feet at the pool with a book – heaven!
Looks like you girls had a great time. I so need a vacation. I am so tired of this cold and snow.
Wow, what service! That view is to die for. I would love to stay there on our next trip down to Florida!
This looks like a fab hotel! Not too far from me!
Aww really cool they hung your stuff up!!!
Looks like a beautiful place to stay! I think I would prefer the sun and fun in the FL location than NY anyway. :)
<—- jealous! Lol. Looks like you guys had a ball. I hear the service is amazing, and looks like it was for you as well :-)
I want to steal one of those buffalo chicken fingers…nom nom.
What an amazing way to stay on vacation! I want to find a Ritz to stay at too!
This looks amazing. I have never stayed at a Ritz property before but would love to try one. Total bucket list item!
The room looks so cozy, the view is beautiful, and you got NACHOS!! Sign me up for this vacation. ;)
That room and the property look gorgeous! It sounds like you all had a great time!
Looks amazing, I’d love to stay in a luxury hotel
We stayed at a Ritz in Orlando and LOVED it!! Looks like you had so much fun!
Looks like you had a fabulous stay! I’ve always wanted to stay (and get a massage) at the local Ritz!
Next time you go, take me!
What fun.
There’s a Ritz Carlton here in Atlanta. I’ve been there for events, but never to stay overnight.
I may need to change that.
Wow! It looks like you got exceptional service and had a good time.
Wow, talk about service above and beyond. I’ve never been to a Ritz but I did stay at a nice hotel but they didn’t hang our bathing suits. This sounds like a dream vacation, especially for us moms. Glad you got ot have a wonderful time.
Looks beautiful and like you had a great stay!
Oh, that looks incredible! Just the tea service alone would make me happy. :)
5 days? That is so awesome! I’d love to go there with just the hubby. One day…
It looks like you had so much fun! I love you had a place to hang your swim suits! I always struggle with were to put them to dry!
Wow, looks like a fabulous time and very relaxing!
Beautiful room and gorgeous views! Looks like a dream vacation for sure.
I want to stay here! It looks amazing!
Wow. That looks like it was a fantastic getaway. And 5 days??? I am a little jealous.
WOW! What an amazing place to stay! What a view!
I’ve been trying to talk my hubs into our staying at a posh hotel during a mini vacation. I think I might have to tell him about this, it might sway him ;)
Beautiful! Just beautiful…thanks for the recap!!!
I so need a vacation! I need to be pool side right now with a drink in hand:)
What a great place to stay. Love the amenities, and the view. Oh, and your pedicure looks great.
That looks amazing,i love the room.looks like you had a great time.
This looks like a wonderful place to stay and family friendly. I am in need of a vacation- a place that is warm and sunny too!
I didn’t realize they had a property in Naples. I’ll definitely remember that. It’s one of my favorite areas to go in Florida.
These pictures totally made me wish I was on vacation! Looks beautiful!
Every hotel that has a pool should have that line specifically for wet suits. It’s genius! I’m jealous of the turndown service. :) I want it at my house!
Those chicken tenders look tasty! And, what a nice treat that they hung your suits up for you! I love those hanging things in hotels.
a beautiful stay! I’ve stayed in the Atlanta Ritz a few times and we always feel special!
It looks really glamorous! Such a nice touch that they hung your suits!
Um yeah… I would call that a dream come true. I’m glad you had such a lovely time!
Sounds like a wonderful stay. Lots of great memories.
I live nearby and I haven’t had a chance to check this place out yet. I have heard that it is amazing! Nice view!
Everything looks great! Yummy food, awesome pool, great room, perfect view— I want to go!
This looks like such a fun adventure. Your suite was beautiful too. Glad you had a great time
I am so jealous right now, what lavish luxury!
I love that they hung your bathing suits! That’s really personal service!
I love how big you dream. I do hope you get to stay at every Ritz in the USA. Looks like you had the best 5 days, love the food by the pool. I’d love to relax and eat by the pool. Great photos, now I’m really missing living near the beach.
Beautiful location + beautiful hotel = fantastic time! Great pics!
WOW, the Ritz really took care of you! I’d love to lounge at their pool!
When you’re blue, and you don’t know where to go to…lol Sorry, I couldn’t resist the song. This looks like a fabulous stay. If we’re in the area (and we very well may be this summer) I have bookmarked their page to remember to give them ea look.
The poolside dining looks awesome and the views are amazing. I’ve never stayed at a Ritz (I don’t think) but would really love to some day!
Oh man, I love that they hung your swimsuits for you. That’s great service right there.
oh my goodness, that sounds like the best place EVER! I would be STOKED if someone hung my suits… or my clothes. That vacay would make me feel like a queen :) lol. I love the bedding and the bathroom, too!
beautiful. Beautiful hotel, scenery, pool, food. You lucky lady!! I’m jealous
It is wonderful that you had such a wonderful stay. It is things like this that create the memories that make life a better and richer thing.
Oh how fancy! I love that. I went to an event at the Ritz in Dallas and it was fancy!! Love all of your pics!!
I’m so missing the beach right now. This looks like an amazing place to stay!
Ahhh how awesome! I’m only about 2 hours from Naples in Tampa, but I would totally stay at this Ritz-Carlton next time I’m down there visiting my friend. :)
This sounds like a great place to stay at. Thank you for your review.
Wow! This is some hotel!! What breath taking views of the sunset and that pool!! Looks like you guys had a great time! I would love to come here and stay there!! And what customer service..hanging up your suits! :)
I’m glad you got to go! That poolside dining looks heavenly!
Wow what an awesome vacation! I’d love to take my family to the Ritz Carleton, even for just one day!
Looks lovely. I also really like the bedding and the bathroom. That’s a great looking pool too.
Oh, I love your descriptions of everything and pictures tell a story too. This looks like a very amazing place and I now want to stay at a Ritz hotel somewhere!
I really want to visit someday!
Oh SO jealous! I am in desperate need of a vacation!!! XOXO, Laurie
I’ve never stayed at a hotel quite like this. It looks fantastic and the pool is awesome.
This looks lovely. Thank you for sharing.
What a amazing place. Really looks nice.
This looks really neat
Fanatastic story!
I am tres jelly. Looks amazing!
Looks like an absolutely wonderful vacation in every way.
Wow. Ya’ll had an awesome time. I have never experienced the Ritz either. Going to put it on my bucket list now.
Wow, I have always heard that the Ritz is the best. I have never stayed there. Years ago my daughter stayed at the one in Philadelphia with her dog and she said it was unbelievable and the dog was treated like a king. Good luck with your quest.
Wow that looks fantastic! I would love to go there someday!
That looks so relaxing! This is what I call a vacation!
WOW, that is wonderful for you and your girls. The trips I took with my mother are some of the fondest memories that I have of her, of my whole life. I am sure this will be
the same for all of you.
beautiful looks like so much fun
Nice!! I love staying at a good hotel :)
That all looks so relaxing and beautiful!
Looks amazing!! Maybe someday for myself and my family!! Could use a vacation!
It looks like an awesome experience. Glad you had a good time.
This vacations looks heavenly. Just looking out my window at the snow all around says that THAT is where I ought to be right now! Just awesome!
Nothing quite like being pampered.
tasty snack you have there, what was it ?
Sounds like a marvelous place to stay for a relaxing vacation. You can’t beat quality accommodations combined with great service.
It sounds like you had a great time and enjoyed amazing service and five star accommodations which is what you should expect from The Ritz Carlton Resort or any hotel really. Thank you for sharing this review.
The pictures looks very nice, i could definitely use a vacation!
Oh in my dreams…..
I sure wish I was on that trip!
Looks like it was an awesome trip! I’m a little jealous!
The view is impeccable!
I love this story , the pictures are beautiful !
Looks like a super place to get away from it all!
wow! what a beautiful place!
That place looks super nice! and very nice of them to hang up the bathing suits. Kind of funny that they have a clothes line in the Ritz! LOL