Hotel Overview
Long Weekend
Overall, this is a wonderful hotel. The grounds and common areas are meticulously maintained and...
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Happy Camper
- Apr 26, 2011
5-star Sarasota Bay hotel with private beach club, golf course, dining
The Ritz-Carlton in Sarasota, Florida is a luxury 5-star hotel located downtown. A private beach club flaunts numerous seaside amenities, including a swimming pool and Jacuzzi, dining and beach activities for children. A magnificent championship golf course, tennis courts, spa and state-of-the-art fitness facilities are available to all guests. A number of in-house restaurants and lounges cater to discerning palates. All rooms and suites include a private balcony overlooking Sarasota Bay, the marina or the city skyline.
Hotel Map
1111 Ritz-Carlton Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236
- Area served
- Sarasota, Sarasota
- Nearby airports
- Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, (SRQ), 4.00, N, Mile; Tampa International Airport, (TPA), 65.00, N, Mile; Orlando International Airport, (MCO), 130.00, NE, Mile; St Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport, (PIE), 48.00, N, Mile; Fort Myers,
- Area description
- Resort - Location Type: Resort
Amenities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- 24 Hour Room Service
- Air Conditioned
- AM/FM Alarm Clock
- ATM/Cash Machine
- Babysitting/Child services
- Barber Shop
- Barber/Beauty Shop
- Bath Tub
- Bathroom Telephone
- Business center
- Car Rental Desk
- Coffee Maker in Room
- Coffee Shop
- Concierge Desk
- Connecting Rooms
- Cordless Phone
- Cribs Available
- DVD Player
- Elevators
- Exercise Gym
- Express Check In
- Express Checkout
- FAX
- Fitness center
- Fitness center or spa
- Free Newspaper
- Game Room
- Grab Bars in Bathroom
- Guest Laundromat
- Hairdryer in Room
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Health Club
- High-speed Internet
- Ice Machine
- In Room Movies
- Internet Access
- Iron
- Ironing Board
- Jogging Track
- Laundry/Valet Services
- Lounge
- Maid Service
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Mini Bar
- News Stand
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Outdoor Pool
- Pets allowed
- Phone with speaker
- Pool
- Radio
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- Rollaway Beds
- Room Service
- Safe
- Safe Deposit Box
- Sauna
- Secretarial Service
- Shower
- Smoke-free policy
- Sofa Bed
- Steam Bath
- Telephone
- Television with Cable
- Temperature Control
- Tennis
- Trouser Press
- Turndown Service
- TV
- TV Remote Control
- Valet Parking
- Video Checkout
- Wake-up Service
Dining
- Vernona
- Experience Mediterranean cuisine with an organic flare, Sunday brunch available
- Bay View Bar & Grill
- Relaxed outdoor eatery offering a delicous menu of uncomplicated casual cuisine
- The Lobby Lounge
- The Ritz-Carlton tradition of afternoon tea is carried on in the beautifully decorated Lobby Lounge. Beverage service is offered throughout the day. Relax, meet, and socialize in the Lobby Lounge.
- Ca D'Zan Bar
- A menu of sophisticated signature cocktails, wines, ports, and single malt scotch is available for guests enjoyment along with delicious bar foods and great entertainment. Live music Tu-Sa.
- Coffee Corner
- An assortment of fresh brewed coffee and espresso.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 4:00 PM
- Check-out:
- 12:00 PM
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (16)
Ratings and reviews for The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
- All travelers (16) 4.4 / 5
- Business (1) 4 / 5
- Couples (7) 4.6 / 5
- Families (5) 4 / 5
- Singles (3) 5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4.7
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.8
- Hotel staff:
- 4.3
- Room comfort:
- 4.8
- Location:
- 4.6
- Value:
- 4.1
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
golfer
Great time
Great location and service
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Happy Camper
Long Weekend
Overall, this is a wonderful hotel. The grounds and common areas are meticulously maintained and filled with flowers. The staff was friendly and helpful and our special requests (more regular coffee packets and q-tips) were responded to promptly. We went to the beach club twice and the hotel pool once. Both very nice, hotel pool is a little quieter. The hotel is walking distance to main street bars and restaurants, or you can take the shuttle to the local circle (we actually walked it once, it's about 2.5 miles). We found a great variety of very good food was available. We enjoyed the room as well - a lovely balcony overlooked the pool and a marina. We will be returning.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Stay at Ritz Carlton Sarasota was Awful
We stayed at this hotel for several days and the only word that comes to mind is, "Awful." We had problems with this hotel and they were addressed by hotel management with arrogance and a casual lack of concern. The food choices were limited and overpriced and getting to the beach is a ridiculous hassle. We have stayed at many hotels in the Ritz chain, and have seen it deteriorate over the years into a high-priced Marriott. Extremely disappointed!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 1
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 1
- Value:
- 1
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Tropical Traveler
Surprises
The hotel is one of the best in Sarasota and in past visits has always been a wonderful experience. We visited the Beach Club and also spent time at St. Armand's. The restaurants in the area are easy to get to and always good meals. I was surprised at the difference this time in the noise level at the hotel. The outside bar was so loud it was hard to hear anyone at our table even though the place was not filled up to capacity. The floor we stayed on had yelling and partying well into the morning hours (3 am) and the pool was filled with teenagers who took over the place during the day and into the evening hours. It was not the typical sophisticated environment I had expected and hoped to experience.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Money-saving tip:
Short drive from hotel
Great restaurants in the area and some are within walking distance or a very short drive. I recommend Mattison's on Saturday with the street market and all of the local vendors. It is a great place to watch people and their dogs.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Best vacation ever
Fabulous beach and great hotel staff
The hotel staff was wonderful, we are not rich and they treated us just as nice as the millionaire next to us. They are personable, get to know your name, ask about your day and very helpful. The hotel itself was gorgeous and very clean and comfortable. The spa and spa services were wonderful and a treat that should not be passed up. The beach club, across the bay from the hotel was nice, full facilities to get cleaned up and dining. The food at the hotel and the pool were poor, for the price McDonald's tasted better. The pools were comfortable, the view was stunning, the water was clear on the calm days. There was very little to complain about because the positives far outweighed any negatives.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Shopping tip:
Short drive from hotel
On the way to Lido Key where the beach resort is from the hotel, there is a large circle of shops that should be visited, allow yourself a few hours, they were enjoyable.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
nanjohn
Wonderful stay!!!!
This was our first stay at a Ritz Carlton and they did not dissapoint. The service was the best.. From the checking to the check out this hotel is above the rest.. Going back in August for a couples get away!!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
nana
I loved having a walk in shower
This is the best Hotel Suite that I have ever stayed in. I loved having a walk in shower as well as a separate bath and shower. Very nice suite
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Robert
Does not get any Better!
Great for Shopping, Dining, Nightlife outdoor activities - this place offers it all.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Donna
Great hotel and flight arrangements
It ws as good or better than other Ritz hotles that we visited. the staff mad it a little better than the rest.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
In Hotel
the hotle waw wonderful and having the Beah Clubb too made it a more impreswive package.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
BB
Super-friendly staff
The staff was very gracious and welcoming. Beautiful views of the bay. Although not located on the beach, a van to the R-C beach club departed on the hour and returned on the half-hour (The trip takes about five minutes). It was easy, clean and comfortable.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
There are a lot of nice restaurants in downtown Sarasota. "Derek's Culinary Casual" was exceptional.
