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Mediterranean-inspired beachfront resort—Ritz-Carlton’s flagship near the Gulf of Mexico—with a 51,000-square-foot spa, access to premier golf, and a kid-friendly entertainment center. — Travel + Leisure

You can't top this luxe hotel if you want to plant yourself in the heart of Naples nightlife and shopping. — Fodor's

Three miles from The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, this resort is equally swanky but --- as the name suggests --- more concentrated on the fairways. — Gayot

With a style that developers like to say is circus magnate John Ringling's realized dream, The Ritz is appointed with fine artwork and fresh-cut flowers. — Fodor's

Located on Vanderbilt Beach, this is one of Naples’ best boutique hotels. All rooms have stunning Gulf views, French country decor, goose down pillows, and sublime bath products. — DK Eyewitness

The property includes 85 "suites, which are actually fully-equipped apartments available for rent on a nightly basis. — Star Service

On the largest of the Ten Thousand Islands, at the southwestern tip of Florida 17 miles from Naples, this Balinese-style beach resort was designed to be a "Hawaii of the East Coast. — Condé Nast Traveler

A villa-style hotel made to look like it’s been there for a hundred years, Escalante boasts stunning tropical gardens – walk around even if you’re not staying here. — Lonely Planet

At this all-suite property at the north end of scenic Gulf Shore Boulevard with a relaxed, contemporary atmosphere, the rooms are large and come with nice touches. — Fodor's

One of the island's first condo hotels, this 12-story class act has luxurious one- and two-bedroom suites decorated in elegant neutral tones with the finest fixtures. — Fodor's

Anchoring the western edge of a private peninsula along San Carlos Bay, this modern Marriott mega-resort includes three hotel/condominium high rises. — Michelin Guide

Down the road from the superior waterfront Hyatt, this is one of InterContinental's stylish yet economical offshoots, a trendier take on Marriott's Courtyard by Marriott brand. — Star Service

Close to downtown, the inn has a sunny Key West–like vibe, with brightly painted rooms and homey touches like the free fresh lemonade on tap at reception. — Travel + Leisure

Set on an old Key lime plantation on the northern tip of Captiva Island, this exclusive, lushly landscaped resort is far removed from the mainland strip-mall hurly-burly. — Concierge

The 454-room Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa is a luxury resort in an upscale neighborhood a five-minute drive to Estero Bay. — Oyster

The 294-room Hyatt Regency Sarasota is an upscale chain hotel that looks out on its own private marina in downtown Sarasota. — Oyster

Each of the 100 freshly furnished, spotless condo apartments in this extensive three-story complex evoke Tuscany with their sorrel, maroon and burnt-umber palette. — Lonely Planet

Framed by the gentle gulf surf and calming waters of Pine Island Sound, this timeless, self-contained resort keeps customers coming back for its recreational options and relaxed Old Florida feel. — Michelin Guide

The 222-room, upper-mid-range Lido Beach Resort is located on Lido Key on the Gulf of Mexico, off the coast of Sarasota. — Oyster

Trianon Old Naples is three-pearl boutique hotel tucked away in a quiet residential area just outside of downtown Naples. — Oyster