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The Ritz-Carlton, SarasotavsBarefoot Bay Resort and Marina
Both hotels are rated very highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota ranks significantly better than Barefoot Bay Resort and Marina. The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota comes in at #7 in Tampa Bay Area with accolades from 8 reviewers such as Star Service, Forbes Travel Guide and Gayot.
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
Fodor's
Jetsetter
Michelin Guide
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Forbes Travel Guide
Travel + Leisure
U.S. News & World Report Travel + Leisure
1111 Ritz Carlton Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236
From $299/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's "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." Full review
Jetsetter "11-acre luxury compound overlooking Sarasota Bay, with a private beach club and a spa offering over 100 treatments." Full review
Michelin Guide "lf money is no object, pamper yourself at this top-notch resort, set on 11 acres in the heart of Sarasota."
DK Eyewitness "The amenities and decor here are typically Ritz-Carlton. Enjoy scenic views, four excellent restaurants, and a beautiful bayside courtyard with heated pool."
Star Service "On a par with its sibling in Key Biscayne, this posh Ritz-Carlton is Sarasota's most sophisticated hotel, competing just below its superior sibling in Naples." Full review
Gayot "Each of the 266 rooms at this luxury hotel comes with a private balcony and a view of either Sarasota Bay, the marina or the city skyline." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"Located in the city’s cultural district overlooking Sarasota Bay, The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota is close to the boutiques and galleries of the city but maintains a resort feel." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Trademark Ritz-Carlton service and style abounds, from the grand classically appointed lobby public rooms to marble bathrooms." Full review
U.S. News & World Report1.0
"Lovers of the Ritz-Carlton brand are very much impressed by the Sarasota, Florida, version. Even though they've come to expect top-notch service, plush rooms and classy ambiance from..." Full review
Travel + Leisure "For visitors seeking luxury, The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota offers access to an on-site spa, a championship-level golf course, and the exclusive Beach Club on nearby Lido Key"
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Barefoot Bay Resort and Marina
Frommer's
Rough Guide
401 East Shore Drive, Clearwater, FL 33767
From $100/night
- Free Internet
- Laundy Room
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
- Dry Cleaning
Frommer's "A family-owned-and-operated motel on the bay, Barefoot Bay offers clean, comfortable apartment-like accommodations at great prices." Full review
Rough Guide "This small, family-owned hotel, perched on Clearwater Bay, offers a variety of brightly painted rooms with fridge and microwave. $80."
