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The Ritz-Carlton, SarasotavsSafety Harbor Resort & Spa
Both hotels are praised by writers. Overall, The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota is the choice of most reviewers compared to Safety Harbor Resort & Spa, A Trademark Collection Hotel. The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota ranks #7 in Tampa Bay Area with accolades from 8 reviews such as Star Service, DK Eyewitness 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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Safety Harbor Resort & Spa
Frommer's Fodor's Michelin Guide Gayot
Oyster
105 North Bayshore Drive, Safety Harbor, FL 34695
From $101/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's "It sits on 22 waterfront acres in the sleepy town of Safety Harbor, north of St. Petersburg, with a number of shops and restaurants just steps away." Full review
Fodor's "Those who enjoy old-school pampering love this hotel's 50,000-square-foot spa, which has the latest in therapies and treatments." Full review
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Request a treatment room overlooking Tampa Bay and plan to spend a little downtime in the tranquility garden.
Michelin Guide "Built on springs sighted by Panfilo de Narvaez in 1528, this historic landmark,is one ofthe oldest US spas, and the only one in Florida with natural spring waters."
Gayot "Recognized as a historical landmark by the U.S. Department of the Interior, the resort and spa have 189 guest rooms, including four suites."
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The 172-room Safety Harbor
Resort and Spa is an upper-middle-range spa hotel built on an ancient spring
overlooking Tampa Bay" Full review
