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The Ritz-Carlton, SarasotavsThe Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection
Both properties are highly recommended by professional travelers. On balance, The Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club scores significantly higher than The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota. The Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club comes in at #1 in Tampa Bay Area with endorsements from 10 publications like Gayot, Frommer's and Fodor's.
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
Fodor's
Jetsetter
Michelin Guide
DK Eyewitness
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Forbes Travel Guide
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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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The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection
Frommer's DK Eyewitness Star Service
Rough Guide Michelin Guide Gayot
Zagat Travel + Leisure Fodor's U.S. News & World Report Show All Reviews
501 Fifth Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
From $199/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "The city's finest hotel. Dominating the northern part of downtown, it overlooks Tampa Bay and is within walking distance of the Pier, Central Avenue, and other attractions." Full review
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If you need enough room to sit outside, request a balconied unit in the new Tower Wing.
DK Eyewitness "Within walking distance of The Pier and Central Avenue, this Meditteranean-style resort is one of the most upmarket stays in the area."
Star Service "Opposite a large park and marina, half a mile northeast of the city center, the resort has a colorful history and equally colorful design." Full review
Rough Guide "If you want to stay over in style, try this pink hotel opened in 1925 as a haven for the rich and famous."
Michelin Guide "Babe Ruth was among the celebrities who wintered at this opulent Mediterranean Revival 1925 landmark, considered one of St. Pete's architectural jewels."
Gayot "This is the place to stay if you're seeking the city's most up-market accommodations."
Zagat4.2
""Old charm" and "restored beauty" usher guests into a "historic" era of "movie-star" glamour at this "classy", "idyllic" St. Petersburg landmark."
Travel + Leisure "Venerable 1925 bay-front Mediterranean-style hotel, complete with its own 74-slip marina, in a convenient location near shopping and museums." Full review
Fodor's "Thoughtful renovations keep its yesteryear glamour and spot on the National Register of Historic Places." Full review
U.S. News & World Report1.0
"Picturesquely positioned on St. Petersburg, Florida's beautiful waterfront, The Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club has elegant and anchored boats in its sights. Travelers..." Full review
