The Best Oceanfront Naples, Florida, Hotels

Located on a three-mile stretch of powder-white sand, The Ritz-Carlton is Naples’ most pampering resort.

This Grande Dame resort delivers a truly luxurious beach vacation, with every amenity guests could need—and then some. Beyond the beach, the hotel counts a 51,000-square-foot-spa, state-of-the-art entertainment lounge, several stylish restaurants, and impeccable service on its list of appeals.

Contemporary guest rooms are outfitted with luxurious featherbeds and 400-count Egyptian cotton sheets, and almost all of them offer private balconies and prime sunset views. But most time will be spent outdoors, lounging by the two oceanfront pools, including a children’s splash pool and Junior-Olympic adults-only pool, or on the beach, where cabana service and water sports (including parasailing and paddleboarding) are offered. Guests have their choice of several excellent restaurants, such as Gumbo Limbo, with its top-notch seafood and craft cocktails. Dusk is another favorite, thanks to its sushi bar and intimate fire pits overlooking the ocean.

When it comes to a family beach vacation, it doesn’t get better than the Edgewater, with its seven-mile beach and fully-equipped suites. 

Just a few minutes' drive from Old Naples, The Edgewater’s laid-back atmosphere makes it a hit with families. Children have free rein at the two outdoor pools, which feature royal blue-striped umbrellas and a poolside snack bar serving a great kid’s menu. Another plus: The beach is steps away, and the "activity hut" offers ample water activities, including kayaking and paddle-boarding. (For a special day on the water, families can arrange a water sports and fishing excursion followed by dinner on the beach, featuring their day’s catches prepared by the hotel chefs.)

Spacious suites are designed with coastal-chic decor (lots of beige, blue, and green), and each boasts a private balcony. Families will appreciate the variety of suite configurations, including some with full stoves and dishwashers. Adult-friendly amenities include in-room spa treatments, beach yoga, and a wellness program with workshops, guest speakers, and a "wellness happy hour" (complete with healthy snacks and cocktails) on the beach.

This boutique hotel wins the award for beachy romance, thanks to its European-inspired design, stylish fusion restaurant, and lovely beach (located one block away).  

Reminiscent of a Tuscan villa, the Escalante is Naples’ answer to a stylish boutique hideaway. Romantic elements abound at the hotel, starting with the gorgeously manicured grounds, where leafy terraces and trickling fountains lead to a tropical flower-lined pool. Rooms are likewise couple-friendly, outfitted with mahogany furniture, gold mirrors, and contemporary art, along with luxurious linens and Gilchrist & Soames bath products. Each room has French doors opening to a private, leaf-covered patio, where couples massages and private candlelit dinners can be arranged.

Evenings can be spent at Veranda E, a French-Asian fusion restaurant with dishes like Kung Pao seafood and venison tartare. The poolside restaurant is a favorite for its top-notch wine list and romantic atmosphere of twinkling string lights.

Guests come to La Playa for the lush golf course but stay for the barefoot dining and romantic atmosphere.

With a gorgeous beachfront setting on Naples’ northern end, La Playa is all about laid-back luxury. Guests may think they have stumbled onto a Caribbean island, between the hotel’s bright yellow facade, thatched-roof Tiki bar, trickling fountains, and lush tropical flowers at every turn. 

Rooms, many of which are newly renovated, offer ocean views and plenty of natural light, with jewel-toned pillows and four-poster beds complementing the otherwise traditional decor. Guests spend their days in a blue-and-white striped cabana by the pool or beach or indulging in expert treatments (Biotec facials, Balinese massages, clay wraps) at the excellent SpaTerre. Many guests come for the 18-hole, Robert Cupp-designed golf course, which boasts rolling hills and plentiful water features, and is reserved for guests and club members only. 

Located on Naples’ buzzing Fifth Avenue, this Mediterranean-style hotel puts visitors right in the action (within walking distance of the beach).

The Inn on Fifth has a decidedly cosmopolitan appeal, from its chandelier-topped lobby to its swanky rooftop complete with a hot tub twinkling lights. Due to its bustling location, the hotel is ideal for travelers looking to experience Naples’ downtown scene. But there are a few noteworthy amenities on-site, including a sizable outdoor pool and Spa on Fifth, where reflexology, body wraps, and "miracle facials" are welcome antidotes to late-night revelry. 

Rooms are outfitted with marble bathrooms, rattan furniture, and French doors opening to Juliet balconies or furnished terraces. The nicest rooms are found at the Club Level, a boutique-within-a-boutique across the street, which offers guests a continental breakfast and cocktails. The on-site Truluck’s restaurant is a local institution, thanks to its excellent stone crab and handsome piano bar.

This intimate, family-owned hotel has been a Naples institution since the ’60s.

Located on the beach and surrounded by tropical gardens, the Vanderbilt is a breath of fresh air compared to the larger corporate resorts in the area. The hotel is Florida-chic through and through, filled with sunny yellow walls, wicker furniture, and colorful floral prints. Accommodations range from one-bedroom beachfront suites to condo-style accommodations, which offer multiple bathrooms, spacious living areas, full kitchens, and screened lanais. 

Guests can be found meandering through the hotel’s lovely orchid garden, sunning by the heated pool and beach, or exploring off-property thanks to the complimentary bikes on offer. Not to be missed is Turtle Club, the local-approved restaurant with barefoot dining and a selection of aged rums.

This sun-drenched B&B offers an unbeatable price tag for its central location and Florida charm.

Set off Naples’ Fifth Avenue, the Lemon Tree Inn surrounds a lovely courtyard and gazebo, where coffee and pastries are served daily. Guests can bike to the beach, which is just a few blocks away, but the pool is delightful in its own right, surrounded by colorful gardens and Adirondack chairs. Rooms are freshly decorated, with exposed-beam ceilings, four-poster beds, and crisp linens, and several rooms have furnished porches opening to the garden. While there is no spa or gym, guests are within walking distance of all of Naples’ best restaurants and sites.