New eras are ushered in at these three recently renovated luxury Naples hotels.
THE RITZ-CARLTON, NAPLES IS FULL OF SOPHISTICATION
Following a renovation and expansion that began in 2021, The Ritz-Carlton, Naples has unveiled a reimagined lobby, three new culinary experiences, extensive revamps of all 474 guest rooms and suites, and reinvigorated outdoor spaces. “Upon arrival, there is a sense of freshness and sophistication. The lobby is lighter and airier, with inspiration from the local flora and fauna that really give you a sense of place,” says Kristen Emory, senior director of the hotel renovation at Parker-Torres Design. “The most exciting addition is the Lobby Bar, which pays homage to decades of celebration with a champagne-forward menu.” The Vanderbilt Tower also showcases an expansive Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge with a bar and more than 70 club-level guest rooms.
THE CAPRI INN ASTOUNDS WITH ITS FRESH COASTAL STYLE
The Capri Inn, formerly the Trianon Old Naples, has been translated with a fresh coastal style. Now part of the upscale Opal Collection, the boutique-style property showcases bright palettes of blue with pops of pink, updated wainscotting and crown molding, and beach-inspired art. Communal areas are dotted with rattan-woven chairs and ivory-hued couches that encourage gathering. Guests are also treated to spacious suites—including those with balconies that overlook Downtown Naples—a quaint pool, lawn for games and complimentary bicycles.
THE VINOY RESORT & GOLF CLUB IS A RENOVATED LUXE OASIS
Almost a century after opening in 1925, The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club in St. Petersburg has completed sweeping renovations and joined Marriott Bonvoy’s lauded Autograph Collection Hotels. Rockwell Group revitalized the public spaces and guest rooms, drawing from the property’s historic details and waterside setting to create an oasis inspired by a grand beachfront residence. “Our goal was to restore the original Mediterranean Revival-style elements of the building and reinterpret them in a contemporary language,” says Francesco Bartolozzi, studio leader at Rockwell Group. “We transformed the colonnaded lobby into a crisp, grand space. The entrance was updated while still preserving the original ceramic floor, cypress beams and pilasters. We also gave guests more commanding views of the water.” Other enhancements include the historic ballrooms and meeting spaces, a spa and wellness area, and new dining options.
