The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

The good. The staff! Professional and hospitable. The junior suite was in good condition and very clean (other than a wormy-thing that got in); I did not notice the physical problems that others did. The room was very quiet; no constantly barking dog like last time. The food was mainly good, not great (11 meals over 5 days), but the service was fast and the portions were large. Beach club was great, especially beach, which was not crowded despite the hotel being full. Folks that worked at the beach were very nice. This was our third visit. Areas for improvement: 1. At more than $1,000 a night, turndown should have been easy, but was a big miss. Who wants to come back to a room after dinner and find overflowing garbage cans, wet towels and dirty plates? Called for turndown each night before we left for dinner. Night one, fine. Night two, nothing, standing order for 7 pm entered in computer. Night three, fine. Night four - called before dinner, left for dinner and found the tag saying they tried to do turndown at 5 pm (does anyone want it at 5?), so we stopped by the front desk to confirm (making that the THIRD request) and the room was skipped (reason given - the housekeeper walked in, saw that I took off the 'we missed you sign' and put it on desk, so she left). Stopped by the front desk to follow up, was told a manager would call. Never did. 2. A complicated invoice was 100% correct, until we checked out, and then two mistakes in the hotel's favor (a scam?). After two calls and 11 days, still no corrected invoice, although the credit was processed back to my credit card days ago. If I needed to submit this invoice for reimbursement, calling three times would really bother me. 3. Electrical outlet situation was poor, creating a charger left behind the bed. We immediately reported it and was told we would get a call back - never happened. 4. The bed linens for a good hotel were not good. Blanket was a thin thing stuck between two sheet, pillows were flat and old. Nothing about the bed said 'luxury'. Bath towels were fine. 5. Two shuttle drivers left hotel guests, saying they were full (they weren't). Drivers never turned around to search for empty seats - just sped away leaving seniors in the hot sun to wait an hour. One driver drove way too fast with a full bus of children not in car seats. If the beach club is full, get to shuttle early at peak times. 6. Trying to use Marriott Titanium benefits with an AmEx reservation was more difficult than it should be, and more difficult than last visit. We were given the wrong information. Thanks to Mike from Engineering for helping us set up our Roku (you need the TV remote) and for the birthday surprise. Very sweet.

Have stayed at this property a few times and each time it gets better and better. The Front Desk staff is phenomenal, they gave us a celebratory bottle of wine for our recent engagement. The Beach Club is a MUST the vibes are perfect and it is hard to find properties with these amenities in Florida. Also, very easy to walk downtown and enjoy all that Sarasota has to offer!

This hotel is a great stay! Sarasota is also a lot of fun and is a great family destination. The beach club is very fun and getting a cabana is worth it. I also recommend going for a club-level room. All in all a great stay and would absolutely go again.

We spent an unforgettable 3-day weekend at The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota for our son’s wedding, and I’m still floating. This hotel didn’t just meet expectations—it blew them out of the water. Every single moment was filled with luxury, warmth, and heartfelt hospitality. The rehearsal dinner was hosted on property and truly set the tone—it was perfection from start to finish. Gorgeous setting, outstanding service, and food that had our guests raving. The entire weekend was elevated by the Ritz's attention to detail and ability to make everyone feel like royalty. Let’s talk about the suite—because OMG. The bride and groom stayed in a Ritz-Carlton suite that was basically a mini apartment, and it was absolutely stunning. Spacious, beautifully designed, and completely flawless. I spent the day there with the bridal party, getting our hair and makeup done before the ceremony, and it couldn’t have been more perfect. Natural light, plenty of space, mirrors galore—it was like it was made for a wedding morning. Honestly, I couldn’t find one single thing wrong with it. If you’re planning a wedding here, trust me—book the suite. Our housekeeper, Patricia, deserves her own standing ovation. She was so sweet, kind, and friendly every time we saw her—just a lovely person who made our stay feel that much more special. People like Patricia are what make Ritz-Carlton more than just a hotel. Let’s not forget the breakfast game—they had eggs, biscuits, and gravy, which happen to be my absolute favorite. YUM doesn’t even begin to cover it. That southern-style comfort food hit the spot every morning and fueled our very full hearts (and schedules!). My sister, brother, and niece were totally obsessed with the Beach Club. They raved about the views, the vibe, and the top-tier service. Sadly, I couldn’t sneak away because, you know—wedding stuff! But my husband and I are already planning our return so we can relax and enjoy all the amazing amenities we didn’t get to soak in this time around. From the stellar bar staff to the breathtaking property and warm, exceptional service, The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota was the perfect backdrop for such an important family celebration. We’re forever grateful for how beautifully everything came together—and we cannot wait to return.

We had an amazing experience at the Ritz Carlton. The minute we arrived staff members were friendly and welcoming. The rooms were very clean and the housekeeping staff were terrific. Everyone we met at the hotel were incredible and made us feel at home. The grounds were meticulously kept and the views were amazing. We highly recommend this hotel! John M and family.