Fresh flowers and aromatic scents create an atmosphere of refined relaxation throughout this luxury property. Guests can enjoy cuisine at one of five restaurants before taking the shuttle to the private beach club. Two outdoor pools provide recreation options between spa treatments and sunset views.
Located on the waterfront, The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota is in Central Sarasota, a neighborhood in Sarasota. St. Armands Circle and Mall at University Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. Sarasota Jungle Gardens and Mote Science Education Aquarium are not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours. Visit our Sarasota travel guide
1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL, 34236
What's nearby
Marina Jack
9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Sarasota Opera House
11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Bayfront Park
12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Getting around
Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ)
8 min drive
Restaurants
Marina Jack
11 min walk
Ocean Prime Sarasota
6 min walk
Bridges Restaurant
5 min walk
Starbucks
8 min walk
Evoq Sarasota
3 min walk
About this property
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
Luxury hotel near Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Located close to Marina Jack and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota provides a golf course, a marina, and a beach bar. With a nearby private beach, beachfront dining, and beach cabanas, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a hot stone massage, a manicure/pedicure, and a body treatment at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Sarasota, the onsite spa. At the 5 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and American cuisine. Yoga classes and fitness classes are offered at the 24-hour health club; other things to do include kayaking and fishing. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a terrace and shopping on site.
You'll also find perks like:
2 outdoor pools along with cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
Full breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and 2 outdoor tennis courts
Valet parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
A computer station, ATM/banking services, and beach umbrellas
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 276 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Pillowtop mattresses, down comforters, and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Designer toiletries, shower/tub combinations, and hair dryers
How much does it cost to stay at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota?
As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota on Nov 22, 2026 start from $698, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota pet-friendly?
Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 30 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 250 per stay and a fee of USD 20.00 per accommodation, per night. A cleaning fee of USD 250.00 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking?
Valet parking is available for USD 55 per night.
What time is check-in at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota located?
Located in Central Sarasota, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and Marina Jack. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and St. Armands Circle are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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The staff at the Ritz Carlton are simply amazing. From the reception staff to the valet to housekeeping the people are simply phenomenal. The hotel and amenities are all 5 star. Our room was modern luxurious and comfortable. The beach club is unique and incredible. Loved our stay and loved the Ritz.
I had an excellent experience from the moment I arrived at the hotel. The staff were incredibly polite, friendly, and welcoming. I immediately felt comfortable and at home. Thank you for making my stay such a warm and pleasant experience!
All staff were wonderful and helpful. It was nice to be able to walk to dinner in the evening. We enjoyed the location.
However, the pool towels and chair covers were old and had holes. There was a large clump of hair in the drain of the beach pool. Resort pool had some scum floating on top. Both pools were super hot and not refreshing. For the luxury hotel name you would think a chiller could be installed.
Great location and a quick shuttle ride to the beautiful Lido beach. The staff at the beach club were great, especially Lea! I went for a girls trip but definitely couples and family friendly. I will definitely be back.
We had a lovely time staying at the Ritz Sarasota. Everything was good. I wouldn’t say excellent, but very good. We have stayed at many Ritz Carlton hotels and felt the Sarasota Ritz was not up to the same level of service as the other hotels we have stayed at before. Overall, the hotel was clean and the beach club was great!
The property was beautiful and staff was very nice. I do wish there were more options for food onsite as well as the rooms were pretty small and we were on the 9th floor so I was a bit surprised (no room fridge). We did have a wonderful time just wasn’t as “resort” like as I expected.
Professional, friendly and knowledgeable staff. I was impressed to see many of the same staff from my visit four years ago, including vallet, Bellman, food service, and concierge. This says that the Ritz Carlton treats their employees well and in turn their customer service is top notch.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Elizabeth
Jan 11, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff. Wonderful details. Love the shuttle to the amazing private beach club
Lovely hotel, the attention from staff was excellent. I really enjoyed their delicious food and amazing views. The beach club was an excellent add on to my stay. The pool was amazing and the private beach was stunning!!
Such a welcoming environment with great amenities. The beach club is also phenomenal and all of the staff at both the hotel and beach club were wonderful.