Condé Nast Traveler readers have spoken: They are big fans of these two Naples resorts
As far as feathers in the cap go for Naples hotels and resorts getting national and international recognition, it's getting a little crowded.
Yes, it might be time for a new cap after the latest accolade.
The Naples Grande Beach Resort and LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort have been recognized by Condé Nast Traveler's as two of its Top-15 resorts in Florida based on results of its annual Reader's Choice Awards. The list was revealed on Thursday (Oct. 5).
According to a press release: "More than 520,000 Condé Nast Traveler readers submitted responses rating their travel experiences across the globe to offer a comprehensive look at the places they eagerly anticipate revisiting. The Readers' Choice Awards, with their unparalleled legacy as the travel industry's longest-running and most prestigious accolades, remain the ultimate symbol and acknowledgment of excellence within the travel sector."
The Four Seasons Resort in Palm Beach earned No. 1 status on the list with a score of 99.11 (out of 100).
Needless to say it's something to celebrate for the teams at LaPlaya and the Naples Grande. LaPlaya is No. 12 (95.57 points) on the list and Naples Grande is No. 14 (93.83 points).
“It is an honor to have been recognized by Condé Nast Traveler Readers as a top resort in Florida,” said Melinda Hutchins, Director of Sales & Marketing at Naples Grande Beach Resort. “We are extremely thankful for our regular guests who come back year after year, and attribute their loyalty to our wonderful resort team who provide genuine guest service and attention to make every detail of every stay special.”
Two Lee County resorts made the list − Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa in Bonita Springs (No. 8) and the Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina on Fort Myers Beach (No. 15).
Where is the Naples Grande Beach Resort?
The Naples Grande Beach Resort is located at 475 Seagate Dr. in Naples.
What to know about the Naples Grande Beach Resort
The resort has 474 guest rooms including 29 gulf view suites and 50 Garden Villas plus more than 83,000 square feet of meeting and event space.
Every tower guestroom features a private balcony with direct views of the Gulf.
Guests of the hotel have access to seven on-site restaurants and bars, three heated outdoor pools, a full-service luxury spa, golf course, an 8,000-square-foot fitness center, business center and an award-winning tennis facility with 15 courts.
The property is surrounded by 200 acres of a protected mangrove estuary intertwined with a system of bridges and elevated walking paths that afford access to three miles of beachfront on the Gulf of Mexico.
The property is also immediately proximate to the renowned Waterside Shops, Southwest Florida’s most luxurious shopping mall.
Where is LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort?
The LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort is located at 9891 Gulf Shore Dr. in Naples.
What Condé Nast said about LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort
This beachfront resort is a "classic Florida beauty filled with easy elegance." Baleen serves dinner inside or outside by the ocean and has "delicious, well-prepared Gulf Coast food and service." Staff are "attentive and willing to help in any situation that may arise." The "impeccably kept grounds" include coconut palms, tiki torches, and a fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs. The Bob Cupp–designed golf course is "the best in Florida—and I have played many." Choose a Gulf Tower room with a balcony to watch "the memorable sunsets."
What other Florida resorts made the Condé Nast list?
Acqualina Resort & Residences on the Beach - Sunny Isles Beach
Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa - Bonita Springs
PGA National Resort - Palm Beach
LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort - Naples
WaterColor Inn - Santa Rosa
This article originally appeared on Fort Myers News-Press: Condé Nast readers choice awards include two Naples Florida resorts
