Five Florida resorts earn spot on Condé Nast’s top resorts list. Here’s where, what makes them the best
For any Floridians looking for vacation ideas within their home state, you're in luck.
Condé Nast Traveler revealed their 36th annual Readers’ Choice Awards for the top resorts around the globe, with some Florida spots earning a nod.
In a staggering poll of over 525,000 readers, Condé Nast determined the top 50 resorts for travelers to visit on their next vacation. From the islands of the Maldives to the mountains of Appalachia, readers highlighted a wide range of destinations.
Orlando's luxury resorts dominated the survey, seeing three of its resorts taking up a spot on the list. Palm Beach County followed behind, nabbing the final two Florida spots.
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Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa — Manalapan, Florida
Seeing the 44th spot, the Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa is located on a secluded private beach in Manalapan, Florida. With "breathtaking ocean views and lush tropical gardens," Cond Nast writes that it located on the true Florida gold coast.
"Spacious accommodations offer a Capri-meets-Santorini-meets-Palm Beach vibe, and feature private balconies with hanging chairs to enjoy ocean views. The resort includes the Forbes Five-Star, award-winning 42,000 square foot Eau Spa, three Har-tru tennis courts, two pools, and outstanding child and teen clubs and programs."
The price range from $700 to $1,500, depending on type of suite and when you book your reservation. Prices might be slightly cheaper if you book on a third-party website, such as Expedia or Priceline.
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
The JW Marriot Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort takes the 40th spot on the reader's list. Located near the gates of Walt Disney World, guests can watch fireworks from their room windows.
According to their website, it features a resort pool with splash pad, specialty restaurants and a rooftop terrace boasting nightly views of the nearby Disney fireworks. It also boasts spa packages and services to help guests relax after a busy day exploring the theme parks.
Prices start at $300 and go up depending on type of suite and when you book your reservation. Prices might be slightly cheaper if you book on a third-party website.
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando
Ritz-Carlton Orlando was the 30th resort on the list, with writers applauding the massive 40,000-square-foot space's aesthetics and amenities.
"Rows of palm trees herald the entrance to the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, a towering, Italian-inspired resort where attentive staff greets you at the porte-cochère and welcomes you into the marble lobby with a glass of sparkling wine. Guest rooms are modern and subdued with private balconies and ultra-plush bedding, and the large, marble bathrooms have plush terry-cloth robes, oversize towels, and Asprey Purple Water toiletries."
It also has 40 private treatment rooms, a café, and a serene outdoor pool.
The price ranges from $550 to $1,300, depending on type of suite and when you book your reservation. Prices might be slightly cheaper if you book on a third-party website.
Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach
The Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach grabbed the 20th title on the list, making it within the top 25 of best resorts around the world. This
"Two oceanfront pools, an expansive beach, and a restaurant and bar built up in collaboration with Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco—these are the pillars of the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach. While it’s no daunting task to beautify the Florida island’s landscape, this resort takes that perfection and compounds it with stunning design and an overarching aura of enchantment."
They go on to say that the pool service is "on point," as well as the activities they offer, such as water and beach sports, cooking classes, and biking.
The price range starts at $700 and goes up depending on type of suite and when you book your reservation. Prices might be slightly cheaper if you book on a third-party website.
JW Marriott Orlando
Closest to the bottom of the list, the JW Marriott Orlando placed 12th on the list. It sits on 500 acres at the headwaters of the Florida Everglades.
"Step through the grand, marble-tiled lobby to the outdoor patio and relax with a glass of wine by the firepit. Rooms are spacious and serene, with neutral decor and pastel highlights. Business travelers will appreciate the large desk and ergonomic chair; the pillowtop mattress and superb bedding guarantee an excellent night’s sleep."
Writers also point out that it has one of the best hotel pools in Orlando. They wrote that visitors can "float past waterfalls and under bridges on the lazy river, or take a dip in one of the many onsite pools. Lounge chairs and shade umbrellas are plentiful."
The price ranges from $400 to $850, depending on type of suite and when you book your reservation. Prices might be slightly cheaper if you book on a third-party website.
This article originally appeared on Fort Myers News-Press: Orlando, Palm Beach resorts among best in the world, Condé Nast says
