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Naples Grande Beach Resort
An 18-story Gulf-view resort set among mangroves, offering tram rides along a boardwalk to the beach.
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84
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Exceptional
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Naples Grande Beach Resort is a high-rise property situated between the mangroves and the Gulf of Mexico. Guests consistently praise the elevated water views from tower balconies and the convenient boardwalk shuttle out to the shore. However, reviewers frequently complain about extra fees for beach umbrellas on top of resort charges, alongside occasional maintenance frustrations like leaking faucets and worn fixtures. 19169
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What travelers noticed
- Higher-floor rooms in the 18-story tower provide sweeping views of the Gulf of Mexico from private balconies. 14919
- A dedicated tram shuttle operates along the boardwalk through the mangroves to take guests to the beach. 16
- Housekeeping maintains clean accommodations, and guests consistently find the beds comfortable. 19
- Recreation staff and the pro shop earn praise for efficient tennis instruction and high-energy clinics. 4
The catch
- While some guests appreciate spacious bathrooms with double sinks and separate tubs, others find them dated with bog-standard granite countertops and basic showerheads. 1419
- Some guests enjoy the coastal dining options, whereas others feel the menu is limited to standard quick-service foods like sandwiches, fries, and wings. 9
Who it's for
- — Travelers prioritizing high-floor Gulf views
- — Tennis enthusiasts wanting pro shop clinics
- — Guests happy to ride a boardwalk tram to the sand
Skip it if
- — Travelers annoyed by add-on charges like beach umbrella fees
- — Guests wanting walkable dining outside the property without a car
- — Anyone expecting fully modernized bathroom fixtures
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“the bathrooms were a very good size certainly appropriate for showering and cleaning off the sand from the beach when yo…”
youtube.com0:53“the closets are a good size especially if you're going to be here for a couple of days you know afford a Beach vacation…”
youtube.com1:18“decks are lovely good size you can sit outside everybody has a good view and it's particularly nice at night when you ca…”
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Ways to book
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$359est. per night
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$374est. per night
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$374est. per night
Estimated range: $365–$531
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Score breakdown
How the 84/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
87read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “The bathroom was spacious, featuring a large walk-in shower, a separate bath, and double sinks.” 19
Location
90read from 1 source · Deep coverage
Room
84read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “Rooms at Naples Grande Beach Resort The resort has a total of 474 rooms, made up of 395 guest rooms, 29 suites, and 50 Garden Villas, which are located next to the main tower. We stayed in a Signature Gulf View Room on the 18th floor, the very top of the tower, and the views were incredible.” 19
- “We stayed in a Signature Gulf View Room on the 18th floor, the very top of the tower, and the views were incredible. We loved everything about our room but the highlight for me was the doors that opened up onto our balcony complete with comfortable chairs.” 19
Service
87read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “I worked extensively with Paulo and Donald who gave excellent instruction and ran efficient and challenging clinics. They were friendly, alert and had high energy (even when they had been on the Courts all day).” 4
- “Housekeeping kept everything spotless during our stay, and the beds were extremely comfortable - just what we needed after busy days out and about.” 19
Bed & Sleep
87read from 1 source · Deep coverage
Nothing quotable yet on this one — the score leans on the rest of the coverage.
Value
77read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “Have you looked at Opal Edgewater Beach? Nice and quiet, private beach. Still pricey but should be less than Ritz in Marco” 18
- “Overall, I admit that I did enjoy the time there, it is a great place to unwind and relax, but I would not recommend it for travelers on a budget. Although I appreciated the amenities the hotel offers, I do believe it to be overpriced.” 9
Where it is, how to reach it
475 Seagate Drive
Naples, Florida
34103 USA
Details checked 2026-08-30
Where it sits
Naples Grande Beach Resort and the 1 other hotel we cover in Naples. Hover a marker for the hotel; click to open it.
What’s nearby
Landmarks and transport around Naples Grande Beach Resort. Distances are straight-line, so walking times are approximate.
- The Baker Museum — 9 min walk · 0.7 km
- Southwest Florida International AirportRSW — 35 min drive · 35 km
Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
Trails its peers
Falls short of what $$$ usually buys
Scores 8 points below the upscale median of 92, across 391 hotels in the same bracket.
Price bracket
$$$
Upscale
- This hotel
- 84
- Bracket median
- 92
- Index median
- 90
Based on 391 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
What reviewers say about where to sleep inside this building — by room number where one is named, and otherwise by floor, wing, aspect and position. Every line opens onto the quotes behind it.
Ask for
- 2 mentions
- 1 mention
Avoid
No location within the hotel draws repeated complaints yet.
Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
Noise
80
Room
59
Service
54
Food
50
Value
13
Location
11
View the 64 things travelers said behind this verdict▾
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Location6 mentions
- “In this case, the Hilton on Marco is much more walkable and has stuff all around it that doesn't require a car. That's what I meant.” 16
- “Accommodations are spacious-the largest in Naples-and take design inspiration from its coastal location.” 15
- “In this case, the Hilton on Marco is much more walkable and has stuff all around it that doesn't require a car.” 16
- “Most of the 474 classically decorated rooms and suites are located in the main 18-story building, and those on higher floors have lovely views of the Gulf.” 14
- “The resort is in a perfect location.” 4
- “Edgewater better option due to location and beach” 16
Food13 mentions
- “Rhode's End restaurant offers items such as burgers, sandwiches, gyros and salads, and $18 for a sandwich 😮 oh my.” 9
- “The restaurants are delicious and the scene is pretty chill... compared to the east coast hustle and bustle you will find it nice and quiet.” 18
- “The Ritz Carlton has an absolutely amazing spa (renovated after Ian) so if you plan to spoil the wife with a spa treat that is the place to do it. The restaurants are delicious and the scene is pretty chill...” 18
- “I must say that I did enjoy my breakfast at Aura, it was tasty and filling, unlike the sandwich I had the night before at the Mantra, that tasted like the coleslaw was spoiled.” 9
- “Aura restaurant serves internationally-inspired coastal cuisine using local and sustainable ingredients for some of the best dining in Naples, FL at a premier luxury resort.” 5
- “https://www.naplesbayresort.com/faqs?utm_source=chatgpt.com It isn't on the beach, but it's a very nice property with a great pool. There are two fabulous restaurants located on the property, Blackbird Asian and Nosh on Naples Bay.” 18
- “What I can say: Ritz Carlton has some amazing restaurants, including some new ones from post-Ian repairs.” 18
- “Grab a drink at the lobby lounge, sit down to a tasty breakfast at Aura Restaurant or head to The Catch of the Pelican for a delicious dinner of steak and seafood.” 15
- “La Playa has a restaurant called Baleen, which is consistently a highly rated restaurant.” 18
- “Ritz Carlton has some amazing restaurants, including some new ones from post-Ian repairs.” 18
- “The food choice maybe debatable, but from my perspective there was not a lot of choices. The menu consist mostly of quick-service type foods such as sandwiches, wings, fries, and sushi.” 9
- “The resort offers an excellent selection of dining options, along with 24-hour room service for those who don't want to leave their rooms.” 14
- “Hilton Marco was LOVELY!! Right on the beach - super easy to just walk and have them set up chairs and umbrellas, breakfast at the hotel was great, food options across the way were awesome, and my daughter loved the pool and the mermaid that visited on Saturday.” 16
Service22 mentions · 1 filmed
- “I've taken the time to write this review because of my personal experience of every person...present at this resort, whenever needed, just there in the wallpaper, so to speak.” 20
- “Overall, a great place to stay. We spent 3 days for a work meeting and this hotel was so accommodating. The suites were spacious and clean.” 20
- “Housekeeping kept everything spotless during our stay, and the beds were extremely comfortable - just what we needed after busy days out and about.” 19
- “Once an easy-to-spot Waldorf Astoria affiliate, these days this independent offers a slightly scaled-down, less pretentious take on style and service.” 3
- “The staff is organized, welcoming and instantly makes you feel at home.” 4
- “The costs were so high, that many of them were barely breaking even after paying rent and other costs that were incurred in order to work there. These people were absolutely wonderful, worked their asses off, and were some of the most service oriented people you'll ever come across.” 18
- “the bathrooms were a very good size certainly appropriate for showering and cleaning off the sand from the beach when you get back” On camera20:53
- “All our events went off perfectly, even with weather disturbances. The staff was also professional and friendly.” 20
- “During our 5 night stay at both resorts, we found the rooms to be incredibly comfortable and service left nothing to be desired.” 8
- “Scheduling was super easy and the pro shop went above and beyond to assist us.” 4
- “I worked extensively with Paulo and Donald who gave excellent instruction and ran efficient and challenging clinics. They were friendly, alert and had high energy (even when they had been on the Courts all day).” 4
- “No more. We find the service there to be subpar given how much they charge. Way too many rooms and guests. The running joke in the family is that they should call it "Hotel No" because any time we asked for something or some help it was always "No".” 18
- “The conditioning is what you would expect from a private country club, and the service matches it.” 8
- “I like the naples grande but it's kind of in a shitty area if you don't want to drive around. I think the Hilton might be better for staying on property and/or near it.” 16
- “We used to go to the Ritz on the Gulf a lot (thanks to Bonvoy points) as opposed to Ritz Tiburon. No more. We find the service there to be subpar given how much they charge. Way too many rooms and guests. The running joke in the family is that they should call it "Hotel No" because any time we asked for something or some help it was always "No".” 18
- “In addition to being unimpeachably polite, the trolley drivers can entertain with stories of the area and things to do should you leave the property.” 1
- “Check-in was smooth and friendly. Despite the resort being busy over the holiday weekend, there were plenty of staff on hand and we were checked in within minutes.” 19
- “our pro was Hanane and we requested her for every drill or lesson we took by my entire family. She was professional, upbeat and creative in teaching us. She is a gem and do not lose her.” 4
- “Naples Grande does not have a beach you can walk to from hotel. It does have a nice tram/shuttle that takes you on boardwalk to beach.” 16
- “The staff was also professional and friendly. Great views and lovely walk to the beach.” 20
- “The tennis staff (Daniel and Hanane) create a great atmosphere of friendliness and go out of their way to introduce as many players to each other as possible.” 4
- “When I arrived, the front desk staff was super nice, welcoming and helpful.” 4
Room10 mentions
- “Rooms at Naples Grande Beach Resort The resort has a total of 474 rooms, made up of 395 guest rooms, 29 suites, and 50 Garden Villas, which are located next to the main tower. We stayed in a Signature Gulf View Room on the 18th floor, the very top of the tower, and the views were incredible.” 19
- “From our seventh floor balcony, we had a great view of the gulf of Mexico, with some obstruction, but nonetheless still a beautiful view. We were even able to glance parts of Fort Myer's Beach from the balcony, and it was also a great place to see the sunset.” 9
- “Big bonus: every room has a direct Gulf view and a private balcony with plush seating.” 15
- “The first visit we stayed in a standard room and the second time a suite (very spacious).” 4
- “Unlike many visitors, I came here on business rather than on holiday, but it's a great hotel; even though I wasn't on holiday I enjoyed sitting on the balcony in my room.” 20
- “For the money you spend, you won't find a free bottle of water anywhere. You can, though, pay $9/bottle for Evian that's stocked in your room fridge.” 18
- “We stayed in a Signature Gulf View Room on the 18th floor, the very top of the tower, and the views were incredible. We loved everything about our room but the highlight for me was the doors that opened up onto our balcony complete with comfortable chairs.” 19
- “All rooms and suites have chic, modern decor, with a mix of tile and carpeted floors plus gray accent walls, blue bolster cushions and bed runners, and light-wood dressers and desks.” 14
- “When we first checked into our room, on one of the beds the sheet had a brown mark on it which we think was a sign of it being dirty, we called the front desk and we were able to get someone to come and change the sheets.” 9
- “The room had two queen beds, ideal for a family of four, and was modern, clean, and spacious at around 465 square feet, with plenty of space for luggage after two weeks travelling around Florida.” 19
Noise2 mentions
- “The current property offers 474 guest rooms, three pools, six restaurants, and a spa. Our large-size room was quiet, and the only noise poolside came from kids enjoying the iconic water slide.” 1
- “There's only been one working elevator in the main tower since Hurricane Ian. The main tower is thirteen floors iirc, and guests have had to resort to climbing up the stairs at times when the line for elevator is more than 20 minutes long.” 18
Value9 mentions
- “Overall, I admit that I did enjoy the time there, it is a great place to unwind and relax, but I would not recommend it for travelers on a budget. Although I appreciated the amenities the hotel offers, I do believe it to be overpriced.” 9
- “Also while browsing around on the website during our booking it showed that they offered complimentary dining as part of the Florida residence pricing, but when we called the receptions desk the first morning there to ask if we had the complimentary breakfast, without even looking it up the person that picked up advise that there is no complimentary breakfast, almost like a brush off.” 9
- “The rooms are also very outdated and a lot of them have issues with leaking faucets, broken doors and general annoyances that shouldn't exist for the price you pay to stay there.” 18
- “Have you looked at Opal Edgewater Beach? Nice and quiet, private beach. Still pricey but should be less than Ritz in Marco” 18
- “A three-mile beach, but it's a 15-minute walk from the resort, and umbrellas cost a steep daily fee” 14
- “with loungers included, although umbrellas were an additional $19 charge, which felt like something that should really be included in the resort fee.” 19
- “I've looked into JW Marriot Marco Island, Ritz-Carlton, and Las Playa. They are damn pricey.” 18
- “Steep daily fee for umbrellas at the beach” 14
- “The amount of disgruntled guests I came across that felt they were misled was astounding. It's very pricey to stay there, and there are added resort fees, valet fees etc that aren't always made clear while booking.” 18
Bathroom1 mention
- “The bathroom was spacious, featuring a large walk-in shower, a separate bath, and double sinks.” 19
View1 mention
- “The view is one of the best you'll find in Naples, but if you do decide to stay there, please read up about them on Trip Advisor and Google.” 18
What we still don't know
What we can’t tell you yet, said plainly. These close as we read more coverage of this hotel.
- No reviewer has named an individual room number here yet.
- Nothing reliable said about room types.
- Nothing reliable said about which side it faces.
- Nothing reliable said about view.
- Nothing reliable said about position on the floor.
- 12 sources carry no publication date, so we cannot tell how current they are.
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- 19Naples Grande Beach Resort Reviewyouneedtovisit.co.ukReview site2025-09-08Recent10 quotes used
“Rooms at Naples Grande Beach Resort The resort has a total of 474 rooms, made up of 395 guest rooms, 29 suites, and 50 Garden Villas, which are located next to the main tower. We stayed in a Signature Gulf View Room on…”
Read originalyouneedtovisit.co.uk - 1Naples Grande Beach Resort: Surprisingly Family-Friendly ...mommypoppins.comReview site2025-08-05Recent2 quotes used
“The current property offers 474 guest rooms, three pools, six restaurants, and a spa. Our large-size room was quiet, and the only noise poolside came from kids enjoying the iconic water slide.”
Read originalmommypoppins.com - 18Which Resort? : r/Naples_FLreddit.comForum thread2025-06-22Recent21 quotes used
“The restaurants are delicious and the scene is pretty chill... compared to the east coast hustle and bustle you will find it nice and quiet.”
Read originalreddit.com - 16Naples Grande Beach Resort or Hilton Marco Island?reddit.comForum thread2024-09-11Ageing7 quotes used
“In this case, the Hilton on Marco is much more walkable and has stuff all around it that doesn't require a car. That's what I meant.”
Read originalreddit.com - 14Naples Grande Beach Resort Reviewoyster.comReview site2024-08-11Ageing6 quotes used
“Most of the 474 classically decorated rooms and suites are located in the main 18-story building, and those on higher floors have lovely views of the Gulf.”
Read originaloyster.com - 9Naples Grande Beach Resort, Is It Worth It? -whileiamtraveling.comReview site2022-04-21Ageing7 quotes used
“Rhode's End restaurant offers items such as burgers, sandwiches, gyros and salads, and $18 for a sandwich 😮 oh my.”
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