The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

5 stars
4750 Amelia Island Parkway, 4750 Amelia Island Parkway, Amelia Island, FL 32034
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.5
out of 5
16 reviews
splendid resort

just a splendid overall experience. definitely pricier than your average hotel, but the service and... See full review

  • pbgnewbie
  • 1 Oct 2012
Doesn't get any better

Perfect place. All the staff is friendly. The room was clean and always taken care of. A bit pricey... See full review

  • SRH8
  • 27 Jun 2012
Ritzy Amelia Island luxury hotel for golfers and spa-goers
The casual, windswept atmosphere of Amelia Island meets a world of oceanfront luxury at the Ritz - Carlton, Amelia Island, where no grain of sand looks out of place. Active guests divide their days at three resort pools, 18 holes of PGA golf, on-site tennis and a fitness center. Younger guests enjoy their own recreation program. Set on a mile-and-a-half of pristine coastline, the hotel keeps guests close with a variety of restaurants, bars and cafes. Surrounding the posh hotel, natural beauty of this barrier island and its fascinating history await.

 


Highlights
  • All rooms feature private balconies with ocean views
  • On-site spa
  • Program for kids and a lounge for teens
  • Award-winning, oceanfront restaurant with more than 400 wines
  • One of the only resorts in Florida with on-property golf and a sandy beach

 


Location
The Ritz - Carlton, Amelia Island quietly claims 1.5 miles of dune-lined beachfront on 13-mile Amelia Island. Guests stroll the cobblestone streets in the heart of historic Fernandina Beach six miles away to find fine dining, interesting shops and quirky local museums.
 
Rooms
Each of the 444 well-appointed guest rooms (including 43 club rooms, 42 suites and two presidential suites) reveals a private balcony with views of the Atlantic coastline. Twice-daily maid service, 24-hour in-room dining and marble baths ease guests into instant decadence. Choose one king or two double beds with 400-thread count Egyptian cotton Frette linens and a choice of goose down or non-allergenic foam pillows. Expect nothing less than flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations and wireless Internet access (fees apply) at the Ritz - Carlton, Amelia Island.

 

Features
The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Amelia Island offers a full-service spa menu and a beauty salon. Guests choose one of several on-site restaurants including award-wining Salt with its 400-variety wine list. By day, let the hotel arrange experiences, tours and excursions, from surfing lessons and saltwater kayaking to a bike tour, history hike, nature walk or visit to a plantation built in 1798. The hotel is just minutes south of historic Fernandina Beach, a seaside village of Victorian homes, boutique shops, art galleries, antique stores and eateries.

 


Transportation
  • Jacksonville International Airport (25.3 mi/40.7 km)
  • Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport (2 mi/3.2 km)
Attractions
  • Kelly Seashore Ranch (5.5 mi/8.8 km)
  • Amelia Island Museum of History (5.8 mi/9.3 km)
  • Old Fernandina Downtown Historic area (6 mi/9.6 km)
  • The Palace, Florida's oldest saloon (7 mi/11.3 km)
  • Fort Clinch State Park (7 mi/11.3 km)
  • Kayak Amelia (10.8 mi/17.4 km)
  • Florida First Coast of Golf (26.5 mi/42.6 km)

 


Business
  • Wireless Internet available in guest rooms (fees apply)
  • Executive business center with Internet stations, fax, copy, printing, scanning, custom signs, photo printing and shipping services
  • More than 35,000 square feet of function space and several ocean-side outdoor venues
  • Event space accommodates groups up to 1,000 people

Amenities

  • High speed internet
  • FREE airport shuttle
  • Indoor pool
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Air conditioned
Smoke-free policy
Elevators
Ice machine
Activities
Indoor pool
Fitness centre or spa
Health club
Exercise gym
Sauna
Children's activities
Golf
Game room
Jogging track
Tennis
Water skiing
Picnic area/tables
Steam bath
Horseback riding
Scuba diving
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Continental breakfast
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
Lounge
Coffee shop
24 hour room service
Room service
Services
24 hour front desk
Business centre
Maid service
Laundry service
Express check in
Guest laundromat
Express checkout
Babysitting/Child services
Concierge desk
Laundry/Valet services
ATM/Cash machine
Security
Wake-up service
Safe deposit box
Meeting/banquet facilities
Car rental desk
Barber shop
Barber/Beauty shop
FAX
Video checkout
Gift shop
Currency exchange
Drugstore
Florist
Internet
High speed internet
Transportation
FREE airport shuttle
Parking
Parking
Valet parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Accessible parking
Room
DVD player
Cable or sat. TV
Radio
Cordless phone
Safe
Phone with speaker
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Mini bar
Free newspaper
Hairdryer in room
Microwave
Outlet adapters
Turndown service
Bathroom telephone
Cribs available
Fire place
In room movies
Sofa bed
Temperature control
Shower
Iron
Ironing board
Bath tub
Bidet
Wet bar

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Hotel Map

30.5921 -81.4461
Area served
Fernandina Beach
Nearby airports
Jacksonville International Airport, (JAX), 27.00, MI, NE; Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport, (FHB), 1.00, MI, SE;
Area description
Resort, Location Type: Resort

Dining

Salt, The Grill
Recipient of prestigious AAA Five Diamond Award. Sophisticated design and elegant ocean front ambiance, offering over 300 wines and featuring simple elements of earth and sea, properly seasoned, artfully prepared in a contemporary coastal setting
Cafe 4750
Cafe 4750 is relaxed Southern charm with a menu inspired by regional farms and coastal influences serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Eight Sports Lounge
Contemporary sports lounge with billiards and multiple plasma screen TV's with all of the major sports packages. After 6pm, Eight Sports Lounge is adults only and guests must be at least 21 years old

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
04:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Extra charges may apply for children. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the quoted rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (16)

Ratings and reviews for The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

Overall score

4.5 / 5
16 out of 16
Amenities:
4.5
Room cleanliness:
4.9
Hotel staff:
4.9
Room comfort:
4.8
Location:
4.9
Value:
4.2

94% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

Reviewer score

4
Want Whatibook
Hazlehurst,GA
8 Sep 2009

Fantastic weekend getaway.

Nice location, well appointed rooms. Nice place to get away.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Joe's Bistro had a very nice atmosphere and the food was very good.

Review of The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Seattle, WA
10 Aug 2009

Loved, loved, loved

Beach. Relaxed on beach

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: In Hotel

Just hang on the beach under an umbrella as much as you can

Review of The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

Reviewer score

4
Susan Robin
New York, NY
22 Apr 2009

Ritz Carlton does not disappoint

Second time we have stayed here. Not the most luxurious of the Ritz properties but still lovely, fine for a long golf weekend. Terrific breakfast buffet. Golf course is an OK resort course, not world class but very enjoyable. First rate service and a very good value (we paid roughly $200 a night).

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

JD's Chophouse in Yulee. Chuck, the bartender is a very nice guy. Generally we find the food on Amelia Island to be pretty uninspired, this is a cut above.

Review of The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Chicago, IL
3 Mar 2009

Great Escape Destination

Every single staff member we encountered at this hotel was friendly and helpful and seemed intent on making certain that we enjoyed our stay. The first room we were given - -which was huge and tastefully decorated -- had an uneven mattress. We reported it to the check-in desk, and they moved us to another room immediately. As we were leaving the room, we saw a maintenance man on the way in to fix the problem before the next guest arrived. We tried the tasting menu at the restaurant one evening, and it rated among the best we've ever had in any gormet restaurant anywhere. It's a quiet place, though -- so if you're looking for lots of nightlife and activities, this isn't the place for you. It's best for those who just want to relax. We highly recommend this spot.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short drive from hotel

Ferdinand Beach is closeby and has some nice shops.

Review of The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

Reviewer score

2
Anonymous
Business
Keswick
12 Aug 2008

Beware of the Ritz!

This Ritz is good but not in keeping with what we expected. The one pool was standing room only for adults all seven days in August. We crept along the edge agog at parents throwing their children all around us; we dodged balls, bumped up against juniors riding huge plasic porpoises and slapping noodles like weapons. The baby pool was usually empty and kids w/diapers were in our pool. We asked and were told that all of this is allowed and there are no adult swims. There is a small adult pool you can pay $25/day to use or it's free if you get a spa tx for the day. The beach was mostly too hot but we did the best we could to use it to get breaks from the noise at the pool. Nice live music a few days (guitar)and a good bar, albeit pricey. We would not go back. Make sure the Ritz you visit is really the Ritz! We hear the one in Hawaii is lovely.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
2
Holiday purpose:

Business

Shopping tip: Short drive from hotel

We enjoyed going into town (Fernandino Beach) a few late afternoons and evenings. Restaurants were good.

Review of The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
23 Apr 2008

Service With A Smile

I have traveled extensively and I am very impressed with how courteous each and every person on staff was to me each and every day. How refreshing it was to see smiling faces and a greeting ALWAYS and from EVERYONE. Besides this, the accomodations were excellent; clean, attractive, tasteful decor, good dining, quiet, and an array of activites for the young and old!I have not stopped raving about the service and hotel itself. It was a wonderful experience!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

The historic district is a short drive and although it only has but a few shops, the Espana restaurant was superb.

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