Ardent golfers with a yen for luxury will find their dream vacation at Naples's most elegant golf resort. Ritz style prevails, but in a more contemporary vein than at its sister resort, the Ritz-Carlton, Naples. The lobby is done up in rich upholstery, with floor-to-ceiling windows looking out onto greens and grounds manicured like a French château's. Rooms are regal, with marble bathrooms and color schemes in shades of greens and burgundies; half of them have balconies with links views. The golf academy can help you polish your skills, and you have access to the spa, kids' program, and other amenities of the beachside Ritz-Carlton, which is nearby. Dining at Tuscan-style Lemonia is refined but casual, especially popular for Sunday brunch. The cigar bar next door is inviting, with its billiards and fireplace. Pros: great golfing; fine dining; very elegant. Cons: must take shuttle bus to beach; expensive rates; valets not as careful with cars as they should be.
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