Fodor's Expert Review The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee

This luxurious family-friendly resort on Lake Oconee offers a variety of outdoor activities and is a haven for golfers, with five championship courses to choose from. If rest and relaxation is what you’re after, there’s also a full-service spa, fine dining, indoor and outdoor pools, and lots of outdoor spaces where you can pause and take in the sunset. There's also a nightly bonfire where you can perfect your marshmallow-roasting skills. Reminiscent of a country lodge, the hotel offers all the amenities you would expect from a high-end brand but with a touch of Southern hospitality. Service is warm and friendly. The recently renovated rooms, most with balconies, are spacious and well appointed. Club level is available for those who really want to splurge.