We are planning a trip here in December. Is a car necessary, or are most things easily accessible by short cab ride or walking? Thank you in advance.

There's not much to walk to. It is a resort hotel and is meant to keep you there, frankly. It is about a 20 minute drive to the center of Naples where the "trendy" and "hot" restaurants are. But a taxi is a possibility. There aren't many of them in Naples, but you can get one from the Ritz.

Thanks Patrick. I guess we will be renting a car!

I can't think of anything within walking distance of the Ritz. If you plan on staying at the Ritz most of the time, use a cab on the few occasions you will venture out. If you plan on going out and about every day, rent a car.

There are a few places within walking distance Da Ru Ma Japanese steak house , Turtle Club seafood and steaks great sunset location for dinner or drinks .Sea Witch seafood /pasta .For cheap eats the Light House . Big dipper deli( breakfast deli and ice cream ) there also is the Naples trolly that will take you all over Naples. Just 2 miles from The RC in the Pavilion shopping center Bha! Bha! Persian Bistro , Angelos Italian & Pizza, China Pavillion Spectators sports Bar Pub food .the RC also has a shuttle that will take to to the other RC Golf and Spa About 4 miles from the RC on Vanderbilt Drive .

I took a cab from the Hotel Escalante (downtown Naples) to the Ritz Carlton. It was about a 25.00 cab ride not including the tip.

Yes, Ferragamo, taxis are outrageously expensive in Naples.
But car rentals are available for around $30 or even less per day.

Another walk-to place from the Ritz --- the very casual and small Buzz's Lighthouse on the Bay side for great Grouper Rueben Sandwiches. I just had one there Sunday!!

After your warning Patrick about "cocktails". I considered that an inexpensive way to enjoy good Champagne watching the beautiful sunset over the ocean at the Ritz outdoor bar. That is one thing in Naples not to miss.

Thanks for the help. All excellent suggestions!