The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

175-room Ritz-Carlton on a barrier island off Florida's northeastern coast, opened 1991 and renovated 2018.

The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island sits on a barrier island off Florida's northeastern coast, part of the state's First Coast region. The property opened in 1991 and underwent renovation in 2018. The 175 rooms include suites with ocean views, and the property runs the Ritz-Carlton service template at f

Key Features

• Oceanfront location
• Full-service spa
• Multiple dining options
• Golf and tennis facilities
• Outdoor pool
• Kids club services
• Meeting and event spaces

Dining

• Salt
• Coast
• Tidewater Grill
• The Lobby Bar

Signature Experience

Ocean-view mornings from the barrier island's Atlantic-facing rooms — the First Coast angle gives a different Florida coastal character than the state's southern resort clusters.

Accolades

Ranked No. 6 on the Travel + Leisure Worlds Best Awards 2024 list of Top Hotels, Floridas Leading Wedding Hotel 2024

Vibe: Barrier-Island, Family-Friendly, First-Coast, Ritz-Carlton-Service

Featured In Our Collections

The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island is featured in 6 of our curated collections:

When to Visit Amelia Island

Best time: September and October are ideal for ultra-luxury travel due to pleasant weather and fewer crowds.

Demand: Luxury travellers typically see high demand from March to August.

Pricing: Ultra-luxury property pricing peaks during the high season from March to August.

Insider tip: Consider booking private beach cabanas or exclusive dining during the shoulder season.

Avoid: Avoid the summer months of July and August due to high humidity and crowded beaches.

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