The Ritz-Carlton

Location
Centrally located in Sarasota, this luxurious beach hotel offers for parents with children an ideal setting and plenty of options for entertainment.

Facilities
31 suites, 137 single rooms and 98 double rooms are located on 18 stories and can be reached by 3 elevators. Staffed 24 hours a day, the reception desk provides a smooth check-in/check-out service. Valuables can be securely locked in the safe. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on vacation. There are a number of shops as well. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional facilities include a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the parking lot. Further services and facilities include a childcare service, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a hotel shuttle bus.

Rooms
Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is included as a standard feature in some rooms. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed and a sofa bed. A safe and a minibar are also available. Additional features include a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a stereo system, a CD player and WiFi are provided as well. The daily newspaper is laid out for guests in the the rooms. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. Guests can also reserve wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment
The pleasantly heated water of the 3 outdoor pools ensures comfortable swimming. Refreshing drinks at the pool bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub offer the perfect way to unwind. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features outdoor lounge chairs and umbrellas, is time well spent. For guests who wish to keep active, tennis and golf are available. Water sports enthusiasts can enjoy windsurfing, jet skiing and sailing. Sports enthusiasts are also offered a wide range of indoor activities, including a gym, table tennis, billiards and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a beauty salon, massage treatments and a solarium. Parents can unwind while the kids can participate in an entertainment program full of fun activities.

Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. Guests can indulge their palates at 6 restaurants (non-smoking, air conditioning and high chairs). A continental breakfast gives guests many delicious reasons to rise and shine. At lunch and dinner, guests can order à la carte or choose a set menu. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available. The hotel also offers special catering options.

Payment
The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.