The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island occupies a prime location on a 13-mile stretch of pristine island coastline. All of its 444 guest rooms have views of the ocean or the coast, including 43 Club rooms, 42 spacious suites, and two Presidential suites. Each unit features either a king bed or two queens, a private balcony, a marble bath, and wireless Internet access.

Among the many facilities on the premises are an 18-hole PGA championship golf course, tennis courts, a fitness center, indoor and outdoor heated pools with whirlpool tubs, a full-service beauty salon, and several retail gift shops. The Ritz-Carlton Spa has hammocks, relaxation lounges, an adult spa pool, saunas, and steam rooms. Over 35,000 square feet of event space is available, plus an Executive Business Center and a number of outdoor venues that can be used for functions.

The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island has four restaurants on site: Salt with its seasonal menu; the seaside bistro called Café 4750; Eight Sports Lounge offering pub grub and flat screen televisions; and the Ocean Bar & Grill specializing in fresh seafood. The Lobby Lounge also serves snacks as well as cocktails.

The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island is located at 4750 Amelia Island Parkway, Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034. The entire hotel is smoke-free. Pets other than service animals are not allowed. Parking is by valet only at a rate of $17 per night.