Located on the bay in central Sarasota the resort offers a spa center and access to a nearby private beach and outdoor pool. All rooms feature private balconies. All rooms at the The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota are spacious and air-conditioned. They come equipped with a marble-trimmed bathroom and private balcony overlooking the bay or city. Each guestroom also has a work desk. Guests have access to the exclusive Ritz-Carlton Beach Club located just 3 miles from the hotel on the white sandy beaches of Lido Key. It features a private beach comfortable lounge chairs a gulf-front zero-entry heated swimming pool hot tub and elevated Ladies and Gentlemen's changing facilities. Free shuttle service is provided to and from the Beach Club for resort guests. Guests will also have access to The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club an award-winning Tom Fazio designed par-72 golf course. Also available to guests is the newly renovated Ritz-Carlton Spa harnessing the power of its lush Floridian surrounds to offer a revitalizing escape. Discover the soothing ways marine ingredients can remineralize the skin or how lavender crystals can encourage inner tranquility. Locally sourced ingredients innovative techniques and luxurious treatment rooms facilitate the restoration of mind and body. Guest can choose from an extensive menu of body treatments facials massages and beauty services. The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota features an array of in-house dining options. Restaurants include Jack Dusty Ridley’s Porch The Lido Key Tiki Bar The Golf Club Grille and Rufa. The hotel is just 4 miles from the Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport.