Vanderbilt Beach Resort
9225 Gulf Shore Dr, Naples, FL 34108-2098
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HOTEL CLASS
HOTEL STYLE
Ocean View
Quaint
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Restaurant
Beach
Bicycles available
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Valet parking
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Pool with view
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Shallow end in pool
Fence around pool
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Outdoor dining area
Water sport equipment rentals
Bowling offsite
Canoeing offsite
Fishing
Patio
Walking tours
Water park offsite
Outdoor furniture
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun umbrellas
Clothes dryer
Self-serve laundry
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Air conditioning
Private beach
Dining area
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Coffee / tea maker
Kitchenette
Cable / satellite TV
Walk-in shower
Interconnected rooms available
Private balcony
Safe
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Telephone
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Private bathrooms
Tile / marble floor
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9225 Gulf Shore Dr, Naples, FL 34108-2098
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Somewhat walkable
Grade: 51 out of 100
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I have no complaints about the resort with one exception. We were in room 47 which was in the second floor. Right below us and directly in front was the location for the I assume restaurant workers. There was constant noise from the conversations, singing and clanging of carts. It started at 7 am and did not end till 10. I do not know if management is aware of such a disturbance. Other than that, the room was spacious and clean. The chairs outside the room are a nice place to sit and watch the water. I would definitely recommend but be aware of where your room is located.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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This was my first time vacationing in Naples so obviously my first time at the Vanderbilt. I must say that I had an absolutely wonderful stay there. I booked a junior suite and stayed in Room 46. It was on the second floor and had a partial Gulf view. The room was a very nice size, very clean, updated for a beachy hotel, and had everything you needed. There was a livong room area with couches that doubled as twin beds. The kitchen area had a large fridge, stovetop, microwave, coffeepot, and all the dishes and silverware you would need. The bedroom was small with only a queen bed but it was comfy. There was no tv in the bedroom. The bathroom seemed the most updated and had lots of space and a great shower. The A/C worked well and the room was nice and dark in the morning with the shutters closed. There were a few chairs on the balcony to sit and look at the pool or Gulf. The location is perfect. This hotel is right on the beach and it literally is just steps from the water. Watching the sunset on the beach is not only breathtaking but it is also the social event of the night! Their restaurant, The Turtle Club, has outdoor seating with tables in the sand so you can eat dinner while gazing out at the Gulf or staying til the sun sets. Although I mainly just stayed on the beach, the pool was crystal clear, clean, and had that infinity pool look to it. All of the staff here was very pleasant and helpful, especially Chris, the general manager.
Besides loving the room and the beach, here are just some of the little things that stood out about this hotel:
1. The resort fee included beach chairs and umbrellas that were set up as soon as you requested them.
2. There was an automatic foot- rinsing machine by the pool to rinse off the sand. How clever! I had never seen that contraption before.
3. There is a bathroom across the street by the parking and the condos that has a full shower with towels so if you have to check out of your room but have a late flight, you can still use the beach all day and have a place to shower and freshen up.
I extended my stay during my trip because I liked this place so much. I also plan on returning in 2 weeks to celebrate my birthday.
Besides loving the room and the beach, here are just some of the little things that stood out about this hotel:
1. The resort fee included beach chairs and umbrellas that were set up as soon as you requested them.
2. There was an automatic foot- rinsing machine by the pool to rinse off the sand. How clever! I had never seen that contraption before.
3. There is a bathroom across the street by the parking and the condos that has a full shower with towels so if you have to check out of your room but have a late flight, you can still use the beach all day and have a place to shower and freshen up.
I extended my stay during my trip because I liked this place so much. I also plan on returning in 2 weeks to celebrate my birthday.
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Date of stay: May 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Stayed here on a girls trip and had an absolutely wonderful experience. The price was fair for having beach access just steps away. It was a busy time so ended up in one of their Deluxe Condos (10) across the street. So much room for 2 people but we loved having two separate rooms and bathrooms. We ate out every meal so never used kitchen much, but lived out on the screened in porch when we weren't on the beach, dining or touring Naples. Condo was nicely updated and well-appointed with everything we needed. We needn't need maid service for just 4 nights, but they replenished anything we needed upon request. The entire resort staff was very helpful and the restaurant manager even got us reservations at The Turtle Club when none were available online. We must have eaten at this restaurant 5 times - mostly lunch since it is first come first serve and our sunset dinner was the best we had in Naples. You can't leave town without a meal at The Turtle Club. The guys manning the towels, beach chairs and umbrellas were also very friendly and eager to assist in any way. This is a quaint resort that ticks off all the boxes! Don't hesitate to give it a try.
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Date of stay: April 2021
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I am hesitant to write this only because I don't want this hidden gem to become overrun! Rarely do we like to go to the same place twice, but after having such a fantastic experience here on our 'babymoon' in October, we will be bringing our entire family back for baby's first beach trip this upcoming summer.
The website is super clear about what accommodations they offer, and if there is something you have a question about, you can always call or email in advance! I sent an email regarding a place for baby to sleep and they responded within the hour with a solution.
The rooms are basic but clean and nice and have everything you need. We stayed in a room on the second floor with two beds and a small kitchenette which was perfect for keeping drinks and snacks cold, and reheating leftovers from dinners out. The rooms were very clean and the book they provide with hotel and area information was extremely helpful.
Our beach experience was amazing and definitely the reason we will be returning this summer. The water is crystal clear and gorgeous. They make it so seamless by providing towels and setting up an umbrella and chairs for you every day. I recommend bringing some cash to tip the person who sets up your beach spot. The pool is small but warm and nice and a great place to cool down and relax. The sunsets are unmatched from the beach. A server from the Turtle Club restaurant patrols the beach most of the day taking drink and food orders which is SO nice and convenient. You're also allowed to have your own food and drinks so it's nice to have options.
I didn't feel like it was extremely crowded. There were all types of guests from families to couples to girls trips. Everyone was polite and respectful of each other's space on the beach.
We ate at the Turtle Club one time. The food is pricey and I felt that it was good but not fantastic. It could have been just what I ordered. The ambiance and drinks were wonderful. We will probably eat there once during our next stay, but we usually just ordered in and explored the local faire.
The location is great but there are only a few places to eat within walking distance, so I would recommend renting a car if you plan on going out to eat or doing any exploring or are planning a trip to the grocery store.
Overall, I foresee the Vanderbilt Beach Resort being a family tradition and can't wait to be back!
The website is super clear about what accommodations they offer, and if there is something you have a question about, you can always call or email in advance! I sent an email regarding a place for baby to sleep and they responded within the hour with a solution.
The rooms are basic but clean and nice and have everything you need. We stayed in a room on the second floor with two beds and a small kitchenette which was perfect for keeping drinks and snacks cold, and reheating leftovers from dinners out. The rooms were very clean and the book they provide with hotel and area information was extremely helpful.
Our beach experience was amazing and definitely the reason we will be returning this summer. The water is crystal clear and gorgeous. They make it so seamless by providing towels and setting up an umbrella and chairs for you every day. I recommend bringing some cash to tip the person who sets up your beach spot. The pool is small but warm and nice and a great place to cool down and relax. The sunsets are unmatched from the beach. A server from the Turtle Club restaurant patrols the beach most of the day taking drink and food orders which is SO nice and convenient. You're also allowed to have your own food and drinks so it's nice to have options.
I didn't feel like it was extremely crowded. There were all types of guests from families to couples to girls trips. Everyone was polite and respectful of each other's space on the beach.
We ate at the Turtle Club one time. The food is pricey and I felt that it was good but not fantastic. It could have been just what I ordered. The ambiance and drinks were wonderful. We will probably eat there once during our next stay, but we usually just ordered in and explored the local faire.
The location is great but there are only a few places to eat within walking distance, so I would recommend renting a car if you plan on going out to eat or doing any exploring or are planning a trip to the grocery store.
Overall, I foresee the Vanderbilt Beach Resort being a family tradition and can't wait to be back!
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Date of stay: October 2021
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What else can you want other than beautiful Vanderbilt Beach? This is a great place to stay right on the best beach in Florida. Our family stayed in one of the condo rooms on the bay side and the rooms were all newly remodeled and beautiful. The kitchen has all the dishes and cookware you need to make your own meals. Very spacious and great view of the sunrise over the bay and from our front window we could see the beach and ocean across the street. Very clean and well maintained. Wish they had a grill for guests to use(but then you wouldn’t eat at their restaurant) and the pool was a bit small, however the kids all enjoyed the little fountains they’d have on sporadically shooting into the pool. They provide towels, lounge chairs and umbrellas to all of their guests right on the beach, it’s nice but can get a bit crowded and there’s not a lot of beachfront space since the restaurant seating takes up a large portion of it. Is this a place for the boys to play frisbee on the beach? Definitely not! I thought it was a bit stuffy feeling and we were one of the only families there. The entire beach front is taken up with lounge chairs and there’s really no room for children to play or build sand castles. At high tide there is even less room.
The only real bad thing that we experienced was the restaurant. Poor service, food quality wasn’t that great and of course, you’re going to pay that extra money to have your cheeseburger in paradise. Our server couldn’t seem to get our order correct and it came out in several stages only to see that our cheeseburgers were still not cooked all the way. The cheeseburgers were nothing special, just regular cafeteria meat and even the pastrami sandwich wasn’t that good either. For the money we paid, and the high standards throughout the rest of the hotel, I was expecting better quality food. We paid a lot of money to get nothing right or what we wanted. A waiter is constantly going around asking for drink orders throughout the day as well. Made me feel bad, like I had to sneak my bag of chips for the kids to snack on at the beach.
Overall, the hotel is beautiful and very well maintained in a great location. I’d think twice about the restaurant, but other than that a great place to stay.
The only real bad thing that we experienced was the restaurant. Poor service, food quality wasn’t that great and of course, you’re going to pay that extra money to have your cheeseburger in paradise. Our server couldn’t seem to get our order correct and it came out in several stages only to see that our cheeseburgers were still not cooked all the way. The cheeseburgers were nothing special, just regular cafeteria meat and even the pastrami sandwich wasn’t that good either. For the money we paid, and the high standards throughout the rest of the hotel, I was expecting better quality food. We paid a lot of money to get nothing right or what we wanted. A waiter is constantly going around asking for drink orders throughout the day as well. Made me feel bad, like I had to sneak my bag of chips for the kids to snack on at the beach.
Overall, the hotel is beautiful and very well maintained in a great location. I’d think twice about the restaurant, but other than that a great place to stay.
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Date of stay: October 2020Trip type: Traveled with family
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So far above our expectations. The room(s) are phenomenal. We traveled up and down the east coast and then the west coast of Florida and truly none of the hotels we stayed at could compare to the Vanderbilt. Loved the facility and the beach. The restaurant was with it's beach side seating as well as indoor seating was frosting on the cake. This facility is certainly on par for "resort" status. We will be going back!! We have shared our enthusiasm with friends and relatives.
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Date of stay: October 2021
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Room Tip: We had Room 103. I will request that next time. The view of the bay is lovely.
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We went to Vanderbilt beach on a Tuesday afternoon. Although it was quite busy, it felt clean and sanitary. The water was great with nice waves. I would recommend beach shoes for the water as there are a lot of small shell pieces that are sharp on your feet. Bring boogie boards and tubes. There is a place to rent boards but they were all out when we arrived. You can buy tubes, but they are $10 for something you can buy at Walmart for $3.
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Date of stay: June 2020
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My husband and I stayed at this hotel many years ago and I decided to come back with my family. This hotel is awesome, right on the beach. The room was great and comfortable, equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, stove top, all utensils, and everything else you might need . The a/c was a little loud, but it was nice and cold. The pool is a little small, but who needs a pool when you have a beautiful beach right in front of your hotel. The beach chairs and umbrella were complimentary, which was a plus. We had dinner at the restaurant on site and the food was delicious. Would definitely come back.
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Date of stay: August 2020
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Room Tip: Ask for Gulf view
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Noisy rooms, no cabanas on beach, no bar service on beach, one restaurant which was bad, management didn’t care about noise in room above us. No make-up mirrors couldn’t put on contacts, no snack bar, no spa, basic bore. No hot water, had to get maintenance to fix setting on hot water heater. No help with any requests at front office. It’s like your here and now your stuck.
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Date of stay: January 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Mick Moore, Agency / Consultant at Vanderbilt Beach Resort
Responded Feb 1, 2021
We do our best to ensure that all of our guests have a pleasant stay and we are disappointed that you were not satisfied. We do not understand some of your comments about what we offer because they are simply not accurate. While we do not offer cabanas on the beach, we offer beach chairs and umbrellas on our beach as well as bar/beverage service on the beach. Our restaurant, the Turtle Club, is widely regarded as one of the best restaurants in town. And, of course, all of our hotel rooms have mirrors in the bathrooms and hot water - although we acknowledge that our staff was asked to adjust the setting to satisfy you. We acknowledge that you did complain about the guests in the room above you making noise, but when we offered to move you to another room, you declined our offer. Our front desk staff work very hard to accommodate all of our guests and we are very disappointed that you did not find our staff to be accommodating. Finally, we are also a bit confused by your review because since writing this review you have called us to book another stay with us.
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We stayed in room 45 on the hotel (beach) side of the street. As a prior review noted, the kitchen for the downstairs restaurant is directly below these rooms and there is noise from 7 AM onward. Our recommendation is to only stay in hotel rooms on the North side or in the condos across the street. Otherwise, everything was fantastic. The room was completely clean and updated with a glass shower and crown molding. We didn't eat in the restaurant, but it seemed very popular.
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Date of stay: August 2022
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Room Tip: Hotel rooms on the North side are quieter.
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The closest shopping center with shops and restaurants is a little over a mile away from us. Most places require a car, as the town is spread over a wide area, but Naples does have car services like Uber and Lyft.
We wish that we were able to predict the effects of red tide. The conditions on a given day really depend on the direction of the wind. For the most up-to-date information on red tide and for our cancellation policy, please call our front desk. We hope to see you soon!
Thank you for your interest in our hotel. Yes, all of our hotel rooms and condos include a hair dryer for your use during your stay.
Our resort is open all year, although our restaurant, The Turtle Club, usually closes for a week or 2 in September for maintenance and cleaning. We particularly love August because the town of Naples is a bit emptier. It is usually pretty hot (perfect weather to lounge in the Gulf or in the pool), and the tropical afternoon/evening thundershowers roll in and out somewhat quickly, leaving our gardens lush and green.
I believe they do have easy access rooms. It’s a beautiful resort, enjoy!
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PRICE RANGE
$349 - $580 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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34
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vanderbilt Beach Resort
Which popular attractions are close to Vanderbilt Beach Resort?
Nearby attractions include Elements Bar (0.4 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Vanderbilt Beach Resort?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Vanderbilt Beach Resort?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Vanderbilt Beach Resort?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, free instant coffee, and an outdoor dining area during their stay.
Is parking available at Vanderbilt Beach Resort?
Yes, free parking and valet parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Vanderbilt Beach Resort?
Conveniently located restaurants include Baleen, The Turtle Club, and The Grill.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Vanderbilt Beach Resort?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Vanderbilt Beach Resort?
Yes, self serve laundry and a clothes dryer are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Vanderbilt Beach Resort?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Are there any historical sites close to Vanderbilt Beach Resort?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Naples Historical Society's Historic Palm Cottage (8.6 miles) and Shangri-La Springs (6.2 miles).
Does Vanderbilt Beach Resort have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.