Best Luxury Hotels in Amelia Island
This is known to be a birdwatcher’s paradise, with prime spotting season running from November to March, as the birds migrate south. But Amelia Island is equally popular for its clean, clear water beaches. Dubbed the “Isle of Eight Flags”, the barrier island is never more than three miles wide just a quarter mile in places. So ditch the car and make your way around on segways, horses, bikes, golf carts, or on foot. Jay Leno, Oprah Winfrey and author John Grisham all have homes on the affluent island, which hosts an annual Concours d’Elegance car show every March.
Florida, Amelia Island, Fernandina Beach
The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island
(5 stars)Amelia island’s Ritz-Carlton, on the immaculate North Florida shoreline stands as an equisite testament to refined luxury. The hotel has direct beach access, two outdoor heated swimming pools, an 18-hole award winning golf course at the Amelia Island golf resort and an exclusive tennis centre partnered with a world renowned tennis coach. It’s ocean-front spa offers a world of wellness from ancient therapies to anti-aging treatments to replenish the mind, body and soul. Salt is an acclaimed AAA Five Diamond fine dining restaurant inspired by the natural beauty of the Atlantic Ocean and boasts The Seaview Terrace, a stunning ocean-view space for al fresco dining; Coast offers a seasonal menu; Coquina is an innovative Latin poolside/oceanfront restaurant ; and there’s Tidewater Grill for guests wanting a familiar and casual atmosphere with American classic cuisine. Guests can relax in The Lobby Bar, which is a comfortable classic lounge with a fire on the terrace, live music and dancing. The Ritz-Carlton provides a variety of coastal view rooms, luxurious spacious suites and signature accommodations with exclusive access to the Carlton Club Lounge.
