The Ritz-Carlton Naples is the crown jewel of Southwest Florida luxury hospitality, combining the brand's unrivaled five-star service with direct access to one of the Gulf Coast's most beautiful beaches. The property features a grand ballroom, intimate garden ceremony spaces, and a stunning beachfront lawn where Gulf sunsets paint the sky in shades of orange and pink every evening. Multiple award-winning restaurants, a world-class spa, and meticulous event coordination make this resort a complete destination for wedding weekends. For couples seeking the finest wedding experience on the Gulf Coast, the Ritz-Carlton Naples is the definitive answer.
Best seasons to marry here
Plan your day here
When are you getting married?
Pick a day and I'll work out the light for it — sunset here, when golden hour opens, and the ceremony time that puts you inside it.
Planning your timeline
| Month | Sunset | Ceremony | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:56 PM | 3:56 PM | 1.7″ |
| February | 6:19 PM | 4:19 PM | 1.4″ |
| March | 7:35 PM | 5:35 PM | 1.9″ |
| April | 7:50 PM | 5:50 PM | 2.5″ |
| May | 8:06 PM | 6:06 PM | 2.8″ |
| June | 8:21 PM | 6:21 PM | 7.4″ |
| July | 8:21 PM | 6:21 PM | 7.8″ |
| August | 8:04 PM | 6:04 PM | 8.9″ |
| September | 7:32 PM | 5:32 PM | 8.6″ |
| October | 6:59 PM | 4:59 PM | 3.9″ |
| November | 5:37 PM | 3:37 PM | 1.4″ |
| December | 5:37 PM | 3:37 PM | 1.3″ |
Sunset times are calculated for this venue's coordinates, shown in EDT for the 15th of each month in 2026. Golden hour is the 60 minutes before sunset. The ceremony start is my rule of thumb — about 2 hours before sunset, so a short ceremony and family photos still leave the two of you in golden light. Adjust it to your own timeline. Average temperatures and rainfall are NOAA 1991–2020 normals from NAPLES MUNI AP, 7.8 miles away.
Amenities & Inclusions
Catering
Exclusive in-house catering
Bar / Alcohol
Full bar through hotel; sommelier on staff
Music Curfew
12:00 AM
Rental Hours
5 hrs included
Vendors
In-house catering required; preferred vendor list
Rain Backup Plan
Multiple indoor ballrooms and salons
Hurricane Season Note
June–November; Gulf beachfront; reinforced building with full indoor options
Verify Before You Book
Verify current packages, beach ceremony policies, and minimum spend
Rob Craven
Lead Photographer
Sunset Direction
West-facing Gulf — world-class sunsets directly from the ceremony lawn
Shade Coverage
Garden areas shaded; beach fully exposed
Best Shots & Hidden Gems
Gulf of Mexico beach ceremony, beachfront sunset lawn, grand ballroom, tropical resort grounds, award-winning spa backdrop
280 Vanderbilt Beach Rd
Naples, FL
Parking
Valet parking; self-parking available
Nearest Airport
Southwest Florida International (RSW) · 30 mi
Guest Hotels
On-site — 450 rooms; full room block services