Ritz-Carlton Naples Tiburón Completes Resort Renovation
The North Naples resort updated its interiors and dining facilities following a multi-month redesign project.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Home Renovation
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The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, Tiburón finished a comprehensive resort-wide renovation, officially reopening its main lobby and entrance to guests on September 30, 2026. The project updated the 295-room property with a coastal design aesthetic to establish a distinct identity.
Why it matters
The renovation project aimed to modernize the resort's 2002-era infrastructure while creating a unique visual presence separate from the brand's sister beachfront property. The final scope of work expanded following earlier delays caused by Hurricane Ian.
The resort manages 295 rooms and encompasses a 2,700-square-foot event venue known as Swaying Palm. The property operates within a larger golf community that includes 500 residences.
The players
The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, Tiburón
This is a luxury resort located in North Naples that operates adjacent to the Tiburón Golf Club.
Hurricane Ian
This was a major natural disaster that impacted the region in 2022 and necessitated changes to the resort's renovation timeline.
The details
Crews replaced dark brown flooring with cream-colored marble and introduced a custom alabaster chandelier in the lobby area. Guest rooms now feature updated technology and furniture, including the addition of Dyson Supersonic hair dryers in suites and club rooms, while new dining options like Palmera and Fenrose replaced former lounge areas.
Timeline
The resort originally opened in 2002.
Hurricane Ian caused property damage and project delays in 2022.
The renovation construction process began in May 2026.
Guests were welcomed through the renovated front drive on September 30, 2026.
The 2,700-square-foot Swaying Palm venue is scheduled to open in October 2026.
Culture Shift
The property's move toward a lighter coastal design reflects a broader trend in luxury hospitality to distance aging resort aesthetics from early 2000s architectural styles. This project aligns with a shift toward branded residence-style amenities and integrated golf community living.
Guests and club members can now utilize the updated lobby and new dining options, including the French-inspired restaurant Fenrose. The renovation process was staged to ensure the resort remained open, minimizing service interruptions for those living in the surrounding golf community.
The takeaway
Large-scale hospitality renovations require careful phasing to maintain operations while successfully modernizing aesthetic identities. Travelers and local residents can expect enhanced amenities and dining choices now that the major construction phase is concluded.
What happens next
The 2,700-square-foot event venue Swaying Palm is expected to open to the public in October 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The News-Press.
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