Name: Vanderbilt Beach Resort
Address: 9225 Gulfshore Drive North, Vanderbilt Beach, North Naples, Naples, Florida, United States of America, Naples, Collier County, US
Price range: $237–$369 per night
Rating: 9.38

What guests think

Vanderbilt Beach Resort draws praise for its true beachfront setting and relaxing old Florida vibe, with many guests enjoying beautiful sunsets, convenient beach access, and generally comfortable stays supported by friendly staff and strong on-beach service.

Several reviews note inconsistent front-desk service and strict policies, including limited beach use around check-in and checkout times. Rooms are often comfortable, but some are dated or small, air conditioning can be noisy, and views depend on room location. The on-site restaurant earns strong praise yet is expensive, sometimes prioritizes public reservations over guests, breakfast is not offered, and it has been closed during some stays. Expect a laid-back beach escape with simple facilities.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

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Facilities

Facilities are simple for a beachfront boutique, with a modest pool and well-liked beach setup and service rather than extensive resort amenities.

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10

Julie

May 15, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The property is beautiful and the staff is very friendly. The condo we stayed in was beautiful as well. The only thing we were disappointed about was we were not allowed to park and use the beach until 1pm...we arrived at 11:30am. It was somewhat inconvenient having to go to the public beach for an hour and a half; however, we were on the beach and life was good! Beautiful day!

6

Mark

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

While the hotel was quaint and nice, to call it a beach "resort" is a bit of a stretch. When I think of beach "resort" I envision a tiki bar, a spa, and luxury amenities. The hotel is nice... it's quaint, but it has more of a beach side motel feel. It has a small pool that is hardly a "resort" pool. The restaurant is open to the public. So, despite getting there at 5: 00pm (two of us) we were told there were no dinner reservations available (even for hotel guests) until 7:30 pm - for dining outside. Guests had no priority over external patrons in terms of the restaurant. Looking at the menu, the dinner prices were insane $$$$. I think I could have eaten cheaper at the Ritz. So, it's a nice, clean beach side motel, but hardly a resort.

10

lourdes

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I loved that it is steps from beach with beautiful sunset views. All staff is welcoming and attentive. Units have everything needed to enjoy stay. Easy parking across narrow street, easy to get to.Also enjoy bycicles that are provided

10

haydee

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had great staff at restaurant. Service at the beach was awesome!!

10

Gruska

Nov 25, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel is located right on the beach. There is a great but expensive restaurant by the beach, only open for lunch and dinner. No breakfast served, but free coffee and danishes. Nice pool.

10

marina marie

Jun 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This resort was right on the beach which was perfect for our getaway. The room was perfect for what we needed. Chairs and umbrellas were supplied which was perfect especially for the second day since I was burned to a crips (lol). I would definitely stay again

10

Cesar

Sep 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location, as well as an excellent service by the beach service personnel in providing speedy service and locating an excellent spot as soon as we requested service including recommending reservations for dinner at the Turtle club. The service at the club and food was superb one of the best in Naples. Will definitely be recommending to my business associates, family and friends.

8

Colleen

Sep 13, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

This was about my Fifth stay at VBR. This property is well kept for its age. It’s convenient that the rooms are so close to the beach since there are no bathroom services near the pool /beach area. Pool is crystal clear and having the noodles were nice to have to float in both the gulf and pool. On a disappointing note, the turtle club was closed for hurricane damage repair.

10

Wendy

Jun 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful and relaxing property walking distance to the beach

4

Maria

May 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The check in and check out conditions are inflexible, we can understand that the rooms are not ready but you can’t use the beach before 1 pm on check in day or after 1 pm on check out. I booked by Expedia prepaid all expenses but they charged again the night, no one was available to solve the issue. Not a good place for a short escape. The beach is shorten that it was advertised.

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently describe very clean rooms and well-kept grounds, with only occasional remarks about worn exterior areas.

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10

Dinorah

Aug 20, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

When we first arrived the staff were very friendly and accommodating. The room was extremely clean and the view was beautiful.

10

Diana

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel. Very clean and the rooms super comfortable. Employees very nice and helpful. Super recommendable.

8

Daniela

May 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel in general was incredible, the cleanliness in the room I also think I lacked a little customer service, some people at the front desk were not as friendly or as cooperative as I would have liked, but more than that it was a pleasant experience!

10

Alberto

Aug 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful place. In front of the beach. Old Florida vibe in mint conditions. Would surely rexommend and come back.

10

Osleidy

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very nices resort , everyone the staff very friendly, very clean facilities, I really enjoy to stay here

10

Vjola

Mar 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent resort. Clean and super convenient. I highly recommend it. My family and I will be returning again.

8

Kristine Ann

Feb 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful spot on the Gulf with amazing sunsets. Rooms were clean and comfortable. They are very strict about 11am checkout, so plan accordingly

10

Lillian

Mar 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

At first the area outside where the elevator are wasn't very attractive and the outside halls need some work. The rooms were great and clean and the views were terrific. Would stay again.

10

CARRIE MARIE

Apr 4, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Everything from beginning to end was great! Every staff member I encountered was so kind. What an awesome place. The beach is great, walkable and beautiful water. The restaurant is very popular. The rooms are spacious and spotless. I’ll be back for sure! Thank you!

10

Ingrid

Dec 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and view if you get a beach side room, which i will request next time. Very clean and super cute rooms. Friendly staff. Would definitely stay there again.

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Rooms

Many guests find rooms comfortable with decent space and good views in beachside units; a few mention dated decor, smaller layouts for groups, and noisy air conditioning.

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lourdes

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I loved that it is steps from beach with beautiful sunset views. All staff is welcoming and attentive. Units have everything needed to enjoy stay. Easy parking across narrow street, easy to get to.Also enjoy bycicles that are provided

8

Janine

May 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A lovely stay! Air conditioning is a bit loud but not a deal breaker. It's all about the beach! The hotel is a wonderful throw back to a simpler time. Thank you!

10

Diana

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel. Very clean and the rooms super comfortable. Employees very nice and helpful. Super recommendable.

10

marina marie

Jun 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This resort was right on the beach which was perfect for our getaway. The room was perfect for what we needed. Chairs and umbrellas were supplied which was perfect especially for the second day since I was burned to a crips (lol). I would definitely stay again

8

Nick

Jun 14, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Room was too small for 4 people

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Nick

Jul 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Property was right in the beach. Loved their restaurant. The only thing I would fix is the beds and choice of coffees in the morning.

10

Lillian

Mar 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

At first the area outside where the elevator are wasn't very attractive and the outside halls need some work. The rooms were great and clean and the views were terrific. Would stay again.

8

Linda

Mar 3, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The property was beautiful. Room outdated. Ocean view is not fullocean view unless you are at the one end by the beach. Last minute we were informed. We would have to move after the first day. Sadly it poured rain the next day and we braved the wind the next day to sit on the beach

10

CARRIE MARIE

Apr 4, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Everything from beginning to end was great! Every staff member I encountered was so kind. What an awesome place. The beach is great, walkable and beautiful water. The restaurant is very popular. The rooms are spacious and spotless. I’ll be back for sure! Thank you!

10

Ingrid

Dec 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and view if you get a beach side room, which i will request next time. Very clean and super cute rooms. Friendly staff. Would definitely stay there again.

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Service

Guests frequently praise friendly, helpful staff and excellent beach service, but several report rude or unaccommodating front-desk interactions and strict or inflexible policies.

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Tawny

Nov 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our condo was beautiful and had amazing views from every angle! The front desk was extremely helpful and friendly as was the amazing bar staff. Only downside was no breakfast at the resort or really anywhere in walking distance. Not a deal breaker. Amazing stay!

10

Julie

May 15, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The property is beautiful and the staff is very friendly. The condo we stayed in was beautiful as well. The only thing we were disappointed about was we were not allowed to park and use the beach until 1pm...we arrived at 11:30am. It was somewhat inconvenient having to go to the public beach for an hour and a half; however, we were on the beach and life was good! Beautiful day!

10

haydee

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had great staff at restaurant. Service at the beach was awesome!!

8

Raquel

Aug 24, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I love the hotel very much it’s my favorite hotel in Naples . The only issues was the front desk lady she can barely speak English and Spanish she is very rude and mean. The hotels was very empty and she made me wait 3 hours for a hotel room.

10

Kelly

Apr 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was perfect! Staff was super accomandating for our wedding. Sad not to see the Turtle Club open yet, but they'll be back and so will we!

10

Cesar

Sep 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location, as well as an excellent service by the beach service personnel in providing speedy service and locating an excellent spot as soon as we requested service including recommending reservations for dinner at the Turtle club. The service at the club and food was superb one of the best in Naples. Will definitely be recommending to my business associates, family and friends.

4

Maria

May 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The check in and check out conditions are inflexible, we can understand that the rooms are not ready but you can’t use the beach before 1 pm on check in day or after 1 pm on check out. I booked by Expedia prepaid all expenses but they charged again the night, no one was available to solve the issue. Not a good place for a short escape. The beach is shorten that it was advertised.

10

Anthony

Dec 15, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

I have been coming here for many years , Each time it’s been amazing . Chris at the front desk goes out of his way to have our stay comfortable. This is the only hotel I would recommend.

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YUSIMY

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The minute we walk in to check in the way I was treated was not the most "friendly or nice". every question I had they had an issue, or it was a solid NO (not even let me check, we can try maybe). I tried extending my stay by one more night willing to switch rooms if it was necessary or pay extra and I was told NEGATIVE absolutely Not that they were at a 99.9% capacity. I leave the front desk, a little disappointed but as I'm setting up, I log in and check online just in case and there were rooms available and sure was, not only rooms available I was able to upgrade to a better room for only $30.00 extra and stay for an extra night I was denied by the front desk member. honestly, I just wanted my kids to be happy if not I would of cancel and left since day one. the beach was very nice, overall, I would not go back due to lack of customer service and for been so rude.

10

Karan

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Beach was beautiful. Great service. Restaurant was amazing.

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Location

Widely praised beachfront location with easy access to the sand and beautiful Gulf sunsets; ideal for beach walks.

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NASSIF

May 1, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Such a nice property. Less than a minute walk to the beach. Will come back again

10

lourdes

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I loved that it is steps from beach with beautiful sunset views. All staff is welcoming and attentive. Units have everything needed to enjoy stay. Easy parking across narrow street, easy to get to.Also enjoy bycicles that are provided

10

Gruska

Nov 25, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel is located right on the beach. There is a great but expensive restaurant by the beach, only open for lunch and dinner. No breakfast served, but free coffee and danishes. Nice pool.

10

Frank

Jan 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The location was ideal for walking the beach.

10

Patricia

May 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location on the beach. Going back next year

10

Alberto

Aug 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful place. In front of the beach. Old Florida vibe in mint conditions. Would surely rexommend and come back.

10

Wendy

Jun 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful and relaxing property walking distance to the beach

8

Kristine Ann

Feb 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful spot on the Gulf with amazing sunsets. Rooms were clean and comfortable. They are very strict about 11am checkout, so plan accordingly

10

Oscar

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very close to the sand

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Ingrid

Dec 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and view if you get a beach side room, which i will request next time. Very clean and super cute rooms. Friendly staff. Would definitely stay there again.

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Dining

The on-site Turtle Club is highly regarded, though prices are high, reservations can favor the public over guests, and breakfast is not provided; it was closed during some stays.

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Tawny

Nov 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our condo was beautiful and had amazing views from every angle! The front desk was extremely helpful and friendly as was the amazing bar staff. Only downside was no breakfast at the resort or really anywhere in walking distance. Not a deal breaker. Amazing stay!

8

Daniel

Apr 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The beach access is fantastic and the restaurant on property was top notch

6

Mark

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

While the hotel was quaint and nice, to call it a beach "resort" is a bit of a stretch. When I think of beach "resort" I envision a tiki bar, a spa, and luxury amenities. The hotel is nice... it's quaint, but it has more of a beach side motel feel. It has a small pool that is hardly a "resort" pool. The restaurant is open to the public. So, despite getting there at 5: 00pm (two of us) we were told there were no dinner reservations available (even for hotel guests) until 7:30 pm - for dining outside. Guests had no priority over external patrons in terms of the restaurant. Looking at the menu, the dinner prices were insane $$$$. I think I could have eaten cheaper at the Ritz. So, it's a nice, clean beach side motel, but hardly a resort.

8

alissa

Jan 21, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

On the beach, nice restaurant attached on the beach. Would recommend, and plan to visit again.

10

Gruska

Nov 25, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel is located right on the beach. There is a great but expensive restaurant by the beach, only open for lunch and dinner. No breakfast served, but free coffee and danishes. Nice pool.

10

Kelly

Apr 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was perfect! Staff was super accomandating for our wedding. Sad not to see the Turtle Club open yet, but they'll be back and so will we!

10

Cesar

Sep 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location, as well as an excellent service by the beach service personnel in providing speedy service and locating an excellent spot as soon as we requested service including recommending reservations for dinner at the Turtle club. The service at the club and food was superb one of the best in Naples. Will definitely be recommending to my business associates, family and friends.

8

Nick

Jul 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Property was right in the beach. Loved their restaurant. The only thing I would fix is the beds and choice of coffees in the morning.

8

Colleen

Sep 13, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

This was about my Fifth stay at VBR. This property is well kept for its age. It’s convenient that the rooms are so close to the beach since there are no bathroom services near the pool /beach area. Pool is crystal clear and having the noodles were nice to have to float in both the gulf and pool. On a disappointing note, the turtle club was closed for hurricane damage repair.

10

Karan

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Beach was beautiful. Great service. Restaurant was amazing.

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Month	Average price
February	$613
March	$540
April	$374
May	$332
June	$289
July	$319
August	$261
September	$231
October	$254
November	$304
December	$259

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $289	2	3
4 $276	5 $285	6 $259	7 $258	8 $273	9 $302	10
11 $308	12 $301	13 $288	14 $291	15 $305	16	17
18 $263	19 $255	20 $285	21 $292	22 $303	23	24
25 $288	26 $292	27 $293	28 $291	29 $287	30	31

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17 $263	18 $369	19
20 $240	21 $237	22 $253	23	24 $247	25	26
27 $253	28 $250	29 $251	30 $258

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Gulfside Studio

Standard Studio, 2 Double Beds

Bayside View Standard Condo, 2 Bedroom 2 Bath

Bayside View Deluxe Condo, 2 Bedroom 2 Bath

Beachview Studio

Gulfside Junior Suite

Beachview Junior Suite

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Superb

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