
Naples Beach Club
Best for travelers who want direct private beach access, multiple on-site restaurants and a large full-service spa.
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Naples Beach Club is a newly reopened, five-star beachfront resort with extensive resort amenities and direct Gulf access; read this if you want a full-service beach resort with multiple dining venues, a large spa, and family programming. Inn at Pelican Bay is an upscale boutique resort-style hotel near Vanderbilt Beach; read this if you prefer a smaller, quieter property with convenient access to Pelican Bay and a complimentary beach shuttle.
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Best for travelers who want direct private beach access, multiple on-site restaurants and a large full-service spa.

Best for travelers who want a highly rated, quieter boutique hotel near Vanderbilt Beach with a complimentary beach shuttle and straightforward amenities.
When Naples Beach Club wins: choose Naples Beach Club for a resort-style beach stay — private white-sand frontage, multiple pools (including a rooftop lap pool at the spa), an expansive spa (The Sanctuary), and several distinct restaurants and bars geared to families and couples.
When Inn at Pelican Bay wins: choose Inn at Pelican Bay if you prefer a smaller, highly rated hotel with a quieter, lakefront feel near Pelican Bay and Vanderbilt Beach, free continental breakfast, free self parking, and a complimentary beach shuttle.
Bottom line: pick Naples Beach Club for full beachfront resort amenities and spa-driven wellness; pick Inn at Pelican Bay for a polished boutique alternative that’s easier to navigate and closer to Pelican Bay/Vanderbilt Beach attractions.
| Category | Naples Beach Club | Inn at Pelican Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large, full-service Gulf-front resort with resort-wide programming and multiple venues | Upscale boutique resort-style hotel with a calm, lakefront/courtyard feel |
| Location | On Gulf Shore Blvd in Old Naples with private beach access | In Pelican Bay near Vanderbilt Beach (free beach shuttle to nearby sand) |
| Size / rooms | 18 room and suite types listed (total room count not published) | 100 guestrooms (supplier listing) |
| Ages / audience | All ages; family programming and kids’ club (Kids For All Seasons) | All ages; not adults-only |
| Pools | Two main resort pools plus a rooftop 75-foot lap pool at The Sanctuary spa (three pools total) | One outdoor pool and one hot tub (supplier listing) |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple outlets (The Merchant Room, HB’s, Sunset Bar, Naples Trading Company; additional venues planned) | Snack bar/deli, 1 bar/lounge, coffee/tea in common areas |
| Spa / wellness | The Sanctuary — 30,000 sq ft, multi-level spa with 13+ treatment rooms, thermal/aquatherapy circuit and rooftop lap pool | Not published |
| Known for | Direct private Gulf beach frontage, large spa, family programming, multiple dining venues | Highly rated boutique property near Pelican Bay with complimentary beach shuttle |
| Parking & transport | Valet only (no self-parking); on-property electric MOKEs for local transport; transfers to off-island destinations available | Free self parking onsite; free beach shuttle |
| Meeting & events | Extensive event space (tens of thousands sq ft overall; ballrooms and outdoor terraces) | Conference space ~372 sq ft (meeting room and conference center) |
Naples Beach Club sits on Gulf Shore Boulevard with direct private white-sand beach access in Old Naples.
Best if you want hands-on beach access and proximity to Old Naples dining and shopping.
Inn at Pelican Bay is located on Vanderbilt Beach Road in the Pelican Bay neighborhood, a short trip to nearby public beaches.
Best if you want a quieter hotel base near Vanderbilt Beach and Pelican Bay attractions.
Naples Beach Club lists 18 distinct room and suite types, including multiple ocean- and resort-view suites and three-bedroom residences.
Best if you want a wide range of suite sizes and true beachfront views.
Inn at Pelican Bay offers standard to deluxe room types with city and lake views.
Best if you want straightforward, well-appointed rooms near Pelican Bay without resort-scale choices.
Naples Beach Club provides several on-site dining venues ranging from a brasserie to beachfront seafood and a coffee shop.
Best for guests who want varied, destination-style dining without leaving the property.
Inn at Pelican Bay has a snack bar/deli and a bar/lounge; breakfast is included.
Best if you want simple on-site dining plus easy access to local restaurants.
Naples Beach Club runs multiple pool environments alongside direct beach access.
Best if you want varied pool spaces and immediate beach access.
Inn at Pelican Bay offers a single outdoor pool and a hot tub for guest use.
Best if you want a small, relaxed pool area and shuttle access to the beach.
Naples Beach Club centers wellness at The Sanctuary spa and supports an active program of fitness and courtside sports.
Best for travelers who prioritize spa facilities, fitness programming, and on-site activities.
Inn at Pelican Bay provides a 24-hour fitness facility and straightforward wellness options.
Best if you want basic fitness access and prefer to seek spa or nightlife off-property.

Naples Beach Club — direct private Gulf frontage and immediate beach service make it the natural pick for beach-focused travelers.

Inn at Pelican Bay — a smaller footprint and lake/courtyard feel suit travelers who prefer a calmer, less busy hotel environment.

Naples Beach Club — The Sanctuary spa (30,000 sq ft) and rooftop lap pool are hard to match in Naples.

Inn at Pelican Bay — free self parking, free continental breakfast, and a high guest rating make it an efficient choice near Vanderbilt Beach.
Naples Beach Club is more family-oriented with a kids' club (Kids For All Seasons), teen programming, family pool features, and larger suite options; Inn at Pelican Bay is all-ages but smaller in scale.
Naples Beach Club has direct private beach access on the Gulf. Inn at Pelican Bay does not list private beachfront access but offers a complimentary beach shuttle to nearby Vanderbilt Beach.
Naples Beach Club has The Sanctuary, a 30,000 sq ft, multi-level spa with a thermal circuit. Spa facilities at Inn at Pelican Bay are not published in the supplier listing.
No — Inn at Pelican Bay is not adults-only.
Naples Beach Club is in Old Naples near Fifth Avenue South and many Gulf-front attractions. Inn at Pelican Bay is in North Naples/Pelican Bay, with Mercato and Vanderbilt Beach a short local trip away.
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