state-of-the-art lighting and audiovisual equipment
expert technicians
in-house destination management
and high-speed wired and wireless Internet access.
Recreation:
18-hole golf course
spa
fitness center
nine tennis courts
indoor and outdoor pools
beach
surfing
kayaking
sailing
fishing
biking
and teens and children’s programs.
Nearby:
Fernandina Beach
Amelia Island Museum of History
Fort Clinch State Park
and Talbot Island State Park.
Onsite Dining:Capacity
Cafe 4750
160
All-day Dining
Eight Sports Lounge
50
Classic Sports Fare
Ocean Bar & Grill
140
Casual Dining
Salt
100
New American Cuisine
The Lobby Lounge
100
Light Fare
Tiki Bar
45
Oceanside, Seasonal
F&B Averages:
BreakfastBuffet $33-36Cont. $23-29
LunchBuffet $38-49Plated $45-49
DinnerBuffet $93-150Plated $85-115
Coffee Break$12-18
2-Hour Open Bar$75
Elite OverviewPlanner Ratings & Reviews
Elite Overview
From the editors of Elite Meetings
One of only a handful of resorts in Florida with both a beach and golf course, The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island also features tennis, horseback riding, fine dining, a world-class spa, and views of the Atlantic Ocean from every guest room balcony. The eightstory, U-shaped hotel crowns 13 acres of courtyards, gardens, and dunes on Amelia Island, just 32 miles northeast of Jacksonville.
For groups, the resort practices its brand of AA Five Diamond Award–winning hospitality in more than 35,000 square feet of meeting space and at an array of outdoor venues. An expert culinary team, conference managers, technicians, and destination services orchestrate everything to perfection, from small business meetings to gala corporate events. The $22.1-million Talbot Ballroom will add more than 11,000 square feet of meeting space in the fall of 2009, making the hotel one of the largest conference venues in the region.
The resort rests on Amelia Island, the southernmost in a chain of barrier islands. The wild beauty of sand dunes, palms, and native oaks combines with inspiration from the nearby community of Fernandina Beach, where national landmark status preserves an atmosphere of carefree Victorian charm. Guests of The Ritz-Carlton soak up a sense of place not only at the beach and golf course but also in the 444 guest rooms, four restaurants and lounges, and through such signature spa treatments as Heaven in a Hammock.
Planner Reviews
From our planner community
Average Planner Rating
4.9
Arrival Experience:
4.9
Meeting and Function Facilities:
4.9
Accommodations:
4.9
Activity or Recreation Options:
4.8
Food & Beverage:
4.9
Conference Services Staff:
4.8
Guest Service Experience:
4.9
Recommendation to Planners:
4.9
The staff was extremely attentive and the banquet food was very good. I had a spouse hospitality in the restaurant Salt with the salt sommelier and everyone loved it! That evening the chef incorporated different salts (with info on buffet) for our welcome reception dinner buffet. Accommodations were very good!
Overall Rating: 4.9/5
Stacy W. Ortho Association Association Planner
True Southern hospitality in a beach front resort! Love the charm of Amelia Island, and the location of this resort right on such a large beach is just beautiful. The recent rooms renovations are spectacular! Everyone has a view of the ocean. The newer meeting space is great! Didn't have an opportunity to meet with a lot of the conference staff, but sales group is great. Can't believe some of the spa options - so unique to this property! SALT restaurant is amazing. A must if you visit! Looking forward to one day holding an event at this location.
Overall Rating: 4.8/5
Corporate Planner
For the past ten years I have also been in charge of the coordination of 6 large Orthopedic Forums across the United States From my first year at Amelia Island in 2009, and continuing through this year’s conference, Amelia Island Ritz-Carlton has done an outstanding job. I compare all hotels to Amelia Island Ritz Carlton.
The culture between the sales and meeting and special event departments is one of teamwork. If by some chance I'm unable to get a hold of Laia, I find Caroline. I never felt any territorial issues. Caroline was always willing to help even though the contract had already been signed. Not all sales departments work under that frame of mind. Laia truly does whatever is needed to be sure my client’s needs are met. This year that meant everything from helping me register my physicians to finding a room in the hotel when it was at 100% occupancy.
I am looking forward to bringing a new group of physicians next year that will be twice the size of this year's group.
Overall Rating: 4.9/5
Tina C. Corporate Planner
I have been doing this event thing for over 12 years and the past 6 I have been a show director for all sorts of programs, with the majority of them at 4 &5 star properties. The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island is very beautiful in so many ways but the staff is what sets them apart and enables me to say that without question…this was one of my best onsite experiences. The level of professionalism was by far the best. The friendly manner and want to go above-and-beyond on every detail supersedes any previous property team. Finally, the absolute genuine desire to make the overall experience of our staff and our guests a remarkable one - is so greatly recognized and appreciated.
Overall Rating: 4.8/5
Jennifer R. Corporate Planner
At a time when customer service is reported as being at an all-time low, and the meetings industry constantly taking a hit from an ailing economy, how refreshing it was to discover this hotel and the amazing staff that attended to every possible need and then some.
The phrase “it takes a village to raise a child” can also be applied to planning and preparing for program of this size in that “it takes a dedicated staff for a program to succeed.” Over the past few days in spending time with The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island staff, I can honestly say that they are all truly some of the best hotel staff I have had the pleasure of working with over my past 18+ years of conference and meeting planning.
The success of the program began way back before I got involved when the contract was negotiated. The hotels professionalism, respect for the client and willingness to make the contract work is in part a credit to your approach and understanding of “customer service” as well as the principles upon which the hotel conducts business. It continued via a welcoming and smiling staff at check-in through to the ever helpful and “nothing is too much trouble” attitude displayed by all of the staff – who quite simply were fantastic.
In an industry and mindset that at times expresses cynicism and criticism rather than positive reinforcement and encouragement for a job well done, both the hotel and staff should receive all the gold stars that the Ritz has to offer. This team is part of a dwindling breed of service providers who simply gets it. I know for me, it was both a privilege as well as tons of fun to have both worked with The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island and gotten to know them individually over the course of the gala.
Overall Rating: 4.8/5
Christopher G. Corporate Planner
Our program was a resounding success. Everything was top-notch and i would not hesitate to return! In fact, that was the feedback from every one of my VIPs and attendees.
Joanne M. Corporate Planner
This was a awesome property!!! We did a very small executive prospect event (which included spouses). The event was high touch (meet and greet limos with room keys to high-end theme parties).
This property was PERFECT for a small executive event (I am sure they would be just as good with the large event also). We did golf and spa and outings and the staff was FABULOUS!!!! Meghan was my conference planner was EXCEPTIONAL and Wendy Jean was my sales person and was top notch!
There was not anything that they would not do to make my event FABULOUS!!!
Overall Rating: 5.0/5
Kirsten K. Verio Corporate Planner
As an attendee for once at a conference permits me to rate this property from a meeting professionals perspective and this was tops. The service was impeccable, the location was beautiful and the food was excellent. The opportunities to explore the island is magnified by the level of service from the hotel staff. They know what it takes to satisfy the guest.
Overall Rating: 5.0/5
Meeting Planner
Elite RatingAverage Planner Rating
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hotels meeting the standards set by the Elite Meetings Advisory Board.
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4.9
8 reviews
Arrival Experience:
4.9
Accommodations:
4.9
Food & Beverage:
4.9
Guest Service Experience:
4.9
Conference Services Staff:
4.8
Meeting and Function Facilities:
4.9
Activity or Recreation Options:
4.8
Planner-to-Planner Recommendation:
4.9
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Capacity Charts
Room Name
Amelia
77
7.9
3
832
26
11
45
60
40
60
28
24
0
0
Cumberland
156
12.2
3
1,680
40
11
96
76
150
120
34
42
0
0
Kings Bay
70
7.9
3
754
26
11
36
48
40
60
22
24
0
0
Ritz-Carlton Ballroom
1,240
43.3 x 28.7
5
13,348
142X94
15
960
1,430
960
1,500
0
0
0
0
Ritz-Carlton Ballroom Salon I
410
14.3
5
4,418
47
15
288
484
320
410
0
0
0
0
Ritz-Carlton Ballroom Salon II
410
14.3
5
4,418
47
15
288
484
320
410
0
0
0
0
Ritz-Carlton Ballroom Salon III
410
14.3
5
4,418
47
15
288
484
320
410
0
0
0
0
Santa Maria
135
17.7 x 7.6
3
1,450
58x25
11
69
100
90
150
36
45
0
0
Santa Maria I
67
8.8
3
725
29
11
33
60
40
80
24
24
0
0
Santa Maria II
67
8.8
3
725
29
11
33
60
40
80
24
24
0
0
The Ambassador
38
5.2
3
408
17
11
0
0
16
0
16
0
0
0
The Boardroom
38
5.2
3
408
17
11
0
0
16
0
16
0
0
0
The Director's Room
85
11.6 x 7.3
3
912
38x24
11
45
62
50
60
28
30
0
0
The Plaza Ballroom
309
19.5 x 16.2
4
3,328
64X53
14
216
360
230
360
0
60
0
0
The Plaza Ballroom Plaza I
155
9.8
4
1,664
32
14
144
175
110
175
46
45
0
0
The Talbot Ballroom
1,029
23.8 x 43.3
5
11,076
78x142
18
756
1,280
810
0
0
0
0
0
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