Ritz-Carlton Hotels: The Addresses Worth Booking, Every Ritz-Carlton Reserve and the Bonvoy Math

127 hotels, nine Reserve hideaways and three yachts: the flagships that justify the name, how to tell them from the ones that coast on it, and how to book with the perks attached.

By Biirdee Travel, Luxury Travel Concierge · Updated September 27, 2026

Ritz-Carlton Hotels: The Addresses Worth Booking, Every Ritz-Carlton Reserve and the Bonvoy Math

The Ritz-Carlton borrowed its name from César Ritz and its style from the Ritz-Carlton Boston of 1927, but the company most travelers know dates from 1983, when the Boston hotel and the rights to the name were bought and turned into a chain built on a single motto: "Ladies and Gentlemen serving Ladies and Gentlemen." Marriott bought it outright in 1998, and as of mid-2026 it runs 127 Ritz-Carltons (the nine small Ritz-Carlton Reserve resorts included), branded residences, and the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection's three ships, Evrima, Ilma and Luminara.

One thing to clear up first: the Ritz Paris, on Place Vendôme, has nothing to do with the brand. It is an independent hotel and a Leading Hotels of the World member. Everything below is Marriott's Ritz-Carlton: the hotels we book most, region by region, every Reserve, and how Marriott Bonvoy, Club Level and the STARS advisor program actually work at them. For the brand's closest rival inside Marriott, see St. Regis vs Ritz-Carlton; for the whole group, every Marriott brand.

Ritz-Carlton in Brief

  • 127 hotels as of June 2026 (Reserve included), plus residences and three yachts; the brand has been Marriott's since 1998.
  • The floor is high and the variance real: the flagships (Kyoto, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Riyadh, the Maldives, Central Park) are world-class; a Ritz-Carlton in a secondary business city is a very good large hotel.
  • Ritz-Carlton Reserve is the ultra-luxury tier: nine small resorts from Phulay Bay (the first, 2009) to Siari in Mexico (late 2025), with Eleuthera, Abu Dhabi and a first urban Reserve in Shanghai announced.
  • Bonvoy applies, with caveats: Platinum members get 1,000 points rather than breakfast as their welcome gift, Club Level is a paid room category, and the Reserves exclude elite upgrades. The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore doesn't participate at all.
  • Award nights at the top resorts are dynamic: roughly 90,000–165,000 points at the Maldives Fari Islands and 90,000–140,000 in Kyoto, with the fifth night free on five-night stays.
  • A STARS advisor booking adds daily breakfast for two, a $100 credit and an upgrade on arrival when available, at the same rate as marriott.com, and still earns Bonvoy points and elite nights.

The Ritz-Carlton Family at a Glance

The Ritz-CarltonRitz-Carlton ReserveRitz-Carlton Yacht Collection
Size (2026)118 hotels and resorts9 resorts3 ships: Evrima, Ilma, Luminara
Scale100–400 rooms, city towers and big resortsSmall (often under 100 keys) and remote149–226 suites per ship
SignatureClub Level lounges, family resorts, polished servicePersonal butlers, landscape, privacyResort-style cruising in small ports
BonvoyEarn and redeem; Platinum gift is points onlyEarn and redeem; no elite upgrades, lounges or 4pm checkoutEarn points on voyages
Typical entry rate~$400–1,200 a night; flagships higherFrom ~$1,500 a nightPriced per voyage

Asia and the Pacific

Japan, Hong Kong and the resort coasts, where the brand is at its strongest. Rates are typical published entry rates as of September 2026, where we quote them.

  1. The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

    The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

    Kyoto, Japan

    9.4Excellent · 208 guest reviews

    On the Kamo River facing the Higashiyama hills: a spa with an indoor pool, Mizuki's kaiseki and the most complete full-service luxury hotel in central Kyoto.

    Guests praiseExcellent breakfast qualityCharming atmosphere and hospitality

    from ~¥150,000/night

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  2. The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

    The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo

    Tokyo, Japan

    9.3Excellent · 349 guest reviews

    Floors 45 to 53 of Roppongi's Tokyo Midtown tower since 2007, with Mount Fuji on clear days and one of the brand's best club lounges.

    Guests praiseExceptional serviceGreat locationSpacious rooms

    from ~¥130,000–180,000/night

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  3. The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko, Nikko, Japan

    The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko

    Nikko, Japan

    9.4Excellent · 114 guest reviews

    Opened in 2020 on the shore of Lake Chūzenji inside Nikko National Park: hot-spring baths, lake views and autumn leaves that book out months ahead.

    Guests praiseBeautiful locationHigh-quality serviceSpacious rooms

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  4. The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka, Fukuoka, Japan

    The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka

    Fukuoka, Japan

    9.6Exceptional · 225 guest reviews

    Kyushu's first Ritz-Carlton (2023), on the top floors of a new tower in Tenjin: a sky lobby, a spa with a pool, and Fukuoka's food scene at the door.

    Guests praiseExceptional serviceWell-maintained facilities

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  5. The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, West Kowloon, Hong Kong

    The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong

    West Kowloon, Hong Kong

    9.8Exceptional · 1,370 guest reviews

    Floors 102 to 118 of the ICC tower in West Kowloon: Ozone, one of the highest bars on earth, a 118th-floor indoor pool and Tin Lung Heen's Cantonese.

    Guests praiseWonderful serviceOutstanding views

    from ~$450–650/night

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  6. The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore, Marina Centre, Singapore

    The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore

    Marina Centre, Singapore

    9.2Excellent · 2,767 guest reviews

    Kevin Roche's 1996 tower with octagonal bathroom windows framing Marina Bay and a museum-grade art collection; note that it sits outside Marriott Bonvoy.

    Guests praiseGreat locationFantastic serviceDelicious food

    from ~$450–650/night

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  7. The Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand

    The Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok

    Bangkok, Thailand

    9.8Exceptional · 29 guest reviews

    Opened in December 2024 at One Bangkok, across Rama IV Road from Lumpini Park: new-build tower hardware, a proper club lounge and Bonvoy points in the business core.

    Guests praiseExceptional serviceBeautiful locationModern facilities

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  8. The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui, Koh Samui, Thailand

    The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui

    Koh Samui, Thailand

    9.4Excellent · 707 guest reviews

    Opened in 2020 on a hillside above Choeng Mon Bay: pool villas, a Thai-inspired spa and the brand's best Thai resort.

    Guests praiseExceptional serviceMemorable birthday surprisesOutstanding spa treatments

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  9. The Ritz-Carlton, Bali, Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia

    The Ritz-Carlton, Bali

    Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia

    9.4Excellent · 1,627 guest reviews

    Clifftop and beachfront suites and villas at Sawangan, south of Nusa Dua, with one of Bali's largest resort spas.

    Guests praiseExceptional serviceQuality foodStunning location

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  10. The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi, Langkawi, Malaysia

    The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi

    Langkawi, Malaysia

    9.5Exceptional · 1,363 guest reviews

    Villas and rooms on a rainforest-backed private beach on Langkawi's southwest coast, with a spa built over the water's edge.

    Guests praiseStunning locationExceptional service

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  11. The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, North Malé Atoll, Maldives

    The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands

    North Malé Atoll, Maldives

    9.9Exceptional · 35 guest reviews

    Kerry Hill Architects' circular overwater villas in North Malé Atoll, opened in 2021 and a speedboat ride from the airport: Marriott's most photogenic Maldives resort, at roughly 90,000–165,000 points a night.

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  12. The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia

    The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne

    Melbourne, Australia

    9.3Excellent · 1,139 guest reviews

    Australia's highest hotel lobby, on the 80th floor of a tower on Lonsdale Street (2023), with the city and Port Phillip Bay below.

    Guests praiseExcellent serviceComfortable and clean rooms

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  13. The Ritz-Carlton, Perth, Perth, Australia

    The Ritz-Carlton, Perth

    Perth, Australia

    9.0Excellent · 2,293 guest reviews

    On Elizabeth Quay beside the Swan River (2019): Perth's most polished hotel and a good base for Rottnest and the wine country.

    Guests praiseExcellent locationAttentive and friendly staffBeautiful hotel design

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The Middle East and Africa

  1. The Ritz-Carlton Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

    The Ritz-Carlton Riyadh

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

    9.3Excellent · 2,535 guest reviews

    The palace that became a hotel: 52 acres of gardens in the Diplomatic Quarter, marble colonnades and the famous domed indoor pool; the only resort-feel stay in the capital.

    Guests praiseExceptional staff serviceComfortable and upgraded rooms

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  2. The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert, Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

    The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert

    Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

    9.2Excellent · 2,212 guest reviews

    Private-pool villas in a desert nature reserve about an hour from Dubai, with falconry, archery and dune rides: the Gulf's most complete desert resort.

    Guests praiseBeautiful locationExcellent staff

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  3. The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai

    Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    9.2Excellent · 121 guest reviews

    The low-rise, Mediterranean-style resort on Jumeirah Beach Residence's sand, with the Dubai Marina towers behind: families' favorite Ritz-Carlton in the Gulf.

    Guests praiseGreat serviceBeautiful hotelExcellent food

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  4. The Ritz-Carlton, Doha, Doha, Qatar

    The Ritz-Carlton, Doha

    Doha, Qatar

    9.2Excellent · 1,768 guest reviews

    A West Bay Lagoon classic with its own marina and beach, club-floor polish and big-hotel service depth.

    Guests praiseExceptional service and attentive staffClean, spacious and luxurious roomsGreat breakfast and food

    from ~$280–420/night

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  5. The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo, Cairo, Egypt

    The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

    Cairo, Egypt

    8.8Very good · 2,017 guest reviews

    The 1959 Nile Hilton, reborn as a Ritz-Carlton in 2015: Nile balconies, a club lounge that earns its upgrade and the Egyptian Museum next door.

    Guests praiseExcellent locationOutstanding service from staffLuxurious hospitality

    from ~$200–350/night

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  6. The Ritz-Carlton, Masai Mara Safari Camp, Maasai Mara, Kenya

    The Ritz-Carlton, Masai Mara Safari Camp

    Maasai Mara, Kenya

    The brand's first safari camp, opened in August 2025 in Kenya's Maasai Mara: tented suites facing the plains, and Bonvoy points in the bush.

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Europe

  1. The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna, Vienna, Austria

    The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna

    Vienna, Austria

    9.2Excellent · 2,257 guest reviews

    Four 19th-century Ringstrasse palais joined into one hotel: generous modern rooms, an indoor pool and spa, and the Atmosphere rooftop bar.

    Guests praiseExceptional staff and serviceGreat location and spacious rooms

    from ~€450–650/night

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  2. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel de la Paix, Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland

    The Ritz-Carlton Hotel de la Paix, Geneva

    Geneva, Switzerland

    9.6Exceptional · 324 guest reviews

    A 19th-century lakefront palace with head-on Jet d'Eau views from the front rooms, run with Ritz-Carlton polish.

    Guests praiseExcellent locationVery good serviceLuxurious feel

    from ~CHF 700–1,000/night

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  3. The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin, Berlin, Germany

    The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin

    Berlin, Germany

    9.2Excellent · 1,692 guest reviews

    Potsdamer Platz's Art Deco-styled tower with the Tiergarten across the road: the all-rounder for business and leisure.

    Guests praiseGreat LocationFriendly StaffExcellent Food

    from ~€300–450/night

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  4. Hotel Arts Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain

    Hotel Arts Barcelona

    Barcelona, Spain

    9.0Excellent · 1,815 guest reviews

    The 44-story glass tower on the beach beside the Olympic Port, run by Ritz-Carlton since it opened in 1994: Barcelona's only true beach-and-city resort.

    Guests praiseSpacious roomsProfessional staffGreat location

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  5. The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama, Guía de Isora, Tenerife, Spain

    The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama

    Guía de Isora, Tenerife, Spain

    8.9Very good · 1,169 guest reviews

    A terracotta-colored citadel above its own beach on Tenerife's southwest coast, with golf, a big spa and some of the Canaries' most celebrated restaurants.

    Guests praiseSpacious, comfortable roomsRitz Kids and family-friendly facilities

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  6. The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey

    The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

    Istanbul, Turkey

    Above Dolmabahçe Palace and the Bosphorus in the Süzer Plaza tower, with a large spa and a reliable club lounge.

    Guests praiseExcellent serviceDelicious food

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The Americas and the Caribbean

  1. The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park, New York, United States

    The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park

    New York, United States

    9.0Excellent · 285 guest reviews

    The Central Park South original: telescopes in the park-view rooms, a La Prairie spa and the horse-drawn carriages lined up below.

    Guests praiseFriendly staffGreat location

    from ~$1,000–1,500/night

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  2. The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad, New York, United States

    The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad

    New York, United States

    8.8Very good · 156 guest reviews

    Rafael Viñoly's 2022 tower on West 28th Street: bright, contemporary rooms, José Andrés's Zaytinya downstairs and a rooftop bar with Empire State views.

    Guests praiseGreat locationFriendly serviceExcellent food

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  3. The Ritz-Carlton, Boston, Boston, United States

    The Ritz-Carlton, Boston

    Boston, United States

    8.4Good · 190 guest reviews

    The modern Ritz-Carlton a block from Boston Common, with the Theatre District at the door and dependable club-level comfort.

    Guests praiseExcellent ServiceSpotlessly Clean RoomsGreat Central Location

    from ~$450–700/night

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  4. The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, Washington, D.C., Washington, DC, United States

    The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, Washington, D.C.

    Washington, DC, United States

    9.2Excellent · 165 guest reviews

    A boutique-scale Ritz-Carlton in a converted 1932 incinerator (the smokestack still stands), a block from the Georgetown waterfront.

    Guests praiseGreat locationFriendly staff

    from ~$450–700/night

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  5. The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago, Chicago, United States

    The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago

    Chicago, United States

    9.0Excellent · 203 guest reviews

    A 12th-floor sky lobby above Water Tower Place and refreshed rooms with lake views from the upper floors.

    Guests praiseGreat old classy hotelVery clean roomsIncredibly professional staff

    from ~$450–650/night

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  6. The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami, Bal Harbour, Miami Beach, United States

    The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami

    Bal Harbour, Miami Beach, United States

    9.0Excellent · 211 guest reviews

    The intimate Bal Harbour alternative, under 100 keys, with ocean-view balconies and the Bal Harbour Shops next door.

    Guests praiseExcellent staffPhenomenal restaurant and beach facility

    from ~$700–1,100/night in season

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  7. The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, Naples, Florida, United States

    The Ritz-Carlton, Naples

    Naples, Florida, United States

    9.1Excellent · 282 guest reviews

    Gulf of Mexico beachfront in Naples, Florida, with a big spa and a classic family-resort program.

    Guests praiseFriendly staffBeautiful locationGreat amenities

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  8. The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay, Half Moon Bay, United States

    The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

    Half Moon Bay, United States

    8.7Very good · 256 guest reviews

    Clifftop on the Pacific half an hour south of San Francisco: two oceanfront golf courses, fire pits and a bagpiper at sunset.

    Guests praiseExceptional serviceGreat locationBeautiful views

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  9. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, Dana Point, United States

    The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

    Dana Point, United States

    8.6Very good · 206 guest reviews

    On the bluff above Salt Creek Beach in Dana Point: the classic Southern California resort, with surf lessons below the lawn.

    Guests praiseExcellent serviceBeautiful locationGreat food

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  10. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, United States

    The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

    Santa Barbara, United States

    8.1Good · 352 guest reviews

    A Spanish Colonial-style resort on a bluff above its own beach, west of Santa Barbara, with one of California's largest resort spas.

    Guests praiseGood locationFriendly staffNice room quality

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  11. The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe, Truckee, United States

    The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe

    Truckee, United States

    8.6Very good · 186 guest reviews

    Mid-mountain at Northstar: ski-in, ski-out in winter and a lakeside beach club in summer.

    Guests praiseCozy fireside atmosphere in loungesFriendly, professional staffScenic Lake Tahoe location

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  12. The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, Kapalua, Maui, United States

    The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua

    Kapalua, Maui, United States

    9.1Excellent · 379 guest reviews

    Terraced lawns above West Maui's Kapalua coast, with championship golf next door and humpback season in winter.

    Guests praiseGreat serviceExcellent locationWide range of amenities

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  13. The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto, Toronto, Canada

    The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto

    Toronto, Canada

    9.4Excellent · 522 guest reviews

    A glass tower in the Entertainment District, steps from the theatres and the waterfront, with one of Toronto's best hotel spas.

    Guests praiseGreat staff and service qualityExcellent location and cleanliness

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  14. The Ritz-Carlton, Mexico City, Mexico City, Mexico

    The Ritz-Carlton, Mexico City

    Mexico City, Mexico

    9.0Excellent · 217 guest reviews

    The 2021 arrival high in the Chapultepec Uno tower, with rooms looking straight over Chapultepec Park and Castle.

    Guests praiseFriendly and helpful staffGreat views from rooms

    from ~$500–750/night

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  15. The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago, Santiago, Chile

    The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago

    Santiago, Chile

    9.1Excellent · 898 guest reviews

    In El Golf, Santiago's smartest district, with a glass-domed rooftop pool and the Andes in view on clear days.

    Guests praiseGreat serviceBeautiful propertyExcellent food

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  16. The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos, Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos

    The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos

    Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos

    9.0Excellent · 399 guest reviews

    On Grace Bay Beach, one of the Caribbean's finest, with a pool deck on the sand and easy family logistics.

    Guests praiseExceptional serviceIncredible views

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  17. The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, Seven Mile Beach, Cayman Islands

    The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman

    Seven Mile Beach, Cayman Islands

    Seven Mile Beach on one side and the North Sound on the other: the most complete resort on the island.

    Guests praiseFriendly staffBeautiful locationWell-maintained amenities

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  18. The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas, St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands

    The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas

    St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands

    8.4Good · 314 guest reviews

    A Venetian-palazzo-style resort on Great Bay at the east end of St. Thomas, with St. John across the water.

    Guests praiseStunning views / ocean-facing roomsClub Lounge and residence access

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Ritz-Carlton Reserve: All Nine

Marriott's ultra-luxury tier: small resorts in remote places, each with personal butlers and a strong sense of setting. Eleuthera in the Bahamas is due in 2027, Ramhan Island in Abu Dhabi in 2029, and the first urban Reserve, in Shanghai, in 2030.

  1. Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Krabi, Thailand

    Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

    Krabi, Thailand

    9.9Exceptional · 345 guest reviews

    The first Reserve (2009): pavilions and pool villas on the Andaman Sea near Krabi, facing limestone islands.

    Guests praiseExceptional serviceBeautiful locationGenerous amenities

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  2. Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Dorado, Puerto Rico

    Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

    Dorado, Puerto Rico

    9.4Excellent · 148 guest reviews

    On the site of Laurance Rockefeller's 1958 Dorado Beach resort on Puerto Rico's north coast, half an hour west of San Juan: beachfront casitas, golf and a spa among the trees.

    Guests praiseBeautiful experienceGreat value

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  3. Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

    Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

    Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

    9.7Exceptional · 177 guest reviews

    Rice terraces and the Ayung River below Ubud: 35 suites and 25 pool villas, each with a personal butler (a Patih), and dinner in bamboo cocoons over the paddies.

    Guests praiseExceptional ServiceLuxurious AccommodationBeautiful Location

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  4. Zadún, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, San José del Cabo, Mexico

    Zadún, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

    San José del Cabo, Mexico

    9.2Excellent · 125 guest reviews

    Private-pool villas above the Sea of Cortez at Puerto Los Cabos, with a large desert-garden spa and the quieter side of Los Cabos.

    Guests praiseAmazing ServiceBeautiful Location

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  5. Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Niseko, Hokkaido, Japan

    Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

    Niseko, Hokkaido, Japan

    8.9Very good · 102 guest reviews

    About 50 rooms at the foot of Niseko Village's slopes, with Mount Yotei filling the windows: ski-in, ski-out Japanese powder at its most refined.

    Guests praiseExceptional serviceConvenient locationComfortable room with great views

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  6. Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Jiuzhaigou, Sichuan, China

    Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

    Jiuzhaigou, Sichuan, China

    Opened in 2023 at the edge of Sichuan's Jiuzhaigou valley, among turquoise lakes and Tibetan villages.

    Guests praiseGreat environmentAttentive service

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  7. Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Blue Hole islands, Red Sea, Saudi Arabia

    Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

    Blue Hole islands, Red Sea, Saudi Arabia

    10.0Exceptional · 21 guest reviews

    Opened in 2024 on the Blue Hole islands of Saudi Arabia's Red Sea, with overwater and beach villas on untouched reefs.

    Guests praiseFriendly staffBeautiful location

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  8. Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

    Peninsula Papagayo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

    Opened in February 2025 on the Peninsula Papagayo in Guanacaste, Costa Rica: the Reserve's first in Central America, between dry forest and the Pacific.

  9. Siari, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Riviera Nayarit, Mexico

    Siari, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

    Riviera Nayarit, Mexico

    The newest Reserve, opened in late 2025 on the Riviera Nayarit coast north of Puerto Vallarta.

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Club Level, Bonvoy and the Booking Channel

Ritz-Carlton sits inside Marriott Bonvoy, so stays earn points and redemptions are possible almost everywhere (the Millenia Singapore is the exception). The elite rules are stricter here than at most Marriott brands: Platinum members and above receive 1,000 points as their welcome gift instead of breakfast, elite lounge access isn't offered (among Marriott's luxury brands only JW Marriott gives it), and elite upgrades exclude rooms with Club access. The Club Level is therefore a paid room category, and at the flagships it is worth pricing: breakfast, afternoon snacks, evening drinks and canapés through the day can cover the difference for two. At the Reserves, elite upgrades, lounges and 4pm checkout don't apply at all.

On points, the brand's resorts are where Bonvoy earns its keep. Award prices are dynamic, but recent ranges run roughly 90,000–165,000 points a night at the Maldives Fari Islands (with peak dates far higher) and 90,000–140,000 in Kyoto; book five consecutive award nights and the cheapest is free. At 0.6–0.7 cents a point, that beats cash when rates run $1,500 a night and up, and rarely does in a $400 business-city Ritz-Carlton.

For cash stays, the STARS advisor program is the better way to book: daily breakfast for two, a US$100 credit per stay, an upgrade on arrival when available and a welcome amenity, at the marriott.com flexible rate, with Bonvoy points and elite night credit still earned. For a Platinum member, that turns the welcome-gift points into breakfast after all. Marriott's brands and Bonvoy rules has the full detail, and Mandarin Oriental vs Ritz-Carlton and Aman vs Ritz-Carlton weigh the brand against its rivals outside Marriott.

Ritz-Carlton FAQs

How many Ritz-Carlton hotels are there?

127 as of June 2026, according to Marriott, including the nine Ritz-Carlton Reserve resorts. The brand also runs branded residences and the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection's three ships.

What is Ritz-Carlton Reserve?

Marriott's ultra-luxury tier: nine small resorts in remote places (Phulay Bay, Dorado Beach, Mandapa, Zadún, Higashiyama Niseko Village, Rissai Valley, Nujuma, Nekajui and Siari), with personal butlers and rates from about $1,500 a night. They book with Bonvoy points, but elite upgrades and lounges don't apply.

Is the Ritz Paris a Ritz-Carlton?

No. The Ritz Paris on Place Vendôme is an independent hotel and a member of Leading Hotels of the World; it shares César Ritz's name but not the brand, owner or loyalty program. See our Ritz Paris guide.

Do Marriott elite members get free breakfast at Ritz-Carlton?

No. At The Ritz-Carlton and Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Platinum members and above get 1,000 points as their welcome gift, and elite lounge access isn't offered. Breakfast comes with a Club Level room or with a STARS advisor booking, which adds daily breakfast for two at the same rate as booking direct.

Is Ritz-Carlton Club Level worth it?

Often, at the flagships. The lounge covers breakfast, light meals, evening drinks and canapés, which for two people can match the premium over a standard room, and it is the only way into the lounge because Marriott status doesn't include it. At a resort where you will be out all day, it is less compelling.

Can I use Marriott Bonvoy points at Ritz-Carlton?

Yes, at nearly every Ritz-Carlton and Ritz-Carlton Reserve, at dynamic prices (roughly 90,000–165,000 points a night at the Maldives resort in 2025–26). Five-night award stays get the cheapest night free. The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore doesn't participate in Bonvoy.

Is Ritz-Carlton better than Four Seasons?

Four Seasons has the higher floor and the stronger resort bench; Ritz-Carlton wins on Marriott Bonvoy points, club lounges and coverage. At similar prices we book Four Seasons when the stay matters most and Ritz-Carlton when the points do. Luxury hotel brands compared has the full map.

What is the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection?

Ritz-Carlton's cruise line: three small luxury ships, Evrima (2022), Ilma (2024) and Luminara (2025), carrying 149 to 226 suites and calling at smaller ports that big ships can't reach.

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    A real person checks availability, compares properties honestly, and confirms the perks your stay qualifies for: upgrades, breakfast, and credits where available.

  3. Book at the same rate as direct

    The hotel pays our commission out of the rate you’d pay anyway, so the perks cost you nothing. Before and during the trip, one concierge on WhatsApp handles requests and changes.

Flying too? The same team books business and first class: flights and hotels aligned as one itinerary, one point of contact.

Biirdee · Preferred Partner

Ritz-Carlton With Breakfast, Credit and Your Points

Tell us the hotel and dates. We book the marriott.com rate with STARS breakfast, a $100 credit and upgrade priority, your Bonvoy points and status intact, or run the award math when the Maldives or Kyoto makes points the better play.

Same rate as directUpgrade priorityDaily breakfastProperty credits

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