LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort

LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort in Naples is a high-end beachfront property built for guests who want a true resort experience: direct access to the Gulf, multiple places to eat and gather, and a level of service that supports planned events as well as unstructured downtime. This is the kind of stay where the pool deck and beach set the pace, and where the property itself is part of the itinerary.

Set along the quieter stretch of the Naples shoreline near Vanderbilt Beach, the location works well for groups because it keeps everyone in a tight radius while still offering quick drives to the city’s dining and shopping districts. The immediate area is oriented toward resort travel, so arrivals tend to feel organized, and most outings are short hops rather than all-day commutes.

Unlike condo-style beach stays that rely on kitchens and self-service routines, LaPlaya leans into full-service amenities. Expect a stronger emphasis on staffed dining, pool and beach service, and coordinated event support. The “golf” side of the experience is typically structured around access to a dedicated course rather than being attached to the beachfront towers, which is useful for group outings but should be planned as a scheduled block on the calendar.

For weddings and social groups, the appeal is straightforward: a beach setting that photographs well, a spa for getting-ready schedules, and indoor-outdoor spaces that can handle everything from a welcome toast to a formal reception. Corporate teams benefit from the same fundamentals, with meeting space, catering, and easy options for offsite-style activities without leaving the Naples area.

When you book a room block through Engine.com, the resort experience stays the same for guests, but the planning workload changes for the organizer. Rooming lists, date shifts, and billing can be handled through one process, which is especially helpful for groups where attendance changes in the final week or where multiple departments need a clean, centralized bill.

Key hotel features and amenities

• Beachfront access with a full-service resort setup

• Multiple pools and sun deck areas designed for long on-property days

• Resort-style dining and bar options that support group meals and casual meetups

• Spa services suited to wedding parties and recovery days after travel

• Fitness facilities for basic workouts and simple routines

• Event-capable indoor and outdoor spaces for receptions, meetings, and catered functions

• Suite and upgraded room categories that help with VIP placements and bridal party assignments

• Staffed operations that support coordinated arrivals, vendor timing, and scheduled functions

Points of interest and attractions within a 2–3 mile radius

• Vanderbilt Beach access points and the surrounding beachfront corridor

• Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park for a quieter beach stretch and nature trails

• Mercato dining and shopping district for group dinners and casual nightlife

• Waterside Shops area for higher-end retail and restaurant options

• Clam Pass Park for boardwalk walks and beach access

• Artis–Naples campus for performances and exhibits (drive time varies by traffic)

Features of interest to group travelers

• Strong fit for wedding weekends, retreats, and incentive-style trips where the resort is the main venue

• Indoor-outdoor event options that reduce the need to rent off-property space

• Catering and on-site dining that simplify group meal planning

• Natural gathering zones, including pool areas and lounge spaces, for meetups without a formal agenda

• Clear room-block advantages for keeping the group in one place instead of split across multiple properties

• Practical VIP handling through suites and upgraded room categories for planners, leads, or bridal party needs

• Engine.com support for room blocks, roster updates, and consolidated billing when one organizer needs control over the booking