The Inn at Pelican Bay Named Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards Winner for 2026
Naples Boutique Hotel Recognized Among Travelers’ Favorites Worldwide

The Inn at Pelican Bay has been recognized in Tripadvisor’s® Travelers’ Choice® Awards for 2026, placing the Naples luxury boutique hotel among the top 10% of hospitality businesses worldwide.
It’s the fourth consecutive year The Inn at Pelican Bay has received the distinction, which is awarded based on consistently outstanding reviews and ratings from travelers.
“We are honored to once again be recognized among travelers’ favorites around the world,” said Steve Dorcy, General Manager of the Inn at Pelican Bay. “What makes this award so meaningful is that it comes directly from our guests. Their reviews reflect the warm, personalized hospitality our team works hard to deliver every day. We are grateful to every guest who shared their experience and to every team member whose dedication makes moments like this possible.”
The Travelers’ Choice award honors businesses that consistently earn exceptional traveler reviews over a 12-month period. The award reflects feedback from guests who have experienced the property firsthand and shared their experiences with the travel community.
The 2026 award continues a streak of recognition for the Inn at Pelican Bay. The hotel first earned a Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award in 2022. In 2024, the property was elevated to Tripadvisor’s prestigious Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best list, earning recognition as the #1 hotel in Naples, the #1 hotel in Florida, #25 in the United States, and among the top 1% of hotels worldwide. The hotel has also been ranked as the #1 hotel in Naples for the last three years.
“Congratulations to The Inn at Pelican Bay on its recognition in Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards for 2026,” said Matt Dacey, Chief Marketing Officer, Tripadvisor. “Ranking among the top percentage of businesses globally means you have made such a memorable impact on your visitors that many of them took time to go online and leave a glowing review about their experience. We hope this recognition continues to drive business to you in 2026 and beyond.”
In addition to Tripadvisor accolades, the Inn at Pelican Bay has maintained its status as a AAA Four Diamond Hotel every year since 2015. The property has also received both a AAA Inspectors Best Award and a AAA Inspectors Best Housekeeping Award, further reflecting its commitment to exceptional guest experiences.
Located just one mile from the Gulf of America and adjacent to Naples’ premier shopping, dining, and entertainment destination, Mercato, the Inn at Pelican Bay is a 100-room luxury boutique hotel offering a peaceful lakeside retreat. Combining upscale accommodations, personalized service, and South Florida charm, the property provides an ideal destination for leisure and business travelers alike.
For more information about the Inn at Pelican Bay, visit innatpelicanbay.com or call (239) 597-8777.
About The Inn at Pelican Bay
The Inn at Pelican Bay is a luxury boutique hotel located in Naples, Florida. Overlooking a tranquil private lake and situated near the area's finest beaches, shopping, dining, and entertainment, the hotel offers sophisticated accommodations, personalized service, and award-winning hospitality. The Inn at Pelican Bay has earned numerous accolades, including annual AAA Four Diamond recognition since 2015 and multiple Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice honors.
About Tripadvisor
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