LONGBOAT KEY, Fla. — July 31, 2024 — Travelers seeking a new luxury destination can look forward to the opening of The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort on October 22, 2024. With starting rates at $1,200, this highly anticipated launch marks the debut of the only St. Regis property opening in the United States this year and the largest development on the island in over five decades.
Located at 1620 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, Florida 34228, the resort is nestled on 18 acres of beachfront paradise on Sarasota's barrier island. It offers exclusive access to 800 feet of private white sand beach and features 168 luxurious guest rooms and suites with ocean views.
“St. Regis is proud to celebrate a remarkable 120-year legacy, offering the ‘best address’ in the world’s most captivating destinations,” said Jenni Benzaquen, senior vice president of St. Regis, The Ritz-Carlton, and Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts. “We are excited to bring the renowned St. Regis experience to Longboat Key, known for its breathtaking natural beauty, spectacular beachfront, and vibrant social scene.”
The resort's amenities are designed to cater to every traveler’s desires. Guests will be able to relax by multiple pools, including a family-friendly resort pool, an adults-only serenity pool, and a secluded grotto with jacuzzi jets and champagne service. The introduction of the brand's first-ever Pool Butler ensures personalized service both in and out of the water.
Adventure seekers can immerse themselves in unique marine experiences such as swimming with stingrays and exploring the Under the Sea Lagoon, a 500,000-gallon habitat featuring local reef fish and two giant Aldabra tortoises, guided by the property's resident marine biologists. The Reef Rangers Children's Club will offer a marine explorer camp for young guests.
Culinary enthusiasts will appreciate the resort's seven dining venues. The signature CW Prime steakhouse will offer premium aged beef and fresh seafood, while The Spirit Room will provide a speakeasy atmosphere with rare spirits and artisanal cocktails. Oshen, an exclusive rooftop lounge for hotel guests, will serve elevated cocktails and seafood-focused small plates with panoramic ocean views.
For relaxation, The St. Regis Spa will span 20,000 square feet and feature 14 treatment rooms and a hydrothermal area, including a Finnish sauna and eucalyptus steam room. In partnership with La Mer, guests can indulge in luxurious treatments like the Genaissance de La Mer Facial.
“Reflecting the St. Regis’ legacy of excellence, The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort stands out as a new symbol of resort glamour,” said Winfred van Workum, general manager of The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort. “This spectacular resort offers a global experience you would typically need a passport to enjoy, but it’s right here on some of the country’s finest beaches.”
Reservations are now being accepted for stays beginning October 22, 2024. For more information and bookings, visit The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort website.
