Presiding over 18 acres of beachfront property on a barrier island near Sarasota, Florida, The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort opened in time for the summer travel season. The resort offers 168 guestrooms, including 26 suites with private terraces. Room features highlight wood plank floors, rainfall showers, freestanding tubs and walk-in closets for a relaxed, contemporary stay.
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“This is not just another hotel opening; it represents a new era in luxury travel to the Gulf Coast,” said Winfred van Workum, general manager of The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort. Longboat Key offers understated elegance, striking natural scenery and a rich cultural heritage—an ideal setting for a refined coastal retreat.
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The resort’s design team includes SB Architects, Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA Miami) and Dutch East Design, whose combined efforts create a modern coastal aesthetic. Wellness is central to the property: a 20,000-square-foot spa offers signature body therapies and skincare treatments alongside a hydrotherapy zone with a Finnish sauna, eucalyptus steam room, snow shower, cold plunge and additional water features. Guests can begin their spa experience at The Celebration Bar, which serves handcrafted beverages made with Champagne and locally sourced ingredients.
Additional amenities support a comprehensive wellness and leisure program. The fitness center provides modern equipment for strength and cardio training. A salon offers grooming and beauty services, while an infinity-edge pool overlooks the Gulf of Mexico, creating a serene spot for relaxation and sunset viewing.
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Dining at the resort covers a range of tastes and atmospheres. CW Prime serves steaks, while Riva focuses on coastal Italian cuisine. Aura offers Latin American flavors in an indoor-outdoor setting, and Caroline’s provides a casual breakfast café option. Guests can enjoy tiki-style cocktails at Monkey Bar, classic drinks at The St. Regis Bar, or elevated small plates and panoramic views from the Oshen rooftop lounge.
For events and meetings, The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort features more than 34,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, suitable for business conferences, weddings and private gatherings. With its combination of luxury accommodations, extensive wellness facilities, diverse dining and ample event capacity, the resort positions itself as a new destination for travelers seeking refined coastal experiences on Florida’s Gulf Coast.