Opening summer of 2024, The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort marks the only St. Regis launching in the U.S. this year and the largest development on the island in over 50 years. Nestled on Sarasota’s most coveted barrier island, just beyond the city’s charming downtown, thriving food scene, and rich cultural attractions, sits the sprawling 18-acre beachside sanctuary. With its 168 elegant rooms, 800 feet of private beach, four-acre saltwater lagoon, 20,000-square-foot destination spa, multiple pools, seven chef-driven outlets, and 34,000 square feet of both indoor and outdoor meeting space, St. Regis Longboat Key is transforming luxury on Florida’s Gulf Coast.
Unique Amenities
The resort’s amenities begin before you set foot through the front doors, with 800 feet of private, white-sand beach, multiple swimming pools and luxurious cabanas, and a 475-foot-long winding river with cascading waterfalls leading into the grotto, a sanctuary complete with jacuzzi and champagne service at the touch of a button. A lagoon wildlife reserve comprises a 350,000-gallon habitat with three different species of nearly 50 stingrays, over 2,800 local reef fish spanning 40 species, and two Aldabra tortoises, offering guests a meaningful connection to nature.
Spanning 20,000 square feet of oceanfront property, the St. Regis Spa is primed to rival any destination spa on the East Coast. Upon entering, guests will be greeted by The Celebration Bar so grand that it elevates the moment to a special occasion before check-in. From body to skincare, a wide range of signature treatments incorporates natural ingredients and the latest skincare technology. An expansive hydrothermal area features a Finnish sauna, a eucalyptus steam room, a snow shower, vitality waters, a cold plunge, and sensorial showers. The extraordinary Relaxation Lounge leads guests to a terrace with an infinity-edge vitality pool overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Additionally, guests can take advantage of the state-of-the-art fitness center with Technogym equipment and salon facilities, catering to both guests and residents alike.
A Culinary Destination on The Key
Seven culinary venues, each embodying revered St. Regis traditions and various social functions, mirror the Astors’ hospitality and legacy as the original house of celebration. Featured designs by interior design firm Dutch East Design and HBA ensure a distinctive experience at every turn. Upon entering the lobby, guests encounter The St. Regis Bar – the focal point that will become the resort’s living room, a place to gather over drinks and entertainment with piano and other performances. The hotel’s signature restaurant, CW Prime, will feature expertly prepared steakhouse classics from premium cuts of aged beef, fresh seafood, and salads, with theatrical tableside preparations. In The Spirit Room, a private cocktail speakeasy experience with exclusive on-demand service by CW Prime’s mixologist via a secret call button will be available by reservation only. Riva’s coastal Italian dining will focus on high-quality, seasonal ingredients and will have an interactive and exclusive pasta bar where a chef will be preparing fresh pasta counter-side. The property’s multiple indoor/outdoor dining experiences include Aura, a sophisticated interpretation of an open-air pool grill with Latin American fare inspired by the tropical surroundings and the vibrancy of Latin American culture. Oshen, a rooftop lounge with picturesque views of the water, will be exclusively open to hotel guests and resort members, serving elevated cocktails and seafood-focused small plates and raw-bar dishes with Nikkei style cuisine. Monkey Bar is an ode to a beloved local destination that attracted people from all walks of life including artists, writers, politicos, and celebrities. The St. Regis Longboat Key’s reimagined Monkey Bar will offer tiki cocktails and limited bar snacks including a “Murph Dog,” named after longtime Colony owner Murray “Murf” Klauber. For day refreshments, Caroline’s will offer a mix of health-forward specialty drinks, coffee, espresso, tea, and homemade pastry indulgences.
Meeting Spaces
Easily accessible to some of the country’s top markets and boasting some of the most beautiful beaches and cultural attractions, St. Regis Longboat Key will put Sarasota on the map for meetings, incentive travel, and weddings. Offering over 34,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor meeting and event space, alongside unrivaled St. Regis hospitality, St. Regis Longboat Key not only caters to business gatherings but also upholds the brand’s legacy as a gathering place for iconic celebrations, events, and meetings of all kinds, including breathtaking weddings set against the backdrop of Longboat Key’s scenic beauty.
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