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Choose St. Regis Longboat Key for Gulf beach days with Sarasota's museums within reach, rather than a stay centered on downtown nightlife.

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Prioritize an ocean view and private balcony when choosing your room, so you can enjoy the Gulf without joining the shared pool areas.

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If traveling with a pet dog, plan care during beach and pool visits; pets cannot enter those areas or stay unattended in rooms.

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St Regis Longboat Key Resort

The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort brings a refined coastal stay to Florida's Gulf Coast, just outside Sarasota. It sits on a barrier island known for soft sand, calm water, and a quieter pace than many larger beach towns. The resort has a polished style, but the mood remains relaxed. Guests come for Gulf views, wide beaches, generous rooms, and a setting that feels private without being remote. It is a strong choice for couples, families, and travelers who want Florida beach time with elegant service.

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4.7/5 90 Member Reviews 67% Upgrade Rate

Rooms

  • 166 166

Hotel Style

  • Charming Charming

Leisure

  • Fitness Fitness
  • Pool Pool
  • Spa Spa

Experiences

  • Wellness Wellness
  • Beach Beach

Facilities

  • Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
  • Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair Accessible
  • Connecting Rooms Connecting Rooms

Rooms & Suites at St Regis Longboat Key Resort

Superior Room
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Superior Room

452 sqft
From 1’010 USD

The Superior Room has 42 m² and a balcony, with either one King bed or two Queen beds according to the booked layout. This category...

Superior Partial Bay View Room
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Superior Partial Bay View Room

452 sqft
From 1’089 USD

Partial bay views accompany this Superior Room’s balcony and 42 m² layout. The booked bed arrangement is either one King or two Queens, with a...

Deluxe Ocean View Room
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Deluxe Ocean View Room

527 sqft
From 1’541 USD

Ocean views and a balcony are part of the Deluxe Room’s 49 m² layout. Beds are either one King or two Queens, as booked, with...

Grand Deluxe Ocean View Room
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Grand Deluxe Ocean View Room

463–527 sqft
From 1’835 USD

Grand Deluxe comes in distinct layouts: the King Terrace room measures 43 m², while the Ocean View rooms measure 49 m² with either one King...

Marie Selby Ocean View Suite
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Marie Selby Ocean View Suite

893 sqft
From 2’840 USD

Marie Selby Suite offers 83 m² with ocean views and a balcony. A King bed and a sofa bed provide sleeping accommodation for up to...

Mable Ringling Ocean View Suite
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Mable Ringling Ocean View Suite

915 sqft
From 4’154 USD

Floor-to-ceiling French doors frame the ocean views from the Mable Ringling Suite’s private terrace. The 85 m² plan includes one King bedroom and a sofa...

Lora Whitney Ocean View Suite
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Lora Whitney Ocean View Suite

926 sqft
From 4’196 USD

Ocean views and a balcony distinguish the Lora Whitney Suite. Its 86 m² plan combines a king bed with a sofa bed, with accommodation for...

Eugenie Clark Ocean View Suite
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Eugenie Clark Ocean View Suite

926 sqft
From 4’875 USD

The Eugenie Clark Suite pairs ocean views with a private terrace. Inside, the 86 m² layout has a king bed and a sofa bed, accommodating...

John Jacob Astor Oceanfront Suite
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John Jacob Astor Oceanfront Suite

980 sqft
From 5’821 USD

The John Jacob Astor Suite has an oceanfront setting and a private balcony with Gulf views. Its 91 m² layout includes one King bedroom and...

Irene Colson Suite
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Irene Colson Suite

1,008 sqft
From 5’821 USD

An oceanfront position and a balcony accompany the Irene Colson Suite. Its 1,008 sq ft layout has a King bed and a sofa bed, with...

2 Bedroom Caroline Astor Ocean View Suite
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2 Bedroom Caroline Astor Ocean View Suite

1,378 sqft
From 6’287 USD

Two bedrooms and a separate living room make the Caroline Astor Suite a choice for guests traveling together. The 128 m² layout has one King...

2 Bedroom Katherine Klauber Suite
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2 Bedroom Katherine Klauber Suite

1,862 sqft
From 9’056 USD

The Katherine Klauber Suite combines two bedrooms with a separate living room and dining area. Across 173 m², it provides a King bed, two Queen...

3 Bedroom Presidential Suite
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3 Bedroom Presidential Suite

2,241 sqft
From 17’023 USD

The Presidential Suite’s three-bedroom layout has two King beds and two Queen beds. This layout accommodates up to eight guests. Its oceanfront setting is accompanied...

Longboat Key has a distinct character. It is close to Sarasota, yet it feels more residential and calm. The island has beaches, bays, marinas, golf, and easy access to dining and culture nearby. Guests can spend the day by the water, then drive into Sarasota for galleries, restaurants, or a performance. This mix gives the resort a useful position. It works for guests who want rest, but also want more than a simple beach stay.

The Gulf side is the main draw. The sand, warm light, and open horizon shape the pace of each day. Morning walks can be quiet. Afternoons can be slow and sunny. Evenings often bring soft colors over the water. The resort uses this setting well, with spaces that keep the coast in view. Guests do not need to work hard to feel connected to the place.

Sarasota adds another layer to the stay. Its museums, gardens, theaters, and restaurants are close enough for an easy outing. That means guests can enjoy the island by day and still add culture at night. The resort works well for this pattern because returning feels simple and calm.

The resort feels new, elegant, and coastal. Public spaces use light tones, refined materials, and relaxed seating. The design is polished, but it avoids a heavy formal mood. It suits Longboat Key because it feels both graceful and easy. Guests can arrive in travel clothes, settle in quickly, and shift into a slower rhythm.

Service supports that transition. Staff members help with arrival, luggage, transport, dining plans, beach needs, and daily timing. The tone is attentive, but not stiff. Families can feel comfortable. Couples can find quiet corners. Business travelers adding leisure time can keep the stay smooth. The resort has structure, yet it still feels like a coastal escape.

Rooms and suites are designed for space, light, and comfort. Interiors use soft colors, warm textures, and large windows. Many rooms look toward the Gulf, gardens, or resort grounds. Beds are restful, seating is practical, and the layout gives guests room to unpack. The rooms feel calm after a day in the sun.

Bathrooms add to the sense of ease. Expect bright finishes, wide vanity areas, separate showers, and deep tubs in many categories. Outdoor areas or balconies bring in sea air and views. Suites are useful for longer stays or families who need more living space. The best rooms let guests move between private rest and resort life without effort.

The beach is central to the stay. It gives the resort its rhythm and its mood. Guests can walk, swim, read, or spend long hours near the water. The pools add another setting for sunny days, with space for families, couples, and quiet breaks. The design keeps leisure simple. Guests can move from room to pool, beach, lunch, and shade with ease.

This ease is important on Longboat Key. The island is made for unhurried days. The resort supports that with comfortable seating, attentive service, and a layout that keeps the beach close. A day can start with coffee and a walk, continue with swimming, pause for lunch, and end with sunset over the Gulf. Nothing needs to feel forced.

Dining reflects the coastal setting. Guests can expect fresh seafood, bright flavors, relaxed lunches, and more polished evening meals. The restaurants and bars give the resort social energy without turning it loud. Meals can be casual after the beach or more refined at night. The setting does much of the work, especially when the Gulf light changes in the evening.

The lounges and bars also serve as places to gather. They work for a quiet drink, a family pause, or a conversation after dinner. Sarasota's dining scene is close enough for variety, but the resort has enough choice for guests who prefer to stay in. This makes the property easy for short trips and longer stays.

Wellness fits naturally into a beach resort. Spa spaces, fitness areas, pools, and time outdoors all help guests reset. The Gulf Coast climate encourages movement in the morning and slower afternoons. Guests can keep a routine, book a treatment, or spend the day with no schedule at all. The property gives space for both active and quiet travel.

Longboat Key also opens the door to local experiences. Guests can explore Sarasota, visit museums, enjoy boating, play golf, or spend time near the bay. Families may value the balance of beach and easy outings. Couples may prefer long meals, spa time, and sunset walks. The resort gives each kind of stay a refined base.

The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort is shaped by its Gulf Coast setting. It has the polish of a luxury resort, but its best quality is the sense of calm. The property does not feel like a busy city hotel or a crowded beach club. It feels measured, bright, and coastal. That makes it a natural fit for Longboat Key.

The resort is best for travelers who want Florida beach comfort with a high level of service. Its strengths are clear: a strong Gulf location, restful rooms, direct beach life, polished dining, wellness spaces, and access to Sarasota. It gives guests a way to enjoy the coast without losing ease or privacy. The stay feels warm, smooth, and connected to the water from morning to evening. It is easy to settle in and stay longer. The island pace supports that feeling well.

Why we love this hotel

Why we love this hotel

The family-friendly Winding River and separate adults-only Vilebrequin pool give different generations water settings suited to their own pace during shared vacations.

Oshen brings Japanese and Peruvian flavors to a rooftop lounge, pairing Nikkei dishes with sunset views for an evening beyond poolside dining.

The spa's Gulf-facing Relaxation Lounge offers a quiet place before treatments, letting the sea remain part of your day away from the beach.

Location of The St Regis Longboat Key Resort

1601 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, FL 34228, United States

Weather at St Regis Longboat Key Resort

Longboat Key

What to Know About St Regis Longboat Key Resort

Is The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort a good luxury beach resort?

Yes. The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort is a strong choice for travelers who want a refined Gulf Coast beach stay. The resort has 168 rooms and suites, private terraces, beach access, pools, spa facilities, dining, and a polished Longboat Key setting.

Where is The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort located?

The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort is located at 1601 Gulf of Mexico Drive on Longboat Key, Florida. The location places guests on a barrier island near Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, Mote Marine Laboratory, and the Gulf of Mexico.

What makes The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort stand out?

The resort stands out for its beachfront setting, broad pool areas, private terraces, and high-service St. Regis style. It also adds a saltwater lagoon wildlife experience, chef-led dining, spa facilities, and sunset views over the Gulf.

How many rooms and suites does The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort have?

The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort has 168 guest rooms, including 26 suites. All rooms and suites include private terraces, which are especially valuable for guests who want outdoor space and coastal views.

What are the rooms like at The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort?

Rooms and suites feel spacious, calm, and coastal, with private terraces and views toward the Gulf, gardens, or resort grounds. They suit travelers who want a true beach resort stay with more privacy and comfort than a standard city hotel.

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