Marriott Celebrates Major Milestone With The Opening Of Its 9000th Property

Marriott International, Inc. recently celebrated a major milestone with the opening of its 9,000th property: The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort, a luxurious new addition on Florida’s Gulf Coast. As a longtime fan of the St. Regis brand and a Florida native myself, I can’t help but think that this location marks the perfect spot for this momentous occasion. This new resort highlights Marriott’s continued expansion in the luxury hotel market, boasting an impressive portfolio that includes seven luxury brands (St. Regis, JW Marriott, Ritz-Carlton, Ritz-Carlton Reserve, The Luxury Collection, W Hotels, and EDITION) with 522 properties across 72 countries and territories.

The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort is not only a testament to Marriott’s rapid growth—having added 1,000 properties in just over two years—but also a significant advancement in their branded residences sector. The resort features 69 private residences, which were fully sold out in under a year. These residences offer high-end amenities including spacious outdoor terraces and private elevator access.

The resort, developed by Unicorp National Developments and designed by a team including SB Architects and Hirsch Bedner Associates, represents the largest development on Longboat Key in over 50 years. Situated on 18 acres, the resort includes 168 guest rooms, including 26 suites, and offers stunning ocean views, exceptional dining, and top-tier amenities that embody the St. Regis brand.

The hotel’s grand opening was marked with a traditional St. Regis champagne sabrage ceremony, held in the resort’s Great Hall overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. There are unique activities offered at the resort which take advantage of the beautiful Florida coast, such as the “Under the Sea Lagoon Snorkeling Adventure,” where guests are accompanied by dedicated marine aquarists to explore a stunning array of tropical marine life in a tranquil, private setting. In addition, there are multiple pools, a winding river, and beachside activities for the whole family.

“We are delighted to announce the opening of The St. Regis Longboat Key, a true testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering unparalleled luxury and personalized service,” said Anthony Capuano, President and Chief Executive Officer, Marriott International. “It is particularly fitting that this magnificent hotel marks the 9,000^th property in our portfolio. This exquisitely designed new build resort embodies the elegance and sophistication synonymous with the St. Regis brand. We are excited to invite guests and Residence Owners to experience this unique blend of modern amenities and timeless charm, and we look forward to creating unforgettable memories for them in this stunning location.”

The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort is available for booking on marriott.com and will participate in the Marriott Bonvoy® travel rewards program, allowing members to earn and redeem points for their stays at the hotel, and at other hotels and resorts across Marriott’s extraordinary portfolio of more than 30 brands.

In addition to this milestone, Marriott International, Inc. also recently announced the opening of its 600^th property in the Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC) region – the Adelaide Marriott Hotel. While travel activity is currently at an all-time high, Marriott sees no slowing of expansion in not only gateway cities but emerging destinations anytime soon.