ROOMS & SUITES: 263

Barefoot elegance is the trademark of Cheeca Lodge. Escape to the crown jewel of Florida Keys Resorts.

Just over an hour south of Miami, Cheeca's luxurious guest rooms and suites, nationally acclaimed restaurants and first class meeting facilities make this 27-acre estate the perfect location for your next vacation or meeting. Amenities include six tennis courts, a newly constructed full service spa, two swimming pools and a saltwater lagoon, 1,100 feet of golden beach, complete watersport facilities, an environmental awareness programme for children, charter fishing and diving trips, a dive centre, a 525 ft fishing pier and a 9-hole golf course. Enjoy sweeping views of the ocean at the fabulous Atlantic's Edge Dining Room. Revel in casual, open-air dining at the Ocean Terrace Grill or enjoy cocktails and light snacks in the Curt Gowdy Lounge.

WOW FACTORS

• A 1940's classic with a rich history, Cheeca Lodge was renovated and reinvigorated in 2010. A-List guests have included everyone from Paul Newman to President Bush.
• The resort has a new lagoon area as well as an adults-only pool open from dawn 'til dusk with private cabanas.
• All of the suites come with large living rooms and furnished balconies.
• Premium Oceanfront Suites have impressive water views as well as an open-air bathtub.
• The lobby bar is a tropical-themed space for enjoying cocktails and people-watching.
• Cheeca's concierges can help arrange activities like sport fishing and swimming with dolphins.
• Excellent stargazing.

AWARDS

Wine Spectator Award

INSIDER TIPS

• A $39 per day activities resort fee provides unlimited use of bicycles, fishing rods, 9-hole Jack Nicklaus golf course, kayaks, WiFi, parking and more.
• The resort is very family-oriented. Camp Cheeca environmental program for kids (full days of fishing, arts and crafts, scavenger hunts, lagoon swimming and snorkeling, for a fee).

FACILITIES

Beach Club/Service
Fishing (extra charge)
Golf Course on property
Fitness Center / Gym
Jacuzzi/Whirlpool
Kids Club
Scuba Diving (extra charge)
Spa
Swimming Pool - Outdoor
Tennis Court(s)
Water Sports
Weddings & Celebrations
Banquet, Meeting & Conference Facilities

EXPLORE

Back Country Fishing - 0.5 miles
Deep Sea Fishing - 0.5 miles
Theatre of the Sea - 2 miles
Dolphins Cove - 18 miles
Dolphin Plus - 18 miles
Dolphin Research Center - 20 miles
Everglades National Park - 45 miles
Indian Key Preserve - 2 miles
Key West - 82 miles
Lignum Vitae Key - 3 miles
Pennkamp Underwater Park - 18 miles
State Park
Theatre of The Sea

AIRPORT

Miami International Airport (MIA)

AIRPORT DISTANCE

78 miles/100 minutes

HIGH SEASON

November through April

GETTING THERE

Transfers from Miami International Airport (MIA) are approximately $75 per person, each way, and can be arranged through the property. Taxis from MIA are approximately $175 per car, each way.

CONTACT DETAILS

Reservations: 1-800-327-2888
Direct: 305-664-4651

CHILD POLICY

Up to 2 children 15 and under can be accommodated in addition to the double occupancy for a fee of $15 per child, per night using existing bedding within maximum occupancy.

PET POLICY

Pets not permitted.

SMOKING POLICY

Smoking in designated outdoor areas only.