A playful energy permeates the newly reimagined Beach Club at The Boca Raton. Here, laid-back beachside charm combines with high-end resort glamour to create one of Palm Beach County’s most exclusive—and joyful—waterfront escapes. The stunning $130 million redesign of the beloved Florida Gold Coast icon reveals a new look and 210 brand-new, fully renovated rooms and suites featuring stunning views of the sparkling Atlantic Ocean.
One of five hotel concepts within The Boca Raton, Beach Club is where luxury and leisure meet in breezy harmony. Though decidedly luxe, an easy, lighthearted vibe fills the rarefied air. Its seaside whimsy is evidenced by Sorbetto, the resort’s branded Fiat 500, a custom-designed boat that adds a dash of Italian flair while offering a fanciful way to explore the Intracoastal Waterway. It’s essentially a transformed Fiat 500—small, sleek, and complete with all the charming details you'd expect from the beloved car brand. It’s perfect for a leisurely cruise.
Additional whimsy is delivered via the resort’s signature coral color, found in guest rooms via velvet loveseats and complimentary flip-flops, adorning swimming pool umbrellas, and dominating the spiffy commercial carts that carry guests to the Lake Boca Raton dock for transfer to The Boca Raton’s Harborside—home to the resort’s other four hotels. The cheery color can’t help but induce smiles. Nor can the friendly professionalism of Beach Club’s attentive staff. “It’s the kind of hospitality that feels effortless but unforgettable,” says Daniel A. Hostettler, President & CEO of The Boca Raton.
Located on a half mile stretch of private golden beach, the resort brings the essence of its seaside locale into every moment of the day and night. Curated programming invites guests to sink their toes in the sand and lounge the day away, partake in water adventures, or discover moments of rejuvenation. Beach wellness sessions include Sunset Yoga and a monthly Full Moon Yoga class. A Ritual Series includes First Light oceanside wellness classes guided by expert instructors, and a Light the Night sunset fire ritual. At Living Room, the resort’s urbane, lobby located gathering spot, guests can kick-off the evening with a special energizing cocktail, or wind down the day with a Night’s End ritual that matches a mellow mood. When not relaxing on the beach or enjoying ocean adventures such as surfing and pedal kayaking, guests can take a dip in three pools. Or they can opt for a day at the Cabana Club by Vilebrequin, a collection of vibrant pool cabanas designed in partnership with St. Tropez swimwear brand Vilebrequin.
With an enhanced focus on culinary experiences, Beach Club introduces standout restaurants, including Marisol, a collaboration with Michelin-award-winning chef and raw bar expert Johnny Spero. At Onda, Beach Club’s new sand-side restaurant featuring outdoor dining inspired by iconic coastal destinations, Executive Chef Adriano Venturini of Eden Roc Cap Cana, the Dominican Republic’s only Relais & Châteaux hotel, creates dishes such as Langosta al Coco, poached Maine lobster with creamy coconut sauce.
An additional bonus of a Beach Club stay is the access it also provides to The Boca Raton’s Harborside properties and restaurants. Just a short shuttle or Water Taxi ride away, guests can indulge in the offerings at Cloister, Yacht Club, Tower, and Bungalows. Amenities within this part of the resort include boutique shopping, an 18-hole golf course, a Racquet Club with 14 tennis courts and 12 pickleball courts, the fabulous Forbes Five-Star Spa Palmera, modeled after Spain's Alhambra Palace, and Harborside Pool Club with its water slides and lazy river.
Culinary offerings at Harborside include Major Food Group restaurants. Co-founded by Chef Mario Carbone of New York City’s famed CARBONE, these super popular restaurants are open only to guests of the resort and to club members—a bonus for anyone desiring to dine at a Mario Carbone hot spot such as Principessa Ristorante, an upscale Italian restaurant with lakefront views; Sadelle's, the famed New York City deli serving breakfast and brunch in a garden setting; the glamorous Flamingo Grill, a clubby spot atop the resort’s golf club, and Japanese Bocce Club, serving traditional Japanese cuisine with a modern twist in a indoor/outdoor, twinkle-lit setting. And yes, an adjacent bocce court invites spirited play.
The Boca Raton originally opened in 1926 as The Ritz-Carlton Cloister Inn, and throughout its nearly 100 storied years, it has seen a number of renovations and re-imaginings. With the unveiling of the effortlessly stylish Beach Club, it’s clear that the resort is poised for another 100 years of legendary service, unforgettable moments, and endless fun. Here, the atmosphere is as carefree and chic as the oceanfront setting it calls home. Whether visiting for the beach, the cuisine, the wellness, or just to bask in the luxury of it all, Beach Club at The Boca Raton is where the good life gets even better.
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