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Cheeca Lodge & Spa (**NEWLY RENOVATED**)

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81801 Overseas Highway Islamorada, FL 33036

Overview

Chain
Independent / Other
Brand
Independent
Built
1946
Renovated
2022
Total meeting space
107,374 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms
243
Venue type
Resort

Ratings

AAA
4

Awards

~ Trip Advisor 2017 Certificate of Excellence ~ Conde Nast 2016 Readers Choice Top 10 Florida Keys ~ Trip Advisor 2016 Certificate of Excellence ~ Trip Advisor 2015 Certificate of Excellence ~ Featured in Recommend Magazine April 2014 ~ USA Today's 2014 Top 10 Resort Swimming Pools ~ TripAdvisor 2014 Certificate of Excellence ~ Conde Nast 2013 Readers Choice Top 100 ~ Conde Nast 2011 Top 150 U.S. Resorts ~ Wine Spectator 2011 Award of Excellence ~ Wine Spectator 2010 Award of Excellence

Venue Highlights

Amenities

Room features and guest services

  • Calls (local)
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (ocean or water)
  • Voicemail box

Facilities

  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Rental car service
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Business services

  • AV capabilities
  • Video conference
  • VIP services

AV capabilities

  • AV equipment
  • Onsite AV staff

Recreational activities

  • Golf course on grounds
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa or salon
  • Tennis courts
  • Water sports
  • Whirlpool

Venue accessibility

  • Airport shuttle
  • Bus
  • Taxi

Equipment

  • Dance floor
  • Loading dock
  • Portable heaters
  • Portable walls
  • Staging area

Getting Here

CLOSEST AIRPORTS: Marathon Airport (MTH) – 30 mi Miami International Airport (MIA) – 79 mi Ft. Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) – 109 mi FROM MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (MIA) Head east on NW 21st Street Turn right on NW 37th Avenue Take a right onto NW 14th Street Turn right onto S Le Jeune Road Take the ramp onto FL-836 W Take the exit for FL-826 S toward Coral Way Continue onto FL-874 (signs for Toll Road/Homestead) Merge onto Florida 821 Toll S/Homestead Extension of Florida’sTurnpike Exit onto US-1 S/NE 1st Avenue towards Key West Cheeca Lodge will be on your left *Please note that Florida’s Turnpike roads do not accept cash for tolls – they use the Sun Pass prepaid toll system. FROM MARATHON AIRPORT (MTH) Head east on Rick Turner Take the first left onto US-1 N/Overseas Highway Cheeca Lodge will be on your right FROM FORT LAUDERDALE AIRPORT (FLL) Head west on Terminal Drive Follow signs for I-595 W/I-95/Florida’s Turnpike and merge onto I-595 W Take exit 8 for Florida’s Turnpike S Take the exit toward Homestead Merge onto Florida 821 Toll S/Homestead Extension of Florida’s Turnpike Exit on the left onto U.S. 1 S/NE 1st Avenue toward Key West Cheeca Lodge will be on your left

Parking

  • Complimentary parking
  • Valet parking
  • Bus parking

Distance from airport

  • 75 mi. from venue

Cheeca Lodge & Spa (**NEWLY RENOVATED**) Meeting Space

Total meeting space107,374 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms30
Largest room10,000 sq. ft.
Second largest room2,065 sq. ft.
Space (Private)10,000 sq. ft.
Space (Semi-private)9,460 sq. ft.
Space (Outdoor)100,000 sq. ft.
Exhibit Space10,000 sq. ft.
Filters
Meeting rooms
Room size
Ceiling height
Room dimensions
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
10,000 sq. ft.
17.7 ft.
112 ft. x 72 ft.
1,576
270
790
1,576
1,182
2,065 sq. ft.
12 ft.
59 ft. x 35 ft.
200
60
120
175
200
1,033 sq. ft.
12 ft.
29.5 ft. x 35 ft.
90
24
60
75
90
1,032 sq. ft.
12 ft.
29.5 ft. x 35 ft.
90
24
60
75
90
748 sq. ft.
12 ft.
34 ft. x 22 ft.
60
20
40
50
60
374 sq. ft.
12 ft.
17 ft. x 22 ft.
30
10
20
25
30
374 sq. ft.
12 ft.
17 ft. x 22 ft.
30
10
20
25
30
1,870 sq. ft.
9 ft.
47 ft. x 41.5 ft.
120
32
90
100
120

Guest Rooms

Total guest rooms243
Single (1 bed)154
Double (2 beds)94
Suites166
Single (1 bed) rate$199.00 – $1,999.00
Double (2 beds) rate$199.00 – $1,999.00
Tax rate7.5%
Occupancy rate5%

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Indian Key State Historic Site

Park
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Long Key State Park

Park
15 mi. away
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Sea Lion, Stingray, Shark Encounters

Recreation
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Park
1 mi. away
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Recreation
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Backcountry & Flats Fishing

Recreation
5 minutes away
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Meet in Paradise at The Legendary Cheeca Lodge & Spa: -Located on 27 lush oceanfront acres, just 90 minutes from Miami via Florida's historic Overseas Highway -In the heart of the Florida Keys, midway between Miami and Key West; in the heartbeat of Islamorada- known as the sportfishing capital of the world -243 spacious rooms (QQ and king options) and large suites (studio, 1- and 2-bedroom) with classic "Island chic" decor -10 two-bedroom luxury Casitas. -1 Exclusive one-bedroom luxury Casita - Guestroom views include golf course, resort gardens, spa lagoon & waterfall, ocean and beachfront -Concierge style champagne check-in -Picturesque venues and limitless options for energizing activities and teambuilding -Over 16,000 square feet of flexible indoor meeting space for groups of 10 to 200 - Over 100,000 square feet of outdoor function space including beaches, terraces, golf course, Tahitian style spa island, and more - Three on-site restaurants: Atlantic's Edge (fine dining), Mia Cucina (family-friendly Italian), and Nikai Sushi -Four on-site bars: Lobby Bar, Beachfront Tiki Bar, 25 South Tiki Bar and Nikai Sushi lounge featuring two ocean view terraces -Two restaurants on the Bay: The Beach Cafe and Pierre's Restaurant -Full-service spa with private adult-only poolside cabanas - Recreation includes 4 tennis courts, 9 holes of golf, sports courts (basketball, pickle ball, shuffleboard), 3 pools, full line of water sports & beach toys, Camp Cheeca for kids, and much more

Seasonality

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High season
Dec 20 – Dec 31
Jan 1 – Apr 27
Shoulder season
Apr 28 – Aug 17
Low season
Aug 18 – Dec 19

Facility Restrictions

-BRAND NEW 10,000 sq ft Islamorada Ballroom -Capacity to host receptions of 1500 persons indoor and 1000 persons outdoors -Largest meeting room seats approx. 788 for Banquets and 675 ppl classroom style -43 Brand new Luxury Premier Guest Suites -All guestrooms are non-smoking

Additional Information

The Legend Lives On! 2022 New Developments at Cheeca Lodge: + 43 newly built Luxury Oceanfront Suites and 10,000 sq ft. Islamorada Ballroom with: o Pillarless 10,000 square feet Ballroom o Accommodates up to 1,000 guests for receptions & 788 for Banquet-Styled Dinners o Retractable Walls for 3 Flexible Breakout Room capabilities o Majestic Ceilings Height of 17 ft 7” o State of the Art Technology & Rigging o Generously sized foyer area for coastal-inspired receptions and exhibits o Bold Modernist Doorways o Dramatic designer chandeliers o Cool Couture Décor furnishings for conversation-worthy seating o Ecosystem Technology – Lutron Electronics Dimming Lighting System o Symphony of Romantic Scones and Ambient Art Lighting o Panoramic golf views Be one of the first to experience our brand-new suites, inquire about our amazing midweek promos now!