It's been a long time coming. There have been sneak peaks, advanced stays and such. However, Margaritaville Fort Myers Beach officially opens to the public today. Even though Margaritaville officially opens, not all of its amenities are up and running just yet. For instance, the Fins Up! Beach Club that is pictured above. This cool oasis is set for opening in mid-January. If you have booked a stay before it opens, the resort will give you complimentary beach chairs and umbrellas right on the beach.
The resort has lots of live music, several dining and drinking options as well as a spa.
Room rates start at just over $300 a night. There are just over 250 rooms of different sizes and with a variety of views. Day passes are available for anyone who is not staying over night. In addition, valet parking is offered for both guests and the public at a daily rate. Margaritaville employees close to 400 people. Many of the staff are those who lost their jobs and homes last year when Hurricane Ian hit.
Margaritaville Officially Opens
“It’s official - Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach is now open and we are ready to transport guests to a vacation state of mind,” said David Cesario, general manager of Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach. “After a difficult few years for the community, our new resort is the ultimate place to kick back and relax and we are thrilled to bring our casual-luxe destination to the residents and visitors of Southwest Florida.”
The community looks forward to the Margaritaville Fort Myers Beach opening as well. Many are hoping the opening of this resort will be the shot in the arm that the beach needs following Hurricane Ian.
One Florida Hotel Is Among The Most Expensive In America
When it comes to luxury accommodations, the sky is the limit when it comes to the price per night and one Florida hotel is among the most expensive in America.
When I travel, the type of hotel I stay in really depends on how much time I plan on spending there and what amenities I plan on using. I took myself on a little getaway up to Clearwater Beach a few months ago and went with a higher-end resort so I could take advantage of the bars/restaurants, bike & kayak rentals, the complimentary beach chairs and the rooftop pool. When I go to Disney, I like to stay on property so I can use the park transportation and get in an hour early, plus all their properties are so gorgeous. But if I’m only going for one night, like I did last week, I just stayed at a cheap motel, it was just a place to crash for the night. I think I spent a total of 10 hours there total.
One Florida Hotel Is Among The Most Expensive In America
GoBankingRates put together a list of the 11 most expensive hotels here in the U.S. While I’m sure we’d all take an upscale hotel if we could, the reality is that even one night at some hotels could eat up your entire budget for a week-long vacation. Acqualina Resort & Spa is located in Sunny Isles and the price for one night starts at $847. BUT included in the price is a $45 spa credit so you can enjoy a massage or scrub. What do you get for $847/night? The resort has both indoor and outdoor pools, 5 restaurants and plenty of activities for kids like soccer and basketball.
You can check out the full list here. Below are the top 5 most expensive hotels in America.
5. Beverly Wilshire- Beverly Hills, CA
A night at the Beverly Wilshire starts at $862. They hotel offers the “Pretty Woman for a Day” experience that starts at $15,000 which includes a stay in the presidential suite, plus a personal shopping consultation and a couples massage.
4. Mandarin Oriental Boston- Boston, MA
A night at the Mandarin Oriental Boston starts at $1,077. The hotel is within walking distance from a lot of the city's attractions, has a five-star spa and a Gordon Ramsay restaurant, Ramsay's Kitchen.
3. Four Seasons Hotel New York- New York, NY
One night at the Four Seasons NY starts at $1,275. This hotel is located near Central Park in midtown Manhattan. For running errands around the city, the hotel has a Rolls-Royce to take get you there. Plus, the Four Seasons offers the Empire Suite Experience which includes a helicopter ride to and from the airport, plus a limo to take you around the city.
2. The Beverly Hills Hotel- Beverly Hills, CA
A night at the famed Beverly Hills hotel starts at $1,325. Enjoy complimentary mojitos and someone to clean your sunglasses poolside.
1. Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa- Rancho Santa Fe, CA
The Rancho Valencia is the most expensive hotel in America with a one night stay starting at $1,396. The hotel offers e-bikes, fitness classes, complimentary golf clubs to use at a number of nearby courses, plus fresh-squeezed OJ and a paper delivered to your room each morning.
