Cheeca Lodge & Spa in Islamorada, Florida Keys

Cheeca Lodge & Spa is a luxury resort situated on 27 acres of oceanfront property in Islamorada, Florida, featuring a 525-foot fishing pier, the longest in the Florida Keys, and a 9-hole par-3 golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus. The resort offers two swimming pools, including an adult-only heated lap pool with dedicated butler service designed for tranquility and relaxation. Guests have access to a private white-sand beach, six tennis courts, and a full-service watersports facility with complimentary kayaking and paddleboarding.

On-site dining includes Atlantic's Edge, serving tropically-inspired cuisine, and Nikai Sushi Bar & Restaurant, which offers nigiri and sashimi at a twelve-seat sushi bar. The award-winning beverage program has received the Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator, and Florida Trend Magazine named the resort among Florida's Best Places to Dine. Guests can also dine at the tiki bar, which serves cocktails and snacks, with additional options for breakfast in the room and special diet menus upon request.

The on-site spa provides a comprehensive range of treatments, including body scrubs, facials, couples massage, and body wraps, with access to steam room, hot tub, and spa lounge relaxation area. A fully equipped fitness center offers yoga classes, fitness locker rooms, and massage chairs for post-workout recovery. The spa also features a couples massage room and spa/wellness packages that include access to all spa facilities.

Guests can fish from the 525-foot fishing pier or book charters directly from the resort dock, while snorkeling at North America's only living coral barrier reef is accessible nearby. The resort offers complimentary bicycle rental, tennis equipment, table tennis, billiards, and live music performances at the tiki bar. Additional amenities include a game room, movie nights, live sport events, and a complimentary shuttle service within a 2-mile radius for local dining and shopping.

Guest rooms include dark hardwood furniture, private balconies with resort or ocean views, and 42-inch flat-screen TVs with DVD players. Family-friendly amenities include an indoor play area, kids' outdoor play equipment, board games, and movie nights, with cribs and extra beds available upon request. The resort has hosted notable guests since 1946 and offers family rooms, soundproof rooms, and accessibility features such as wheelchair-accessible paths and elevator access.

Pier: 525-foot fishing pier, the longest in the Florida Keys

Golf: 9-hole course designed by Jack Nicklaus

Dining: Three restaurants plus a twelve-seat sushi bar

Spa: Full-service spa with steam room and couples massage

Pool: Adult-only heated lap pool with butler service

Activities: Complimentary kayaking, paddleboarding, tennis, and bikes

History: Resort welcoming celebrities and dignitaries since 1946