St. Regis Hotels and Resorts have announced the opening of The St. Regis Bermuda Resort. Extending the legacy of St. Regis from New York’s finest address of 55th and Fifth, the resort blends the timelessness of a bygone era with avant-garde Bermudian design and cultural influences.
The St. Regis Bermuda Resort is the 1st Marriott International luxury brand property.
George Fleck, Vice President and Global Brand Leader, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, said:
Bermuda has long served as an exclusive destination for the global luminaries, making it the ideal location to debut a glamorous new St. Regis resort. Much like the island, St. Regis is steeped in rich history, offering a storied past and exciting future. The St. Regis brand’s founding family, the Astors, spent time on this beautiful island more than a century ago. Now, the House of Astor’s celebrated traditions and rituals will bring this visionary spirit, avant-garde style and impeccable service back to Bermuda where our address is your muse.
Jan Vanhaelewyn, General Manager, The St. Regis Bermuda Resort, said:
The St. Regis Bermuda Resort promises to be an enchanted beachfront oasis for guests and local luminaries alike. With bespoke service, exquisite design, outstanding culinary venues, the historic Five Forts Golf Course, and more than a dash of glamour, we hope to inspire and contribute to the local hospitality landscape and help elevate luxury in this iconic leisure destination.
Location
The resort is situated in the historic Town of St. George’s, an UNESCO World Heritage site, and nestled among the soft sands and turquoise water of St. Catherine’s Beach.
Details
Spanning St. Catherine’s Beach in a gentle arc, the OBMI designed architecture and interiors of the property draw inspiration from the destination’s notable local geography, heritage and traditions, beautifully weaving the island’s legacy together with the glamourous spirit and sophistication of St. Regis.
Accommodations
The St. Regis Bermuda Resort 120 elegantly designed guest rooms including 21 suites and an ‘ultra-luxury’ luxury residential development offering 2 and 3 bedroom residences. Each guest room has a private balcony offering expansive views of ocean and stunning vistas of Bermuda’s celebrated Fort St. Catherine. Speaking to the island’s bold fortitude, stone foundations and formations inform texture and patterns. The purposeful irreverence of Bermuda’s fashion is brought in through saturated colors and striking geometry.
Dining
Lina is a all-day restaurant whose name is a playful nod to the nickname of St. Regis’ founding patroness Mrs. Caroline Astor. This venue features a delectable, light and fresh menu that leans into Bermuda’s coastal offerings and is inspired by the irreverent glamour of yachting clubs of the past.
Guests can head to BLT Steak NY offering guests the finest in modern steakhouse fare in the evening.
At the St. Regis Bar, guests can socialize and celebrate while enjoying champagne, libations and light bites. The resort will also debut the Gates Bay Mary, its unique twist on the brand’s signature cocktail – the Bloody Mary. The Gates Bay Mary is named for the turquoise bay bordering the resort and infuses native fennel, Goslings Gold Seal Rum, Outerbridge’s Original Sherry Peppers Sauce, and a special spice mix created on the island.
Facilities
The St. Regis Bermuda Resort features both an adult and a family swimming pool overlooking azure waters where guests can lounge luxuriantly or enjoy a private cabana for an exclusive retreat.
The St. Regis Spa offers a comprehensive menu of unique personalized treatments using natural and precious elements and featuring products by Sothys.
Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center offers state-of-the-art equipment. Younger guests will be able to enjoy unique amenities and enriching activities at The St. Regis Children’s Club, while Family Traditions programming offers meaningful excursions and experiences for the whole family.
The scenic Five Forts Golf Course is a marvelous and challenging 18-hole course. Named for the five notable forts that surround it, leisure seekers will tee off near Fort Victoria and enjoy captivating ocean views as they make their way through the 4,436 yard course, concluding at Fort St. Catherine. GPS enabled gold carts ensure the brand’s bespoke service reaches guests no matter where they are on the green.
St. Regis will debut its 1st casino at the resort that is slated to open later this year. This 5,500 sq. ft. gaming floor offers a variety of options for guests looking to roll the dice, in addition to a salon privé with two private tables. The resort also features 10,989 square feet of events space. Offerings include a state-of-the-art boardroom, an exceptional ballroom that can host up to 150 people and a stunning terrace for oceanside events.
Meanwhile, St. Regis Dubai, The Palm opened a few days ago marking the brand’s debut on Palm Jumeirah. The luxury brand has also signed an agreement with RDK Tourism Investment to rebrand Renaissance Downtown Dubai to St. Regis.
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