Set on 17 acres of beachfront east of Miami’s mainland bustle, the resort introduces a calmer, more contemporary expression of coastal luxury. The lobby now opens with an airy expanse of glass framing the Atlantic, pulling sea and sky directly into the arrival experience. Soft neutrals, sculptural lighting, and polished woods shift the former traditional aesthetic into something lighter, more architectural, and unmistakably modern.
Guest rooms and suites have been reimagined in coastal tones—creams, sands, and sun-washed blues—paired with custom furnishings and elegant stone bathrooms. Every element feels quietly indulgent, designed less to impress and more to soothe.
Wellness becomes a central narrative in the rebirth. The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Key Biscayne, introduces new treatment rooms, a lush outdoor garden, and calming relaxation spaces infused with soft light and botanical notes. Fitness programming expands with a refreshed gym and partnerships with leading Miami studios, offering everything from beachside conditioning to meditative movement sessions.
The legendary Cliff Drysdale Tennis Center returns with new courts and upgraded facilities, reaffirming the resort’s status as one of the premier racquet destinations in the region. Two pools, enhanced cabanas, expanded watersports, and breezy beach lounges complete a lifestyle shaped by sun, salt air, and elegant simplicity.
Dining also steps forward with new culinary voices. Luma, the resort’s refined Italian restaurant, pairs coastal ingredients with understated glamour. Paralía brings a fresh Mediterranean rhythm, blending Greek and Turkish flavors with South Florida produce. Poolside and beachfront classics such as Dune Beach Bar, Stefano’s, and the Rum Bar reopen with polished new identities—balancing casual ease with elevated design.
The transformation positions The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne as a modern classic: relaxed, sophisticated, and deeply connected to its island setting. It is still unmistakably a Ritz-Carlton—but fresher, lighter, and crafted for travelers who seek luxury without excess and serenity without sacrifice.
The resort reopens its doors on December 8, 2025, inviting guests back to one of Miami’s most refined coastal enclaves.
This story originally appeared on Upscalelivingmag
