The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami Nears Completion of $100 Million Transformation

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Since closing in May 2025, The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami has advanced a sweeping $100 million transformation introducing redesigned guest rooms and suites, two new restaurant concepts, refreshed public, retail and lounge spaces, new spa, and expanded fitness and wellness offerings, spread across 17 acres. Led by Gencom and spearheaded by design architect Hart Howerton, Design Agency and Chapi Chapo Design, the project reflects the natural beauty, heritage, and relaxed spirit of Key Biscayne while balancing timeless elegance with contemporary sophistication.

Guest rooms and suites offer a renewed sanctuary of calm with freshly designed bespoke furnishings, soft textures, and a palette drawn from sea and sand. Studio suites feature kitchenettes, while all other residential suites have state-of-the-art full kitchens and generous living areas. All bathrooms within the property are newly appointed with natural stone and shower-tub combo, while upgraded one-bedroom suites are outfitted with walk-in showers, and deep soaking tubs designed for unhurried relaxation. The lobby has been revamped into an elegant arrival experience, with sculptural lighting, refined finishes, and intimate seating areas that feel both sophisticated and inviting, while the open entrance allows for a clear, uninterrupted view to the ocean.

Outdoors, revitalized terraces, pool decks, and landscaped gardens create a seamless connection to the shoreline. Private cabanas, shaded lounges, and expanded dining patios offer serene spaces to unwind, each designed to frame the beauty and quiet exclusivity of Key Biscayne. Families will find the new Ritz Kids Club, an indoor retreat that balances calming and playful elements. The space features interactive games and a vibrant focal wall designed to spark wonder, all set within serene, soothing colors, where children can explore, play, and let their curiosity flourish.

Wellness and fitness are at the heart of the resort, offering spaces for rest, renewal, and quiet discovery. The Spa at The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami has been thoughtfully redesigned to create a tranquil oasis, inspired by the island’s mangroves and limestone. Highlights include the new Spa Garden, co-ed lounge, and exclusive retail partners such as Late Checkout, alongside other handpicked brands. The new fitness center is enhanced by a partnership with Tremble, a boutique studio known for its specialized classes in strength, movement, and mindful well-being. Together, these offerings invite guests to embrace a holistic sense of balance and restoration.

New dining options will place emphasis on experiences that harmonize flavor, design, and atmosphere. The resort will debut two concepts: Luma, replacing Lightkeepers, an Italian-inspired restaurant that blends coastal tradition with modern elegance; and Paralía, replacing Cantina Beach, an Aegean-inspired destination where Greek and Turkish influences highlight Florida’s freshest seafood and produce.

Along the shoreline, Dune Beach Bar, formerly Dune Burgers on the Beach, will offer a casual retreat by day and a lively escape by night. Rum Bar will also take on new life as a sophisticated lobby lounge and bar, blending modern elegance with cocktails and small-bites. Additional outlets, including Scoop and Stefano’s, will remain part of the resort’s dining landscape. Both poolside concepts will reflect the resort’s updated style, with Scoop offering a classic grab-and-go ice cream stand and Stefano’s serving exclusively wood-fired pizzas in a newly added seating area for daytime enjoyment.

Reservations are now open for stays beginning December 8, giving guests the opportunity to be among the first to experience The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami, where oceanfront lounges, beachside escapes, and redesigned spaces promise moments of delight, relaxation, and discovery. Ahead of the reopening, the resort has partnered with luxury travel brand TUMI and international artist Louis-Nicolas Darbon to debut a limited-edition artistic luggage collection, which will be showcased in immersive experiences in New York City and Miami. These activations offer a first glimpse of the resort’s design inspiration through art, storytelling, and curated sensory experiences, inviting guests to connect with the spirit of the resort before its official reopening.

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