American hospitality group Marriott International has cemented its position as one of the largest hotel companies in the world with the opening of the 9,000 hotel managed by the group.

In a press statement, Marriott International says that this highly anticipated milestone opening underscores the company’s industry-leading luxury portfolio and continued strong global growth.

It adds that St Regis Longboat Key Resort, a luxury beachfront property situated on 18 acres in Longboat Key, Florida, features 168 rooms, including 26 suites, and offers breathtaking ocean views, outstanding culinary experiences, and world-class amenities.

It says that the resort will also feature 69 private branded residences that will provide an extraordinary luxury living experience on Florida’s Suncoast.

Marriott International says that developed by Unicorp National Developments and designed by SB Architects, Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA Miami) and Dutch East Design, St Regis Longboat Key Resort is setting the tone for the brand’s expanding resort portfolio, marking the largest development on the island in over 50 years.

Anthony Capuano

“We are delighted to announce the opening of St Regis Longboat Key, a true testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering unparalleled luxury and personalized service. It is particularly fitting that this magnificent hotel marks the 9,000^th property in our portfolio. This exquisitely designed new build resort embodies the elegance and sophistication synonymous with the St. Regis brand. We are excited to invite guests and Residence Owners to experience this unique blend of modern amenities and timeless charm, and we look forward to creating unforgettable memories for them in this stunning location,” says Anthony Capuano, President and Chief Executive Officer, Marriott International.

Marriott says that it commemorated the opening with a celebration complete with the signature St Regis champagne sabrage in the resort’s Great Hall overlooking the Gulf of Mexico.

The statement adds that St Regis Longboat Key Resort further solidifies Marriott International’s global leadership in luxury, with an unmatched portfolio of seven brands, across 522 luxury hotels and resorts in 72 countries and territories, with a strong pipeline of 233 signed projects in 57 countries and territories.

The opening of the resort also marks the latest milestone in the company’s continued global leadership in branded residences. The 69 private residences, all of which sold out in less than a year, will be complete with spacious outdoor terraces, private elevator access and more.

Today, Marriott International, adds the press statement, has a portfolio of 139 open branded residential properties in 32 countries and territories, with a strong pipeline of 122 projects across 38 countries and territories.

The hotel says that booking is open on Marriott website and the property will participate in Marriott Bonvoy, the company’s loyalty programme, allowing members to earn and redeem points for their stays at this hotel, and at other hotels and resorts across Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of more than 30 brands.