Frommer's Review
Relaxing Cheeca has been hosting celebrities, royalty, and politicians since its opening in 1949. Guests can now enjoy the luxury of the Cheeca's freshly renovated rooms. Note that some of the on-site accommodations have been converted to über-expensive condos that are part of the new Cheeca Lodge and Club, a private club in which owners have the options of renting their units as hotel rooms. Each of the 199 units here offers all the amenities of units in a world-class resort -- like flatscreen plasma TVs -- in a very laid-back setting. You may not feel compelled to leave the sprawling grounds, but it's good to know that the hotel is conveniently situated near the best restaurants and nightlife. Located on 27 lush acres of beachfront property (the 1,100-ft. palm-lined beach is truly idyllic) with gorgeous beachfront bungalows that have private gardens and balconies, this rambling resort is known for its excellent sports facilities, including one of the only golf courses in the Upper Keys. All rooms are spacious and many have balconies; the nicer ones overlook the ocean and have large marble bathrooms. Units by the golf course have showers, not tubs, and overlook man-made lagoons.
The Atlantic's Edge is one of the best restaurants in the Upper Keys. In addition to all the sporty amenities, Cheeca has the luxurious Avanyu Spa with a state-of-the-art fitness studio. Children 6 to 12 can have their own customized vacation with Camp Cheeca's organized activities and events. The $39 daily resort fee may seem steep at first, but the value is insurmountable. It includes tennis, golf, fishing rods (bait extra), pool floats, beach cabanas, kayaks and paddleboats (subject to availability), valet parking, Internet access, spa exercise classes, in-room Starbucks coffee and bottled water, housekeeping gratuity, local calls, daily newspaper, and unlimited fax services.
Facilities: 2 restaurants; 2 lounges (1 poolside); 2 outdoor heated pools; saltwater lagoon; 9-hole golf course; 6 lit hard tennis courts; access to nearby health club; Jacuzzi; 5 hot tubs; watersports equipment/rentals; bike rentals; children's nature programs; concierge; tour desk; car-rental desk; limited room service; in-room massage; babysitting; laundry services; dry cleaning; nature trails.
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without
notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before
planning your trip.
