Casa Marina Key West (casamarinaresort.com), a Henry Flagler–constructed Key West icon since 1920, is entering a new era following an $80 million renovation completed in 2025. Perched on the southern edge of the island, it’s home to 1,100 feet of private beach—a rare stretch of uninterrupted, sparkling white sand in a town better known for rocky shores. A life-is-better-on-the-beach vibe sets the tone for a stay designed to recharge both mind and body.

A blue plate with grilled chicken on a bed of creamy mashed potatoes, topped with sautéed vegetables, olives, and microgreens, sits beside a patterned tile surface.

Spa al Mare, tucked into a standalone building across the street, offers expert massages and facials by top therapists. Their dexterity is best appreciated over a beachfront massage beneath a shaded pavilion, where the ocean breeze and sound of the waves eliminate any remaining internal stress. It’s the capstone of a place where wellness feels effortless, shaped by salt air and warm sun.