Naples Bay Project Nears Completion
NAPLES BAY, FL, January 3, 2007. The Hotel at Naples Bay Resort is nearly ready to open, presenting 65 elegantly-appointed, designer-furnished suites and 20 superior rooms.
Located at Naples Bay Resort -- managed by Benchmark Hospitality International and member of Preferred Hotel Group -- the waterfront property is scheduled to open mid-February.
"In developing The Hotel, our goal -- from the very beginning -- was to blend a destination resort experience with a personalized residential lifestyle," states Roy A. Young, managing director of Naples Bay Resort. "From the sheer size of our suites to the variety of amenities and services offered ranging from Personal Grocers to private chef dinners, our guests will truly feel at home, or never wish to return home," he adds.
Located at the gateway to Old Naples on Fifth Avenue, known for its bevy of high-end shopping and fine dining establishments, The Hotel is reminiscent of an Italian village, overlooking the resort's 97-slip marina. Guests are greeted at its stylish porte-cochere entrance and intimately-appointed two-story lobby showcasing a magnificent Chihuly-inspired chandelier. Each suite, ranging in size from 900 to 1,700 sq. ft., offers gourmet kitchens with granite countertops, expansive balconies, flat screen televisions, BOSE entertainment systems, wireless internet service and custom-designed furnishings in rich hues and textures.
The Hotel will feature Olio on Naples Bay, a signature restaurant and bar offering indoor and al fresco dining with breathtaking views of the marina and bay. Inspired by the passion of California's wine country and popularity of fresh Italian fare, Olio's menu is brimming with lush flavors and celebrates "foods of the sun" by showcasing regional heirloom ingredients.
The Hotel also features the Yacht Club, complete with Captain's Lounge and 97-slip marina; 3,300 square feet of flexible event space; and a retail promenade, offering additional eateries including Bonefish Grill and entertainment options. The Hotel guests can also enjoy The Club at Naples Bay, home to a masterfully-designed resort pool complex with meandering lazy river pool, lap pool, children's pool, expansive sundeck with poolside cabanas; Bluewater Bar & Grill, intimate, full-service spa; Cliff Drysdale Tennis Center with six lighted Har-Tru courts; extensive fitness facilities with Pilates studio and Technogym equipment; and Kidz Club. Transportation is provided to the area's stunning beaches and championship golf is available at several nearby well-regarded courses.
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