About us
Clients share a feeling of confidence, accomplishment and comfortable elegance when meeting at the Resort at Longboat Key Club. This AAA Four-Diamond beachfront retreat is conveniently located on Florida's Southwest Gulf Coast. Perfect for executive groups and incentives of 10 to 150, the Resort at Longboat Key Club offers 12,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, unique outdoor venues with views of the beach, the golf course fairways, or marina and a professional conference services staff. Attendees will appreciate the personal service, 218 rooms and suite accommodations, six restaurants and lounges, 45 holes of on-site championship golf, USTA award-winning Tennis Gardens, Fitness Centre, Island House Spa, full-service marina and the private, white-sand beach.
Venue Details
ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependentOpal Collection/Ocean Properties Hotels & Resorts
Built1982
Renovated2021
Total meeting space33,424 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms223
Venue typeResort
Industry Ratings
Northstar
AAA
Awards
Industry awards
Opal Collection awarded Top 25 Best Hotel Portfolio in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best List, 2025
The Resort at Longboat Key Club is a AAA Four-Diamond Sarasota resort.
Venue Highlights
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (ocean or water)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Rental car service
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Business center
Recreational activities
- Golf course on grounds
- Health club
- Outdoor pool
- Spa or salon
- Tennis courts
- Water sports
- Whirlpool
Transportation
- Bus
- Taxi
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Piano
- Portable heaters
- Staging area
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (ocean or water)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Rental car service
- Wheelchair accessible
Need dates
Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events
Apr 5, 2026 - Apr 8, 2026
Apr 12, 2026 - Apr 15, 2026
Apr 19, 2026 - Apr 22, 2026
Apr 26, 2026 - Apr 29, 2026
May 3, 2026 - May 6, 2026
May 25, 2026 - May 28, 2026
May 31, 2026 - Jun 4, 2026
Jun 7, 2026 - Jun 11, 2026
Jun 14, 2026 - Jun 18, 2026
Jun 21, 2026 - Jun 25, 2026
Jun 28, 2026 - Jul 2, 2026
Jul 5, 2026 - Jul 9, 2026
Seasonal Availability
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High season
Feb 15 - Apr 15
Shoulder season
Apr 16 - Aug 16
Low season
Aug 17 - Dec 22
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
33,424 sq. ft.
Largest room
5,256 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
5
Second largest room
3,030 sq. ft.
Seating capacity
240
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
33,424 sq. ft.
Largest room
5,256 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
5
Second largest room
3,030 sq. ft.
Seating capacity
240
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Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Hollow square |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2,948 sq. ft. 67 x 47 sq. ft. | 14 ft. | 327 | 50 | 245 | 295 | 327 | 168 | - | 70 | |
1,408 sq. ft. 32 x 44 sq. ft. | 14 ft. | 100 | 30 | 64 | 100 | 100 | 65 | 24 | 40 | |
1,540 sq. ft. 35 x 44 sq. ft. | 14 ft. | 125 | 30 | 75 | 125 | 125 | 75 | 24 | 44 | |
2,250 sq. ft. 50 x 45 sq. ft. | 14 ft. | 250 | 36 | 187 | 225 | 250 | 128 | 24 | 48 | |
780 sq. ft. 30 x 26 sq. ft. | 10 ft. | 87 | 24 | 65 | 78 | 87 | 44 | 19 | 30 | |
5,256 sq. ft. 72 x 73 sq. ft. | 17 ft. | 583 | - | 437 | 526 | 583 | 300 | - | - | |
780 sq. ft. 26 x 30 sq. ft. | 10 ft. | 125 | - | 45 | 75 | 125 | - | - | - | |
2,080 sq. ft. 80 x 26 sq. ft. | 12 ft. | 200 | - | 100 | 200 | - | - | - | - | |
3,030 sq. ft. - | 14 ft. | 180 | - | 180 | - | - | - | - | - |
Guest rooms
Total guest rooms
223
Suites
198
Tax rate
7%
Occupancy rate
6%
Total guest rooms
223
Suites
198
Tax rate
7%
Occupancy rate
6%
Location
Getting Here
Distance from airport
7 mi
Distance from airport 7 mi
Parking in the area
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Valet parking
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Shopping
5 mins
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John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Museum
15 mins
A world-class collection of fine art and historical artifacts in a stunning setting along the Sarasota Bayfront, assembled by John & Mable Ringling.
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Mote Marine Aquarium
Recreation
5 mins
An incredible marine mammal and Sea Turtle rehabilitation center and Aquarium, with interactive displays that will intrigue, educate, and excite you!
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Jungle Gardens
Park
25 mins
Family friendly fun, where everyone will enjoy bontanical gardens and Florida wildlife including alligators!
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Sarasota Airport
Airport
15 mins
Sarasota Bradenton International serves over one million passengers a year as a gateway to the southwest Gulf coast of Florida. Major domestic and commuter airlines provide daily scheduled service, as do seasonal international and domestic charter carriers.
6000 Airport Circle
Sarasota, FL, US 34243
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Tampa International Airport
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59 mi
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Recipient of 5 consecutive Pinnacle Awards from Successful Meetings Magazine and also Voted "Best of the South" by Meetings South magazine. Florida Green Lodging Certified and Green Business Partner for Sarasota County.
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The Resort at Longboat Key Club Frequently Asked Questions
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Sustainable Practices
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Does The Resort at Longboat Key Club have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Recycled program in place.
Diversity and Inclusion
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Health and Safety
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New products are bio friendly.
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Yes
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