Islamorada, Florida, October 4, 2024 – The Islamorada Resort Collection announced today the opening of Three Waters Resort & Marina, a Tribute Portfolio Resort. Joining the Collection’s existing properties, Amara Cay Resort and La Siesta Resort & Villas, the new, upscale resort offers 214 chic, island-inspired guest rooms, nine dining concepts, and a plethora of destination-based experiences that celebrate its location within the “Sport Fishing Capital of the World.”
“The newest addition to the Islamorada Resort Collection has quickly become the crown jewel of the Collection,” says Resort Manager Hicham El Ibrik. “From the outstanding culinary experiences and renowned marina offerings to the watersport adventures, Three Waters Resort gives guests and locals unmatched access to experience the destination in their own way.”
Sense of Arrival and Accommodations
Three Waters Resort & Marina is named for the three bodies of water that surround the Florida Keys: the Gulf of Mexico, the Florida Bay, and the Atlantic Ocean. Guests are greeted by a modern lobby featuring a design that provides a feeling of nature, using coral stone and vegetation that reflects the native mangroves. A Rum Library, in partnership with Key West First Legal Rum Distillery, welcomes guests to sample locally made spirits while checking in and throughout their stay.
The main guest rooms and cottages of Three Waters Resort & Marina are located at the heart of the property. They feature a family-friendly, Florida Keys-inspired aesthetic, reflecting the many vibrant colors of the destination. The warm taupe and tan of the sand inspired the wood finishes throughout the room. A colorful palette of multi-tonal blues is a nod to the waters surrounding the island, and bright yellows, corals, and oranges mimic the beauty of the sunsets. These materials set against a bold backdrop create a modern guest room experience unlike any other place in the Florida Keys.
The resort also features The Cove, an adult-centric resort-within-a-resort that features only king rooms and suites. The Cove is tucked away from the main resort and offers a quieter hideaway, featuring a tranquil private beach lagoon and pool along with the Wave Motion Studio. The Cove will open later in 2024.
Resort Programming
Islamorada is known as the Sport Fishing Capital of the World, and Three Waters Resort celebrates its location on the water by offering a wide array of activities and programming designed to encourage guests to get in and out on the water. The popular “Fish Like a Local” class, also offered at Amara Cay Resort, will debut at Three Waters Resort. The class helps beginners and more advanced anglers learn proper techniques and best practices for fishing, specifically tailored to the Keys’ landscape. Led by an experienced local guide, guests can learn fly casting, fileting fish, lobstering, and more, setting guests up for a lifetime of fishing. The resort also offers a paddle cast and catch version of the class, for those looking to learn how to fish directly on the water.
The resort has partnered with BOTE, a premium watersports brand offering high-quality stand-up paddleboards, floats, and other water accessories. This partnership will give guests access to active products such as kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, and their more leisurely items like inflatable floats to lounge in just off the resort’s sandy, walk-in beach.
Guests can take advantage of the Three Waters Resort Marina, which offers the deepest channel in the Upper Keys. It features 72 slips along with a fleet of experienced offshore and backcountry fishing captains, as well as a new boat valet service.
Guests can ride the all-new Rum Runner water taxi between the Islamorada Collection Resorts, and Miami Seaplane will be based at the resort to offer private charters to Key West, Miami, and around Islamorada. Guests can book jet ski tours and guided eco-tours with Spray Watersports, located at The Cove’s marina. Three Waters is also home to the Islamorada Dive Center where guests can arrange scuba diving charters, take scuba courses, and enjoy snorkeling, spearfishing, sunset cruises, sandbar outings and more. When guests stay at one of the resorts in the Collection, they will have access to the unique amenities, events, and restaurants of all three resorts. Later this year, the resort will unveil an arcade experience where guests can enjoy classic video games, tabletop games, and more.
Culinary Destinations
Nine new culinary outlets will open along with the resort, offering a wide selection of cuisines to guests and locals alike that are not found anywhere else in the destination. They include:
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Signature restaurant (name to be announced in October): The signature restaurant at Three Waters Resort will be an exciting combination of land and sea featuring live fire cooking and legendary pairings. Guests can enjoy staple dishes like the wood grilled seafood tower, fig wrapped snapper, Portuguese Piri Piri chicken, and signature parmesan and dill monkey bread. Guests returning from a day of fishing can also bring their best catches for the chefs to prepare for their table.
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Tiki Bar: The new resort is home to the world-famous Tiki Bar, home of the original Rum Runner cocktail. The Collection completely renovated the bar with a mid-century flare that honors the legacy of the institution and welcomes new guests to carry on the bar’s history in Islamorada.
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Mercado Morada: The resort’s take on Central American street cuisine finds a home at Mercado Morada. Positioned directly next to the ocean, the outlet offers fast casual options from various food truck windows.
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Little Limón: Located on top of Mercado Morada, Little Limón serves as the resort’s elevated raw bar and cocktail lounge. The outlet’s stunning 270-degree ocean views accompany classic raw bar dishes like ceviche, crudos, oysters and more.
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Islamorada Pizza Co.: Islamorada Pizza Co. will serve delicious slices to guests and the community alike. Standout pies include the locally inspired “Islander” pizza, topped with white sauce, Scotch Bonnet sauce, fresh conch, and tomato-cucumber, the “Pepe” pizza with pepperoni cups and hot honey, and more.
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Lucky Twist: Soft serve and sweet treats abound at the resort’s beachside ice cream shop.
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Kokomo: Three Waters Resort boasts the only swim up bar in the Keys. Guests can enjoy refreshing drinks and light bites right from the pool, which offers incredible views of the ocean.
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Hideaway: The poolside outlet at The Cove, Hideaway will offer a selection of light and healthy dining options for guests leaving a workout at the resort’s Wave Motion Studio or a swim at the resort’s pool.
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Starbucks: The resort features one of only five Starbucks in the Keys.
Three Waters Resort & Marina is a member of Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio, which allows guests to earn and redeem Marriott Bonvoy points during their stays and enjoy all the benefits of staying as a member. Marriott Bonvoy’s extraordinary portfolio offers renowned hospitality in the most memorable destinations in the world, with over 30 brands that are tailored to every type of journey. The global travel program also offers members exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition.
For more information about Three Waters Resort & Marina and to book a stay, please visit www.threewatersresort.com and follow @ThreeWatersResort.
