Colony Beach Resort

1620 Gulf of Mexico Drive

Longboat Key, FL US

Rating: Luxury First Class Resort

The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort is a relaxed, upscale beachfront destination with a village-like ambiance. It is a tropical retreat that offers charm, comfort, and friendly service with spacious all-suite accommodations on one of the most naturally beautiful islands in the world. The Colony is recognized as the No. 1 Tennis Resort in America. Highlights of the Colony - * all-suite property * just off the coast of Sarasota, directly located on the Gulf of Mexico * area cultural & arts attractions * great shopping at Le Tennique designer boutique and The Colony Sports Shop * 18 acres with 18 villa buildings * 21 tennis courts (hard & soft) * beachfront heated swimming pool * award-winning waterfront restaurants * Piano lounge with nightly entertainment * Tastebuds Gourmet Market and Wine shop * Separate men's and women's health spas * Full-service salon * Comprehensive Fitness Center * Complimentary, year-round children's recreation programs * On site Flower Shop

Restaurants

The Colony Patio And Bar

1620 Gulf of Mexico Drive

Longboat Key, FL US

Casual cuisine including creative and flavorful dishes with Caribbean influences. Enjoy dining or al fresco on the patio. The outside Monkey Bar serves tropical Island specialties. Open 7 day per week.

The Colony Dining Room

1620 Gulf of Mexico Drive

Longboat Key, FL US

The Colony Dining Room cuisine that we describe as Contemporary Continental is not only inventive, fresh and seasonal but true to the many indigenous local ingredients such as fruits, heirloom vegetables and seafood caught just that day off shore. Open 7 day per Week.

Room Information

AS1

1 King or 2 Double beds available upon request. Spacious 780 square foot one-bedroom suite in close proximity to the beach with full European-style kitchen with microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, living and dining room, private master bedroom, sun balcony, cable television, in-room safe, whirlpool bath and steam shower, air conditioning and daily maid service.

BS1

1 King or 2 Double Beds available upon request. Spacious 780 square foot one-bedroom suite mid-property tennis court view with a full European-style kitchen with microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, living and dining room, private master bedroom, sun balcony, cable television, in-room safe, whirlpool bath and steam shower, air conditioning and daily maid service.

CS1

1 King or 2 Double Beds available upon request. Spacious 780 square foot one-bedroom suite mid-property garden location with a full European-style kitchen with microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, living and dining room, private master bedroom, sun balcony, cable television, in-room safe, whirlpool bath and steam shower, air conditioning and daily maid service

AS2

1 King or 2 Double Beds available upon request. Apartment-size 1,080 square foot, two-bedroom suite close to beach with a full European-style kitchen with microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, living and dining room, private master bedroom and upstairs second bedroom, sun balcony, cable television, in-room safe, whirlpool bath and steam shower, air conditioning and daily maid service.

BS2

1 King or 2 Double Beds available upon request. Apartment-size 1,080 square foot, two-bedroom suite mid-property, tennis court view with a full European-style kitchen with microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, living and dining room, private master bedroom and upstairs second bedroom, sun balcony, cable television, in-room safe, whirlpool bath and steam shower, air conditioning and daily maid service.

CS2

1 King or 2 Double Beds available upon request. Apartment-size 1,080 square foot, two-bedroom suite mid-property, garden view with a full European-style kitchen with microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, living and dining room, private master bedroom and upstairs second bedroom, sun balcony, cable television, in-room safe, whirlpool bath and steam shower, air conditioning and daily maid service.

RH1

Run of House 1 King or 2 Double Beds available upon request. Spacious 780 square foot, one-bedroom suite with full European-style kitchen with microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, living and dining room, private master bedroom, sun balcony, cable television, in-room safe, whirlpool bath and steam shower, air conditioning and daily maid service.

RH2

Run of House 1 King or 2 Double Beds available upon request. Apartment-size 1,080 square foot, two-bedroom suite run of house with a full European-style kitchen with microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, living and dining room, private master bedroom and upstairs second bedroom, sun balcony, cable television, in-room safe, whirlpool bath and steam shower, air conditioning and daily maid service.

Directions

Directions To The Colony from Sarasota/Bradenton Airport: W

Exit airport and turn right on University Parkway. Proceed approx 300 yards, turn left on US41. Continue on US41 South for about 4 miles, turn right on Gulfstream Avenue (789 North). The road changes its name to the John Ringling Blvd. Follow to St. Armand's Circle. Proceed 1/4 of the way around the circle (staying in the right hand lane) turning on to 789 West towards Longboat Key. The Colony is approximately 3 miles down 789 West on the left hand side of the road. Go through the Guard Gate and continue to the right you will make a half circle until you reach the high-rise building. The check-in desk is in the lobby of the high-rise building.

Directions To The Colony from Tampa Airport: S

Exit Tampa Airport and follow directions to I-275 south to St. Petersburg. Take I-275 South for about 35 miles until you merge with I-75. Proceed south on I-75 to Fruitville Road exit 39 (new exit #210). Take Fruitville Road to the west for approximately 6 miles to US Highway 41 South. Turn left and proceed one block to Gulfstream Avenue (789 North). Turn right onto Gulfstream Ave. Proceed to the large traffic circle at St. Armand's Circle. Proceed 1/4 of the way around the circle (staying in the right hand lane) turning on to 789 West towards Longboat Key. The Colony is approximately 3 miles down 789 West on the left hand side of the road. Go through the Guard Gate and continue to the right you will make a half circle until you reach the high-rise building. The check-in desk is in the lobby of the high-rise building.