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08/27/2024

Key West Gathering: Plan Your Next Meeting or Event in Paradise

Picture this: You're sipping a frosty margarita, toes in the sand, while brainstorming your company's next big idea. Sounds like a daydream, right? Not at Margaritaville Beach House Key West! Here, we've mastered the art of mixing business with pleasure, like the perfect blend of tequila and lime.

Our slice of paradise offers over 4,000 square feet of versatile event space in Key West. We've got beautiful indoor venues, breezy outdoor courtyards, a tiki hut that'll make you say "Fins up!", and a veranda that's perfect for watching the sun dip below the palms. It's all the professionalism you need, with a heavy splash of laid-back island charm.

Unique Meeting and Event Space in Key West

Think your event's too buttoned-up for our tropical oasis? Think again! We've hosted everything from serious board meetings to cozy recognition ceremonies to training sessions. It’s stimulating to attend events that offer more "fun in the sun" than "snooze in a stuffy room." Small business huddle-ups, family reunions that'll make your cousins jealous, team-building adventures that'll have everyone talking for years – we've produced it all and can’t wait to create even more memorable experiences!

Of course, once the laptops close and the presentations wrap up, that's when the real magic happens. Our fantastic amenities are designed to help you and your crew slip into that coveted Margaritaville state of mind faster than you can say "Cheeseburger in Paradise."

Want to know the best part? Our resort fee is packed with more goodies than a piñata at a beach party! We're talking free shuttle rides to the Historic Seaport Harbor (three blocks from Duval Street downtown) and the airport* (call the hotel at 305-292-9800 or shoot a text to 305-440-4694 for shuttle pick-ups and drop-offs at the KW airport), daily self-parking (sorry, no room for your yacht), and a welcome cocktail at check-in that'll have you greeting colleagues and friends with a worry-free "Aloha" and a smile!

Post-Event Activities at Margaritaville Beach House

But wait, there's more! We've got daily poolside smoothies and popsicles (brain freeze, anyone?), activities for the whole gang, and lobby refreshments to keep you fueled up for all that "intense strategizing" by the pool.

Speaking of pools, our lagoon-style oasis is open from sunrise to way past your bedtime. It's the perfect spot for those "off the record" conversations that lead to million-dollar ideas. 

And when your stomach starts growling louder than a tropical storm, our Tin Cup Chalice Bar & Chill is ready to serve up some island-inspired grub that'll make your taste buds do the rumba.

Beach access? Check. Lawn games that'll bring out everyone's competitive side? You bet. Hammocks for "contemplating company strategies" (aka napping)? We've got those too!

Resort amenities recap: 

  • Lagoon-style Fins Up Pool
  • Welcome cocktails on arrival
  • Complimentary guest shuttle
  • Complimentary self-parking
  • Beach access
  • Lounging hammocks
  • Lawn games
  • Daily Grind coffee/tea stations
  • Daily poolside smoothies and popsicles
  • 24-hour fitness center

Nearby, you can lead your group to local attractions that spark imaginations – like the Hemingway Home or the Mel Fisher Maritime Museum.

Suites that Set the Standard for Relaxation

When it's time to hit the hay, our suites are decked out with all the modern conveniences you need. Smart TVs for streaming those "important business videos" (and, ahem, Jimmy Buffett concerts), mini-fridges to keep your coconut water cold, and Wi-Fi that's faster than a speedboat. Booking group rooms elevates the stay experience–remember, happiness is contagious!

Room and Event Space Specifications: 

  • 158 spacious suites and 28 guest rooms, including standard, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and mobility accessible suites.
  • Pool, garden, and ocean view options available.
  • More than 4,000 total square feet of meeting and event space
  • 5 indoor and outdoor venue locations
  • Dedicated event team and local partner support
  • Coconut Telegraph business center
  • Round-trip transfer to Key West International Airport
  • Shuttle service to/from Downtown Historic Seaport
  • Pet-friendly

So why settle for a boring boardroom when you can have a boardroom with a view of paradise? At Margaritaville Beach House Key West, we're serving up success with a side of sunshine. 

Come on down to discover how to work hard, play well, and find relaxation to suit your style! We welcome any corporate incentives including SMERF (Social, Military, Educational, Religious, and Fraternal) groups and tour groups. We’re confident we’re ready to serve you – having hosted many offsites, coaching retreats, team-building sessions, team meetings, incentive trips, conferences, workshops, annual or quarterly planning retreats, kick-off events, small business gatherings, overnights and getaways. Heck, there’s so much to choose from, you can combine bachelor-bachelorette parties together in Key West with our resort as your home base.

Remember, it's always 5 o'clock here, and your next big idea might just be hiding at the bottom of a margarita glass… or discovered on our sandy shoreline.

Your Step-by-Step Guide to Planning the Ultimate Tropical Getaway

1. Dream Big and Set Your Goals

So, you've got your eye on a place that's got 4,000 square feet of versatile meeting space and the only private bridal suite on the island? Sounds like you’re aiming for a slice of paradise! 

Whether it's a business annual plan or a dreamy "I do" you’re after, write down what makes your heart sing for this trip.

2. Assemble Your Crew

No adventure is complete without the right company. Drop a message in the bottle to your co-workers, clients, or wedding party. Make sure everyone is in for the shared slice of tropical bliss.

3. Pick Your Dates

Find a time when the sun is shining (oh wait, that’s always here) and everyone can escape their land-locked existence. Pro tip: Pick enough dates to give yourself time to drink in every sunset and sip every margarita.

4. Choose Your Margaritaville Beach House Venues

With five dazzling venues to pick from, you’re spoiled for choice. Need a killer meeting room or an open-air venue that lets the ocean whisper sweet nothings as you work? You got it. Imagine brainstorming in paradise or walking down an aisle made of sand.

  • Tiki – 1,100 square-foot Palapa (thatched roof, open-sides) for up to 80 guests.
  • Garden Courtyard for approximately 80 guests.
  • Board Room for up to 60 guests
  • Smathers Beach – arrange with fixtures, lighting and chairs or game equipment.
  • Tin Cup Chalice Veranda – Old Key West inspired: Reception for 100 or dinner for 75.

5. Lock Down the Arrangements

Time to drop anchor and make some reservations. Call up the lodgings or hop online to secure your spot. Booking early ensures you get the pick of the palm-tree-filled plot. It’s easy to submit an inquiry through our planning portal, email us for menus, or give our sales office a call at 305-292-9800.  

 
6. Plan Your Activities

Next, don’t be afraid to mix business with buckets of fun. Schedule impactful meetings with enough “you” time to explore the beach, dive into the deep blue, or simply swing in a hammock. Or sketch out that fantastic wedding timeline while dreaming of gentle sea breezes.

 
7. Create your Packing List for Paradise

Think flip-flops, tropical shirts, and sunscreen. Toss in some business casual if you must, but remember, less is more in Margaritaville. Just enough to cover the formalities but not enough to weigh you down.

 
8. Set your Sights on Paradise

Book your travel! Whether you're jet-setting or cruising over, your voyage is sure to be smooth and your event fruitful.

 
9. Sail Away, Settle In and Savor

Arrive, breathe in the salty air, and check out your digs. Take time to explore those venues—meetings and gatherings never looked this good. That private bridal suite and the dedicated “ready room” have got your big day written all over them.

 
10. Relax and Enjoy

Pop open a cold beverage, kick off your shoes, and let the warm island vibes wash over you. You’ve done the legwork, now it’s time to let paradise do the rest. Beach by day, impactful business or joyous gatherings by night—each moment is a gentle reminder that in Margaritaville, it’s always five o'clock somewhere.

 

There you have it—your step-by-step guide to planning an epic getaway to a tropical utopia. Remember, even with a modest corporate budget, we can do a lot! Cheers to your upcoming adventure, where every detail is as sweet and easy as a Jimmy Buffett chord. 

Don’t Let Modest Budgets Create Complacency

See our events page for more information. 


Ready to reserve? Have questions? Reach out to our group sales team at 305-292-9800 or 855-288-7744.

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