Nestled on the Caribbean’s popular Seven Mile Beach, the Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort recently completed an extensive renovation of the property totaling more than $16 million. The project involved renovating all of the resort’s public areas, including the lobby, restaurants, ballroom, meeting rooms and fitness center to align with a ship-to-shore concept that reflects the themes of the spirit of openness, sense of adventure, craftsmanship and the island’s strong connection with the sea.

Enhancements include a new color palette of light colors such as white, beige and tones of grey that reinforce the use of natural light and different textures, such as polished wood, leather and weaved fabrics for the furniture to create fun, modern and comfortable seating arrangements for guests. To give guests a new experience from the moment they arrive, the resort’s lobby, restaurant and bar space was transformed and rebranded into Anchor & Den, featuring locally sourced products, chic music and fun handcrafted cocktails. The newly-revamped oceanfront restaurant and bar was renamed Veranda and Vista Bar and renovated to include vintage-inspired décor and an air of bohemian chic.

As part of the resort’s amenities, guests also have access to free bike rentals, complimentary snorkeling gear and free rentals of paddleboards and kayaks.