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Florida’s Historic Coast, so named for the nation’s oldest city, St. Augustine, founded in 1565, offers an unparalleled experience, according to Craig Schoninger, director of tourism promotion and strategic alliances for St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches Visitors and Convention Bureau (VCB). “Our charming downtown, ancient forts, and historic hotels provide an inspiring backdrop for meetings and events,” he says. “With 42 miles of pristine, accessible beaches, we’re a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. For those seeking luxury, Ponte Vedra Beach is home to some of the finest resorts and golf facilities in the country.”
The region offers 7,255 guest rooms. Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa has 514 guest rooms and 107,235 square feet of function space, including Champions Ballroom, which can seat 1,600 theater style. The 301-room World Golf Village Renaissance St. Augustine Resort has 45,161 square feet of event space and a seating capacity of 3,000 guests theater style. Historic Ponte Vedra Inn & Club offers more than 20,000 square feet of indoor function space to accommodate up to 450 guests; it is expected to add new sports and surf clubs in early 2027. The Lodge & Club Ponte Vedra Beach has 13,000 square feet of indoor event space across seven rooms. Ponte Vedra Inn & Club and The Lodge & Club Ponte Vedra Beach both include outdoor event spaces.
Additionally, the historic 138-room Casa Monica Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection features 20,776 square feet of event space; 217-room Embassy Suites by Hilton St. Augustine Beach Oceanfront Resort has 23,311 square feet of function space; and 120-room Hyatt Place St. Augustine / Vilano Beach includes meeting space to accommodate 450 guests theater style. Guy Harvey Resort St. Augustine Beach’s event spaces include a ballroom seating 180 theater style, a smaller meeting room, and outdoor patio and beach venues.
