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Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa to Embark on Multiphase Renovation

by Kimberly Inlander

Dec 26, 2025

© Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa

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Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa will undergo a full-scale renovation, scheduled to be completed by spring 2026 — sure to delight family travelers.

 

“Omni Amelia Island has long been celebrated for offering luxurious, nature-inspired experiences,” said Theo Schofield, managing director. “This renovation will further elevate our guests’ journeys, infusing newly designed spaces with coastal character, locally inspired art, and a refined sense of place.”

 

© Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa

The first phase of renovations was unveiled this fall, including:

  • Recently renovated, FloraBellenow welcomes guests with a fresh new look and elevated dining experience.
  • New culinary delights at the following restaurants:
    • Palmetto Press Coffee & Provisions
    • Surfcaster
    • Nonna Mia
  • Acclaimed artist Chera Brooker’s hand-painted murals are throughout the resort.
  • Originally designed by Pete Dye and newly renovated by Beau Welling Design, Oak Marsh Golf Course has been beautifully restored.
  • The lobby and Lobby Lounge debuted this month with interiors reflecting the island’s palette.
  • Reopening in early January, The Spa at Omni Amelia Island Resort will feature a new courtyard, relaxation room, upgraded locker rooms and private nooks.

 

“We wanted guests to feel an immediate connection to the island from the moment they arrive at the resort,” said Tonya Grine, senior director of Interior Design. “Inspired by Amelia Island’s rich heritage, nature and its sweeping Spanish oaks, our vision was to design spaces that feel both elevated and familiar, where Lowcountry charm, coastal beauty and a shared spirit of connection all meet under the canopy of Spanish oaks.”

 

© Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa

As the resort’s transformation continues, all guestrooms and suites will be completed by spring 2026, featuring natural woven textures, layered patterns and a coastal-inspired palette of sun-washed hues. The conference center will debut around the same time, including three ballrooms, breakout meeting rooms and restrooms.

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