The Vinoy Resort

Step onto the palm-fringed veranda of The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club and you’re stepping back into 1920s Florida—when art-deco railings, rosy stucco towers, and sunset views over Tampa Bay first lured society’s revelers south. Today the landmark still greets wedding parties with the same sense of occasion: vintage bellhops in crisp whites, the scent of orange blossom on the coastal air, and that irresistible sweep of water glimmering just beyond the front steps.

Inside, soaring ceilings and hand-painted frescos set a festive stage for a celebration that feels both timeless and distinctly your own. Guest rooms pair classic details—archways, plush carpets, soft pastels—with modern comforts like streaming-ready TVs, rainfall showers, and bay-view balconies perfect for first-look photos. Suite layouts give bridal parties extra lounge space for hair, makeup, and champagne toasts, while a 24-hour butler line ensures any last-minute need is met before you even set down the phone.

Ceremonies unfold where land meets sea on the Esplanade Lawn, a manicured waterfront green that frames “I do” moments against bobbing sailboats and pink-gold skies. For garden intimacy, the Tea Garden Courtyard offers ivy-clad walls, tinkling fountains, and room for about 80 guests beneath fairy-lit trees. Receptions often move indoors to the Palm Court Ballroom, where crystal chandeliers and arched windows echo the Jazz Age grandeur of the hotel’s original soirées. Whether you envision a plated dinner for 40 or a dance-all-night party for 300, the Vinoy’s events team tailors layout, lighting, and timeline so every transition feels effortless.

Between wedding events, friends and family might trade the bustle for a sunrise round on the resort’s 18-hole course, a pampering session in the full-service spa, or a relaxing drift in the heated lagoon-style pool. Fitness classes—yoga, barre, even dockside meditation—keep early risers energized, while tennis courts, marina slips, and complimentary cruiser bikes offer plenty of ways to explore the waterfront vibes of downtown St. Pete.

Wedding & Event Spaces

• Esplanade Lawn – bay-view ceremonies or tented receptions (up to 250)
• Tea Garden Courtyard – fountain centerpiece, ivy backdrop, open-air dining (to 80)
• Palm Court Ballroom – ornate ceilings, vintage chandeliers, flexible staging (to 300)
• Mezzanine Parlors – breakout salons for bridal brunches or after-parties

Resort Highlights

• Full-service spa, salon, and private treatment cabanas
• Dual heated pools with poolside service and cabanas
• 18-hole championship golf course with lessons and driving range
• Ten Har-Tru® tennis courts and daily fitness/yoga classes
• Marina slips, kayak rentals, and sunset sailing charters

Guest Room Touches

• Bay or city balconies with French doors
• Pillow-top mattresses and 300-thread-count linens
• Smart-TVs, high-speed Wi-Fi, stocked mini-fridges
• Marble baths with rainfall showerheads and lighted vanities

Nearby Inspirations

• Chihuly Collection & Museum of Fine Arts (5-minute walk)
• Waterfront St. Pete Pier with dining and observation deck
• Tropicana Field for baseball-loving guests (2 miles)
• Fort De Soto and St. Pete Beach shoreline adventures (11 miles)

Secure your weekend on the bay through Engine’s wedding-venue team and start planning a celebration worthy of The Vinoy’s storied legacy.