Watersports and beach activities at Casa Marina

Private beach and on-site watersports

Casa Marina sits on roughly 1,100 feet of private sandy beach reserved for guests, with beach towels, chaises, umbrellas and daybeds provided as part of resort amenities covered by the daily resort charge. Beach volleyball and space for casual beach play are available on the sand.

Watersports that launch directly from the resort beach include kayaking, sailing, snorkeling, water skiing, jet skis, paddleboards and organized excursions such as sandbar trips and sunset cruises. An on-site booking/ticket assistance desk helps arrange dives, fishing charters and boat trips that depart from the resort beach area.

If you plan to use motorized rentals or book excursions (jet skis, fishing, diving), check availability with the on-site booking center early in your stay — the resort arranges additional private and commercial operators for those activities.

• On-site options that launch from the beach: kayaking, paddleboards, sailing, snorkeling, water skiing, jet skis
• On-site booking center arranges diving, deep-sea fishing, catamaran and sunset cruises
• Beach amenities included in the resort charge: towels, chaises, umbrellas, hammocks

Kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and non-motorized options

Non-motorized rentals such as kayaks and stand-up paddleboards are available to launch from Casa Marina’s private shoreline and are a straightforward way to explore the nearshore waters. These activities are suitable for families and first-time paddlers when sea conditions are calm.

Bring reef-safe sunscreen and a water shoe; conditions can change with tides and weather. If you want instruction or a guided paddle, ask the on-site activities desk to arrange a guided tour or tandem kayak for less-experienced paddlers.

• Good for calm mornings and early afternoons when winds are lighter
• Ask the booking desk about guided paddle tours
• Wear reef-safe sunscreen and consider a lightweight life jacket provided by rentals

Snorkeling, diving and boat excursions

Casa Marina’s on-site ticket/booking assistance can book snorkeling trips, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing and multi-hour boat excursions that leave from the resort beach or nearby marinas. The resort lists reef trips, sandbar excursions and sunset sails among common options.

If you want to visit offshore areas like a remote reef or Dry Tortugas National Park, the booking desk can help arrange the appropriate day trip. For Dry Tortugas, note third-party ferries and seaplane operators run scheduled departures from Key West; crossing times and operators vary and you should confirm schedules when you book.

• Ask the on-site desk about: reef snorkeling, guided dive charters, deep-sea fishing, sunset catamarans and sandbar trips
• Offshore day trips (e.g., Dry Tortugas) require advance booking and follow third-party schedules
• Bring proof of certification if you plan a guided scuba dive; rental gear and instruction can be arranged through local operators

Pools, cabanas and poolside services

Casa Marina features two oceanfront pools: a family-friendly pool (maximum depth 4 feet 6 inches) and a separate adults-only pool. Both pools were refurbished during the property renovation and sit steps from the beach.

Poolside day rentals — cabanas and daybeds — are available at both pool areas with food and beverage service and pool concierge assistance. Pool towels and umbrella/chair setups on the beach are included with the resort charge.

• Two oceanfront pools: one family pool (max depth 4'6") and one adults-only pool
• Day rentals and poolside cabanas available with food & beverage service
• Pool concierge services included with the daily resort charge

Spa al Maré, beach cabana treatments and wellness classes

Spa al Maré operates beachfront cabanas and an on-site spa location across the street from the resort; treatments include massages (including the Ocean Breeze Massage), facials, aromatherapy, oxygen facials, reflexology and specialty prenatal and couples massages. Spa al Maré’s posted hours are daily 9:00 am–6:00 pm.

The spa also runs Sunrise Yoga (Hatha) on the beach/Event Lawn on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 8:00 am for a fee; the session is designed for all ages and levels. If you want a beachfront massage or a cabana treatment, reserve with the spa in advance to hold your preferred time and location.

• Spa al Maré offers indoor and beachfront cabana treatments (open daily 9 am–6 pm)
• Signature options include the Ocean Breeze Massage; specialty services include oxygen facials and prenatal massages
• Sunrise Yoga on the beach/Event Lawn: Tue/Thu/Sat at 8 am (fee applies)

Dining, beachside service and after-activity bites

Dorada is the resort’s oceanfront restaurant serving Baja-Med cuisine for lunch and dinner; reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. The resort offers a special 'Toes in the Sand' six-course tasting menu that is served on the private beach with advance reservation by phone.

For quick coffee, pastries and grab-and-go items, Morrison’s Market is open daily in a market-style setting. The Canary Room is the lobby cocktail bar for pre-dinner drinks and light bites, open daily and offering a Happy Hour 2–4 pm.

• Dorada: oceanfront Baja-Med restaurant; lunch and dinner service and a 'Toes in the Sand' beach tasting menu (advance phone reservation required)
• Morrison’s Market: coffee, pastries and grab-and-go items; open daily
• The Canary Room: lobby cocktail bar with Happy Hour 2–4 pm

Practical tips, reservations and things to bring

Reserve popular activities early in your stay — Dorada reservations, pool cabanas, spa treatments, guided dive charters, fishing trips and motorized rentals often fill up. Use the on-site tours/ticket assistance desk to coordinate timed departures and equipment rentals.

Pack reef-safe sunscreen, a wide-brim hat, polarized sunglasses and a lightweight dry bag for beach electronics. If you plan to snorkel or dive, bring your mask and snorkel if possible; local operators can provide rental gear but you may prefer your own fit for comfort.

• Reserve Dorada (and the 'Toes in the Sand' tasting) in advance — Dorada asks for at least 24 hours' notice
• Book spa al Maré treatments and beachfront cabanas ahead (spa hours 9 am–6 pm)
• Bring reef-safe sunscreen and a dry bag; bring personal snorkel gear if you prefer your own fit