Waterfront Investment & Retail Opportunities at the Marriott Palmetto Resort & Spa

Ideally situated along the scenic Manatee River, the Marriott Palmetto Resort & Spa stands as the centerpiece of Southwest Florida’s major redevelopment surrounding the Bradenton Area Convention Center in Palmetto, Florida. Centrally located for visitors seeking Florida’s vibrant West Coast, the resort provides seamless access to Tampa Bay, Anna Maria Island, and the Gulf beaches, all while offering a stunning natural and historic setting.

This ground-up, full-service luxury hotel and spa features:

• 19,800 sq. ft. of outdoor flexible meeting and entertainment space
• 10,000 sq. ft. of indoor meeting facilities
• VIP rooftop bar and lounge
• Resort-style pool
• Shuttle service to Florida West Coast amenities

Strategically positioned, the resort draws from four robust sources of customers: hotel guests, convention attendees, 75,000+ daily vehicles on U.S. 41, and over 4,300 local residents. The surrounding market is affluent and diverse, with average household incomes ranging from $90K–$118K and a population of 171,720 within a 5-mile radius, supporting premium retail, dining, and entertainment opportunities.

As the flagship hospitality anchor in this transformative waterfront development, the Marriott Palmetto Resort & Spa combines world-class amenities, high visibility, and strong traffic that offers a rare opportunity to benefit from the close proximity of the $100 million investment for investors, developers, and hospitality operators seeking long-term value on Florida’s West Coast.

Given the size of the available pads (3,400–8,100 sq. ft.) and retail spaces (1,200–2,035 sq. ft.), along with the resort, convention center, and affluent local/tourist customer base, here is a list of potential tenants that would thrive in this location.

Food & Beverage / Restaurants

• Upscale casual dining
• Fast-casual & specialty concepts
• Coffee / café concepts
• Wine, craft beer, or cocktail bars
• Resort-style or grab-and-go concepts

Retail & Lifestyle

• Fashion & accessories
• Footwear / athletic retailers
• Jewelry & watches
• Home & lifestyle

Health & Wellness

• Fitness studios / boutique gyms
• Spas & wellness services
• Active lifestyle / outdoor gear

Convenience / Service Retail

• Pharmacy / health stores
• Travel & tourist essentials
• Quick-service convenience

Entertainment / Experiential Retail

• Specialty entertainment
• Art & craft studios

Notes on Fit:

• The larger pads (3,400–8,100 sq. ft.) are ideal for sit-down restaurants, fitness studios, or specialty retail stores.
• The smaller retail spaces (1,200–2,035 sq. ft.) are perfect for boutique shops, cafés, or service-oriented concepts.
• Businesses that cater to tourists, convention attendees, and affluent residents will likely perform best.