The Bonita Bay Club in Bonita Springs has approved a $110 million project to construct a new 140,000-square-foot clubhouse, announced in May 2026 as the final phase of a multi-decade transformation. The new, coastal-style facility will feature expanded dining (including a rooftop bar and sushi bar), a 360-person ballroom, and a lower-level parking garage. [1, 2, 3]
Key details regarding the project:
- Project Scale: The new construction is a $110 million, 140,000-square-foot facility, replacing existing structures on the main 2,400-acre Bonita Springs campus.
- Amenities: Plans include a rooftop bar with views of the golf courses and Gulf of Mexico, an expanded "55th Hole" restaurant with indoor/outdoor dining, the "Sunset Lounge," a grand ballroom, and three full-service kitchens.
- Construction Plan: The project will be built in two phases.
- Context: This project follows the 2024 completion of a clubhouse project on the club's Naples campus and represents a continued, major investment by the members, who have poured approximately $250 million into the club since acquiring it in 2010.
- Goal: The design aims to blend luxury, increased operational efficiency, and enhanced social experiences for members. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
This initiative highlights the ongoing trend of private, member-owned clubs in Southwest Florida upgrading amenities to focus on lifestyle and dining, rather than just golf. [1]
