IHG Hotels & Resorts is entering new territory with the upcoming opening of Voco Sandpiper All-Inclusive Resort in Port St. Lucie, Florida, its first all-inclusive property in the United States.
Set on the former site of Club Med Sandpiper Bay, the 335-room resort has undergone a $50 million transformation and is scheduled to welcome guests beginning January 30. Located about 45 minutes north of Palm Beach, the resort is positioned as a warm-weather, family-friendly alternative to Caribbean all-inclusive destinations – without requiring a passport.
The newly redesigned rooms and suites are spacious and modern, each featuring either a private balcony or a walkout patio with views of the resort or the St. Lucie River. Dining is a central focus of the experience, with seven restaurant and bar concepts included in the all-inclusive offering.
Highlights include Riverside Market, an international buffet with global flavors ranging from Moroccan tagines to Italian classics, as well as Lucie’s, a beachfront American restaurant, and Solara, a seasonal coastal dining concept. The culinary program is led by executive chef Mark Jones, whose background includes work at Michelin-starred restaurants across Europe.
Bars and lounges are spread throughout the property, from a poolside hideaway to a sports bar and a sunset-focused riverside venue. Guests also have access to three pools, including an adults-only infinity pool overlooking the water, a family pool, and a kids’ splash area. While the resort sits on the river rather than the ocean, nearby Jensen Beach is only a short drive away.
Amenities, Programming, and a Bigger Play for the Voco Brand
Beyond dining and pools, the resort leans heavily into activity-driven programming. Complimentary kayak and paddleboard rentals, fitness classes, waterfront yoga, mixology sessions, dance lessons, and evening entertainment are all part of the experience.
Families are a core audience, with dedicated kids’ programming that includes crafts, games, and scavenger hunts. The property also features tennis and pickleball courts, an arcade, mini-golf, an on-site marina, and 18,000 square feet of meeting and event space, positioning it for both leisure and group travel.
The opening of Voco Sandpiper is significant not just as an all-inclusive debut, but as part of the broader momentum behind IHG’s Voco brand. Launched in 2018, Voco has now surpassed 100 hotels globally in just seven years, reflecting strong demand for flexible, lifestyle-oriented hospitality that blends consistency with local character.
We have previously covered this rapid expansion, as well as recent Voco openings in major urban markets including Berlin, Dublin, and Mexico.
With Sandpiper, IHG is extending that same brand philosophy into the resort space, testing how the Voco identity translates to longer stays, family travel, and all-inclusive pricing. As domestic travelers increasingly look for hassle-free vacations closer to home, the success of this Florida opening could shape how global hotel groups rethink the future of all-inclusive travel in the U.S.
