Margaritaville Beach Resort Cabana
Overview
When evaluating potential outdoor shading solutions, resort operations required a product that delivered exceptional build quality, low maintenance, and seamless staff/guest usability. After comparing leading manufacturers, StruXure was selected for its engineering, durability, and operational support. The installation has driven significant guest demand, creating extended waitlists for cabana rentals and maximizing revenue potential around the pool deck.
Location
Panama City Beach, FL
Products
Cabana X
"You can tell StruXure spent a long time to get this (Cabana X) done right…we are getting the best of the best."
— Mike Shorey, Vice President of Operations
The Operational Challenge
Selecting an outdoor cabana system for a high-volume resort environment requires addressing several key factors:
Vendor Selection & Quality Verification
Evaluating market options to ensure the selected product is built to last rather than competing strictly on price.
Regulatory & Permitting Support
Navigating local ordinance approvals and structural requirements efficiently.
All-Weather Utility
Ensuring guest comfort and service continuity during variable weather conditions, including rain.
Maintenance & Cleanliness
Minimizing staff labor required for ongoing upkeep and house-keeping.
The Solution
StruXure provided comprehensive support throughout the design, compliance, and installation phases:
End-to-End Guidance & Permitting
StruXure handled the structural preliminary homework, guiding operations step-by-step through ordinance approvals.
Streamlined Timeline
From initial discussions to full erection, the project moved smoothly in approximately one month.
Optimized Pool Deck Layout
Expert guidance on spatial placement allowed the resort to better utilize pool deck footprint and open up additional usable outdoor space.
High-Grade Engineering
Premium materials and solid structural support designed to withstand high-use commercial environments while eliminating wood maintenance issues.
Key Features & Guest Experience
The cabanas integrate features that enhance both operational ease and guest satisfaction:
- Motorized Louvers: Adjustable motorized louvers protect guests and allow food & beverage service to continue uninterrupted during heavy rain.
- Customizable RGB Lighting: Integrated perimeter lighting can be changed to match resort branding or evening ambiance, creating a standout visual appeal at night.
- Easy-Care Curtains & Fabric: High-durability materials designed for quick housekeeping and long-term wear resistance.
- Spacious Interior Capacity: Designed to comfortably accommodate whole families with ample space for amenities like dressers, mini-fridges, or TVs.
Business Impact & Results
High Demand & Waitlists
Guest demand for cabanas surged, resulting in consistent waiting lists on holiday weekends and peak periods.
Exceeded Operational Expectations
Delighted repeat guests actively seek out cabana bookings upon return visits.
Expansion Plans
Based on the success of the initial four cabanas, management is expanding the installation with additional units.
Quote from Operations Leadership
“It was more the quality that I was looking for and the ease to maintain… StruXure had already done the homework for me. They told me step-by-step what to do… From the time I started talking with StruXure, in a matter of a month, we had the cabanas already installed… It definitely met my expectations and exceeded them.”
— Mike Shorey, Vice President of Operations
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