A New Look at the One&Only Ocean Club

By: - December 9th, 2015

One of the best hotels in the Caribbean has unveiled a new look.

The One&Only Ocean Club has completed its resort-wide enhancement project.

The five-month, multimillion-dollar renovation focused on the resort’s historic Hartford Wing, including a complete redesign and the addition of a new infinity pool and Ocean Pool Grill.

Above: a redesigned guest room in the Hartford Wing

Above: a redesigned guest room in the Hartford Wing

The renovation at the legendary Paradise Island property was done in collaboration with HKS Architects (HKS) and Jeffrey Beers International.

The company said the redesigned Hartford Wing “blends the glamorous ambience and exclusivity of the grand colonial manor in the most alluring beachfront hideaway in the Caribbean.”

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