This Popular Resort is Coming to Massachusetts This Summer

The Margaritaville Resort opens on Cape Cod in 2024 and we can't wait to get wasted away!

Yup, you'll be nibblin' on sponge cake, watchin' the sun bake all of those tourists covered with oil down the Cape. Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod will replace the Cape Codder Resort & Spa in Hyannis. The Jimmy Buffett-inspired hotel chain has more than 40 locations worldwide.

Imagine waking up in one of the 272 newly renovated, island-inspired guestrooms and suites, where the vibrant colors and laid-back atmosphere transport you to a Margaritaville state of mind.

For those seeking a splash of excitement, the Fins Up! Indoor Water Park promises a watery adventure that will leave you singing "Fins to the left, Fins to the right." If you prefer basking in the sunshine, take a dip in the outdoor pool or unwind at the St. Somewhere Spa, where relaxation takes center stage.

Then there's the Fins Up! Fitness Center, ensuring you stay in top shape while enjoying all the indulgences the resort has to offer. (Don't step on a pop top!) Families can rest easy knowing the Parakeets Kid’s Club will keep the little ones entertained, giving parents a chance to kick back and enjoy some "Cheeseburger in Paradise" without interruptions.

Feeling nostalgic for classic arcade fun? The Fin City Arcade is ready to transport you to a world of retro gaming while you savor a refreshing beverage at one of the signature Margaritaville bars. Whether you prefer a "Margaritaville" cocktail or a "Five O'Clock Somewhere" beer, the resort's eateries have got you covered.

It all started with Jimmy Buffett, the man behind the tunes that make us dream of sandy beaches and umbrella drinks.

Back in 1977, Buffett crooned about "Margaritaville," a mythical place where life is easy, and worries vanish like bubbles in a blender. Well, guess what? That daydream became a reality!  Buffett kicked off the Margaritaville lifestyle. It wasn't long before beachy bars, resorts, and merch were born. Margaritaville isn't just a brand; it's a way of life, where the sun always shines, and the margaritas flow like a never-ending waterfall.

Buffett, who died September 2, 2023 at the age of 76. Buffet had Merkel cell cancer. Merkel cell cancer is very rare, according to the National Cancer Institute. Risk factors include sun exposure, having a weak immune system and being older than 50.  Buffet's last show was in Rhode Island in July of 2023. Fun fact: Buffett's only pop hit was "Margaritaville," but his businesses made him a millionaire a few times over. Buffett is survived by his wife, Jane Slagsvol, two daughters, Savannah Jane and Sarah Delaney, and son Cameron Marley.

Jimmy Buffett fans react to his death with nothing but beach-bum love. One Massachusetts fan said on WCVB: "Leave it to Jimmy to pass away on a three day weekend, to have an extra day in Margaritaville."

Not a bad thing has even been said of Jimmy Buffett. Bob Seger said: "Sunshine personified. I've never met a human being that didn't like him." That's hard to find in show business.

KTLA Los Angeles entertainment reporter Sam Rubin said it best:

There's a lot more to Jimmy Buffett than just Margaritaville. Extraordinary success amplifies who you really are. If you're a nice guy like Jimmy Buffett was, it amplifies what a nice guy he was. 

It's the true, the takeaway to Jimmy's death are in the tributes pouring in. From the biggest movie and TV stars, the biggest music stars, entertainment CEO's, former presidents, and athletes, they all agree. Jimmy was the real deal. He was simply a nice guy.

Why was Jimmy such a nice guy?

It was a quiet weekend afternoon on the water in beautiful Portsmouth, Rhode Island. Then out of nowhere, the iconic Jimmy Buffett SHOCKS Rhode Island. 

It really was. Imagine this: on a July weekend, (it was LAST July) you and some friends are enjoying a relaxing cocktail at the cozy Sunset Cove Restaurant in lovely Portsmouth Rhode Island. On the intimate by-the-water stage, is an artist named Mac McAnally. He jumps in to a familiar, favorite song. It was one that almost everyone knows. It was It’s Five O’clock Somewhere, a song made well known by Jimmy Buffett and Alan Jackson. As Mac was performing the song, he sang the familiar lyric:

….At a moment like this, I can’t help but wonder what would JIMMY BUFFETT DO?

At that exact moment, before a stunned concert crowd, OUT WALKS JIMMY BUFFETT, to continue singing HIS SONG!!! As you can imagine, people in the audience were pinching themselves, wondering if they had TOO MUCH TO DRINK! How can it be? Jimmy Buffett, TEN FEET AWAY? It was true!

What you may or may not know, is that Mac McAnally is a long time member of Jimmy’s band, The Coral Reefers. Since May of this year, Jimmy has been resting, in all sorts of places, after a surprise routine visit to his doctor here in Boston, pulled him OFF the road.

The July holiday weekend found Jimmy resting in Long Island. Reportedly, Jimmy has a place in Sag Harbor. So, when he heard about his pal Mac, playing across Long Island Sound, what did he do? Jimmy, a licensed pilot, hopped into his plane, and piloted, himself to Rhode Island, landing in Newport. He called Mac ahead of time to arrange for someone to pick him up at the Newport airport. It gets better. Mac’s driver dropped off Jimmy at a nearby boat marina, so Jimmy could secretly boat to the on-the water stage of the Sunset Cove Restaurant. This way, he was already BACKSTAGE at the venue without being noticed! Pure showbiz! Everything went perfect! After Jimmy’s appearance, he flew himself, back home, leaving Rhode Island SHOCKED!

As we see how Jimmy Buffett fans react to his death, one thing is clear, he will be remembered, as not just an music icon, business mogul, best selling author. All of that maybe trumped. He maybe remembered as being a nice guy. Isn't that the most important way to go? Jimmy, we are toasting you, this long three day weekend. Leave it to you to make sure we remember you, on a three day party weekend, wasting away in Margaritaville.

Sam comments on Jimmy getting a final visit from Paul McCartney, who sang to him and his family.

I hope I get this quote when my adventure on Earth comes to a close.

Well said Jimmy. If you let the grief stop you from moving forward, like a wave behind the boat, it can sink you.

Isn't that what he would have wanted? These two look like life long Parrot-heads!

He was loved around the world, one Margarita at a time.

Beach Boys, Al Jardine checks in to share his love for the original beach bum.

You never know. This fan saw Jimmy LIVE, this past May.

Read the whole tweet from Paul McCartney, on his friend, Jimmy Buffett. You can feel Paul's love come through. 8 million people have already read it.