Biba Social Private Club to Open in January 2027
The historic West Palm Beach property will feature a high-end restaurant and exclusive club facilities.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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The Biba Social private club is scheduled to debut in January 2027 at 320 Belvedere Road in West Palm Beach. The project will begin taking membership applications on November 1, 2026.
Why it matters
The development team identified growing affluence in the local population as a key driver for the demand for this new private gathering space.
The project spans nearly 1 acre and includes 26 hotel rooms, with nine suites. The property was acquired for $4.5 million in late 2020.
The players
Elizabeth Rad Elghanayan
She is the owner who purchased the historic West Palm Beach property for $4.5 million in 2020.
Corrado Properties
This management firm is overseeing the development and restoration of the historic hotel site.
MayaBay Restaurant Group
This group will operate the Thai-Japanese restaurant within the new private club facility.
The details
The site, formerly known as the Hotel Biba and Mount Vernon Motor Lodge, was restored under the management of Corrado Properties. Members will have access to a Thai-Japanese restaurant operated by the MayaBay Restaurant Group.
Timeline
The original motor lodge property first opened in 1941.
The property was purchased by Royal Palm WPB Hospitality in late 2020.
Membership applications open on November 1, 2026.
The club is scheduled to open in January 2027.
Market Landscape
The club's debut reflects a broader trend of luxury repurposing projects in historic districts to capitalize on regional wealth shifts. This positioning places the club in direct competition with established exclusive venues throughout Palm Beach County.
Prospective members should prepare for a minimum entry cost of $50,000 to access the facilities. The restaurant component is expected to provide a new dining option for the local community once the site opens in 2027.
The takeaway
This development highlights the ongoing conversion of historic hospitality assets into members-only experiences. Residents interested in joining should monitor the application opening date in late 2026.
What happens next
Membership applications for the club will officially begin on November 1, 2026.
Further reading
For more on local business development, visit West Palm Beach Openings & Closings.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Palm Beach Post.
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