Where to Stay

Short of being a guest at one of the lavish mansions on the Intracoastal Waterway, you’ll find a variety of accommodations in the Palm Beach area that will suit your needs and budget. You can stay at historic bed and breakfasts and inns or luxurious suites at exclusive resorts with outstanding amenities. Attention to detail and service is the norm here and many accommodations are close to shopping along famous Worth Avenue and other local attractions.

Palm Beach

The most elegant place to stay is, of course, The Breakers on 140 oceanfront acres. With lush gardens, a spa and fitness center, tennis, and several PGA golf courses, this superlative five star resort by reputation and design symbolizes the epitome of a great Florida resort. They also have children’s programs and activities, and several restaurants. You’ll be treated like royalty here.

Not far from the Breakers Hotel, but near the historic downtown district within walking distance to world class shopping and restaurants is the luxurious Four Seasons Resort where you will be pampered and spoiled. Another is the tropical style Heart of Palm Beach with golf and tennis. The oldest inn is the 1922 Bradley House, a Mediterranean-style bed and breakfast close to the ocean.

Lodgings in the heart of Palm Beach’s first historic district has Old World charm and modern amenities. The Palm Beach Historic Inn is a great choice. Also, the Brazilian Court Hotel is a five star hotel with a reputation for excellence. For beachfront accommodations, the Palm Beach Hawaiian Ocean Inn offers comfortably furnished suites with great ocean views. Also within walking distance to the beach and famous Worth Avenue shopping is the The Plaza Inn, a charming 50 room bed and breakfast.

West Palm Beach

West Palm Beach is as charming and delightful as its sister’s city. Close to the airport, the spacious Sheraton West Palm Beach offers first class accommodations for business and pleasure travelers with many extras. Enjoy a two-course breakfast in the Hibiscus House Bed and Breakfast, a 1922 restored home, or the Royal Palm House Bed and Breakfast, a 1925 colonial home with a tropical garden and secluded swimming pool.

Airport

The Palm Beach International Airport sees receives over six million passengers each year. For travelers requiring comfortable accommodations in this area, but within a few minutes driving to downtown shopping, restaurants and attractions, the Crowne Plaza is a first rate hotel and offers numerous amenities. The nearby Hampton Inn provides a sumptuous breakfast bar and shuttle service into the historic district.

North of Palm Beach

In the North Palm Beach area, there are many hotels that provide five star accommodations. The Jupiter Beach Resort, a nine story hotel with three restaurants, is located right on the beach. It provides teleconference services for business travelers, and is close to attractions and shopping. The Waterford Hotel & Conference Center is another world class resort that offers luxurious suites, several restaurants, and many excellent amenities.

In Palm Beach Shores, the Marriott's Ocean Pointe is located on 24 acres with private beach, offering villas and suites. It is also close to a variety of highly rated local restaurants and attractions. Also located on the ocean is the acclaimed Sailfish Resort.

South of Palm Beach

Lake Worth, located at the southern end of Palm Beach, has many charming hotels and historic inns. The Sabal Palm House is close to the beach and offers their guests amenities that will make them feel at home. Also, the Mango Inn is a 1920’s era private home will provide a memorable stay. Decorated in colorful Key West style, the Paradore of the Palm Beaches is a complex of several buildings and its close to downtown Lake Worth.

An historic hotel located on the Intracoastal Waterway is the Gulfstream Hotel, offering terrific water views. A 9 story hotel, and close to shopping and restaurants, it has an excellent restaurant with live entertainment. In the exclusive community of Manalapan, the Ritz-Carlton will make any visit a memorable one. It offers business center services, convention, and banquet facilities, as well as a 6000 square foot ballroom for major events.

Whether you stay near the airport, historic oceanfront Palm Beach, or the nearby communities such as Lake Worth or West Palm Beach, the choices of accommodations available are almost endless, from very exclusive and expensive resorts, to affordable and cozy bed and breakfasts. Wherever you decide to stay, it’s sure to be a comfortable and pleasant visit, whether for business or pleasure. You’ll want to come back again and again.

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