Palm beach vacation villas

Palm Beach is a beautiful city that’s just an hour and a half away from Miami. It’s a great place for a vacation, especially if you’re looking for something that’s more low-key than the hustle and bustle of Miami. There are plenty of things to do on your trip, and it’s also a great place if you’re planning on spending time in South Florida with your family or friends.

One of the things that sets Palm Beach apart from other cities in the area is that it has a very relaxed vibe. It’s easy to get around, with plenty of options for transportation if you’re driving or taking public transportation. There are also plenty of activities available year-round, including golfing and shopping—which means there are plenty of things to do when it comes time to retire at night!

Palm beach vacation villas

The Colony Hotel

Since it opened in 1947, The Colony Hotel has provided visitors to Palm Beach with a most delightful boutique hotel experience. Located just steps from ritzy Worth Avenue (check out the yacht brokerage storefronts) and the beach, this romantic, colonial-style building offers a variety of chic accommodations.

While no two standard rooms are alike at this 4-star resort, they all come with classy furnishings and elegant marble bathrooms with stand-alone showers. Upgrade if you can to one of the spacious one- or two-bedroom suites. These larger units come with guest powder rooms and master bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, pull-out couches, as well as full kitchens and verandahs.

This posh hotel boasts 90 rooms. For those wanting that billionaire experience, check into the very luxurious penthouse suite. The largest of these two ultra-luxe suites is over 1,900 square feet in size, and both offer incredible views over the Palm Beach area.

There’s much to commend the hotel in terms of amenities, too. Highlights include its well-known restaurant, Swifty’s; a beach butler service; beautiful pool; and bike program. Hotel staff can also help arrange fun adventures and experiences, from sightseeing to fishing. Guests also have access to a nearby golf club, salon, and fitness center. The hotel also offers plenty of great entertainment, including a regular roster of live music and other events.

The Chesterfield Palm Beach

Another great 4-star option for those desiring to be within walking distance of the opulent Worth Avenue shopping area is The Chesterfield Palm Beach. This elegant resort adds a dose of old-world charm to your luxury beach vacation.

A lovely addition to the resort’s world-class gourmet dining is the opportunity to partake in indulgences such as the delightful traditional afternoon high tea, a ritzy affair that comes complete with scones and cream. The resort’s Leopard Lounge is also worth experiencing, and offers a variety of light meals and refreshments. The hotel has a good-sized swimming pool, and a number of fitness centers and spas are located nearby.

This boutique-style resort consists of just 53 rooms and suites, and the emphasis of each is very much on comfort. The largest units are stylish affairs with separate king bedrooms and living areas, plenty of closet space, and spacious marble bathrooms, including one for your guests.

Other nice features include fresh fruit and flowers, fridges stocked with water and pop, evening turndown service, and, a real treat for the kids, jelly beans! Pets are also welcome and are treated royally with their own pet room service and menus.

The Brazilian Court Hotel

The inspired design of The Brazilian Court Hotel – it follows a classic Spanish Colonial style – certainly sets this property apart. So, too, does its color, a bright sunshine yellow that just makes you feel good.

Centered around a number of elegant courtyards, this luxurious 4-star hotel’s accommodations range from spacious studio suites right up to huge three-bedroom units, all of which come with such standard features as marble bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers (plus bathrobes and slippers). Also included are good-sized balconies or terraces, as well as twice daily maid service, laundry and dry cleaning, and in-room dining.

The interiors of these chic rooms deserve special mention, and comprise elegant furnishings and real mahogany trim and accents. Pet-friendly units are available (be sure to make your needs known when booking.)

There’s much to commend the resort’s amenities, too. Features of note include a heated outdoor swimming pool, and when it’s time to have a dip in the ocean, a chauffeur-driven limo will convey you to the beach. Once you’ve arrived, you’ll be treated to a personal beach bag with water, towels, and sunscreen, as well as complimentary beach chair and umbrella use.

Other amenities include a fitness center, bike rentals, an art gallery, and dining. The hotel also offers a first-rate concierge service. Classy French fare is served in the hotel’s main restaurant, the award-winning Café Boulud Palm Beach.

Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa

Contemporary and classy, Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa is a perfect escape for couples. As the name suggests, there’s a great deal of emphasis on the pampering at this luxurious 5-star resort’s magnificent 42,000-square-foot spa. Here, you can enjoy an endless variety of personalized treatments both indoors and out, as well as use of saunas and steam rooms.

For a truly memorable spa experience, opt for a treatment in a private garden cabana. And be sure to check throughout your stay for daily specials available for resort guests, too.

Other notable amenities include two swimming pools, one of which has been designated as adults only, along with a well-equipped fitness center complete with trainers. The resort also offers a variety of dining experiences, too. All told, five unique dining options are available in the resort’s fine dining and casual on-site restaurants, including al fresco, private dining, and in-room dining.

Other on-site amenities include a huge waterfront terrace with a fire pit, a business lounge, plus tennis courts and lessons. Also available for guests to enjoy are deluxe beachfront cabanas (fee required), as well as activities such as fishing and boating.

The resort’s guest rooms and suites are equally lavish. These spacious accommodations can comfortably sleep up to four guests and come with separate living rooms, two bathrooms, and good-sized balconies.

Those wanting to increase the level of indulgence should consider the club level rooms. These deluxe offerings come complete with a personal concierge and meals in a private lounge. Better still, book the even larger and uber-luxurious “Commander-in-chief” suite. For those bringing pets, an extra fee applies, which includes dog-walking services.

The Breakers

Although built in 1925, making it one of the oldest resorts in Florida, The Breakers can in fact trace its Palm Beach roots back to 1896. It was then that oil magnate Henry Morrison Flagler opened its predecessor, The Palm Beach Inn.

And as today’s guests can attest, this wonderful 5-star resort continues to offer a taste of the finer things in life. Guests are spoiled for choice on so many fronts, from the large Beach Club consisting of four swimming pools (all heated, and one dedicated as adults only), no less than five hot tubs, its beautiful promenade, and perfectly manicured lawns.

Other amenities include a fitness center, a full-service spa, and a spectacular half-mile stretch of private beach. The resort also features nine excellent restaurants and also offers in-room dining and one of the region’s best brunches.

For a special experience, rent one of the quaint beachside bungalows. Though available for daytime use only, these private beachfront getaways come complete with HD TVs and beverage services. Beach activities include scuba diving and snorkeling adventures, kayaks and paddleboards, as well as fishing and boating expeditions. The resort is also home to the state’s oldest 18-hole course, and childcare services are available.

The rooms are no less desirable. Popular choices include the 300- to 400-square-foot sumptuously decorated and furnished units. Boasting chic decor throughout, these elegant rooms come with plenty of closet space and spacious bathrooms with separate bathtubs and marble showers (not to mention a TV in the mirror). They also come with large balconies with beautiful views over the ocean and the property.

Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Beach Resort & Spa

One of the newer 4-star resorts in the area, the Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Beach Resort & Spa offers spacious accommodations, most with great views over the ocean. Each of the resort’s one- and two-bedroom condo-style units come with large well-equipped kitchens, laundry rooms, and good-sized balconies. The master bedrooms each include large en-suites with two-person bathtubs and spacious stand-alone showers (plus bathrobes).

On-site amenities include a restaurant and snack bar, gift shop, two outdoor heated swimming pools, a state-of-the art fitness center, hot tub, and spa. The beach is easy to get to, and lounge chairs and umbrellas are available for rent. There’s much to do on the water, and activities such as kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling can be arranged through the resort, as can boating and Jet Ski excursions.