This restored landmark hotel, which first opened in 1947, has a prime location in the heart of Palm Beach. The elegant interior is richly decorated and furnished, but with a comfortable, casual feel. The sunny guest rooms are decorated in a soft color palette, with upscale bedding and pillowtop mattresses. Bike rentals and beach kits (chairs, umbrellas, and towels) are available to guests, and a nearby health club is complimentary.

The Colony Hotel Amenities:

• 92 rooms, 6 story. Check-in 4 pm, check-out noon. High-speed Internet access, wireless Internet access. Two restaurants, two bars. Outdoor pool. Business center.