Accommodation Gold and Treasure Coasts

Accommodation Gold and Treasure Coasts

THE GOLD AND TREASURE COASTS

BOCA RATON Ocean Lodge   S   

531 N Ocean Blvd, 33432 Tel (561) 395-7772 Fax (561) 395-0554  Rooms 18 

A real bargain, this small two-story motel has large, well-appointed rooms. The best part about Ocean Lodge, besides its prices, is its proximity to the beach – just across the street. Don’t expect frills or any pampering. An older and mainly Canadian clientele tends to frequent this place year after year.

BOCA RATON Boca Raton Resort and Club

501 E Camino Real, 33431 Tel (561) 447-3000 Fax (561) 447-3183  Rooms 963 

This sophisticated 1926 Addison Mizner resort straddles the Intracoastal Waterway, encompassing acres of land. Some rooms are located in the original 27-story building and others in the more modern beach club accessible by water shuttle. Activities include 18-hole golf courses and a 25-slip marina. www.bocaresort.com

CLEWISTON Clewiston Inn  

108 Royal Palm Ave, 33440 Tel (863) 983-8151  Rooms 52

This charming, Southern plantation-style hotel is the oldest in the Lake Okeechobee area. Rooms are simple and nondescript. The famous Everglades Lounge is a kitsch throwback to the 1940s, with a mural depicting all the animals that live in the region and a bar full of the images of local colorful wildlife. www.clewistoninn.com

DELRAY BEACH Sundy House 

106 S Swinton Ave, 33444 Tel (561) 272-5678 Fax (561) 272-1115  Rooms 11

The oldest hotel in the area is a bona fide 1902 Queen Anne-style house, with a Victorian façade and an über-modern interior. Caribbean- and equestrian-style rooms are located in a garden with over 5,000 species of exotic plants. Its on-site restaurant, De La Tierra, is one of the best in Florida. www.sundyhouse.com

FORT LAUDERDALE Fort Lauderdale Beach Hostel   

2115 N Ocean Blvd, 33305 Tel (954) 567-7275 Fax (954) 567-9697  Rooms 12 

Backpackers always have a home here, with clean dorm beds and private rooms. Parking, phones, a breakfast buffet, surfboards, and in-line skates all come for free. A very convivial atmosphere prevails, not usually found in hotels. The helpful staff will provide useful information on the area. www.fortlauderdalehostel.com

FORT LAUDERDALE Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six 

2301 SE 17th St, 33316 Tel (954) 525-6666 Fax (954) 728-3541  Rooms 380 

Once the trendiest hotel in the area, the Pier Sixty-Six stands on the Intracoastal Waterway as a reminder of its heyday. With a huge European spa, a 40-person hydrotherapy pool, and Grille 66 Bar, this hotel still retains an air  of the past. www.hyatt.com

FORT LAUDERDALE Pillars Hotel  

111 N Birch Rd, 33304 Tel (954) 467-9639 Fax (954) 763-2845  Rooms 23 

A sublime hideaway on the Intracoastal Waterway, this British Colonial Caribbean-style retreat has lavish rooms with rich furnishings. A welcome cocktail is served on arrival. There is a library with over 500 books as well as videos. A gorgeous pool and courtyard create a relaxed ambience. Water taxis available. www.pillarshotel.com

FORT LAUDERDALE Lago Mar Resort and Club  

1700 S Ocean Lane, 33316 Tel (954) 523-6511 Fax (954) 524-6627  Rooms 212 

Occupying its own little island between Lake Mayan and the Atlantic, Lago Mar is a charming resort with a beach. The large swimming lagoon is spectacular. Great for families with children, it can be romantic for couples, too. There’s also a full-service spa. The service is knowledgeable and accommodating. www.lagomar.com

FORT LAUDERDALE Marriott’s Harbor Beach  

3030 Holiday Drive, 33316 Tel (954) 525-4000 Fax (954) 766-6193  Rooms 637  Road map F4

On a secluded oceanfront south of the Fort Lauderdale strip, Harbor Beach has a sprawling pool and an enormous, $8-million spa. Rooms have been refurbished in marble with deep crown molding. There’s an excellent seafood restaurant and bar, 3030 Ocean. Riva, the Mediterranean-style eatery is also good. www.marriottharborbeach.com

FORT LAUDERDALE Pelican Grand Beach Resort

2000 North Ocean Blvd, 33301 Tel (954) 568-9431 Fax (954) 565-2662  Rooms 180

This hotel sits on 500 ft (152 m) of clean white sand. It provides cozy rooms, most with balconies, and a relaxing oceanfront veranda with a sundeck, and rocking chairs. The heated outdoor pool with its river-raft ride is popular with

children and some adults as well. www.pelicanbeach.com

FORT LAUDERDALE Riverside Hotel 

620 E Las Olas Blvd, 33301 Tel (954) 467-0671 Fax (954) 462-2148  Rooms 217

New Orleans meets Fort Lauderdale at this charming six-story 1936 hotel, on a bustling thoroughfare of shops, cafés, and bars. Rooms overlook the New River; some have king-size beds with mirrored canopies and flowing drapes. The hotel’s two great restaurants are Indigo, an Asian fusion spot, and the more stylish Grill Room. www.riversidehotel.com

FORT LAUDERDALE The Atlantic Fort Lauderdale 

601 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, 33304 Tel (954) 567-8020 Fax (954) 567-8040  Rooms 120  This beautiful hotel is located across from the beach and just a short drive from downtown. There are spa facilities at “Spa Atlantic”, as well as a lovely swimming pool and gym, plus a wonderful restaurant, Trina, which serves Mediterranean fare. www.luxurycollection.com/atlantic

HOLLYWOOD Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino

1 Seminole Way, 33314 Tel Fax (954) 327-7625  Rooms 500 

The main draw at the Hard Rock is the casino, but the rooms are surprisingly swanky with flat-screen TVs, Egyptian cotton linens, and spacious bathrooms. The pool area is as impressive with its lagoon-style pool, with waterfalls and hot tubs. On-site clubs and bars make it a major nocturnal destination. www.seminolehardrock.com

HOLLYWOOD The Westin Diplomat Resort and Spa 

3555 S Ocean Drive, 33019 Tel (954) 602-6000 Fax (954) 602-7000  Rooms 1060 

A monstrous resort that finally wakened this sleepy strip of Hollywood beachfront, the 39-story Diplomat features boutique-meets-Art-Deco rooms with Westin’s trademark Heavenly Bed. The pool is glass-bottomed with cascading waterfalls. Satine and Nikki Marina Beach Club are hugely popular. www.diplomatresort.com

JUPITER La Quinta Inn 

34 Fisherman’s Wharf, 33477 Tel (561) 575-7201 Fax (561) 575-1169  Rooms 100

With a convenient location near important business centers, Wellesley Inn is favored by corporate travelers. Accommodations vary from single rooms to king-size suites, all furnished with modern amenities. Close to golf courses, the hotel is also within walking distance of the beach. www.laquintainn.com

JUPITER Jupiter Beach Resort 

5 N A1A, 33477 Tel (866) 943-0950 Fax (561) 744-1741  Rooms 179  Road map F4

A multi-million dollar renovation has turned Jupiter’s only resort from drab to delightful. Rooms are cozy and modern with marble baths, feather pillows, and ocean views. A sprawling private beach and the superb Sinclair’s restaurant are the main aspects attracting guests and visitors. Unparalleled service. www.jupiterbeachresort.com

LAKE WORTH Mango Inn Bed and Breakfast 

128 North Lakeside Drive, 33460 Tel (561) 533-6900  Rooms 10

Just two blocks from downtown Lake Worth, this 1915 home has a lovely, eclectic mix of furnishings. The welcoming innkeepers have created a cozy retreat in a quiet neighborhood. The expanded continental breakfast includes cereal, fruit, eggs, and pastries. www.mangoinn.com

LAUDERDALE BY THE SEA A Little Inn by the Sea

4546 El Mar Drive, 33308 Tel (954) 772-2450 Fax (954) 938-9354  Rooms 29

A rare gem located on the ocean, this European-style guesthouse features a lovely private palm tree-lined beach. Rooms are unremarkable, but well maintained and clean. A free breakfast buffet, rooftop terrace, and heated freshwater pool make it all worthwhile. Book early. www.alittleinn.com

LAUDERDALE BY THE SEA Courtyard Villa on the Ocean

4312 El Mar Drive, 33308 Tel (954) 776-1164 Fax (954) 491-0768  Rooms 80 

A small historic hotel, the Courtyard Villa offers spacious oceanfront rooms with private balconies, suites overlooking the lovely pool, and two-bedroom apartments. There is a second-floor sundeck and heated pool. Swim off the beach to a living reef just a little distance offshore. Great for romantic getaways. www.courtyardvilla.com

NORTH HUTCHINSON ISLAND The Melon Patch Inn 

3601 N A1A, Fort Pierce, 34949 Tel (877) 462-6699 Fax (772) 462-0110  Rooms 6 

You’ll find all the comforts of home at the Melon Patch Inn – the innkeepers will even bring breakfast to your room.

The cottage-style building is near Fort Pierce, and was established in 1949. Sometimes weddings are held here; it’s a fine spot, with beautiful grounds.

PALM BEACH Palm Beach Historic Inn

365 S County Rd, 33480 Tel (561) 832-4009 Fax (561) 832-6255  Rooms 13 

At this antique-filled historic inn, a block from the beach, each room comes with wine, fruit, tea, cookies, and snacks. Egyptian cotton linens, fluffy bathrobes, and excellent toiletries add to the comfort. A baby grand piano and guitars are available for the musically inclined. Free stay for children. Friendly owners. www.palmbeachhistoricinn.com

PALM BEACH Brazilian Court 

301 Australian Ave, 33480 Tel (561) 655-7740 Fax (561) 655-0801  Rooms 103 

Ladies who lunch prefer Brazilian Court because star chef Daniel Boulud’s Café Boulud and celebrity hairdresser Frederic Fekkai’s famous salon are housed here. Others love this pet-friendly place for its Mediterranean-style rooms with wood shutters, imported fabrics, individual climate controls, and limestone bathrooms. www.thebraziliancourt.com

PALM BEACH Chesterfield Hotel 

363 Cocoanut Row, 33480 Tel (561) 659-5800 Fax (561) 569-6707  Rooms 65

The sister hotel to the Chesterfield in London, this hotel is reminiscent of an English country manor with a bit of attitude. The rooms are Laura Ashley-inspired, almost like an adult dollhouse. Service is exceptional. The Leopard Lounge is one of Palm Beach’s most sizzling night spots. www.chesterfieldpb.com

PALM BEACH Crown Plaza Hotel 

3200 North Ocean Drive, Singer Island, 33480 Tel (561) 842-6171 Fax (561) 848-6842 Rooms 193 

Just a short drive from North Palm Beach, this upscale boutique hotel on beautiful Singer Island has nice comfy rooms with ocean views. It’s only minutes from great golf courses on Singer Island, and deep-sea fishing is also offered here. www.oceanfrontcp.com

PALM BEACH Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach

2800 S Ocean Blvd, 33480 Tel (561) 582-2800 Fax (561) 547-1557  Rooms 210  Road map F4

Favored by upper-crust travelers, the Four Seasons is the quintessence of service. Though a bit imposing from outside, it is pleasant and inviting inside. The museum-like lobby is stuffy, but the full-service spa will appeal to even the stodgiest guests. The restaurant here is fantastic, and one of the best in the state. www.fourseasons.com

PALM BEACH The Breakers 

1 S County Rd, 33480 Tel (561) 655-6611 Fax (561) 659-8403  Rooms 560 

A Palm Beach landmark, this Italian Renaissance-style oceanfront hotel is where old money clashes with new. The Flagler Club, a hotel within the hotel, features butlers, concierges, doting service, and celebrities. The Oceanfront Spa and Beach Club is indulgent, as are the restaurants. Golf, spa, and family activities. www.thebreakers.com

PALM BEACH The Colony 

155 Hammon Ave, 33480 Tel (561) 655-5430 Fax (561) 659-8104  Rooms 85

Roxanne Pulitzer and many other reclusive celebrities have stayed at this Georgian-style hotel. Rooms are floral, with small bathrooms, and there is an energetic little bar scene with live cabaret music. The suites and apartments are great, but a lot more expensive than the rooms. www.thecolonypalmbeach.com

PALM BEACH The Ritz Carlton Palm Beach

100 S Ocean Blvd, 33462 Tel (561) 533-6000 Fax (561) 540-4999  Rooms 270  Road map F4

Typical Ritz Carlton hotel with exquisite service, this is a bit of a drive from downtown. However, many people prefer its remote location on the beach in Manalapan, a sub-area of Palm Beach. The staff are particularly pet friendly, and the food and service are excellent. There are also wonderful views of the beach. www.ritzcarlton.com

PALM BEACH GARDENS PGA National Resort and Spa

400 Ave of the Champions, 33418 Tel (561) 627-2000 Fax (561) 227-2595 Rooms 339

Expect a lot of thrills at this formidable golf resort; national headquarters of the PGA. The top-rated Mediterranean spa is for golf widows, while the par-72 Champion Course, re-designed by Jack Nicklaus, is for all golf enthusiasts. Waters of the World offers six outdoor therapy pools. Rooms are comfortable. www.pga-resorts.com

PORT ST. LUCIE Club Med Sandpiper

4500 SE Pine Valley, 34952 Tel (772) 398-5100 Fax (772) 398-5101  Rooms 337

It is not Disney, but this place is certainly fun, especially for children. Besides programs tailored for them, Baby Club Med, Petit Club Med, Mini Club Med, and Junior’s Club Med keep the young ones busy while you enjoy golf, tennis, water skiing, and a circus school. Rooms are basic but all food and drink is included. www.clubmed.com

SEBASTIAN Floridana Beach Motel 

6580 S AIA Hwy, Melbourne Beach, 32951 Tel (321) 726-6560 Fax (321) 726-1641  Rooms 5 

Resting on a rural stretch of the Atlantic coastline with pristine beaches and grassy dunes, this hotel is a good place to relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. Fishing is the main activity in the area. Close to restaurants, golf courses, and shopping centers. The property is non-smoking. www.motelfloridana.com

SINGER ISLAND Hilton Singer Island Oceanfront Resort

3700 N Ocean Drive, 33404 Tel (561) 848-3888 Fax (561) 848-4299  Rooms 223

Located on the ocean, this classy hotel is ideal for a relaxing stay. Guest rooms are designed in a contemporary style, each featuring a balcony with ocean or island views of the Intracoastal Waterway. Minutes from the area’s shopping, dining, and recreational facilities. A fine restaurant on site. www.singerislandoceanfrontresort.hilton.com

SOUTH HUTCHINSON ISLAND Dockside Harborlight Inn

1160 Seaway Drive, 34949 Tel (772) 468-3555 Fax (772) 489-9848  Rooms 64 

This inn that was damaged during the 2004 hurricanes and then restored still stands proud on the water and remains a favorite for fishing and boating enthusiasts, with a private fishing pier and boat slips. The design is mainly nautical, with waterfront balconies and kitchenettes. www.docksideinn.com

STUART Hutchinson Island Marriott Beach Resort and Marina 

555 NE Ocean Blvd, 34996 Tel (772) 225-3700 Fax (772) 225-0003  Rooms 281 

A family-friendly resort on the grounds of a former pineapple plantation, the Marriott is heavy on activities such as tennis, golf, boating, and fishing. Some rooms overlook the water, while others face the gardens. Sign up to watch sea turtles on the sand if you’re here in the summer. www.marriott.com

VERO BEACH Driftwood Resort 

3150 Ocean Drive, 32963 Tel (772) 231-0550 Fax (772) 234-1981  Rooms 100 

Originally planned in the 1930s as a private estate by wacky entrepreneur Waldo Saxton, the Driftwood is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The rooms were refurbished after the 2004 hurricanes. Some of them have Jacuzzis, while all have a kitchen. The rustic-chic decor features antique furniture. www.thedriftwood.com

VERO BEACH Islander Inn

3101 Ocean Drive, 32963 Tel (772) 231-4431  Rooms 16 

An old Florida-style motel, this place is within walking distance of the beach, local restaurants, and shops. Each room has a small fridge, king-size bed or two double beds, paddle fans, vaulted ceilings, and wicker furniture. Rooms open onto a lovely courtyard and pretty pool, where guests can take a break from the beach. www.theislanderinn.com

VERO BEACH Disney’s Vero Beach Resort

9250 Island Grove Terrace, 32963 Tel (772) 234-2000 Fax (772) 234-2030  Rooms 211

Sprawling across pristine beaches, this is a turn-of-the-last-century Florida beach community. Rooms are bright and large. The pool is designed like a lagoon with a two-story winding slide. Fun children’s programs include turtle walks, campfires, or a trip to a nearby cattle ranch. Disney character breakfasts on select days. www.dvcresorts.com

WEST PALM BEACH Hibiscus House  

501 30th St, 33407 Tel (561) 863-5633 Fax (561) 863-5633  Rooms 5 

In a quiet historic West Palm neighborhood, this 1920s B&B is decorated with antiques and tapestries. Rooms have a private terrace or balcony. The backyard is a tropical garden with heated pool and lounge chairs. The sitting room is wrapped in glass, and stocked with cards and board games. Superb gourmet breakfasts. www.hibiscushouse.com

WEST PALM BEACH Hotel Biba  

320 Belvedere Rd, 33407 Tel (561) 832-0094 Fax (561) 833-7848  Rooms 43

The hippest choice in the area, Hotel Biba is a motor inn transformed into a fabulous boutique hotel. Designed by Barbara Hulanicki, the place is colorful, funky, and chic, with Asian gardens, a pool, requisite bar, and a clientele of trendy young jet-setters. www.hotelbiba.com