All around you, in classic Florida style, you are surrounded by color. Reds, yellows, oranges, blues ... you name it. It not only has retained its charm over the decades, but also looks almost as shiny and bright as when it opened its doors back in the Roaring 20s. See for yourself in this photo tour:
Especially notable for arriving guests is the hand-operated elevator (yes, the original from 1926) and a telephone switchboard that was finally retired in 1995.
Our room featured antique furniture paired with a new age, flat screen TV. The bath is very white and bright. A window unit with its own remote keeps you comfortable at whatever temperature you like.
You'll want to take time to roam the halls and lobby to check out the framed art, including historic photos from the hotel's past. Another bonus is complimentary breakfast. It's served in the lobby dining area from 7 to 10 am. There's also a bar that opens at 4 pm, and the entrance off Atlantic offers a wide porch where guests can enjoy a beverage, people watch, read a book or enjoy live music in the evenings.
Parking is free -- another nice perk -- in the lot right behind. Guests also have use of the Cabana Club, a private beachfront two miles away with a heated saltwater pool. At the time of our visit the pool was closed for renovation, so take a rain check on the pool/beach report. (It is supposed to re-open near the first of the year.)
Then there's the location. Just a few steps from your room and you're on Atlantic Avenue and its myriad collection of shops, restaurants, bars, boutique shopping and entertainment. Pam will have more to day about one shop she discovered. Here's a hint: Cupcakes.
If you want to try it for yourself, now's a good time. They have special rates in effect through the end of the year. You can also find a good overview of the hotel's history in this article from The Palm Beach Post.
We give it our top rating -- four pineapples. -- Gerry and Pam
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