What it is

Historic Italian Renaissance-style resort on 140 oceanfront acres.

What it isn't

At 538 rooms, intimate or boutique-like...though you can rent a room on a private-access floor.

What we think

Like the Del Coronado in San Diego or the Greenbrier in West Virginia, the Breakers is one of America’s classic resort destinations. Founded in 1896 by oil magnate Henry Morrison Flagler, the Breakers is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is still owned by Flagler descendants. The main mansion, housing the majority of the 538 guestrooms, was inspired by 15th-century Italian architecture, as its twin Belvedere towers are patterned after the Villa Medici in Rome. The family reinvests $30 million annually to maintain and update the property, which could mean refreshing a block of hotel rooms (recently the poolside bungalows were equipped with daybeds, open-sky showers and wet bars) or adding a restaurant like HMF, designed by Adam Tihany. Here, old-fashioned Palm Beach cocktail culture has made a comeback with drinks like fresh fruit daiquiris. If you’re interested in the Breakers’ most exclusive experience, book a suite in the Flagler Club, a private-access “hotel within a hotel,” located in the main lodges’ sixth and seventh floors. There’s also a golf academy, a 17-suite spa (serious sybarites should book the 4.5-hour Spa Suite Experience, which includes a body wrap, seaweed bath, and custom massage) and snorkeling tours a half mile off the coast.

You're here because

You’re looking for an all-American oceanfront resort that has a beach town’s worth of shops, restaurants and activities.

The Moment

You've snagged a table in the light-filled Circle restaurant for the resort’s famous brunch, a Sunday tradition for more than 25 years. A buffet of freshly squeezed juices, Belgian waffles, made-to-order omelets, carved ham and a full raw bar (Alaskan king crab legs, sushi, caviar, smoked salmon) await.

Location

On the Atlantic seafront of Palm Beach barrier island. It’s a five-minute drive to Worth Avenue—lined with shops and restaurants—and 15 minutes from Palm Beach Airport. Miami International Airport is 75 miles away.

Restaraunts & Bars

HMF - The return of the glamorous Palm Beach cocktail party

The Seafood Bar - Breathtaking views matched only by the seasonal catch

Echo - The tastes of Asia with a contemporary and vibrant twist

Flagler Steakhouse - Classic steak, serious cocktails, modern style

The Beach Club Restaurant - Signature oceanfront dining and cocktails

The Italian Restaurant - Fun for the whole family with home-style Italian fare

Sunday Brunch - A celebrated tradition with every indulgence at your fingertips

The Circle - Enjoy meals served in a magnificent, light-filled setting

Ocean House - Where sand and sun meet for casual fare poolside

The Surf Break - Refreshing cocktails and casual food amidst soothing ocean breezes

HMF - The return of the glamorous Palm Beach cocktail party

The Seafood Bar - Breathtaking views matched only by the seasonal catch

Echo - The tastes of Asia with a contemporary and vibrant twist

Family activities

Whether you seek an activity-filled vacation or a sanctuary for spirit and soul, The Breakers beachfront lifestyle sets the stage for a memorable experience. Beyond the classic amenities offered:

Energize with a workout at the spectacular New Ocean Fitness — spin on the terrace or take a paddleboard class in the Atlantic Ocean

Enjoy a historic bicycle tour of Palm Beach

Delight in beachside Yoga and Pilates classes

Discover Scuba diving or experience a guided snorkeling trip to The Breakers own ree

Board a fun-filled Catamaran tour or sail a Hobie Cat

Immerse yourself in one of four oceanside pools or simply lounge on the private beach

Discover the shared history between two of Palm Beach’s most renowned landmarks with a Guided Tour of Flagler Museum and The Breakers Palm Beach.