A recommended day trip from The Colony Hotel Palm Beach
From The Colony Hotel Palm Beach, take the complimentary beach shuttle or a short walk to the sand for a morning beach session, then stroll Worth Avenue for lunch and shopping. Finish the day with a poolside cocktail and dinner at Swifty’s, or return to your room—Junior Suite, Premium Room, or Standard Room—for a spa-style evening.
In this guide
Start: Beach time and beach butler service
The Colony Hotel Palm Beach provides a free beach shuttle and Beach Butler service that delivers chairs, towels, umbrellas, food, and drinks to the sand. You can use the shuttle or walk; the hotel sits just steps from Midtown/Palm Beach beaches.
Plan a morning swim or sun session to take advantage of cooler temperatures and calmer water. The hotel’s beach setup means you don’t need to haul gear—ask the front desk to arrange the shuttle or Butler service.
- Free beach shuttle (ask the front desk)
- Beach Butler sets up chairs, towels, umbrellas and can deliver food/drinks
- Complimentary bicycles available if you prefer to ride to the seawall or nearby beaches
| When | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Morning | Shuttle or short walk to beach; cooler water, fewer crowds |
| Midday | Sun and swimming; Beach Butler food/drink service available |
| Afternoon | Return to hotel for pools or stroll Worth Avenue |
Midday: Walk Worth Avenue and have lunch
Worth Avenue is about a 1-minute walk from The Colony Hotel Palm Beach and offers high-end shops, galleries, and cafés. It’s convenient for window shopping or stopping for a casual lunch.
If you prefer to stay on-property, Pink Paradise Café serves espresso drinks, pastries, salads, sandwiches, and grab-and-go breakfast and lunch from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Worth Avenue: 1-minute walk from hotel
- Pink Paradise Café hours: 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (walk-ins welcome)
- Swifty’s accepts reservations if you want a sit-down lunch (and later dinner)
| On-site option | Best for |
|---|---|
| Pink Paradise Café | Coffee, pastries, light lunch; no reservation needed |
| Swifty’s (lunch service) | Full menu; reservations recommended for busy times |
Afternoon: Museums, gardens, or Lake Trail ride
Choose a short cultural stop or active outing. The Flagler Museum and the Society of the Four Arts are nearby; both are easy to reach from the hotel by a short drive or bike ride.
If you prefer outdoor activity, rent one of the hotel’s complimentary bicycles and ride part of the Palm Beach Lake Trail along the Intracoastal for waterfront views and photo stops.
- Flagler Museum (Whitehall) — historic Gilded Age estate
- Society of the Four Arts — gardens, galleries, library (nearby)
- Palm Beach Lake Trail — paved waterfront path good for biking or walking
| Option | Why go |
|---|---|
| Flagler Museum | History and architecture; guided tours available |
| Society of the Four Arts | Gardens and rotating exhibitions |
| Lake Trail | Scenic bike or walk, connects several waterfront landmarks |
Late afternoon: Pools and a relaxed return to the hotel
The Colony features multiple outdoor pools (including the main, Florida-shaped pool) with poolside food and drink service. The pool area is a good spot to cool off after sightseeing.
If you want nap time or a quiet hour, return to your room—Junior Suite, Premium Room, or Standard Room—to freshen up before dinner.
- Main pool accessible to all hotel guests; additional pools reserved for villa/bungalow guests
- Poolside bar serves drinks and light bites
- Towels and loungers are provided; pool staff can take orders
| Pool | Who it serves |
|---|---|
| Main (Florida-shaped) pool | All hotel guests |
| Villa and bungalow pools | Reserved for villa/bungalow guests |
Evening: Dinner at Swifty’s or poolside dining
Swifty’s serves Contemporary American cuisine with dinner service nightly; reservations are recommended for dinner. If you prefer a more casual setting, the poolside bar can deliver food and drinks to your lounge chair.
The Living Room bar offers cocktails and light bites in an indoor conversation space if you want a quieter post-dinner drink or live-music entertainment.
- Swifty’s dinner hours list nightly service (check current hours or reserve)
- Poolside bar and The Living Room offer alternative settings for drinks
- Weekly entertainment includes trivia nights, live music, and bingo
| Dining spot | Best for |
|---|---|
| Swifty’s | Full dinner menu; reservations recommended |
| Poolside bar | Casual dining by the pool |
| The Living Room | Cocktails and quieter indoor seating |
Optional: Spa, yoga and evening plans
Book treatments at the Naturopathica Spa & Healing Center (Spa Suite) — it is open daily and offers massages, facials, and other wellness services; reservations are recommended. The property also runs beach yoga and complimentary weekend yoga sessions.
For a quiet evening in, the hotel’s rooms provide complimentary Wi‑Fi for streaming, and House services include valet and overnight parking if you drove to Palm Beach.
- Naturopathica Spa hours: daily 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (book ahead)
- Complimentary in-room Wi‑Fi for planning or streaming
- Valet and overnight parking available (fee applies)
| Service | Notes |
|---|---|
| Spa treatments | Reserve in advance; variety of massages and facials |
| Beach yoga | Scheduled on-site sessions (ask front desk) |
| Parking | Overnight valet parking available for a fee |
Practical tips for the day trip
Check the front desk or BookResorts agents (phone +1 (888) 605-1350) for shuttle times, spa reservations, and to confirm dining hours. The hotel’s check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM (noon).
Dress is generally resort casual for Swifty’s and public areas; bring sunscreen, a reusable water bottle, and a light layer for air-conditioned restaurants or evening breezes.
- Bring photo ID and credit card at check-in (minimum age policy: the guest checking in must be at least 18)
- Complimentary bicycles are available—ask at the front desk
- Pets: dogs 25 lbs and under are allowed for a fee (confirm specifics with the hotel)
| Need | Where to confirm |
|---|---|
| Beach shuttle/Butler | Front desk |
| Spa appointment | Naturopathica Spa & Healing Center / front desk |
| Dining reservations | Swifty’s (call or reserve) |
