
The Colony Hotel Palm Beach
Best for Palm Beach atmosphere, walkable shopping, and a boutique social pool scene.
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The Colony Hotel Palm Beach is a 1947 Palm Beach boutique hotel with refreshed interiors, poolside dining, and an on-site Naturopathica Spa Suite—good for travelers who want a small, social Palm Beach base near Worth Avenue. Amrit Ocean Resort & Spa is a luxury, oceanfront, wellness-focused resort in Riviera Beach geared toward guests prioritizing an immersive spa and ocean-view resort experience.
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Best for Palm Beach atmosphere, walkable shopping, and a boutique social pool scene.

Best for an oceanfront wellness stay with multiple spa and hydrotherapy features.
When The Colony Hotel Palm Beach wins: Choose The Colony if you want a small, characterful Palm Beach hotel steps from Worth Avenue, with easy beach access, a lively social pool, classic on-site dining, and a compact spa program.
When Amrit Ocean Resort & Spa wins: Choose Amrit if your priority is purpose-built oceanfront wellness — more extensive spa facilities (sauna, hammam, hot tub, Korean sauna, steam room, light therapy), multiple ocean-facing room types, and direct beach access.
Bottom line: The Colony is the pick for Palm Beach provenance, proximity to shops and a boutique social scene; Amrit is the pick for a dedicated oceanfront spa-and-wellness resort experience nearby.
| Category | The Colony Hotel Palm Beach | Amrit Ocean Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Historic boutique hotel with Palm Beach social energy and curated events. | Purpose-built luxury oceanfront spa and wellness resort. |
| Location | 155 Hammon Ave — a short walk to Worth Avenue and Palm Beach beaches. | 3100 N Ocean Dr, Riviera Beach — sits directly on the oceanfront. |
| Size | 89 rooms and 16 suites (boutique scale). | Not published |
| Ages / policy | All ages welcome (family-friendly; babysitting available). | All ages welcome (not adults-only). |
| Pools & beach | Three pools (main Florida-shaped pool plus reserved villa/bungalow pools) and private beach access with beach butler service. | Indoor and outdoor pool facilities plus a private beach; oceanfront access from property. |
| Restaurants & bars | Swifty's (signature American restaurant), Pink Paradise Café, The Living Room cocktail bar, poolside bar. | On-site restaurants / lounges and poolside bar(s) (names not published in supplier listing). |
| Spa & wellness | Naturopathica Spa Suite with massages, facials, body treatments; complimentary weekend yoga; off-site fitness access. | Full spa and wellness facilities including massage, hammam, Korean sauna, light therapy, steam room, hot tub and yoga room. |
| Known for | Palm Beach history, proximity to Worth Avenue shopping, lively pool entertainment and social programming. | Extensive on-site wellness programming and oceanfront setting. |
| Accessibility & services | Valet parking, free Wi‑Fi, beach shuttle, bike rentals, event spaces and meeting venues. | Wheelchair accessible, free Wi‑Fi in rooms, concierge, express check-in/out, luggage storage, laundry/valet services. |
| Check-in / check-out | Check-in 4:00 PM, check-out 12:00 PM (noon). | Check-in begins 4:00 PM; check-out time 12:00 AM (supplier listing). |
The Colony sits at 155 Hammon Avenue in the heart of Palm Beach, steps from Worth Avenue and minutes from the Atlantic beaches.
The Colony is the better choice if you want immediate access to Palm Beach's shops and local attractions.
Amrit Ocean Resort & Spa is located at 3100 N Ocean Dr in Riviera Beach directly on the oceanfront.
Amrit is preferable if an oceanfront location and immediate beach access are top priorities.
The Colony is a small hotel with 89 rooms and 16 suites in classic Palm Beach style.
Choose The Colony for a compact, characterful room selection tied to the hotel's boutique identity.
Amrit's supplier listing highlights multiple ocean-facing room types, from Ocean View King to Ocean Front Junior Suite King.
Amrit is the practical choice for guests who want guaranteed ocean views and a wider range of ocean-facing room options.
The Colony centers dining around Swifty's for full meals plus Pink Paradise Café for coffee and light bites.
The Colony is ideal if you want Palm Beach–style on-site dining and easy walks to additional restaurants on Worth Avenue.
Amrit lists multiple on-site accessible restaurants and lounges as part of its supplier listing.
Amrit offers multiple on-site dining outlets framed around the resort and pool experience, but specific venue names are not published in the supplier listing.
The Colony has a lively main pool (Florida-shaped) plus two additional pools reserved by accommodation type, with a poolside bar and active social programming.
The Colony focuses on a social pool scene tied to its Palm Beach identity and events.
Amrit's listing highlights both indoor and outdoor pool facilities and direct private beach access.
Amrit gives priority to oceanfront pools and beach access as part of a resort wellness environment.
The Colony runs an on-site Naturopathica Spa Suite offering a curated, appointment-based menu and hosts rotating wellness pop-ups.
The Colony works well for guests seeking targeted, boutique spa treatments and local fitness partnerships.
Amrit lists extensive on-site spa and hydrotherapy offerings as a core resort feature.
Amrit is the stronger option for guests who want a larger, full-service spa and multiple hydrotherapy modalities on property.

The Colony — steps from Worth Avenue and close to Palm Beach dining and cultural sites.

Amrit Ocean Resort & Spa — built for ocean views and a wider array of spa and hydrotherapy facilities.

The Colony — boutique scale, lively pool programming, and on-site dining that keeps guests on property.

Amrit — lists hammam, Korean sauna, light therapy, steam room, indoor/outdoor pools and a yoga room.
The Colony Hotel Palm Beach is steps from Worth Avenue; Amrit is in Riviera Beach and not within walking distance of Worth Avenue.
No — supplier information lists Amrit Ocean Resort & Spa as not adults-only.
Yes — The Colony provides private beach access, beach butler service, and a free beach shuttle.
Amrit is better suited for an intensive spa/wellness stay thanks to its wider range of on-site spa facilities and hydrotherapy features.
Yes — The Colony is explicitly family-friendly; Amrit's supplier listing does not indicate an adults-only policy, so it accepts guests of various ages.
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