Is The Colony Hotel Palm Beach worth it? Honest pros and cons
Yes — The Colony Hotel Palm Beach is worth it for travelers who want a historic, colorful boutique hotel steps from Worth Avenue and the beach with pool and beach-butler amenities. It’s best for visitors who prioritize location, character, and onsite dining/spa options rather than large-scale resort facilities.
In this guide
Location — walking distance to Worth Avenue and the beach
The Colony Hotel Palm Beach sits at 155 Hammon Avenue, right at the mouth of Worth Avenue and within a very short walk to the Atlantic Ocean and local shopping. The home-page and property dossier place the hotel about a 1-minute walk to Worth Avenue and a few minutes to municipal and midtown beaches.
That central location is the main draw: art galleries, boutique shops, and restaurants are immediately accessible on foot, and the hotel can arrange tours, town-car service, and shuttle options if you want to explore farther.
- Address: 155 Hammon Ave, Palm Beach, FL 33480
- Worth Avenue: ~1 minute walk
- Nearest beaches: Municipal/Midtown beaches within a short walk
- Nearest airport: Palm Beach International (PBI), roughly a 12–13 minute drive
| Nearby | Approximate distance / time |
|---|---|
| Worth Avenue | 1 minute walk |
| Palm Beach Municipal / Mid‑Town Beach | A few minutes’ walk |
| Flagler Museum / Society of the Four Arts | Short drive (minutes) |
Rooms — styles, layout and what to expect
The property offers three room types: Junior Suite (1 King Bed), Premium Room (1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds), and Standard Room (2 Double Beds or 1 Queen Bed). Rooms and suites were refreshed during recent renovations and follow the hotel’s Palm Beach–style aesthetic.
Expect boutique-scale rooms with boutique-style decor, complimentary Wi‑Fi, and in some room photos you’ll see features like floral headboards and brightly colored accents. If you need more space or a dedicated sitting area, the Junior Suite is the option that explicitly includes a sitting area in the property materials.
- Junior Suite — 1 King Bed; living/sitting area
- Premium Room — 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds
- Standard Room — 2 Double Beds or 1 Queen Bed
- Complimentary in‑room Wi‑Fi; room counts reported as 89 rooms and 16 suites
| Room type | Bed options | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Suite | 1 King Bed | Includes sitting area |
| Premium Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds | Mid-level option |
| Standard Room | 2 Double Beds or 1 Queen Bed | Entry-level option |
Pools, beach access and outdoor amenities
The Colony features multiple outdoor pools, including a main pool often described as Florida‑shaped and a lively poolside scene with a poolside bar. The hotel explains that there are three distinct pool areas, with two reserved for villa and bungalow guests respectively and one accessible to all hotel guests.
Beach access is a selling point: the hotel offers private beach access with beach-butler service (chairs, towels, umbrellas and food/drinks) plus a complimentary beach shuttle.
- Three pools total: one main guest pool plus villa- and bungalow‑exclusive pools
- Poolside bar and service available
- Private beach access with Beach Butler service and free beach shuttle
- Complimentary beach chairs, towels and umbrellas provided by the hotel
| Outdoor feature | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Main guest pool | Open to all hotel guests; lively social area |
| Villa and bungalow pools | Reserved for respective villa or bungalow guests |
| Beach Butler & shuttle | Sets up chairs/umbrellas and delivers food/drinks; shuttle to beach available |
Dining and on‑site entertainment
Onsite dining includes Swifty’s (signature restaurant serving American cuisine for breakfast, lunch/brunch and dinner) and Pink Paradise Café (espresso, pastries and grab‑and‑go breakfast and lunch). The Living Room and a poolside bar provide light bites and drinks.
The hotel programs recurring entertainment such as weekly bingo, trivia nights with live music, and regular live-music evenings — useful if you want in‑house evening options without leaving the property.
- Swifty’s — breakfast 7:00–11:00; lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–3:00; brunch Sat–Sun 11:00–3:00; dinner nightly 5:00–9:30pm
- Pink Paradise Café — 7:00am–3:00pm, walk‑in espresso and light bites
- Poolside bar adjacent to Swifty’s for drinks and food deliveries to loungers
- Recurring events: trivia, bingo and live music
| Venue | Typical offering / hours |
|---|---|
| Swifty’s | American cuisine; meals across the day (see hotel hours) |
| Pink Paradise Café | Espresso, pastries, salads; 7:00am–3:00pm |
| The Living Room / pool bar | Cocktails, coffee and light bites; poolside service |
Wellness, fitness and activities
Spa services are provided through the Naturopathica Spa & Healing Center in a dedicated Spa Suite on property; the spa operates daily and reservations are recommended. The menu includes massages, facials, and a variety of holistic treatments.
For fitness, guests receive complimentary access to a nearby partner facility (Palm Beach Fitness) rather than an on‑site gym. The hotel also provides complimentary bicycles, arranges tennis access at Seaview Park Tennis Center, and can book water‑sports and local excursions.
- Naturopathica Spa & Healing Center — open daily from 10:00am–6:00pm; reservations recommended
- Complimentary access to Palm Beach Fitness (off‑site partner)
- Complimentary bicycles for exploring Worth Avenue and nearby paths
- Tennis access at Seaview Park Tennis Center (seven lit courts, lessons available)
| Wellness/Activity | Onsite or partner |
|---|---|
| Spa treatments (massages, facials, holistic therapies) | Onsite (Naturopathica Spa Suite) |
| Gym/fitness center | Offsite partner (Palm Beach Fitness) |
| Bicycle rentals | Complimentary onsite |
Practical info — families, pets, parking and accessibility
The Colony is family‑friendly and welcomes children of all ages; babysitting/childcare is available for a surcharge. The hotel’s FAQ states the minimum check‑in age is 18 and that guests must present photo ID and a credit card at arrival.
Pets are allowed (dogs 25 lbs and under) for a fee, with branded beds and treats noted in the hotel materials. Overnight parking and valet service are available for a fee; the FAQ lists $45 per 24 hours for parking/valet. The property is smoke‑free and supports accessibility features such as Braille signage and assistive listening devices.
- Minimum check‑in age: 18 (photo ID + credit card required)
- Children: all ages welcome; babysitting available (surcharge)
- Pets: dogs up to 25 lbs allowed for a fee (hotel provides pet beds/treats)
- Parking/valet: available for a fee (FAQ lists $45 per 24 hours)
- Smoke‑free property and accessibility accommodations available
| Policy | Details |
|---|---|
| Check‑in / Check‑out | Check‑in 4:00 PM; check‑out 12:00 PM (noon) |
| Parking | $45 per 24 hours (overnight valet/parking listed in FAQ) |
| Wi‑Fi | Complimentary in‑room Wi‑Fi |
