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Is that woman in the pool sipping a martini?
The exterior of The Colony Hotel, the famous Palm Beach pink hotel.Credit:Lesley Unruh/Courtesy of Colony Hotel
I asked my husband, Rob.
It was 11:58 a.m.
She looks happy?
he replied with a shrug and a smile.
The lobby living room at the Colony Hotel.Carmel Brantley/Courtesy of Colony Hotel
A DJ was soon there to keep the vibe upbeat.
One could argue that the hotel is now in a second, more inclusive act.
Here is what to expect when you check into the Colony Hotel, whichTravel + Leisurereaders voted the No.
2 resort in Florida in our 2024 Worlds Best Awards.
The Rooms
If you want a cookie-cutter hotel guest room, stay elsewhere.
If youre traveling with a group, its also possible to request a double-bed suite.
My family and I stayed in the Goop villa.
Yes, brought to you by that Goop.
New York-based Ronen Lev designed the two-bedroom, 2,524-square-foot residence accessible by two separate keyed entrances.
(Bonus: You are allowed to take them home.)
Above the bed in the primary bedroom?
A sculptural series of blown glass drops by Seth Fairweather.
Dress accordingly if youre going for dinner, and reservations are highly recommended, given the solid local turnout.
And the Atlantic waves were calm enough for swimming.
If your tastes lean more toward vintage, head to West Palm Beachs Antique Row and Design District.
Swifty’s al-fresco restaurant sits poolside at the Colony Hotel.Carmel Brantley/Courtesy of Colony Hotel
Accessibility
The Colony has one ADA-compliant guest room and all public spaces are accessible.
Loungers around the Colony Hotel outdoor pool.Carmel Brantley/Courtesy of Colony Hotel
