Pastel society clubhouse
Locals and travelers mingle over cocktails beneath the Living Room's hand-carved pagoda, carrying martinis out to the buzzing pink poolside.
“The Colony Hotel pays homage to its heritage by embracing a bold and beautiful vintage atmosphere, even following its 2022 redesign.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Custom hand-painted monkey murals line the lobby alongside scalloped headboards, sea-grape carpets, and rattan armoires.
Remarkable
The 1947 Georgian-style pink stucco facade stands as an officially designated Town of Palm Beach landmark.
Remarkable
A 1947 Palm Beach fixture where generations gather for poolside martinis, live jazz, and seasonal galas.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Forbes Recommended
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
this pink stucco landmark has been Palm Beach's most recognizable address, hosting royalty, presidents, and movie stars with equal measures of glamor and irreverence.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The hotel sits one block from the Atlantic sand and steps from the high-end fashion houses lining Worth Avenue.
The rooms
Quirky palettes of ocean blue and blush frame Schumacher scalloped headboards, Matouk linens, and bespoke rattan armoires.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Scalloped umbrellas shade green-and-white loungers around the heated pool, bordered by palms and manicured lawn.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
Swifty's at The Colony
Tables sit beneath hanging floral canopies beside the pool, serving American classics alongside live music and cocktails.
Within its pink stucco walls, reality transforms into an Alice in Wonderland fantasy adorned with retro-tropical prints, a beloved monkey mascot, and white-glove service
At the table
The Living Room bar serves cocktails among patterned armchairs, and Pink Paradise Café pours morning espresso off the lobby.
How it began
Since 1947, the pink stucco landmark hosted presidents and Hollywood royalty before the Wetenhall family restored its signature mid-century glamour.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.