I had New years eve dinner at the seafood bar. Started with the shrimp cocktail. Huge jumbo shrimp served on a bed of ice. Excellent! I love ice cold shrimp cocktail. For the entree had the filet and lobster. Pretty good. Not as great as Ruth Chris filet and the small roasted potatoes came out undercooked. Huge turnoff but the manager brought out a huge plate of cooked ones. Be prepared to spend !$$$ Shared the shrimp cocktail entree dessert and 2 glasses of wine. the check was over $200. read more

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I reserved my room over a month ago and they called me one day before check-in to tell me they were moving me to another hotel that is not as nice nor does it have the same amenities, nor is it close to the venue I need to be at, because two buildings were being renovated. Why would they wait until the day before to cancel my room when they knew they were renovating the building? They quoted me a price of $491.98 and I went to their website and the same time was $352.60. I called to cancel and rebook at the cheaper price and they said they would give me the price and send me an email with confirmation. I never received an email either time. Terrible customer service on their part. read more

Wow. All I have to say is wow. When you drive to Palm Beach Island you have to stop by The Breakers even just to look at the scenery. The Breakers has a long driveway you have to drive through to get to the hotel. However, as your driving up through the drive way and trees you can see the monster of a hotel peeking out behind the brush the entire time. Kind of like looking at Yankee stadium as your driving up to it. The valet guys run to your car. Run, not walk or jog I mean run! The grounds are very well kept! The fountain as your driving up to the hotel is very pretty as well. Right now because it's summer a room is cheap there at roughly 500 dollars. Could I afford to stay here ? No! But if you can cater to the richest people in the world, I am sure the hotel is amazing. read more

The Breakers Palm Beach was by far the most memorable hotel stay in my travel experience. This property is historical, spectacular with the outstanding service to match. The lobby left a lasting impression upon our arrival as our eyes gravitated to the artwork that is displayed. Our room was elegant and classically designed. The posted weeks' worth of activities was a helpful tool as we enjoyed our stay. Our favorite place to relax was the peaceful Palm Courtyard. We recommend you sit for Sunday Brunch at The Circle. Choosing the Breakers, you can expect nothing less than 5-Star luxurious experience and at an ideal location. read more

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Ocean,Magical place set by the ocean,pristine property with fine dining, posh colonial setting,Truly one of the best places to visit in Palm Beach! great spot for top notch drinks and people watching. brunch at rotunda is simply divine and worth every penny. Rooms are posh and comfortable. must 5 star read more

The following is an email I sent to the management office on May 15. As of today, I have still not heard back. I never thought that I would need to write a letter to The Breakers about an issue but I feel that I must because, what was a minor issue, is no longer minor. My husband and I as well as other family members have stayed at your hotel multiple times; our last visit included several days in a beautiful, one bedroom suite. During our trip to Florida, we invited my girlfriend to lunch at your hotel as a way to thank her for staying at her home. When we entered the hotel lobby, we went over to your large flower display and my husband wanted to take a picture of my girlfriend and me. We took our masks off for half a second so he could snap the photo and the security guard would not let us take the photo. He said we had to place our masks back on. I thought it was a bit over the top, considering the state of Florida no longer mandates that masks be worn. And, we were wearing our masks the entire time, and only took them off for the split second to have the photo taken. By the way, no photo was taken. We then walked over to lunch at the Seafood Bar and, after we ate, I asked for a cup of coffee. The waitress brought a large French press pot. After enjoying two cups, there was still a lot of coffee left so my husband said that he might as well have a cup, too. He asked the waitress for a cup and saucer, to which she said that she would have to charge another eight dollars. We thought it was a joke at first but she was serious. Needless to say, he declined and we left what was more than half full pot of coffee on the table. I believe that it was a bit inelegant for such a classy hotel, when clearly it was such a large pot that one person could not possibly drink the entire amount. It bothered me that both these staff members could be so petty and lack common sense. I decided to call the restaurant and asked to speak with the dining manager. I gave the hostess my name and phone number and said I had a minor issue I wanted to bring to their attention. The hostess proceeded to place me on hold for more than 10 minutes. She never once came back on the phone and I finally hung up, which is what I think she wanted me to do in the first place. In the early evening, I called the front desk and spoke with Chase. Again, I said it was a minor issue and I wanted to speak with the dining manager at the Seafood Bar. He took my name and number and said he would give it to the manager who was in a meeting that was ending in "five minutes." I waited and I waited. The woman never called. This is why I am writing to you now. I feel that what was a minor issue has now become emblematic of service lacking empathy and friendliness - especially to returning I will no longer recommend your hotel to my friends and family and will be staying at the Four Seasons. What a shame that a hotel that was acclaimed for raising the bar and the symbol of luxury is now nickel and dimIng people for a cup of coffee. read more

The Breakers is beautiful. It was a sunny day and we sat at one of the bars at the Grill and had lunch. The bar was a giant wrap around saltwater fish tank. The food was ok but pricey for what it was and a 20% gratuity was added to everyone's check. We were a party of 2 and I found that strange. I have not stayed here but have come for several events and it is always a pleasure. read more

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Not going to lie, had a few room issues here on Day 1 which required moving rooms twice. Hotel management came to my aid after that and made good on the service expectation anyone would expect from a hotel of this stature. There aren't too many grande dame hotels in the U.S. so if you want the name, the allure of the former grandeur and nearly full-size bar of bath soap (plus the amazing beachfront location, I'd stay here. read more

The Breakers - Ask for softer pillows and they take 4 king sized and leave two queen sized. - Hotels Near Me - Palm Beach, Florida

One of the the most swankiest bar/lobbies in all of Florida. Great conversation with mostly hedge fund/private equity/ trust fund types but all inspiring environment for a libation an great conversation while people watching. Service in bar excellent, and appearance...think Selma Hayek- El Callejón de los Milagros. Food was above average but margin for improvement on steak. Seafood fare on 3rd night was exquisite. read more

Hotel and pools are fantastic. Service is great too, though valet service was not on their A game. I was on a business trip and meeting facilities were very good. At $524 per night for a partial view room it is no bargain. My sense is from seeing other guests, that if you have to ask 'how much' you are at the wrong hotel. read more

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Outstanding and expensive. One problem- their beer selection is the pits. Only craft crappy beer. A place of this caliber should have high quality German or European beer. What a shame. read more

My sister and I checked in today to a junior suite.the room was dated with dirty chairs and a broken lamp. we asked for an upgrade to a renovated room an we were put in a room facing a wall with a king bed. 1,100 dollars stay away read more

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I came here to this hotel for a retreat and fell in love with the employees and the attention to detail as well as the great food. The hotel is huge and there are at least 3 pools you can enjoy yourself at while taking in the sun. I loved it here! Didn't want to go home. The people at the hotel do everything they can to meet all your expectations. This hotel is an iconic hotel where movies are filmed at and the lobby, to the meeting rooms are beautiful. You won't be disappointed! Arriving in style is a must! Best of all got to spend time w/one of best gal pals and actor Robert David. read more

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Beautiful and luxurious. The food is lovely, I especially enjoy the seafood restaurant with the fish tank as the bar. 5 pools overlooking the ocean with very cute poolside cabanas that are rentable by the day--complete with showers, bathrooms and terrific service. Great ocean access from the pool area. Overall excellent place for either vacation or event hosting, complete with large ballrooms and lavish courtyards. read more

Is this review about the Breakers or about Palm Beach? Gosh is that a weird town! The amount of potlatch going on there is incredible. Spend spend spend for what? Huge houses cheek by jowl with one another, waiting for an absentee owner to show up, tan a bit, starve in an outrageous kitchen to achieve the all-important slim look, then go overpay for brands whose purpose seems to be a marker for overpayment. And waiting waiting silently, empty, for the day when the waves roll in and stay. The hotel: must have been gorgeous when built, before air conditioning. Strip away in your mind the new additions, slab sided and un-airy in the extreme, and envision the original edifice with its large windows open to the ocean breeze, and few other buildings around it to muck up the airflow. There must have been easy access to the beach, rather than the seawall there now, trying to hold back the inevitable. That said, even in the new areas they have done a really nice job of making it look plush. The rooms are of a nice size, the accouterments in the bathrooms are lovely, and all the public spaces are spotless. Surprisingly, the service was not spotless. I had to request multiple times to get the simplest things done. Why do we pay up for fancy hotels, the Westin in Osaka, the Ritz in San Francisco, the Four Seasons in Baltimore, the Connaught in London? Because they get things done, right, the first time - and sometimes even before you know you need it done. Maybe this review is so grumpy because I was at the Breakers for a business event, with no time whatsoever to relax. All the more reason to demand a simple standard of service. read more

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Very disappointed, I think this year the Breakers took advantage of loyal customers. Because they only have half occupancy, due to Covid, they decided to raise their cost, A Lot! My wife and I finally realized, there's a lot of other fabulous hotels that offer just as much and more and they didn't increase their prices like the Breakers did. read more

This hotel is one of the best hotels I have ever been too. The Staff are so nice and so helpful. The reason why I gave this hotel a 4 star is because the beds and pull out couch were very uncomfortable. But I do really like this hotel. You should come here and it is very pretty! read more

The Breakers is phenomenal! The staff are clearly not just trained to be nice, but are fantastic people that have been brought up with manners. While the building and its history speaks for itself, the thing that makes this place so great really is the atmosphere and the staff. If you are looking for a place where hassle isn't even a word, and where you want to feel special without being drowned in attention - this is the place. Perfect, simple, sophisticated. read more

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The Breakers had all of the beauty, luxury and accommodations we expected. The Italian restaurant and the seafood bar are both excellent! The morning buffet in the lobby bar is also spectacular. Great location, beautiful views, nice rooms. Great cabanas, pools, beach access and service on the beach. However, we were there with a large group and every night we were there someone from our group was propositioned by hookers in the lounge bar, including my husband. We thought at first it was a fluke, but over a five night period, someone from our group was approached every night. The security team at the bar accommodated and worked with the ladies of the evening and not the guests. Most of the same women were there each night; when discussing the situation with security and police, we as professionals and guests were the ones questioned and put on the defensive as though we were guilty in some fashion - and then the same hookers went right back to trying to find someone to pick up their bar tab and much more! So disappointing that a resort of this stature would not only tolerate but appear to encourage these non-guest women. I get that wealthy and regular clientele do as they choose, but those doing business and vacationing there should not be subjected to this situation and then have to be hyper-aware, protect and defend themselves from it!! read more

My family and I spent thanksgiving at the Breakers last year, so my dad and I decided to book a last minute trip over the holiday weekend to enjoy the beautiful weather and the resort. The staff, the hotel, the food, the service, were all impeccable. They kindly accommodated my dad and I to receive a free upgrade to a room with two standard beds and that was a tad larger than a normal room. Following our departure, I realized I had left my makeup case in the room. Security found the case and my brushes, and shipped them to my apartment promptly. (I was thrilled they even kept them!) The staff was extremely trustworthy and easy to work with- I could leave my purse and wallet in my room with no worries. We always love taking our family to the Breakers- and we definitely can't wait to come back! *UPDATE* We came back for the fourth of the July weekend this year and just when I thought this resort couldn't get any better - it did. They have upped their service standards and are worth every penny. The stores were very accommodating even during the craziness of their sales, had our bags taken up to our rooms so that we could head back to the pool, and were discreet enough to hide my sister and my purchases from our dad LOL. Even with the huge 4th of July crowd, the service was superb. We never waited long for anything, we always had prompt service. My sister met us in West Palm from NYC after coming in from a trip and had a ton of laundry that needed to be done. The laundry service was quick, prompt, and excellent! It was the little details that made our stay so refreshing and relaxing, which was just what our family needed. We had called an uber to take us to the airport to return home but the gentleman didn't have enough space for all of our bags, so the valet promptly had a large, upscale SUV on hand ready to take us to the airport for a fair price, with immediate service and no hassle. We decided as a family following this trip that we will be regularly coming back for family mini vacations! read more

Friends of mine got engaged. We had a wonderful dinner and the restaurant waiter saw they were proposing and brought out complementary wine which was very nice. read more

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Love this place! The staff is very nice. The view is breathtaking and great food too!

Surprised places like this still exist. This is old time luxury. Phenomenal place. Am considering purchasing a vacation home in Palm Beach mainly so I can visit this place more often. Excellent top notch service. From the valets who expertly park and retrieve your vehicle, to the absolutely stunning building and history, to its location and it's HMF Restaurant that becomes a club at night. This is old time luxury. This is the place to hold a convention, party or a wedding reception. I cannot imagine any place in Florida that is comparable to the Breakers PB. read more

Great place for casual lunches at the sea bar. Excellent service and the location great views as well. read more

Just had dinner after a full day at the pool and the beach. A wonderful place to bring the kids to play at the pool and then let them play at the beach. The seafood restaurant has a full bar that is an aquarium and the kids loved seeing the fish while we ate. The rooms are so nice and the staff is top notch, we have thoroughly enjoyed our stay! read more

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Imagine your paradise for me it's this slice of haven on earth. The hotel experience here is far beyond any other I have ever had. From the very moment you check out there website and book a trip you can feel that your stay is going to be one of the best. When I stood there about a year ago I felt like I was in a movie driving down the major driveway. The hotel entrance is majestic and has a regal feel to it. The staff is the backbone of this place they are why people keep coming back. From the moment you pull up in front the staff is here to assist you at every second. If they could they would carry you around. They remember your name and make you feel welcomed. The grounds are manicured perfectly it's a 24/7 operation for them. There was not a single blade of grass that was not a the same length as the rest. The rooms are large, extremely clean and very up to date. The bed and linens are so comfortable. The linens were so crispy I remember. The only issue I had here was the fact that all the fellow guest were lets say wiser them me. I mean old. It's not a hotel for young people. It's mostly old money and the majority of people vacationing here already know one another. Had my music on very load and was asked to lower it. read more

There is a small number of Sunday brunches -- in the long line of meals once enjoyed, and forever forgotten -- that linger in memory forever. The company, the food, and the setting all converge to elevate the experience to a certain height of specialness. I've had a handful of these Sunday brunches: in vintage Americana diners and old world European pensions, outdoors in the late morning sunshine, seated cozily in the homes of loved ones. But nothing in my life has matched the all-out grandeur that is Sunday brunch in the Circle Room at The Breakers. This is the best brunch I've had in my life: I say this, without an ounce of hyperbole. It is unquestionably, the last meal I'd like to have on Earth; and I have no problem making the Angel of Death wait for a full three hours, while I wipe the final crumb from my plate and drain the last drop of champagne from my glass. That's right: I said three hours. If you think it's not possible for a feast to last this long, I assure you, it can. You will not be bored for a second, between the first class people watching, the all-out splendor of the Circle Room, and the harpist who strolls from table to table serenading each and every guest--and takes their requests! But you might, naturally, be overwhelmed. And as this is an expensive meal, you'll want to be prepared to make the most of your investment. So allow me to provide a handy guide for you to get the most out of your Sunday brunch at The Breakers. First things first: reserve your table 4-6 weeks in advance of your desired brunch date. Though the Circle Room is vast, it fills up quickly, with folks from near and far who come to partake in this legendary part of the Palm Beach social scene. Have you heard the adage, "when you fail to plan, you plan to fail"? It applies here. The best way to enjoy this brunch-to-end-all-brunches is to strategize, strategize. - Fast the night before. Water is acceptable; nothing else is. - Commit to a brunch that will last from 11:30am-2:30pm. - Wear something flowing and comfy. Think Marlon Brando in a muumuu in "Island of Dr. Moreau," and you get the picture. There is time-lapse photography that exists from my Breakers brunch that actually shows me getting fatter over the course of the meal and I think it's best to hide this if you can help it. - Cast any dietary restrictions that won't actually kill you aside, and try everything. Now is the time to experiment with foods you've never had before; indulge your curiosity, let your palate run adventurously rampant. - Pass up anything that you could find at an everyday brunch spot. For me, that included home fried potatoes, sausage links, and French toast, though they all looked fabulous. (I should also have applied this rule to the eggs Benedict which, while delicious, took up valuable stomach space that could have been filled with more caviar.) - Pace yourself! Take only the tiniest spoonfuls of everything. Which leads me to my last tip... - Leave room for dessert--if only a small bite of one item among the dizzying array of options on offer. I chose a few tiny, colorful macaroons, and a slice of the most decadent looking treat I could find: a chocolate fudge cake brushed in a fine dusting of edible gold powder. A final note about the service: it's impeccable. The staff at The Breakers is so on point, so professional, and what's best, they manage to be friendly while staying so deftly perfect throughout brunch service. Your champagne glass never runs dry; your coffee cup is always on the verge of running over. Silverware is replaced with each plateful of new treasures you bring back to the table. Our server, Zara, was a total sweetheart; when she learned that we were celebrating a recent real estate purchase, she mentioned her dream of being a homeowner - and brought us a huge dish of desserts with the word "Congratulations" written across the bottom in chocolate. As we blew out the candle placed in the center of one of the sweets on the dish, all that brunching indulgence got the best of me, and I wished for a handful of things: one was a return trip to this totally unforgettable place. read more

Disclosure- I am a 33 year old New Yorker; my husband and I love food and prefer boutique hotels. I chose the Breakers for a long weekend because- we were traveling with lots of family; it's easy to get to Florida; and the Breakers has a relationship with American Express Platinum travel services. So here's what I thought of the Breakers- Free Wi-fi- love that. We had a junior suite. It was beautiful, with a huge bathroom and closet. Ladies take note- there are no bathtubs or shower benches in many of the room categories. Although the shower is huge and made of beautiful marble, I had to sit on the floor of the shower to shave my legs. Additionally, the showerhead is not very nice, no adjustable water flow or anything. Not the kind of shower I would expect from a recently-renovated, luxury hotel. Also note- not all of the rooms in the same room category are equally nice! We had 2 junior suites, king beds, one on the fourth floor, one on the second floor. Same price. Same exact location, just on different floors. The fourth floor room had a lot more natural light. Understandable. The fourth floor room also had double sinks and a huge full-length mirror, whereas the second floor room had only one sink and no full-length mirror. Pools- there are about 5 pools. Because one of the larger pools is undergoing renovation, there seemed to be a lot of crowding at the other pools. Not entirely overcrowded, but too crowded for my taste. We rented a bungalow at the South pool. This is a good choice for a group- allows everyone to hang out together and have some shelter from the sun. Theses bungalows/cabanas do NOT have AC, just FYI, but they do have fans. Beach- beautiful, well-maintained, good for swimming. Loved it. They rent non-motorized equipment, and allow surfboards. Crowd- Lots of Floridians and other assorted southerners. There's sort a "clubby" feel here- lots of people seem to know each other. This must be because the Breakers IS part- country club. Older crowd + families. Lots of families. The children appeared to be well-behaved though, which is more than I can say for some of their parents. One a-hole in the dining room had his phone ringing (loudly) and was taking phone calls (at the table!) all throughout breakfast- no kind of discretion or tact. Food- over-priced, very much so. Even worse- mostly underwhelming, kinda greasy, not very good quality. No doubt, I'm a foodie, and I didn't go hungry here, but I wasn't really happy or excited about this food. Some of it was quite disappointing- for example- we spent a ton of money on lunch (read- $20-30 for each sandwich, $20 for each appetizer)- and the food was really greasy and not very good!!! I have no problem paying lots of money for my food, IF it's GOOD FOOD. I didn't eat brunch here, but I did take a look at it- and I'm gonna stick with Four Seasons brunch. Drinks- they do have a few interesting cocktails. They aren't very strong, though. I was ecstatic to find they have one of my favorite Pinot Noirs available by the glass at the beach bar. Yay! The daiquiris I ordered (a few times) on the beach and at the pool were not good- poorly blended, not nearly enough booze. However, when I sat at the bar at the beach grille, the bartender suggested a frozen peach bellini, which was really good. Everytime you order food/drinks, or services, a 20% gratuity is automatically added. Important to know- most of the restaurants close early here! It was difficult to get dinner after 9:30- our only option was the seafood restaurant (the food there was hit-or-miss- the pistachio-crusted salmon salad was amazing, ceviche was no good). The architecture and art here are amazing, and I enjoy those things. The service was pretty good, also. This place feels really "vanilla". Don't forget to check out the self-congratulatory lifestyle magazine, "Traditions- the magazine of the Breakers" in your room. It offers lots of information on "being a Palm Beacher", such as "Palm Beachers know their own efforts and talents enable them to live well, and they enjoy the company of others who can relate to their experiences, appreciate similar interests and share ways to live life even better". I enjoyed my stay here, but I probably will not return on my own accord. It's not really my style. read more

What can I say... I had never been there and my boss said I am taking you to lunch. We ate in the seafood bar which has a very cool aquarium bar with real clown fish swimming around. The food was good - I got a burger with no bun, and broccoli- low carb. All was good. The bill for 3 sandwiches was $108.00. We strolled the property and it is beautiful. Definitely out of my price range for my child and I read more

Absolutely gorgeous. Great service, amazing decor, brilliant atmosphere. And my wife claims they have the best sushi she has ever had. Highly recommend! We will be back. read more

We went down to the bar for some drinks and food with friends.. well it was a "BIG mistake. Huge!" Yes, I'm quoting Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman. We were in a group, we had just sat down and began ordering drinks and food when I decided I wanted to splurge on a nice bottle of champagne. Here's where the problems begin: 1. I informed the Sommelier and our waitress I wanted to pay for the bottle myself/separately from the group tab to avoid an argument since the gentlemen at the table are of the "a woman never pays" mentality. The Somm and waitress said they understood. 2. Then the waitress brought me the bill, openly in front of everyone. WTH? I thought we were in agreement not to do that! Why not wait until the end of the meal? Why have me pay at the beginning? Why cause an embarrassing situation at the table (because now the men are riled up to pay for the bottle), thus forcing me to grab the bill, walk away and leave my guests, just to be able to pay for it. Also, the tip was already included, which is probably why the service was so poor. Not cool. 3. Then wow, after all that drama and 30 min later, guess what, they don't have the bottle I have already paid for! They were so quick to bring the tab and have me pay for it, yet they didn't bother to check their inventory to confirm they have the bottle? WTH? So now what...well, they have a less expensive bottle they can give me. Since I already paid, I asked to just refund me the full amount of the old bottle, and then charge the new bottle. "No", they said they would refund my credit card with the difference between the two bottles. Hmm that's so strange but fine, let's just get on with it. I'd already spent too much time dealing with this and in front of my friends of course (where else would the staff want to discuss pricing and problems except in front of everyone), and moving on we end up drinking the less overpriced bottle instead. 4. I wanted to leave some constructive feedback so the next day I called to speak to the General Manager to let them know what happened, and that the service we experienced was definitely not the 5 star service we were expecting (and it was definitely not the great service I had experienced when staying at The Breakers in past years), and most importantly, I also wanted to make sure we hadn't been taken advantage of and that I would be getting my refund. The manager wasn't there but the person I spoke with said she would relay the message and ensure I would receive my refund of the bottle price difference. Weeks pass and still no refund on my card. Beware of this hotel. It's no longer the nice hotel we once knew, as it's now gone completely downhill. read more

I have never verbalized the words "exquisite," "impeccable," or "extraordinary" to describe anything...because I feel like those words just sound awkward coming out of my mouth. I feel like those words are for people who go to wine tastings...and drink with their pinkys out...and actually SPIT the wine out vs swallowing it *appalling* If I were to use those words though...I would use them to describe The Breakers Hotel. Fo-shizzle. There have been over 60 reviews on this place already, so if you've read a few, you get the basics of how gorg this place is, inside and out....Palatial hand painted ceilings...a cool bar that's actually an aquarium, so fish swim under your plate...plush furnishings inside and out...3 pools...lots of cabanas...amazing restaurants...perfectly manicured lawns and gardens... ...So I'll just review upon some of the above and beyond special touches that makes this a 5 star hotel. 1. I love turndown service when you get back to your room at night. Along with the service, you get a different little dessert on your pillow, like mango cookies, or tiramisu truffles. 2. Always beautiful fresh orchids in the room. 3. Cool hidden bathroom television hidden behind glass. 4. They take your leftover coffee from brunch, add it to a to-go cup like you'd get at a Starbucks, and top it off, so you have a little coffee to go! 5. Every single member of the staff smile and greet you as you walk by...even the maid staff stop what they are doing at their carts to say hello. 6. Speaking of the staff...there were so many that go above and beyond their jobs here. One that stuck out is Zara. She's a Jamaican woman who was our waitress one morning. We were making small talk with her, and asking her questions about Jamaica. She told us all about the good places to go, where to stay away from, and all about an upcoming festival there. She then asked if we would be back for breakfast the next day. We said we would. She told us she would go online and print out a bunch of info for us! Unfortunately, we did not end up back there for breakfast...but hopefully this big thank you gets back to her for her thoughtfulness!! Sooo....the price.... I now believe the Breaker's coined the expression "Go big or go home" You need to shell out big bucks to stay here...but you definitely get what you pay for! read more

Think Old School, downtown Palm Beach. You're picturing the Breakers. Some people will complain that the Breakers is not young enough or doesn't have enough going on for the under 30 crowd...that's not really their core demographic. If that's your MO, come down to Lauderdale or Miami where things glow. This is a historic hotel for a reason. There is a golf course on the premises and the lobby has mahogany desks. The entire place screams luxury. And you pay for it. I didn't stay here but was here for a 4 day long conference for work/school and was in and out of rooms of friends who did stay here on behalf of the conference. The room numbering of the hotel has to be THE MOST CONFUSING I have ever encountered. I was trying to find 1642 and evidently that's on the first floor (which is actually the second floor, above the lobby level), and you would think 1642 would be next to 1640. Wrong. It was across from 1305. All of the numbers on one side were even and the others were odd, but that was the only bit that made any sense. Trying to figure this out and find their room while in a full-length evening gown was a chore and a half. Please re-number the rooms for your guests' sake, Breakers, I wasn't even drinking then. The ocean is literally steps away from this hotel. It's mesmerizing. Palm Beach is famous because of the fact that it's the northernmost point in Florida where the crystal-blue ocean starts (due to the ocean currents). It's the North part of "South Florida" if you will. But the beach is nothing to shake a stick at. The hotel conference rooms we were in for days are some of the most beautiful I've ever been "stuck" in. The chandeliers were so much more pleasant to look at than ugly fluorescent lights in other halls. These are the same ballrooms that are rented out for weddings and events and they will not disappoint. The food we had at the banquet was none too shabby either. Parking here is a pretty penny ($25 valet-we had a $12 conference rate) but if you spend money in the shops there it will validate itself. This is easy to do as Guerlain, Kiehl's, and iconic Lilly Pulitzer (founded in PB) are in the hotel. I'd rather have a tangible item than a valet check. Staying here will cost you a pretty penny too, evidently the conference block was in the $179 rate since it was a large convention but I know it's not unheard of to see rates in the $500 range per night here during peak season (fall). Worth it for an anniversary or a night away from the kids when you need to be in the lap of luxury and feel like a million bucks. Not a party hotel, not meant to be. read more

The Breakers has been a long time aspiration for me. It's beautiful architecture and positive reviews left it completely undeniable. I honestly could not have been more disappointed. Though its sheer magnitude wowed me as I pulled in i was quickly deterred by its staff. Upon arrival our cab driver had to aggressively summon an employee to help us unload our baggage. After we were given a snarky, "welcome to the breakers", the man whose job was to man the front door, and haul bags, actually asked me if I "needed" him to carry my bag. He inquired with such an unbelievable sense of distain that i said "no thanks" and hauled my own bag up to the front desk. After overhearing another dissatisfied customer I approached the front desk to check in. I received my room card and was pointed over to the elevator, a good three football fields away front the desk, with not one person to offer assistance. (My large bag was not on wheels) I have ZERO problem lugging my own bags where ever they need to go, however when I'm paying over $800.00/ night to stay somewhere I expect to it to be a noticeable difference from my experiences at less expensive hotels. This was not the case. After that my girlfriend got in to a slight argument that I will admit was a little loud, however it only lasted about ten minutes. As we were laying in bed ready to go to sleep we got an aggressive bang on the door. I was shocked to find two security officers at the ready as I opened the door. They informed me that we would "have to be separated" if we couldn't keep it down. Needless to say I felt this measure was over the top, and it angered me greatly. As the weekend progressed we continued to have mediocre service with even more mediocre food. A $28 cheese plate ordered from room service was literally laughable, and extremely overpriced for what it was. We had one good meal at Flagler's Steakhouse where the food was great and service even better, however at that point it was too little too late for me. The Breakers of Palm Beach is NOT worth the price. Its glowing reputation has allowed them to get sloppy, and it shows. Get it together, Breakers. Until then I'll be staying elsewhere. read more

The Breakers is a beautiful property. We had time before our flight to visit and explore the shops. I especially liked the Lilly Pulitzer shop. Valet parking is free with any purchase from any store. read more

I've been to The Breakers a couple times now, and it's definitely a heck of a property that you can tell is kept up once you step inside the entrance. The high ceilings, the Italianesque frescoes, and the overall feeling of grandness is quite apparent. The front desk folks have always been quite helpful and friendly, and getting checked in and out has always been a cinch. There are plenty of pools (including a small adults-only one, which is set up more for swimming laps - a bit disappointing), as well as a number of spots to have a meal at, whether it's HMF or the outdoor poolside bar and grill. If you forgot something, you can also hit up the small collection of shops selling clothing, beachwear, and other stuff. Pretty much anything here costs a decent amount of money, though - HMF, while tasty, is still pretty pricey. The bar and grill, even more so IMO (relative to the quality). Mary Lily's, the ice cream shop on property, is pretty average but starts you off at $7 for a scoop. However, I suppose that is the price to be paid for having a gorgeous stretch of beach within reach and having Peloton bikes to use free of charge in the gym (although multiple bikes have issues with the pedals not being screwed in properly by the staff). The regular rooms themselves, while appointed nicely, are also a bit of a mixed bag. The air circulation is nice, and the bathrooms are top-notch in terms of the marble finishes and good water flow in the shower (although the lack of a vent was noticeable). That said, the room did feel a little on the small side, and one glaring drawback - for something that was built a long time ago - is that the walls are quite thin, whether it comes to noise coming from the room next door or the hallway. It really makes it feel like there is little to no privacy with the door closed. Overall, while there are definitely things that I enjoy at The Breakers, such as some of the food, (especially) the location, and the general friendliness of the staff, it isn't a place that I would probably choose to stay at for an extended period of time. A regular weekend here has generally fit the bill for me, but the level of luxury that the resort is priced to doesn't mean that everything one experiences is at the level you might expect of such a property. read more

They kept my 1/3 full bottle of beloved Cakebread on ice in my room for 2 days (without my asking) until I had the chance to enjoy it after a very long day's work. Apply that level of service to the rest of the hotel and you have The Breakers. My room was immaculate all week. The housekeepers even changed the shower curtain a couple of times, I have never seen that. The event space is gorgeous, and the staff will happily accommodate your every whim. Even when you want them to say no, they won't, even to your drunk friend's kooky late night ideas. Everyone greets you with a smile and "hello" and will bend over backwards to make sure you have a great stay. Overall, just a very pleasant place to be. read more

There is no denying the sheer magnificence and beauty of this resort. Some of the lounges are spectacular! However, the service leaves much to be desired and is generally less hit than miss. The front desk employees have a very strange aura of laziness mixed with condescension. At a 5 star luxury resort, you would expect employees to be more friendly and forthcoming about how to enjoy the resort. The check in process was surprisingly uninformative. There was no information about pools, restaurants and services. Service at restaurants was the same or worse (echo) as your average chain restaurant. Restaurant hosts at the poolside scoffed at my inquiry for vegetarian options. I would expect more accommodation instead of a shrug saying there is basically one option. The one positive highlight service wise was HMF in the evening which was fantastic. Service was friendly, accommodating to vegetarians, and prompt But un-intrusive. Lastly, the whole hotel seems to be designed to maximize monetization at every opportunity instead of truly focusing on a great customer experience. In short, great beachfront location and gorgeous property. For the price charged, very mediocre service and no serious attention to the guest experience. read more

Solid luxury hotel, but certainly no paradise. The building is grand in scale, gorgeous to approach, and has an old-world (and perhaps dated) charm. The oceanfront view is stunning and the "front of the house" staff is exceptionally well trained. On the down side, the prices are sky-high and the experience doesn't quite justify it. The walls are paper thin, the doors and windows have significant cracks (that let in air, light, and sound), and the service staff is needlessly loud and poorly timed. The food at the Seafood Bar is decent, but nothing special, and was again overpriced. Which seems to the modus operandi for the restaurants here. That so many people would come here to pay these prices for acceptable but not exceptional quality is surprising. I was here for a conference on business during the off-season, so I wasn't paying for the room. (If I had my choice of high priced hotels I'd stay at the Ritz down the street.) I could see holding wedding here because what you care about is that amazing on the beach moment and impressing all involved with that image of grandeur as they approach or look up at the iconic building. Alternatively, if money is no object (which seems to be the norm in Palm Beach), I'm sure there is plenty here to spend it on, and you won't care how much the little things like meals and parking cost. read more

The Best hotel in Palm Beach. The staff is accommodating, the decor is luxurious, and right on the water!! There is a spa, pool and multiple restaurants. If you are staying in Palm Beach I think The Breakers is your best choice. read more