Palm Beach
 

We are going to Palm Beach, FL the end of July and would appreciate advice on where to stay for about 4 or 5 days - somewhere nice on the beach. We've always wanted to check it out and now we have a chance since we're already in that direction. Does the town close down during the summer?

cmj, <BR> <BR>A lot of people leave PB during the summer as they find the heat and the humidity unbearable. <BR> <BR>How much do you want to spend on a hotel? I am guessing, but I bet you could get some very good prices on hotels during the summer. THE BREAKERS is the grand old dame of them and would <BR>really be a PB experience to stay there. (Big Mansion on the beach). <BR> <BR>Michele

Actually, the Ritz-Carlton is THE place to stay in Palm Beach, but, as stated above, it WILL be hot as hades!!

Do you want to stay in Palm Beach proper, or is a beach resort near the Palm Beach area most important? If it's Palm Beach proper, I think the previous posters have given you great advice. If you want a nice beach resort, consider looking into properties near Del Ray Beach and/or the Jupiter area. Both are within 1/2 an hour of Palm Beach and may have more moderately priced choices than the two in Palm Beach. You can check out www.gopbi.com as it's a pretty comprehensive website for the Palm Beaches area.

I totally recommend www.mangoinn.com It's a bed and breakast that my fiance & I stayed at when we visited Palm Beach last November. It's gorgeous and the innkeepers were wonderful - also the food! ;)

Don't stay at Mango B&B in July. It's cute but you'll want to be right next to the ocean to maximize the breezes. <BR> <BR>If it's your first time and you want Palm Beach, definitely go for The Breakers! Rates should be down for summer and you'll ge the real Palm Beach experience. <BR> <BR>If you want first-class, go with The Ritz but it's not really in Palm Beach. <BR> <BR>Delray is a great spot too. <BR> <BR>Have fun!