Still owned by the heirs of railroad magnate and hotel developer Henry Flagler, the historic The Breakers Palm Beach remains a top choice for luxury travelers to Palm Beach, Florida. Recent investments of more than $30 million have refreshed the property, enhancing both its classic elegance and its recreational offerings. The notable renovation of the vintage Ocean Course was overseen by golf course architect Rees Jones and includes new green complexes, added water features, and refined undulations to improve playability and aesthetics.
Originally designed by Alexander H. Findlay in 1897 and updated by Brian Silva in 2000, the course now benefits from a widened John Webster Golf Academy, the installation of salt-tolerant turf suited to the coastal environment, expanded native sub-tropical landscaping, and an upgraded irrigation system that incorporates reverse-osmosis filtration for improved water conservation.
The spa program invites guests to unwind with a refreshed menu of treatments that emphasize luxury ingredients and restorative techniques. New options include the Guerlain Black Orchid Treatment, an anti-aging facial featuring Orchidée Impériale Black Cream, and the OSEA Deep Sea Signature Facial, which uses essential oils and nutrient-rich marine ingredients such as wild Gigartina algae. Another signature offering is the Tammy Fender Rose Quartz Massage, performed on a heated alpha-quartz sand bed. This treatment incorporates rose quartz singing bowls and therapeutic vibrations while skin care is provided using Tammy Fender’s 100 percent botanical, custom-blended products centered on the pure essence of rose.
Conveniently situated, the hotel is approximately 15 minutes from Palm Beach International Airport and roughly an hour from Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport, making it easily accessible for both domestic and international visitors seeking a blend of historic charm and modern luxury.