Resort Profile: A luxury oceanfront hotel and one of America’s legendary resort destinations. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the resort has invested $250 million since 1990 in its ongoing revitalization and expansion. Its timeless atmosphere reflects the elegant comforts and personalization of a grand residence, but energized with a youthful, family-minded philosophy. With the commitment of its original ownership, capital expenditures averaging $25 million a year are reinvested in The Breakers for the long term, to ensure the resort remains appealing to future generations. Distinguished with the AAA Five Diamond Award.
Location: Situated on 140 acres on the island of Palm Beach, Florida. Located seven miles from Palm Beach International Airport, 42 miles from Ft. Lauderdale International Airport and 72 miles from Miami International Airport. Both Interstate 95 and the Florida Turnpike provide easy access to South County Road (via Okeechobee Boulevard), which leads to the entrance of The Breakers.
Climate: Due to its close proximity to the Gulfstream, Palm Beach enjoys a sub-tropical climate noted for year-round breezes and moderate temperatures ranging from 75-85 degrees.
Architecture/Design: Created in the Italian Renaissance-style, inspired by the magnificent Italian villas of the 1400s. Exterior: Twin Belvedere towers with graceful arches, patterned after the Villa Medici in Rome. Front drive: Re-designed and landscaped 1,040-foot main drive leads to Florentine Fountain patterned after the fountain at the Boboli Gardens in Florence. Main lobby: Inspired by the Great Hall of the Palazzo Carega (circa 1560) in Genoa.
Amenities: Two 18-hole championship golf courses, a 20,000-square-foot luxury spa with ocean view fitness center, Mediterranean-style beach club overlooking one-half mile of private beach, five swimming pools, variety of water sports, 10 tennis courts and an extensive program of family and children's activities. Also features an outstanding selection of eight restaurants and an array of on-site boutiques with distinctive merchandise.
History: The Palm Beach Inn, originally constructed in 1896 by Henry Morrison Flagler, was destroyed by fire in 1903. Rebuilt in 1904 as The Breakers and again taken by fire in 1925. The Breakers, as it is known today, re-opened its doors December 29, 1926, rebuilt in a record breaking 11½ months at a cost of $7 million.
Guest Services: Concierge services, laundry, valet parking and transportation, a “24/7 Business Center”, safe deposit boxes, babysitting, complimentary shuttle service to both The Breakers Rees Jones® Course and Echo, the resort’s off-site restaurant. Focus on customer fulfillment empowers staff to deliver highly personalized service and the ability to respond to a full range of guest requests.
Staff Profile: A diverse team of approx. 2,300 employees, with fluency in 56 languages.
Accommodations: 540 guest-rooms, including 68 suites -- two Imperial Suites and four Royal Poinciana Suites. Rooms feature ocean or resort view; king or two double beds. Standard amenities include robes, The Breakers private-label toiletries, safes, make-up mirrors, hair dryers, desks, mini-bars, dual-line telephones with voicemail and data ports, all news cable networks, in-room movies, Playstation videogames, high-speed Internet access and CD/radio alarm clocks. Complimentary daily newspaper upon request and twice-daily housekeeping service. Click here for complete information including images.
The Flagler Club, a private intimate residence comprised of restricted access rooms on the sixth and seventh floors of the hotel. Offers exclusive concierge service and enhanced amenities including distinctive continental breakfast, fresh-baked cookies, afternoon tea, evening hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and after-dinner cordials.
Dining:
The Circle: A magnificent dining room with intricate hand-painted ceilings complemented by splendid ocean views. Open daily for breakfast and The Breakers famous Sunday Brunch. Dress: Casual and sportswear; resortwear for Sunday Brunch.
L’Escalier & Brasserie L'Escalier:
The Breakers signature, dual-concept restaurant featuring contemporary and traditional French cuisine and an award-winning wine list, rated one of South Florida’s finest dining experiences. Dinner served nightly Tuesday through Saturday. L’Escalier Dress: resortwear; jackets recommended; Reservations: required. Brasserie L’Escalier Dress: casual and resortwear, jackets not necessary. Reservations: not required.
The Beach Club: Indoor/outdoor restaurant overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, reminiscent of the French Riviera both in setting and cuisine. Open daily for lunch. Dress: Casual and sportswear; bathing suit cover-ups requested.
The Flagler Steakhouse: Located in the resort’s old Florida-style clubhouse. Sporty Palm Beach ambiance indoors or terrace seating with expansive views of the golf course. Features the finest USDA prime-grade meats, seafood specialties available. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Dress: Resortwear.
The Seafood Bar: Oceanfront restaurant, with its signature aquarium bars, features the finest quality fresh fish, seafood, and raw bar. Open daily for lunch and dinner; bar open until 1:00 am. Dress: Casual and sportswear.
The Italian Restaurant: For casual, home-style Italian fare. Features wood-burning pizzas, home-made pastas, grilled specialties and antipastos. While families eat and relax, children can play at the adjacent Family Entertainment Center. Open daily for dinner. Dress: Casual and resortwear.
Echo: Located just five minutes from the main hotel in the heart of Palm Beach. Spectacular Asian cuisine, showcased in a sleek and stylish setting, explores the distinctive flavors of China, Thailand, Japan, and Vietnam. Dress: Resortwear.
The Ocean Grill: A beachside bar and grill with views of the pool, beach and panoramic 10th green of the Ocean Golf Course. Our newest restaurant offers casual cuisine and refreshments in a setting reminiscent of a seaside cottage. Open daily for lunch. Dress: Casualwear; bathing suit cover-ups requested for lunch. Live weekend entertainment in season.
The Tapestry Bar: An elegant, living-room style lounge located adjacent to L’Escalier. The vintage mahogany bar was constructed from an original turn of the 19th century mantel from Caxton Hall in London. Serving wine, cocktails, appetizers, and dessert. Afternoon tea and live entertainment in season. Open daily. Dress: Resortwear.
In-Room Dining: Available 24 hours. Serving a complete menu of breakfast, lunch, dinner and light snacks in the privacy of the guest’s room.
Recreational Activities:
Golf: Two 18-hole championship courses provide variety and playability for all levels.
The Breakers Ocean Course: Florida’s oldest 18-hole course located on site at The Breakers, a 6,100-yard, par 70 course redesigned by Brian Silva in 2000. Beautifully landscaped with manicured greens, a constant test for all skill levels.
The Breakers Rees Jones® Course: Reconstructed in December 2004 by renowned golf course architect, Rees Jones, and named 2005 “Renovation of the Year,” by Golf Inc. Lushly landscaped and challenging course designed in Jones’ award-winning neo-classic style, set against the backdrop of the Breakers West residential community.
The Breakers Golf Academy: Nationally recognized golf professionals offer instruction in private lessons and golf school format, geared to all skill levels; lessons also specialized for children. Custom club fitting also available.
Tennis: Award-winning tennis facility offers guests 10 beautifully groomed Har-Tru courts, a comprehensive pro shop with the latest fashions and equipment, professional instruction, clinics and private court time. Lighted courts available for evening play.
The Spa at The Breakers: Mediterranean-style, 20,000-square-foot indoor/outdoor spa. Services reflect the serenity and sensory components of the spa’s oceanfront location.
Amenities include a lap pool, oceanfront whirlpool spa, 17 private treatment rooms for a variety of massages, body wraps, scrubs and Guerlain skin care treatments, beauty salon, and ladies' and men's locker rooms with steam and sauna.
Fitness
Oceanview Fitness Center: One of two hotel fitness centers, this 1,400 square foot facility connects to The Spa. Fourteen-foot high windows provide unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean. Features Body Masters strength equipment, treadmills, bikes, elliptical runners, free weights, personal training, body composition analysis, and take-home exercise programs. TV monitors and headphones throughout. Fitness classes are scheduled seven days a week, including pilates, tai chi, yoga, body sculpting and aquaaerobics.
In addition to the Oceanview Fitness Center at The Spa, there is a complimentary Fitness Center located in the main hotel, which is fully equipped with cardiovascular and weight training equipment.
The Salon at The Breakers: Located in the main hotel. Offers hair and nail services. Open seasonally.
Beach Club: Mediterranean-style Beach Club with magnificent vistas of the ocean and newly transformed beachfront. Five pools including lap pool, relaxation pool, active pool (ideal for families), main beach club pool and children's pool. Four whirlpool spas, expansive pool decks, lush tropical landscaping and lawn space; a 6,000 square foot rooftop terrace. 20 private, luxury beach bungalows and 10 pool cabanas for daytime rental, with a dedicated staff of concierges; Beach Gazebo and The Ocean Grill (restaurant).
Resort headquarters for watersports, featuring Scuba, snorkeling, coral reef tours, deep sea fishing, kayak excursions, boogie board rentals and swimming lessons.
Resort Activities:
Family Entertainment Center: Unique, 6,160 square foot multiplex offers activities, entertainment and games for all ages under one roof. Resort staff members float throughout the entire facility at all times, readily available to provide service and assistance. This facility features:
Arcade: More than 20 classic and contemporary games, including skee ball, supershot basketball, air hockey and others, plus a variety of G-rated video games
Toddler's Playroom: Perfect location for children three and under to play with educational and age-appropriate toys
Arts and Crafts Area: Hundreds of craft supplies available to bring out the artist in children
Children's Movie Theatre: Entertaining films for all ages, shown on a 65-inch, wide-screen TV with surround sound; theatre-style seating for children
Video Game Room: Collection of Xbox and Playstations with child-friendly games
Family and Children's Programs: Specially designed programs for children and for families to enjoy with their kids.
Coconut Crew Interactive Camp: Year-round, interactive family programs and supervised children’s activities include arts & crafts, indoor games, beach games, nature walks, lawn games, swimming, croquet and more. Parents can drop off their kids or are welcome to join in while children enjoy creative play and exciting recreational activities.
Also each week:
Family Night Out: Complimentary Friday night resort orientation for parents and children, with complimentary refreshments and activities
Game Day: Complimentary outdoor event competition that pits children against their parents.
Breakers Fun Zone: Saturday night at the Family Entertainment Center features music, unlimited tokens in the resort’s 20-game arcade and counselors on hand to play with the children.
Leisure Amenities: In addition to Beach Club water sports and aforementioned activities, other leisure amenities for all ages include: Jogging Trail, Children’s Playground, Historical Hotel Tour, Croquet, Outdoor Sports Court, Bicycle Rental and Tours
Conference Facilities and Services: Well-designed and superbly appointed settings for group functions for 20 - 1,000 attendees. 65,000 sq. ft. of versatile indoor and outdoor meeting space features venues of distinct character, style and flexibility: an elegant oceanfront conference center, four majestic ballrooms, and small meeting/board rooms. Outdoor venues include attractively landscaped courtyards, gardens, beachfront and poolside locations. Conference services division provides highly personalized service and comprehensive in-house support, from audio visual to all-inclusive destination management services.
“24/7 Business Center” provides enhanced technology and accessibility. Two self-service desks provide guests with full spectrum of PC business software, high-speed Internet and laser printers. Basic photocopying, facsimile transmission and receiving, shipping and courier services also available. Guests can also rent computers, modems and laser printers.
On-Site Shopping:
The Breakers News and Gourmet – gifts and gourmet food products, sundries
Absolutely Suitable – designer swimwear and accessories
Coconut Crew – children’s clothing, collectables and toys
Ralph Lauren – men’s and women’s clothing and accessories
Steuben Glass – fine crystal and stemware
Guerlain – renowned skincare, cosmetics and fragrances
Kiehl’s – quality skin, hair and body products
The Signature Shop – Breakers merchandise
The Breakers Sports Pro Shop – designer golf and tennis resortwear and equipment
The Beach Shop - suntan products, beach toys, hats and more
Burberry – men’s and women’s clothing and accessories
President and Chief Operating Officer: Paul N. Leone
Management/ Ownership: Flagler System Inc., a privately owned company under single family ownership since 1896. FSI also owns Breakers West Development Corporation, specializing in condominium and rental property management; and Flagler System Management Inc., an upscale retail operator that specializes in the resort, restaurant and retail industry.
Media Contacts:
Bonnie Reuben
bonnie@bonniereuben.com
(310) 248-3852
Ann Margo Peart
annmargo.peart@thebreakers.com
(561) 659-8465
(561) 653-6312
