With year-round warmth, never-ending beaches and an elegant Spanish vibe, the pink city of Boca Raton is a dream destination for all ages.
Since the 1920s, Boca Raton, the southernmost city in Florida’s Palm Beach, has provided an escape for families seeking sunshine, shopping, and splendid service. The Boca Raton Resort & Club, A Waldorf Astoria Resort is no exception.
This stunning oceanside resort with its Andalucian-style cloisters, ornate gardens, and a chic little marina, is as luxurious as it is laid-back. Let us be your guide for the perfect family getaway.
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There’s no limit to the fun on tap at Boca Raton Resort & Club, consistently ranked as one of the top family resorts in the USA, especially for little ones.
For starters, the resort boasts seven pools and occupies one of the best beachfronts in Florida: a half-mile of private, golden sand dotted with sink-in-and-snooze sun loungers. With more than 150 activities planned every month, there’s something to suit children of all ages at all times.
Drop them off at the kids’ Quest Club and they’ll enjoy scavenger hunts, kite-flying, crafts and more. There’s even a nightclub for teenagers. Budding environmentalists can build birdhouses, plant sunflower seeds and explore the resort’s herb and butterfly garden. But best of all, during nesting season, the resort works with conservation experts Gumbo Limbo to monitor turtle nests and release hatchlings.
CONCIERGE TIP: Book a complimentary 45-minute photography session at the resort with Studio Eminence and let a professional capture your unforgettable moments on camera.
EXPERIENCE
Getaways are all about trying something new, and there’s nothing quite like the thrill of surfing. At Flow House Boca, the resort’s private surf school, you can rehearse your surfing or bodyboarding skills before hitting the ocean for real.
Test your skills on the FlowRider, a state-of-the-art wave simulator and the first of its kind in Florida. There’s no safer way to get your “surf legs,” whatever your skill level, before moving on to real-life surf lessons along the beachfront.
Book a catamaran cruise or deep-sea fishing excursion from the luxury marina at the Yacht Club at the Boca Raton Resort. This exclusive wing of the resort boasts Lake Boca views from every suite in addition to private marina access.
Prefer to stay on dry land? The resort is home to two 18-hole championship golf courses and 30 tennis courts. For a little more relaxation, enjoy a stroll or leisurely bike ride around the resort’s 32-slip marina.
DINE
With 13 restaurants and bars on site, there’s no shortage of options when it comes to dining.
The Morimoto Sushi Bar, designed by French architect Thierry Despont, is small but perfectly formed with four chef stations. Satisfy your sweet tooth with New York City-inspired Serendipity. The eatery has a menu of playful bites including açai bowls, milkshakes, and (of course) candy.
Poolside, you can’t go wrong with the California-themed Shaka Bar & Grill for zesty tacos and flame-grilled burgers. For something more European, Lucca, the resort’s Tuscan trattoria, serves authentic regional dishes with the warmth and hospitality that embodies Italian cooking.
CONCIERGE TIP: For a quick and easy dining option, Snack has salads, pizza and hot dogs with all the fixings.
SEE
Boca Raton is blessed with a winning combination of natural beauty and culture. Make the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center your first stop and you’ll with outdoor aquariums filled with fish and turtles, woodland nature trails and an infinite supply of facts about the area’s turtle conservation program. Mizner Park is another must-visit for its impressive open-air amphitheater (check ahead for scheduled concerts) and the Boca Raton Museum of Art. Alternatively, at the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, you’ll find a slice of heaven sprinkled with koi ponds, waterfalls and iguanas.
SHOP
You are unlikely to leave Boca Raton empty-handed. The resort itself is home to several boutiques, including Boca Breeze, Alene Too, Michelle Farmer Collaborate, Altier Jewelers and Egg & Friends.
Beyond the gates of the resort, you’ll find designer labels such as Versace, Gucci, Bvlgari, Cartier, Carolina Herrera, Louis Vuitton and Tiffany at the shopping malls of Town Center, Royal Palm Place and Mizner Park, all within five miles of the property.
…AND RELAX
While the kids are out enjoying themselves, treat yourselves to some pampering.
Inspired by the Alhambra Palace in Spain, the Waldorf Astoria Spa is one of the prettiest parts of the resort. Opt for the “Ritual Bath,” and immerse yourself in mineral baths, Swiss waterfall showers, whirlpools plus the spa’s steam, sauna, and inhalation rooms.
Prefer to top up your vitamin D levels? Sign up for the “Sea Level Experience” to soak up rays in style. The package includes king-size daybeds, your own personal beach attendant, coconut water, watermelon juice and aloe shots, Evian mist and a regular supply of cold towels. Add in a foot massage and there’s a likely chance you’ll nod off… but that’s the sign of a truly relaxing getaway.
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Book your dream family vacation at Boca Raton Resort & Club, A Waldorf Astoria Resort.
True Waldorf Service Tip: Hilton Honors members benefit from late checkout and can choose their room via the Hilton Honors app.
