A Serene, Sophisticated Presence in Palm Beach. Experience genuine renewal at The Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach. Situated beachfront along the fabled treasure coast of South Florida, this oceanfront resort is an exquisite welcome to Palm Beach with refined beauty a graceful atmosphere, and impeccable service. Soak up the sun and enjoy the amazing South Florida beaches and attractions, all just moments from the comfort of this luxury West Palm Beach hotel’s ideal location.
The Ritz-Carlton in West Palm Beach has catered to the world’s most discerning guests for almost 20 years. Embrace the casual, sophistication of Palm Beach — blend unexpected luxuries with the timeless elegance of the sea. To the south in Manalapan, the Ritz-Carlton Palm Beach has a chef who thinks of his dining rooms as stand-alone restaurants that just happen to be attached to an upper-class hotel. Chef Ryan Artim offers locals and visitors a taste of the new dining that’s changing how travelers view hotel food.
“We’re trying to stay true to our values, while reaching out to our new audiences,” he says. In decades past, the typical hotel diner was a senior, retired, or on business. Today’s guest is younger – in their 30s or 40s – and often has a family in tow. They want choices at mealtime, and down here, they want a Florida experience.
“The terrace at Temple Orange is very popular,” he says, “as is Breeze, the pool restaurant. Sitting outside, dining on a lobster grilled cheese or a salad while you’re watching the ocean, taps into what the customer wants.”
The fine-dining restaurant, Angle, is set up for both casual nibblers who want just a glass of wine and appetizer, and those who would make a big night out, gathered with friends around the centerpiece onyx table.
“You can get three courses at Angle for $35. Or you can go all out with wines and several courses,” the chef says. “We want the restaurants to be less formal and intimidating.”
Banquet and reception menus have changed, too, Artim says. “We’re becoming very creative with a lot of foods done fresh.” Things like crab-cake stations, a down-home barbecue with sliders, or ice cream cones passed by servers are on banquet and party menus. The chef says it’s all about pleasing the guest. “Sometimes it’s a challenge, but it’s really exciting.”
The Ritz-Carlton Palm Beach
100 S. Ocean Blvd.,
Palm Beach, 561-533-6000,
ritzcarlton.com