
Eau Resort & Spa
Best for travelers who want a full oceanfront resort experience with multiple pools, an expansive spa and several dining options on-site.
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Eau Resort & Spa is a five-star oceanfront resort in Manalapan that fits families, couples and groups who want full-service pools, restaurants and a large spa. The Colony Hotel Palm Beach is a recognized four-star boutique hotel steps from Worth Avenue for travelers who want classic Palm Beach style and a central shopping/scene location.
Updated · about 9 miles (14 km) apart

Best for travelers who want a full oceanfront resort experience with multiple pools, an expansive spa and several dining options on-site.

Best for travelers who want a small, well-known Palm Beach boutique staying steps from Worth Avenue shopping and the island’s social scene.
When Eau Resort & Spa wins: choose Eau if you want private oceanfront grounds, multiple on-site restaurants including Nobu, a large 42,000 sq ft spa, family and adults-only pool options, and more event/wedding space.
When The Colony Hotel Palm Beach wins: choose The Colony when you want a compact, colorful Palm Beach boutique near Worth Avenue and local restaurants, quick access to the downtown Palm Beach scene, and a smaller, more intimate hotel footprint.
Bottom line: Eau is the better pick for a full-service oceanfront resort stay and resort amenities; The Colony is the better pick for a boutique, central Worth Avenue stay with local access and Palm Beach personality.
| Category | Eau Resort & Spa | The Colony Hotel Palm Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large oceanfront resort with family- and adult-oriented zones | Small, colorful boutique hotel near Worth Avenue and town life |
| Location | Manalapan private oceanfront on seven acres (quiet southern tip of Palm Beach Island) | Central Palm Beach, steps from Worth Avenue and a short walk to nearby beaches |
| Size | 309 rooms; multiple towers and broad grounds | 89 guestrooms (smaller, boutique scale) |
| Ages / audience | All ages; family-friendly with dedicated kids and teen clubs; couples also welcome | All ages; not adults-only (children welcome) with family-friendly services like babysitting |
| Pools & beach | Two oceanfront pools (family pool + adults-only tranquility pool) and a private Atlantic beach | Two outdoor pools and a complimentary beach shuttle to nearby beaches |
| Restaurants & bars | Six on-site venues including Nobu Manalapan, Angle (steakhouse) and Breeze Ocean Kitchen | One restaurant (Swifty's), a poolside bar and a coffee shop/cafe; room service limited hours |
| Spa & wellness | Eau Spa — 42,000 sq ft, many treatment rooms, adults-only spa access | Spa services available on site (smaller footprint than Eau Spa) |
| Event & meeting space | Extensive: many ballrooms and outdoor oceanfront venues for weddings and conferences | Conference space (~325 m²) and 4 meeting rooms for smaller events |
| Sustainability & local tie-ins | Not published | Property lists renewable electricity, LED lighting and local sourcing initiatives |
| Famous for | Resort spa, oceanfront event/wedding venues and Nobu Manalapan | Classic Palm Beach boutique identity and proximity to Worth Avenue |
Eau Resort & Spa sits on seven private oceanfront acres at the southern tip of Palm Beach Island in Manalapan.
Choose Eau for a quieter, full-oceanfront resort base away from downtown Palm Beach.
The Colony Hotel Palm Beach is a small, well-known boutique hotel a few steps from Worth Avenue.
Choose The Colony if proximity to Worth Avenue shopping and central Palm Beach walkability matter most.
Eau has 309 rooms and suites across three guest towers, with many room types offering private balconies and ocean views.
Eau offers many room types for families and group travel, often with ocean-facing balconies.
The Colony has 89 guestrooms with classic Palm Beach styling and a compact set of room types.
The Colony suits travelers who prefer a smaller hotel with traditional Palm Beach room styling.
Eau offers several on-site dining choices, from casual to upscale, including a Nobu location.
Eau is best when you want many on-site dining choices without leaving the property.
The Colony’s food-and-drink offering is smaller and oriented to classic Palm Beach dining.
The Colony works well if you plan to eat out around Worth Avenue and want an easy, classic hotel dining option.
Eau centers guest life around two oceanfront pools and a private beach, plus tennis courts and numerous activities.
Eau is a resort for guests who prioritize multiple pool options, beach time, tennis and resort programming.
The Colony provides two outdoor pools and easy access to nearby beaches via a complimentary shuttle.
The Colony is better if you want a compact hotel pool experience and plan to use Worth Avenue and nearby beaches.
Eau’s standout wellness amenity is Eau Spa, a large, full-service 42,000 sq ft facility reserved for guests 18+ for spa access.
Eau is the pick for an extensive spa program and resort-led wellness activities.
The Colony offers on-site spa services (smaller scale) and benefits from Palm Beach’s nearby nightlife and dining scene.
Choose The Colony when you want a boutique hotel with quick access to Palm Beach’s dining and social scene.

Eau — Eau Spa is a major, full-service 42,000 sq ft facility with hydrotherapy and many treatment rooms.

The Colony — steps from Worth Avenue shopping, galleries and Palm Beach social life.

Eau — Six dining venues on property including Nobu Manalapan and a steakhouse.

The Colony — small, well-known Palm Beach icon with classic island style and intimate service.
Eau Resort & Spa — it has a complimentary kids club, family pool and larger family-friendly facilities.
The Colony Hotel Palm Beach — it’s steps from Worth Avenue and within easy walking distance of shops and cafes.
Yes — Eau has a large 42,000 sq ft Eau Spa reserved for guests 18+, while The Colony offers on-site spa services (smaller in scale).
No — both properties welcome guests of all ages; Eau has adults-only pool and spa areas for quieter moments.
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