Honeymoon planning at Eau Resort & Spa
Eau Resort & Spa in Manalapan, Florida is a beachfront luxury property with oceanfront pools, a large Eau Spa, on-site dining (including Nobu Manalapan), and a mix of rooms and suites you can choose for a honeymoon. For a romantic stay, pick an oceanfront room or suite, reserve spa treatments in advance, and plan at least one dinner at Nobu or Angle.
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Location & arrival
Eau Resort & Spa is at 100 S Ocean Blvd, Manalapan, Florida, set on seven private oceanfront acres at the southern tip of Palm Beach Island. The resort is the town’s primary hotel and sits directly on the Atlantic Ocean with private beach access.
Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) is the closest major airport; distance estimates vary by source (the resort’s guide states about 12 miles, other listings report a shorter drive). Fort Lauderdale and Miami airports are substantially farther.
- Address: 100 S Ocean Blvd, Manalapan, FL 33462
- Nearest major airport: Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) — approximately 12 miles per the resort
- Nearby on-foot options: Ocean Boulevard and Lantana Municipal Beach
| Transport | Typical note |
|---|---|
| Airport (PBI) | Resort lists about 12 miles; travel time varies by traffic |
| Car/Valet | Resort offers valet-only parking (no self-park) |
| Local walking | Lantana Municipal Beach and Ocean Boulevard are short walks |
Which room or suite to pick for a honeymoon
Honeymooners commonly choose oceanfront rooms or suites to take advantage of private balconies and sea views. Eau Resort & Spa includes Club Level room options with added concierge service if you want extra attention.
Room and suite names are listed below exactly as they appear in the hotel's materials to help when you book.
- Club Room, Oceanfront — 418 sq. ft.; oceanfront views; Club Level perks
- Suite, Oceanfront — 812 sq. ft.; living area and oceanfront balcony
- Suite, Terrace, Oceanfront (Lanai) — 812 sq. ft.; terrace/lanai and oceanfront views
- Commander and Chief Suite, Presidential Suite, living room, direct ocean view — 812 sq. ft.; larger suite option
| Room/Suite | Why honeymooners like it |
|---|---|
| Suite, Oceanfront | More living space, private balcony with ocean views |
| Club Room, Oceanfront | Smaller suite-feel with Club Level concierge/lounge access |
| Suite, Terrace, Oceanfront (Lanai) | Outdoor lanai space for private alfresco time |
Pools, beach and outdoor romance ideas
Eau features two oceanfront pools: a main family pool (all ages) and a separate adults-only tranquility pool with an infinity edge. The adult pool and outer towers are quieter, which many couples prefer.
The resort has a private Atlantic beach directly on the property; beach width can vary with tide and reviewers have noted that the sand area can be narrow at high tide.
- Main family pool: pool bar and loungers; family-friendly atmosphere
- Adults-only tranquility pool: quieter, infinity edge; may get less direct sun per some reviews
- Beach: private Atlantic beach on-site; open sunrise to sunset in general
| Option | Best for |
|---|---|
| Tranquility (adults-only) pool | Quiet relaxation and couple photos |
| Main family pool | Poolside dining and livelier atmosphere |
| Private beach | Sunset strolls and sand time (tide-dependent) |
Spa, wellness and activities for two
Eau Spa is a 42,000-square-foot facility reserved for guests 18 and older; it features treatment rooms and hydrotherapy amenities and is a central option for couples looking to schedule massages, facials or spa packages.
Fitness options include a well-equipped fitness centre and daily classes such as yoga and pilates. Tennis lessons and Har-Tru courts are available if you prefer active couple time.
- Eau Spa: adults only (18+); book treatments in advance
- Signature treatment: Eau Spa Signature Massage (check spa menu for current availability)
- Daily fitness classes: spinning, yoga, pilates; private trainers available
- Tennis: three Har-Tru courts with lessons from an on-site pro
| Service | Note |
|---|---|
| Spa treatments | Reservations recommended; spa is 18+ |
| Couples classes | Daily group fitness classes, private trainers possible |
| Tennis | Courts and lessons available; reserved separately |
Dining & romantic evenings
Eau Resort & Spa offers a range of on-site restaurants suitable for a honeymoon dinner: Nobu Manalapan (Japanese-Peruvian), Angle (modern American steakhouse), and Breeze Ocean Kitchen (coastal oceanfront dining). Reservations are required or recommended at some venues.
Nobu Manalapan requires reservations (can be booked up to 30 days in advance) and is open evenings with extended hours on weekends. Angle has a casual elegant dress code; Breeze Ocean Kitchen offers oceanfront al fresco seating and Sunday brunch with live music.
- Nobu Manalapan — reservations required; dinner hours Sun–Thu 5–10pm, Fri–Sat 5–11pm
- Angle — dinner daily 5–10pm; casual elegant dress code (men requested to wear long pants)
- Breeze Ocean Kitchen — lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch; oceanfront seating
| Restaurant | Best for |
|---|---|
| Nobu Manalapan | Special-occasion dinner |
| Angle | Steak or seafood dinner with piano music certain evenings |
| Breeze Ocean Kitchen | Casual oceanfront meals and brunch |
Practical planning tips & hotel policies
Standard check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM; late check-out may be available on request. The minimum check-in age is 21 (guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian).
The resort offers free Wi‑Fi throughout the property, valet-only parking, pet-friendly accommodations (policy details vary), and accepts major credit cards. Breakfast is not automatically included with room rates.
- Check-in: 4:00 PM; check-out: 12:00 PM
- Min. check-in age: 21 (exceptions with guardian)
- Parking: valet only (no self-parking)
- Wi‑Fi: free throughout property, including beach
- Pets: pet-friendly but confirm size/fee/policy before arrival
| Contact | Info |
|---|---|
| Hotel address | 100 S Ocean Blvd, Manalapan, FL 33462 |
| BookResorts agents (24/7) | +1 (888) 605-1350 |
| Booking notes | Breakfast and some services are additional; reservations recommended for restaurants and spa |
Extras for a honeymoon itinerary
Plan at least one beachfront dinner or private terrace moment, a couples’ massage at Eau Spa, and time at the adults-only tranquility pool. If you want a private activity, consider arranging a private tennis lesson or a nearby snorkeling/kayak trip to Peanut Island through local operators.
For a day away from the resort, Worth Avenue and the Norton Museum of Art are within a short drive; Palm Beach shopping and cultural sites make easy half-day outings from Manalapan.
- Couples massage at Eau Spa — book early, spa is 18+
- Sunset beach walk — beach width can vary by tide
- Dinner at Nobu or Angle — reserve ahead (Nobu reservations open 30 days out)
- Short drives: Worth Avenue (shopping), Norton Museum, Flagler Museum
| Short excursion | Time from resort |
|---|---|
| Worth Avenue (shopping) | About 15–20 minutes by car |
| Peanut Island snorkeling | Arrange a boat/kayak tour (about 15-minute drive + boat) |
| Palm Beach cultural sites | About 10–25 minutes by car depending on destination |
