Is Eau Resort & Spa worth it? Honest pros and cons
Yes — Eau Resort & Spa is worth it for travelers who want an oceanfront Palm Beach stay with a large spa, multiple on-site restaurants (including Nobu Manalapan), family-friendly pools and extensive event space. If you prioritize a quiet, budget option or guaranteed wide beach at all tides, those could be drawbacks to consider.
In this guide
Location and setting
Eau Resort & Spa sits on seven private oceanfront acres at 100 S Ocean Blvd in Manalapan, on the southern tip of Palm Beach Island. The resort faces the Atlantic and offers private beach access plus easy walking access to nearby Lantana Municipal Beach.
The property functions as a convenient base for Palm Beach-area attractions: Worth Avenue, museums like the Flagler Museum and Norton Museum, and local parks are all within a short drive.
- Address: 100 S Ocean Blvd, Manalapan, FL 33462
- Resort is the only hotel in small Manalapan town
- Nearest major airport: Palm Beach International (resort lists about 12 miles; other listings around 8–15 minutes/25 minutes by car depending on routing)
| Nearby spot | Typical time from resort (source-range) |
|---|---|
| Palm Beach International Airport | Listed ~12 miles on resort site; other listings ~8.5 miles / ~15–25 minutes |
| Worth Avenue shopping | About 8–9 miles / ~15–20 minutes |
| Lantana Municipal Beach | About a 5-minute walk |
Rooms and where to stay (who each room suits)
Rooms and suites were designed by Jonathan Adler and include private balconies with ocean, pool, or garden views. The resort lists 16 accommodation types from standard rooms to presidential-level suites.
Families and groups have multiple suite options and double-bed rooms; couples seeking quieter tower locations can request outer towers closer to the adults-only pool and spa.
- Room, Oceanfront — 409 sq. ft., 2 Double Beds
- Room, 1 King Bed, Resort View — 420 sq. ft., 1 King Bed
- Club Suite, Oceanfront and Suite, Oceanfront — larger layouts (812 sq. ft. for many suites) for families or longer stays
- Commander and Chief Suite, Presidential Suite, living room, direct ocean view — listed with 2 King Beds
| Room type (examples) | Who it's best for |
|---|---|
| Room, Oceanfront / Ocean Front Room | Couples or small families wanting immediate ocean views |
| Suite, Oceanfront / Suite, Ocean View | Families or groups needing extra space and sofa beds |
| Club Room / Club Suite, Oceanfront | Guests wanting Club Level perks and lounge access |
Pools, beach and on-site recreation
Eau has two oceanfront outdoor pools: a main family pool with a pool bar and an adults-only 'tranquility' infinity pool for quieter swims. The family pool welcomes all ages while the tranquility pool is for adults seeking a calmer atmosphere.
The resort's private beach is a central feature, but third-party reviews note the beach can narrow or be affected at high tide — that can limit usable sand depending on conditions.
- Main family pool: all ages, pool bar, sun loungers
- Adults-only tranquility pool: infinity edge, quieter vibe (some reviews say it gets limited direct sun)
- Private Atlantic beach on the property; beach width varies with tide
| Feature | Notes |
|---|---|
| Number of pools | Two oceanfront outdoor pools (family + adults-only) |
| Beach access | Private beach; beach can narrow at high tide (reported) |
| Pool hours | Generally open sunrise to sunset (common policy) |
Dining: variety, hours and reservations
Eau lists multiple on-site dining venues to cover coffee, casual, spa fare, steakhouse and Japanese-Peruvian cuisine. Notable outlets include Breeze Ocean Kitchen, Angle steakhouse, Nobu Manalapan, Stir, Savor and Oceana.
Breakfast is not automatically included in room rates; meals are typically a la carte and some outlets (Nobu Manalapan and Angle) have set hours and reservation policies.
- Nobu Manalapan: reservations required, hours generally 5–10pm Sun–Thu and 5–11pm Fri–Sat
- Angle steakhouse: open 5–10pm daily; dress casual elegant (men asked to wear long pants); live piano Tue–Sun evenings
- Breeze Ocean Kitchen: family-friendly al fresco dining; listed hours Sun–Thu 11am–7pm, Fri–Sat 11am–9pm
- Oceana: coffee and pastries, typically open early (6am–6pm)
| Restaurant | Typical service focus / hours |
|---|---|
| Breeze Ocean Kitchen | Lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch (listed hours vary by day) |
| Nobu Manalapan | Dinner; reservations required up to 30 days in advance |
| Savor & Oceana | Spa café and coffee/pastry bar (daytime service) |
Spa, fitness and family facilities
Eau Spa covers a large 42,000-square-foot facility with multiple treatment rooms, hydrotherapy features, sauna/steam and an outdoor relaxation garden. The spa is restricted to guests 18 and over.
Fitness facilities include Life Fitness equipment, daily classes (yoga, spinning, pilates) and personal trainers. For families, the resort runs complimentary kids and teen clubs (Loggers for ages 3–12 and Hide Away for 13–17) with some seasonal details.
- Eau Spa: 42,000 sq. ft., sauna, steam room, whirlpools, hydrotherapy; 18+ only
- Fitness centre: Life Fitness gear, daily classes, some listings say 24-hour access
- Kids: Loggers kids club (complimentary at certain times; paid evening sessions reported), Teen Club Hide Away
| Facility | Age or access notes |
|---|---|
| Eau Spa | Adults only (18+); treatment hours vary by day |
| Kids Clubs | Loggers (3–12), Hide Away (13–17); complimentary May–Sept per listing with some paid options |
| Tennis | Three Har-Tru courts and lessons available |
Events, weddings and meeting space
Eau provides more than 30,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space across multiple ballrooms, salons and oceanfront lawns. The Grand Ballroom, Ocean Ballroom, Plaza Ballroom and the oceanfront Courtyard are frequently used for weddings and conferences.
Capacities vary by space: the Grand Ballroom is listed as the largest indoor option and the Courtyard and Resort Lawn are popular for outdoor ceremonies and receptions.
- Grand Ballroom: largest indoor space (listed around 9,680 sq. ft.; multiple capacity figures appear in sources)
- Oceanfront Courtyard: ocean-side ceremonies adjacent to the adults-only pool
- Resort Lawn & Pool Venue: about 5,000 sq. ft. for outdoor receptions
| Venue | Typical max capacity (source) |
|---|---|
| Grand Ballroom | Listed as up to 450 for plated events; other listings show higher max-capacity figures |
| Ocean Ballroom | About 120 guests for oceanfront ballroom |
| Resort Lawn | Listed around 400 for outdoor receptions |
Practical details, policies and what to watch for
Check-in time is standardly 4:00 PM and check-out is noon; the resort requires a photo ID and credit card at check-in and accepts major cards. Minimum check-in age is 21 unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Parking is valet-only (no self-parking) and an EV charging station is available. Free Wi‑Fi is provided throughout the property, including on the beach. Because the beach can narrow at high tide, plan beach time flexibly.
- Check-in: 4:00 PM; Check-out: 12:00 PM (late check-out may be possible, subject to availability)
- Minimum check-in age: 21
- Parking: valet-only (third-party listings cite a daily valet fee)
- Wi‑Fi: free throughout property, including outdoor areas
| Policy | Note |
|---|---|
| Pets | Pet-friendly listings generally allow dogs up to ~50 lbs; call ahead for current policy and fees |
| Breakfast | Not automatically included — breakfast often sold a la carte or as a paid add-on |
| Spa age limit | Eau Spa is 18+ |
