The Colony Hotel (formerly The Golf View) is a historic hotel located at 155 Hammon Ave in Palm Beach, Florida. Founded in 1947 it has been added as a Historic Landmark by the Palm Beach County Preservation Commission.[1] The hotel has been partially continuously owned by the Wetenhall family since 1970.[2][3] In 2016, Andrew Wetenhall, an investment banker and son of former minority owner Robert C. Wetenhall, and his wife Sarah acquired the property for $12 million.[4]

The Colony Hotel
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Former namesThe Golf View
General information
Architectural styleBritish Colonial
Location155 Hammon Avenue
Palm Beach, Florida, U.S.
OpenedNovember 15, 1947
OwnerWetenhall family
Design and construction
Architect(s)Simson & Holley
Other information
Number of rooms89
Number of suites16
Number of restaurants3
Website
www.thecolonypalmbeach.com

References

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  1. ^ Kelly, William. "1940s elegance, storied history, lands Colony hotel on landmark list". Palm Beach Daily News. Retrieved 2024-10-31.
  2. ^ Wagner, Jodie. "'Our pink paradise': The Colony celebrates landmark designation with plaque unveiling". Palm Beach Daily News. Retrieved 2024-10-31.
  3. ^ Zohar, Erica Wertheim. "The Colony Hotel Celebrates 75 Years: A Timeless Treasure In The Heart Of Palm Beach". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-10-31.
  4. ^ Hofheinz, Darrell. "Son of former minority owner buys Colony for recorded $12 million". Palm Beach Daily News. Retrieved 2024-10-31.