Getting around Palm Beach and West Palm Beach during your stay

Most guests get around Palm Beach and West Palm Beach by foot for nearby sights, by resort transfer or rideshare for short hops, and by Brightline or car for longer trips. The Breakers Palm Beach provides complimentary overnight valet parking and concierge assistance; Flagler Club guests receive chauffeured Mercedes‑Maybach house car service.
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Arriving and departing — airports and transfers
Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) is the closest airport to The Breakers Palm Beach; the resort site states it is about a 15‑minute drive from the hotel. Concierge can advise on transfers and local traffic patterns at arrival or departure.
Fort Lauderdale‑Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is an alternative if you need more flight choices, but it's a longer drive. The Breakers' concierge and BookResorts agents can help arrange airport transfers, private cars, or rideshares.
- Nearest airport: Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) — roughly a 15‑minute drive per the resort.
- Alternative airport: Fort Lauderdale‑Hollywood International (FLL) — farther by car.
- Flagler Club guests: chauffeured Mercedes‑Maybach electric SUV house car service may include airport transportation as part of that program.
| Option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Resort transfer / concierge | Ask concierge for options and current availability |
| Rideshare / taxi | Readily available at PBI; helpful for direct door‑to‑door service |
| Flagler Club house car | Included for Flagler Club guests per resort information |

Walking and nearby attractions
The Breakers is on One South County Road and is within easy walking distance of several Palm Beach landmarks. Worth Avenue, the Henry Morrison Flagler Museum (Whitehall), and Bethesda‑by‑the‑Sea are all close by.
Many guests walk to nearby sites, shopping, and restaurants. Lake Trail, the Breakers Ocean Golf Course, and small gardens or churches are short walks from the resort; ask concierge for printed walking maps and recommended routes.
- Worth Avenue — a short drive or walking distance to high‑end boutiques and cafes.
- Henry Morrison Flagler Museum — roughly a 5‑minute walk from the hotel.
- Bethesda‑by‑the‑Sea — about a 5‑minute walk.
| Place | How to get there |
|---|---|
| Worth Avenue | Short drive or walk; concierge can point out best access |
| Flagler Museum | Approximately a 5‑minute walk per resort information |
| Breakers Ocean Golf Course | Adjacent — an easy walk from the property |

Hotel transport, valet and getting around the resort
The Breakers Palm Beach provides complimentary overnight valet parking for registered guests; self‑parking is not listed as available. The resort includes concierge services and 24‑hour front desk assistance to help arrange local transport or site‑seeing.
For short trips around Palm Beach (restaurants, shopping, nearby museums), the concierge can arrange car service, recommend local taxis or rideshares, and provide directions. Flagler Club guests have access to the included chauffeured Mercedes‑Maybach electric SUV house car service.
- Complimentary overnight valet parking for registered guests (resort site).
- Concierge can book local transfers, taxis, private cars, or rideshares.
- Flagler Club house car service available to Flagler Club guests.
| Service | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Valet parking | Complimentary overnight valet per resort information |
| Concierge transfers | Can arrange cars, taxis, and private drivers |
| Flagler Club house car | Chauffeured Mercedes‑Maybach electric SUV service included for Flagler Club guests |
Public transit, Brightline and rail connections to West Palm Beach
Brightline's West Palm Beach station is convenient for travel south or north along Florida's coast and is about a short drive from the resort; the resort notes Brightline as a nearby connection. Ask concierge for current schedules and a ride to the station.
Amtrak and local commuter options serve West Palm Beach as well; the Amtrak station in West Palm Beach is a short drive from the resort. For exploring downtown West Palm Beach (Clematis Street, Rosemary Square), Brightline or a short rideshare are practical options.
- Brightline — West Palm Beach station is a quick drive; ask concierge for transfers and schedules.
- Amtrak — West Palm Beach station is another rail option; check times in advance.
- Local buses and shuttles — available in the area, but the resort concierge can advise on routes and connections.
| Rail option | Best for |
|---|---|
| Brightline | Faster regional travel between West Palm Beach and South Florida cities |
| Amtrak | Intercity rail service for longer trips |
| Local transit | Short trips around West Palm Beach; check schedules locally |
Driving, car rental, and rideshares
Many guests rent a car for flexibility when visiting attractions beyond Palm Beach, though the resort and concierge can arrange most local outings without a car. Car rentals are available in the Palm Beach area; concierge or BookResorts agents can suggest rental companies and pickup locations.
Rideshare apps and taxis are commonly used for short trips to Clematis Street, Rosemary Square, or nearby shopping. The Breakers provides guidance on curbside pickup and drop‑off procedures through the front desk and valet team.
- Car rental — practical for day trips and exploring beyond Palm Beach; check with concierge for local providers.
- Rideshare & taxis — convenient for short trips; concierge can help with pickup points.
- Parking — the resort provides complimentary overnight valet parking to registered guests.
| Trip | Recommended option |
|---|---|
| Short downtown trip (Worth Ave, Clematis) | Rideshare or concierge-arranged car |
| Day trip or island hopping | Rent a car or book a private excursion via concierge |
| Airport transfers | Resort transfer, flagler club house car (if eligible), taxi or rideshare |

Pools, private beach and guest‑only access
Pool and beach facilities at The Breakers are reserved exclusively for registered hotel guests and club members. The resort maintains four oceanfront pools and six whirlpool spas, plus a private half‑mile beach and beach club amenities.
Beach umbrellas, loungers and towels are provided for guests; lifeguards supervise the beach and pools. Non‑staying visitors have restricted access to pool and beach areas and must be escorted by a registered guest and provide ID per resort policy.
- Pools and beach are for registered guests and club members only.
- Four oceanfront pools, six whirlpool spas, an adult‑only pool and a family zero‑entry pool are on site.
- Lifeguards supervise the beach and pools; ask concierge about poolside bungalows and paddleboard reservations.
| Facility | Guest rules |
|---|---|
| Pools & whirlpools | Reserved for registered guests and club members |
| Private beach | Reserved for registered guests and club members; lifeguards on duty |
| Poolside dining and bars | Open to registered guests; hours vary by venue |


