Play and Stay A While in Florida’s Village by the Sea

Delray Beach offers an appealing variety of guest accommodations for visitors staying for a few days, a few weeks or several months. Whether luxurious or quaint, historic or modern, visitors are sure to discover that perfect place to stay while visiting the beautiful "Village by the Sea."

Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean or the scenic Downtown, guests are just steps away from fun and excitement, rest and relaxation.

Downtown Delray Beach

Home to more than 250 restaurants, galleries and boutiques, Atlantic Avenue is the heart of Delray Beach’s thriving downtown. Brick paved sidewalks lined by live oaks, royal palm trees and decorative street lamps create the ambiance of a charming "Village by the Sea" --- conveniently located just south of Palm Beach and minutes off I-95 (exit 51A). From the moment you arrive in Delray Beach, you’ll know it’s a special place!

History & Cultural Activities

Founded by American, European, African-American and Japanese settlers in the early 1900s, Delray Beach’s roots are firmly entrenched in the concept that cultural diversity is a pillar of the community. The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens is the only museum in the United States dedicated exclusively to the living culture of Japan. The Spady Cultural Heritage Museum serves as a reminder of Delray’s humble beginnings, as do George Morikami’s roots in pineapple farming.

Arts Experience

The creative art community has been at the forefront of Delray Beach’s transition from a quiet retail center into a thriving downtown. With more than 20 art galleries, Delray Beach offers stunning choices in media ranging from oil paintings and original sculpture to vintage poster art and dramatic Native American works. Scattered throughout the Downtown – including the Pineapple Grove Arts District, the Western Gateway and Atlantic Avenue -- are striking sculptures and murals that bring art to the streets. Thematic pineapples double as practical bike racks, dancing silhouettes invite attention while beautiful stone walkways reflect the cultural heritage of a neighborhood.

 

Downtown Events

Downtown Delray Beach showcases the Famous 100-Foot Christmas Tree and First Night New Year’s Eve Celebration. For many evenings each year, the streets of Downtown Delray Beach come alive with the sounds of music and the sights of art with events such as Art and Jazz, July 4th Celebration, Delray Affair, GreenMarket and many more multi-cultural happenings. Delray Beach is home to professional golf facilities and host to various sporting events including International Tennis, USTA Davis and Fed Cup Tournaments at the City’s World-Class Tennis Center.

Shopping, Dining and Lodging

Delray Beach’s charming streetscapes are filled with an eclectic blend of unique shoppes and inviting boutiques offering the latest designer fashions for your wardrobe, home or office.

Visitors and residents enjoy the City’s celebrated beaches, tropical ocean breezes and casual elegance. Visitors will find accommodations for every taste and budget. As a world-class destination, Delray Beach offers a wide range of options for your dining pleasure --- from numerous four- and five-star restaurants to family eateries. Savor fine dining along Atlantic Avenue, relax at brunch at an outdoor café or enjoy a light lunch on the beach.

Beaches, Parks and Other Fun Stuff

Bordered on the east by three miles of pristine Atlantic Ocean beachfront, Delray Beach features 12 city parks, marinas, bicycle and walking trails and a skateboard park. The American Orchid Society, Old School Square Cultural Arts Center, Cornell Museum of Art and American Culture, Crest Theatre, Sandoway House Nature Center, Delray Beach Historical Society and Intracoastal Waterway Cruises are among Delray Beach’s many other appealing attractions and exhibits.