Crane's Beach House Boutique Hotel & Luxury Villas (Delray Beach, USA)

The grounds are lush and serene, landscaped with a tropical feel and plenty of outdoor seating, barbecue grills and hammocks for two. One block from the beach, shops and cafes of Atlantic Avenue. Beach chairs and umbrellas are available to borrow,as is a filled picnic basket to take along for your day. A quiet and relaxing ambiance with two pools, fountains, walking paths, waterfalls and palm trees. The tiki bar is open for the daily continental breakfast and again for happy hour and live music on weekends in the evenings. (Be sure to ask if there are free drink coupons at the desk if you'll be staying on weekend nights.).

Helpful, accommodating staff ensure your comfort from arrival to departure. You'll be checked in swiftly and they'll carry your bags to your room for you. Fresh cookies are baked and served to guests every afternoon in the office. Personalized customer service can be anticipated here, especially for those traveling in honor of an anniversary or special occasion. Don't be surprised if you find free gifts or champagne waiting for you in your room!

Recently refurbished rooms of varying sizes include comfortable new beds, plenty of pillows, modern, chic amenities and even hand-painted murals. Spacious with large flat screen televisions, artwork and roomy showers. Some have fully-stocked full size kitchens; others well-equipped kitchenettes. Pet-friendly accommodations are offered for a fee.

Some felt the breakfast was only average and could have been made more interesting to match the upscale surroundings.

Some had difficulty with the Wi-Fi speed and could not do anything more than check email at best.

Limited parking can pose a problem during busier times like weekend nights.