
The Cottages at PGA National Resort
Best for golf-focused stays, a residential cottage feel, resort spa access and family-friendly pool options.
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The Cottages at PGA National Resort is a small collection of Serena & Lily–designed two‑bedroom cottages inside PGA National, best for golfers, spa guests and families who want a resort‑residential stay. Hilton West Palm Beach is a large, downtown Hilton with extensive meeting space and easy access to CityPlace and Clematis Street — read this if you want city convenience, convention facilities, or a central West Palm Beach base.
Updated · about 29 km (about 18 miles) apart

Best for golf-focused stays, a residential cottage feel, resort spa access and family-friendly pool options.

Best for downtown access, large meetings/conferences, and being steps from CityPlace/Clematis Street nightlife and dining.
When The Cottages at PGA National Resort wins: choose the Cottages if you want proximity to championship golf, a quieter resort‑residential setting, access to a large destination spa and multiple on‑site dining options in a lower‑density layout.
When Hilton West Palm Beach wins: pick the Hilton if you need central West Palm Beach access, large conference or ballroom space, a big room inventory and the convenience of being within walking distance of CityPlace, theaters and downtown restaurants.
Bottom line: pick The Cottages for a golf, spa and family‑oriented resort experience; pick Hilton West Palm Beach if your priority is downtown convenience, meetings capacity and a conventional city‑hotel stay.
| Category | The Cottages at PGA National Resort | Hilton West Palm Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Resort‑residential, golf and spa focused | Large downtown convention and leisure hotel |
| Location | Palm Beach Gardens near PGA National golf courses (short walk to the club) | Downtown West Palm Beach, steps from the Palm Beach County Convention Center and CityPlace |
| Size (rooms) | 21 two‑bedroom cottages (part of the larger PGA National complex) | About 400 guestrooms |
| Best for ages | All ages; family facilities including a children's pool and kids' activities | |
| Pools & water | Multiple resort pools (nine outdoor pools listed), children's pool, spa hot tub; cabanas for surcharge | |
| Dining & bars | Several on‑site venues (The Butcher's Club, Honeybelle, Birdie’s Diner, Sushi by Boū, The MKT, Sugarplume, lobby bar and poolside outlets) | Three restaurants, a coffee shop/cafe, poolside bar and two bars/lounges |
| Spa & wellness | The Spa at PGA National (40,000 sq ft) with mineral pools, 32 treatment rooms and signature Waters of the World experiences | Health/beauty spa nearby (hotel lists spa services available nearby rather than a comparable on‑site destination spa) |
| Meetings & events | Extensive resort event space across multiple ballrooms and lakeside venues (conference space and wedding venues noted) | About 35,000 sq ft conference space, 16 meeting rooms and a ballroom for large conventions |
| Golf & sport facilities | Signature: access to 79 holes of championship golf across five courses, driving range and Sports & Racquet Club | Golf lessons available nearby; not a golf resort |
| Parking & transport | Self‑parking included for cottage guests; resort taxis/ride‑share common for area excursions | Valet parking only (surcharge), complimentary limited airport shuttle during limited hours |
The Cottages are tucked into a secluded corner of PGA National in Palm Beach Gardens, within easy walking distance of the resort’s golf club, spa and on‑site dining.
Choose the Cottages if you want to be in a golf resort neighborhood with easy access to spa and resort amenities.
Hilton West Palm Beach sits in downtown West Palm Beach, steps from the Palm Beach County Convention Center, entertainment venues and restaurants.
Pick the Hilton if proximity to downtown West Palm Beach and convention facilities matters more than a resort golf setting.
The Cottages are individually furnished two‑bedroom cottage accommodations offering a home‑like layout with free in‑room Wi‑Fi.
Rooms feel residential and are best for families or groups who value space and privacy.
Hilton West Palm Beach offers standard hotel guestrooms (about 400 rooms) with city‑hotel conveniences and business‑friendly layouts.
Hilton is a more conventional hotel option with many rooms and easy service for business and leisure travelers.
The Cottages give you several distinct on‑site dining concepts, from a steakhouse and sushi omakase to diner and grab‑and‑go options.
The Cottages are strong if you want resort restaurants and specialty dining without leaving the property.
Hilton West Palm Beach houses multiple restaurants and bars and puts you within walking distance of downtown dining.
Pick Hilton if you like downtown dining options plus a few hotel restaurants for convenience.
The Cottages give cottage guests access to PGA National’s multiple outdoor pools, a children’s pool and dedicated adults‑only spa pools.
If pools and a family/adult split (kids pools plus adults‑only spa) matter, the cottages/resort layout is advantageous.
Hilton West Palm Beach provides a single outdoor pool and a hot tub suited to urban hotel guests and meeting attendees.
Hilton’s pool is suitable for a quick dip or post‑meeting relaxation but is not a multi‑pool resort experience.
PGA National’s 40,000‑sq‑ft Spa at PGA National Resort is a core draw for wellness‑oriented guests at the cottages.
Choose the Cottages if a large, full‑service destination spa and wellness programming are priorities.
Hilton puts you within easy reach of West Palm Beach nightlife and performing arts while providing basic hotel fitness amenities.
Pick Hilton if you want walkable downtown nightlife and theater options; pick the cottages for a dedicated on‑site spa experience.

The Cottages — immediate access to PGA National’s 79 championship holes, driving range and pro shop.

The Cottages — the on‑site 40,000 sq ft Spa at PGA National with mineral pools and many treatment rooms.

Hilton West Palm Beach — roughly 35,000 sq ft of conference space and 16 meeting rooms suited to conventions.

Hilton West Palm Beach — steps from CityPlace, the Kravis Center and Clematis Street dining and bars.
The Cottages at PGA National Resort — it’s inside PGA National with tee times, driving range access and a pro shop.
Hilton West Palm Beach — the hotel lists about 35,000 sq ft of conference space and 16 meeting rooms for conventions and events.
No — both properties welcome guests of all ages; The Cottages/resort includes family pools and kids’ activities, while spa mineral pools/areas at PGA National are restricted to guests 18 and older.
Hilton West Palm Beach — it’s located in downtown and is steps from CityPlace and the convention center; The Cottages are in Palm Beach Gardens and require a drive to reach downtown attractions.
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