Frequently Asked Questions
COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT DELRAY SANDS RESORT
Location
The only beachfront property in Highland Beach, FL, Delray Sands Resort is minutes from downtown Delray Beach (2.5 miles away) and Boca Raton (8 miles away). The hotel features 115 rooms and suites; a private beach; a full-service restaurant with an indoor/outdoor bar and private dining area; as well as a heated outdoor pool and whirlpool.
We offer a variety of room and suite options for your unique travel needs including standard, pool, partial ocean, oceanfront and beachfront view rooms. We also offer as pool view and beachfront one-bedroom suites with sleeper sofas.
Our hotel is located on its own private beach and is just 2.5 miles away from downtown Delray Beach where visitors frequent the upscale shopping and dining of Atlantic Avenue.
West Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) is about 22 miles from the resort. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is 33 miles from the resort. While this hotel doesn’t provide an airport shuttle, our front desk is happy to connect you with transportation options!
Amenities
Please click here to see the full list of what’s included in the resort fee.
Delray Sands Resort provides valet parking only at a nightly fee of $20 plus tax per vehicle.
Yes! The Tammy Fender Holistic Spa at our sister property, the Opal Grand, is about 5 minutes away from Delray Sands.
Yes, the hotel offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Latitudes, our oceanfront restaurant and lounge, which features in and outdoor dining as well as private dining options. We also serve drinks and light fare at the Wave Pool Bar.
Dining reservations can be made for dinner and are highly recommended. Click the Book Now button and and select Eat & Drink for availability.
Yes, we offer special holiday menus, packages, and seasonally inspired activities to celebrate the holidays at Delray Sands.
There are so many things to do at Delray Sands resort! In addition to our on-property beach and kids’ pool, the Palm Beach Zoo, Lion Country Safari, and water sport rentals at Boynton Harbor Marina are just moments away.
No, you do not need to reserve a chair by our pool. Pool chairs at our Highland Beach resort are first come, first serve.
Yes, we offer self-service, coin operated laundry at Delray Sands. Washers and dryers are located on the 2nd and 3rd floors of the hotel, just stop by the front desk for complimentary detergent.
Fitness
Whether you’re looking to book a golf lesson at a nearby Palm Beach golf course, restaurant hop and shop on Atlantic Avenue, or go on a kayak excursion, there are so many things to explore on your next Florida vacation! Our hotel team can’t wait to help you plan your unique Florida vacation.
Our fitness center with cardio and strength equipment is open 24-hours a day.
Reservations
Yes, there’s a $30 extra person fee per person, per night after the second adult.
Reserve a room at our Delray luxury resort online or through our reservations department. Already made a reservation? Retrieve your booking details here. For restaurant reservations, please contact Latitudes (their number is listed here) or click the Book Now button and select Eat & Drink.
Delray Sand’s cancellation policy varies based on stay date and rate type (for instance an Advance Purchase rate has a stricter cancellation policy than most rates). Our deposit and standard cancellation policies are listed here.
Check into our Delray beach resort is at 4pm and check out is at 11am.
Our resort does not offer rollaways, however we do have cribs, high chairs, and booster seats available upon request.
Our pet-friendly Florida resort welcomes well-mannered dogs. or less. Our pet fee is $100 per night, per dog. For more information on our dog policy please click here.
OPAL gift cards and amenities are available through the links in our footer here! Or please contact the reservations department at least 24 hours prior to arrival to pay for all or part of a guest’s stay. Our staff will be happy to send you a Sertifi link so that you can submit your payment information securely and electronically.
Direct Booking Benefits
Yes, booking directly on Delray Sands Resort’s website always gives you confidence you’re getting the best value. Many online travel agencies (OTAs) may advertise what looks like a lower rate, but that’s often because they don’t show associated fees upfront. Once the OTAs factor those in (usually at the last step in the booking process), the cost typically matches (or is more than) what you’d pay by booking direct – except without the benefits that come with booking straight from the source.
There are several advantages you miss out on when you don’t book direct, including:
- Exclusive Offers – When you book through our website, you unlock exclusive offers you won’t see on third-party sites. These specials add extra value to your stay, from savings on longer getaways and seasonal promotions to curated experiences you won’t find anywhere else.
- Access to More Availability/Room Types – There are limits on the inventory sold through online travel agencies, so when you book directly, you’ll find the widest availability and most access to every room type – making it easier to choose the perfect fit for your stay.
- True Customer Service – From booking to checkout, you’ll work directly with the people who know the property best. Our concierge and front-desk staff can tailor recommendations, handle special requests, and anticipate your needs to ensure every detail of your getaway is seamless, stress-free, and exactly the experience you’re looking for. OTAs will never do that.
Absolutely. When you book direct, any changes or cancellations are handled quickly and personally by our hotel team or our dedicated Opal Collection reservations team – no middleman, no hassle. With OTA reservations, adjustments have to go through large centralized call centers that manage thousands of properties, which often means longer wait times and less flexibility.
When booking online, always pay attention to the search results – and be on the lookout for scammy imitation sponsored ads from OTAs. Make sure the link points to the hotel’s official domain (opalcollection.com/delray-sands) or booking engine (reservations.opalcollection.com/delray-sands), not a third-party site. And, when in doubt, start at the hotel’s homepage or call the property.
Miscellaneous
Congratulations! We’re honored to be a part of your celebration. Delray Sands offers a variety of indoor and outdoor event space options. Our sales team can’t wait to help you start planning your intimate, oceanfront wedding today!