A number of national chain hotels worth considering include the moderately priced Holiday Inn Highland Beach Oceanside, 2809 S. Ocean Blvd., on Florida A1A, southeast of Linton Boulevard (tel. 800/234-6835 or 561/278-6241). Although you won't find rows of cheap hotels as in Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood, a handful of mom-and-pop motels have survived along Florida A1A between the towering condominiums of Delray Beach. Look along the beach just south of Atlantic Boulevard. Especially noteworthy is the pleasant little two-story, shingle-roofed Bermuda Inn, 64 S. Ocean Blvd. (tel. 561/276-5288). The Delray Beach Marriott, 10 N. Ocean Blvd. (tel. 561/274-3200; www.marriottdelraybeach.com) is a popular but expensive stay, directly across from the beach with pool and spa. Rates range from $399 during season to a lot lower in the summer.
Even more economical options can be found in Deerfield Beach, Boca's neighbor, south of the county line. A number of beachfront efficiencies offer great deals, even in the winter months. Try the Panther Motel and Apartments, 715 S. A1A (tel. 954/427-0700), a clean and convenient motel with rates starting as low as $49 (in season, you may have to book for a week at a time; rates then start at $250).
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.
