Photos courtesy of The Historic Cavalier Hotel & Beach Club
Why it’s worth the trip:
If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to step into one of those picture-perfect Hallmark Christmas settings, a holiday stay at The Historic Cavalier Hotel is your chance to make that dream come true. Larger-than-life nutcrackers greet you at the grand entrance, while every corner of the property glows with perfectly placed holiday decor. On Thursday nights, head to the Raleigh Room for Ladies’ Bubbles Night, where $10 flutes of Veuve Clicquot are just the beginning of the festivities. Add in the world-class SeaHill Spa (we recommend the Himalayan Salt Stone Massage) and a storied history that’s woven into every detail, and you’ve got a winter escape that’s nothing short of magical, cinematic, and unforgettable.
Check In & Check This Out:
Decked out for the season, the grand staircase was practically made for your holiday photo moment!
Built during Prohibition, the stunning, marble-lined indoor pool was once a favorite hideaway for high-society guests. It’s still one of the most iconic spots in the hotel, and is just as jaw-dropping in person.
Come for the holiday decor, stay for the world-class SeaHill Spa (we recommend the Himalayan Salt Stone Massage).
If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to step into one of those picture-perfect Hallmark Christmas settings, a holiday stay at The Historic Cavalier Hotel is your chance to make that dream come true
The kind of place that feels like stepping into a Gatsby-era dream.
What they don’t say on the website: Thursday nights feel like a celebration. $10 Veuve in hand, a jazz set in the corner, and not a single email in sight.
A stay with a side of history you can feel. Ten U.S. presidents have stayed here! Ask about the framed signatures in the lobby.
F. Scott Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Elizabeth Taylor, and Muhammad Ali have also walked these halls. Today, unexplained footsteps, flickering lights, and cold spots—especially on the sixth floor—have made The Cavalier a favorite among paranormal investigators and history buffs alike.
What you’ll dream about later: The pool, hands down. It’s moody and iconic with sky-high arched windows and Roman-style columns—a steamy sanctuary that feels like you’ve stepped into another era.
