Originally built in 1875, this grand hotel has been restored to its Victorian grandeur, from crystal chandeliers to a sky-lit indoor pool. The rooms aren’t the largest in town, but mahogany furniture and 14-foot-high ceilings make up for what they lack in space. Be sure to enjoy afternoon tea at the Garden Court restaurant, a historic landmark, which has a beautiful domed stained-glass ceiling; or for an upscale Japanese dinner, make a reservation at Kyo-ya, where ambiance is more modern, but service is equally refined.

Palace Hotel Amenities:

• 552 rooms, 34 suites. Wireless Internet access. Restaurant, bar. Fitness center, pool. Spa. Business center.