34 Hidden College Campuses That Feel More Like Vacation Resorts

3. Flagler College – A Gilded Age Escape

Once a luxury hotel for America’s wealthiest elite, Flagler College is steeped in grandeur. Located in the heart of historic St. Augustine, this campus is housed in a former Gilded Age resort, complete with ornate chandeliers, gilded ceilings, and Tiffany stained-glass windows. The Spanish Renaissance-style architecture, courtyard fountains, and palm-lined promenades transport students to a bygone era of elegance. Steps away from the Atlantic Ocean, students can take sunset beach walks or explore the charming, old-world streets of the nation’s oldest city.