b'A Boutique Hotel Inspiredby the Ben Trovato EstateBen Trovato is Italian and literally meanswell found. The saying, Se nonvero, molto ben trovato means If it isnt true, it isvery well found, happily invented. The quote isassociated with Giordano Bruno, a 16th-centuryItalian philosopher.Inspired by the hospitality and home of ByrdSpilman Dewey, a known host, author, and socialfacilitator,TheBenWestPalmisa208-roomboutique hotel. It is an Autograph Collection Hotelproperty. An oversized papier-mache dog, honor-ing Bruno, is perched on every floor of the hotel,just outside the elevators. The spot has become apopular photo op.The Ben West Palm Hotel is dog-friendly with anon-refundable pet fee per pet. Call the hotel forthe rate. The pet fee includes free takeaways, likea signature BEN doggie bowl, waste dispenser kitplus doggie treats. There is also a pet menu forin-room dining. Guests receive a letter writtenby Bruno.The hotels restaurant, Proper Grit, has a dog-friendly patio that is a favorite among the citysdog walkers.The Ben West Palm Hotel251 North Narcissus AvenueWest Palm Beach, Florida561.655.4001www.thebenwestpalm.comwww.TheNewBarker.com THE NEW BARKER 49'