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    Christine B.

    Honestly I do not understand the 3.6 stars. This hotel is historical. It's prime location. Staff is all accommodating and friendly. Rooms are clean. Quiet on the second floor. Ac hits. Shower water hits. Bed is comfy. Price is fair. What are people complaining about? This should be 4 stars minimal.

    Abeer H.

    Good was good. Nice little spot to eat and just hang out . The staff is polite and friendly.

    Shon O.

    Quick stop to grab a bite to eat. Food was very good. Price is reasonable and the view is really beautiful. 5 Stars+ Sergio was an amazing server.

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    Kseniya K.

    Staff are very friendly and accommodating. All our requests were accommodated. Elevators are super slow. Take the stairs. Light continental Breakfast is served daily from 7 to 11am at the bar, in the lobby downstairs. Scrambled eggs, toast, packaged muffins, stale croissants, bananas, apples, coffee, tea, orange juice, and oatmeal. Very light, just a tiny snack to get by, so don't expect to be full. The hotel is pretty old. The walls are super thin. You will hear EVERYthing that is happening in neighboring rooms. We were in room 214. Our upstairs neighbors in room 314 woke up yelling at 6am and were super loud all morning so we got no sleep. We asked to switch rooms. We got room 316, on the highest (3) floor. Our next door neighbors in room 318 returned home drunk at 3am and were yelling and making a scene, so someone had to call the staff. Bring quality earplugs. In addition to your bill, you will be charged $25 per day per person as a "resort fee". What total bs, but a lot of hotels right on the beach charge this nonsense fee. What this enables you to do is to borrow a beach towel and chair to take to the beach.

    Wife and I at the entrance to the Hotel Avalon, and the restaurant, A Fish Called Avalon, delicious by the way!
    Ed B.

    Decided to stay at the Avalon Hotel in South Beach Miami before a cruise to celebrate my wife's birthday. Let me tell you we're SO glad we did! This historic hotel is located on South Beach Miami's famous Ocean Ave. Even before we entered the hotel we were treated like royalty. Every member of the Avalons staff were amazing. Even though we only stayed for a short time the experience was one were telling even about!!! Thanks again to everyone at the Avalon Hotel for your exceptional service!!! WE'LL BE BACK!

    Baked French toast

    Avalon Hotel has this romantic dinning area with indoor and outdoors dining, although I've only been here for breakfast. I've been setting so many pastries and sweets in Miami so I opted for vegetable omelet that was delicious!!! It was cooked to perfection with most of the vegetables diced which makes it easier to eat, especially if you don't like vegetables. But since this was seasoned and cooked just right it was delicious accompanied by small roasted potatoes also nice and moist not dry. Well I had to come back and try the baked French toast that was superb!!!! It had two different toppings which I'm not really sure what they are but buttery delicious with hints of honey. This is a must try spot for breakfast. Oops I forgot to mention that the service is amazing with helpful happy employees!!!!!

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    Nadya R.

    I had the pleasure of staying at The Avalon Hotel during Art Basel (Dec 1-Dec 7) and the property, customer service, location, and amenities exceeded my expectations. For those at the Avalon reading this review, my room was under my legal name, Amy Ballard. ;) Staff: The front desk staff is extremely friendly, accommodating, and on top of their game-- I never felt like I would be led astray with them. Likewise, every morning when I enjoyed the comprehensive continental breakfast in a relaxing, clean, and chic environment (with an outdoor patio overlooking the ocean to boot), I was greeted by friendly staff who were excited to see me each morning. When we checked out and could not get a late check out, the front desk generously held onto our bags so we could enjoy Miami for another four hours before heading to the airport. Room: I had an ocean front room overlooking the famous Ocean Drive, the yellow retro car the Avalon is known for, and many beautiful palm trees. It can get a bit loud, but it's Ocean Drive-- one of the most popular streets for parties and entertainment in the country, not too mention, I was there for Art Basel. The room came equipped with beach chairs and a roomy closet along with modern toiletries. At first I could not locate my hair dryer, lol, but the front desk was super helpful and directed me where to find it (at the top of the closet). Room service was top notch and hooked us up with extra toiletries. Amenities: Wow-- A Fish Called Avalon (will write a separate review about the restaurant too) is one of the most delicious restaurants I have ever had a pleasure of dining in. On our last night, we ate at the Fish Called Avalon, which is attached to the hotel. The food was unique, and tasted amazing. The staff too, was friendly, doting, and unpretentious. The service in Miami is so much better than I have ever had in Los Angeles, where I lived for almost 14 years before moving to Las Vegas. Miami even gives Vegas a run for its money. There is an amazing continental breakfast with eggs, sausage, fruit, granola, yogurt, juice, and strong coffee that's complimentary with your stay as well. I looked forward to it every morning. Location: Fabulous location-- literally a five minute walk across the street to the beach and surrounded by restaurants and entertainment. There is also a CVS open 24 hours for little things one may need when traveling. It does take some time when wanting to Lyft or Uber to Brickell, Wynwood, or other areas but it was super close to the convention center where Basel was. Obviously South Beach in and of itself has tons to do. Cost: Very reasonable cost! However it is best to book upfront an in advance for the best rate. I can't wait to return, thank you Avalon!

    Nicole W.

    Great location right across from the beach!! The rooms were on the smaller side for 4 people but it worked. Not many frills - but we were thankful for it beach chairs. The hotel also provides beach towels for use. There's also a continental breakfast included - we did have to pay extra for an omelet station one day but it was good. I'm thankful for the daily room cleaning because coming from the beach with sand everywhere was wrecking my nerves, lol. You do have to park in a parking garage down the block which was kind of expensive but expected I guess. Overall, great location if what you're looking for is on the beach and affordable and would consider staying here again with our kiddos. Staff was also friendly.

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    Serap A.

    This was my first time in Miami Beach. My friend booked this hotel. Upon arrival we were told the elevators were not working and we were on the top floor. Then as we enter the room a horrible stench in the bathroom bothered us, in which we then had to buy a air freshener of some sort to get rid of the smell. Also, after looking around i came across a big dead cockroach just there on the floor. The stool chair had stains. Very small space to walk around in room. Bathtub and sink wasnt draining properly and the shower head wouldnt give full water because half of it was still coming from the bottom. Overall hotel was just average for me. Breakfast was given in to-go packages and were the same menu every day. Aside from being walking distance to the beach, I had no other interest. Not worth the money I had to give..

    Mariah M.

    The only reason I can't give them 5 stars is because there is construction taking place on the backside of the hotel where we are located, and every morning around 8/8:30am drilling begins and you can hear and feel the vibrations in the room. This lasted most of the day so we were woken up early and couldn't get any naps in during the day. Very annoying :( Other than that, we've enjoyed the stay. Clean room, nice front desk staff, great location.

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    Thank you, Christine!!!

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    The best fish ever everything is so fresh and you have a view to the beach thank you Alejandro for amazing customer service

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    What a find!! The morning staff from Sergio and all were so professional-thoughtful. We cannot recommend this place enough.

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    We had an ocean view room, which had the best view of the beach and the activity on Ocean Drive.

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    Fontainebleau Miami isn't just a hotel -- it's a full‑scale Miami moment. The kind of place where…read moreyou walk into the lobby and instantly feel like you've stepped into a glossy magazine spread. High ceilings, marble everywhere, and a buzz that tells you you're in the right place. What impressed me most? There's genuinely plenty to do for all ages, which is not something you can say about every Miami resort. Whether you're traveling with kids, teens, adults, or a multigenerational crew, everyone finds their lane here. The pool scene is the heartbeat of the property. Multiple pools, each with its own personality -- family-friendly areas with space to splash, quieter corners for lounging, and the high-energy spots where the music and cocktails flow. Service was dialed in across the board: fast, friendly, and always one step ahead. Rooms were spotless and stylish, with balconies that make you want to order room service just to soak in the view a little longer. Housekeeping kept everything crisp, and every request was met with that effortless "of course" attitude. Dining is another standout. From quick bites to full-on fine dining, everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Even the grab-and-go spots felt elevated. And if nightlife is your thing, you don't need to leave the property -- the energy here after dark is pure Miami. But if you're traveling with kids or just want a low-key night, the resort still feels comfortable and accessible. Fontainebleau nails that rare balance of iconic luxury and all-ages fun. It's bold, glamorous, and buzzing in all the right ways, yet still manages to be welcoming and easy to enjoy no matter who you're traveling with. A true Miami classic that continues to deliver. Enjoy

    Haven't been to the Fontainebleau in quite some time and I'm honestly shocked at how far downhill…read moreit has gone. We didn't even stay at the hotel, we simply had a Mother's Day brunch reservation at Hakkasan and dessert at Chez Bon Bon. What should have been a nice family outing turned into an absolute nightmare. When we went to valet to retrieve our car, the lobby was filled with angry guests sitting around waiting HOURS for their vehicles. People were openly saying they had been waiting 1-3 HOURS and some had even missed flights because valet couldn't deliver their cars. Seeing at least 50 frustrated people stranded there was complete chaos. At that point I started panicking. I had my 3 children with me, my elderly parents, and all of my baby's formula and diapers locked inside the car with no idea when we would ever get it back. Completely unacceptable for a luxury hotel that charges premium prices. It was also $58 to valet! Thank God I drive a Tesla because I opened the live camera and location tracking and immediately saw my car had been sitting in the exact same spot where I dropped it off over 2.5 hours earlier. When we walked to the vehicle ourselves, we found the inside completely ransacked. Items from my center console were thrown everywhere and the driver and passenger seats were covered in sweat. Clearly multiple employees had been sitting inside our vehicle. When my husband confronted them, they claimed they had "misplaced the key card" and were searching for it. Then when asked why the inside of the car was trashed, they actually tried to say it was already like that. Absolutely insulting. This completely destroyed any trust I had in the Fontainebleau. I don't care if valet is a "separate department" it is still YOUR property, YOUR staff, and YOUR responsibility. Guests should not have to fear waiting 1-3 hours for their cars, missing flights, or having employees rummage through their personal belongings because the hotel can't manage basic operations. I understand it was Mother's Day and maybe they were understaffed, but the complete lack of communication, organization, accountability, or even basic customer service was disgraceful. Not once did anyone proactively update guests, apologize properly, offer compensation, or even waive valet charges. For a place that markets itself as luxury, this experience was beyond embarrassing.

    Avalon Hotel Miami - hotels - Updated May 2026

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