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NOT my shower cap... they don't even give us shower caps??

The beautiful blue eyed lady at the front desk, Suz was great despite the many issues out of her control. Great location, 3 blocks from the beach. As for my stay; - I stayed in building 3, and my room was not great... - I had coworkers stay in building 1 w/no complaints. - I got late checkout (13:00) for free if I wrote a google review ($25 normally) - There was a lovely used shower cap in my bathroom upon arrival. It was not mine :)) - They nicely changed the trash bags in the hallway at 10:45pm. - The Shower head had issues, was unclean and no pressure. See video - I had a room next to the elevator and could not only hear the people waiting, but also the mechanics of the elevator! So fun! - The room could use a touch up of paint, and a deep clean. -never had the bathroom trash changed, doubt they went behind the door. -I think it would be great if the hotel invested in some bleach for the towels. I would consider stay here again if I was in building 1. PS: my fave game was counting all the hairs that were not mine!

Poop stained comforter?
Chantel H.

For a $300 night, mold/hair in the shower, hairs on the towels, brown crusted stains on the comforter. When we arrived to our room the a/c unit was blasting cold air, the room felt so humid (even though it was 60 degrees outside and wasn't humid outside) that you could hardly breathe, the sheets felt wet, and there was a puddle of water on the floor. We notified the front desk after trying to tolerate it for 1-2 hours and they didn't have a room for us to switch. They said they would send a maintenance man to check on us and we requested a linens change. They send a "maintenance" guy up who knocked on the door and just stood there on the phone ignoring us for so long when we opened it that we just let it close again. He came in and seemed so disinterested in our discomfort asking us if we messed with the a/c unit, seemingly implying that the humidity was our fault? And we informed him that we had adjusted it 20 mins prior. He plugged some settings in and left. The linen change & a/c adjustment did help but we were not offered any other compensation for the horrendous circumstances we walked into.

Glass needed to be placed opposite side
Justine M.

This hotel is a hidden gem. With two pools, a small alleyway restaurant/ bar with a FREE happy hour and staff who go above and beyond! We found it on TripAdvisor for a short 3 day Monday- Wednesday before our cruise trip. The front desk staff was informative and helpful. Our room was 101. Tiny but perfect for two people. The set back for the shower is that the water goes right out! The glass needed to be on the opposite side for sure. We let them know and used towels on the floor. It was tight to shower so close to the corner of the wall. One pool is located roof top with a fun sitting area. Real plants and floats. The other pool is across the street and is so adorable. It has plenty of fun seatings, a bar, fresh iced water and plants. The vibe of the hotel is very speakeasy. I loved the free happy hour 5-6pm. Two drinks to choose from. Everything was perfect!

Sami C.

My wife and I looked at a lineup of 3 to 4 hotels in the Miami Beach area. We chose Riviera suites in South Beach because it was affordable. When we arrived, it turned out to be a very cute and well-maintained boutique hotel. Rosa Erazo was very accommodating and made sure everything turned out right. Thank you to everyone on staff!

Joy J.

I enjoyed my stay here. The double bed rooms are quaint but enough room to be comfortable. We didn't spend too much time in the room anyway. The bathrooms are tiny though, almost have to step into the shower to close the door to use the toilet lol. They'll provide you with beach towels if you ask for them at the front desk. We spent a good amount of time at the rooftop pool, which was a nice option after being at the beach. Another big thing is they provide free water! I loved that! The only negative is they don't hold luggage, so if you have a late flight, keep that in mind. The location is great. It's a few steps to Collins St. and a 2 min walk to the beach. There's a CVS on the corner and a restaurant/bar that stays open until 5 am across the street.

Moldy and dirty AC vent
Victor M.

What's up with the air vents? Looks nasty filled with dirt/mold and room smelled moldy.

Terri G.

I want to be sarcastic, I want to keep this gem a secret, but I'm probably delusional for that. This place is beautiful. We were warmly greeted by Rosy in the main lobby and it was so easy checking in! Also, our suite is adorable . It's across the street from the main lobby (there's 3 buildings very close together, easy to navigate). Upon entering the building with the suites, you're lured in by the beautifully welcoming scent of Santal 33 in the air. Their lobbies are stunning, but the suite is even better! Kitchenette, private bedroom, 2 TVS, plenty of outlets! I don't want to move in!

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Everything! The rooms are old and very dated. Bed bugs in room, never answer the phone. Stay away!

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Unfriendly front desk staff, no microwave, weird smell throughout the establishment, not worth the price (small rooms)

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Perfect rooftop vibe. Great for teleworking. Their Cuban sandwich was tasty. nice view. Friendly staff.

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Setai Hotel Miami - The most effortless and lamest salad ever done.

Setai Hotel Miami

(341 reviews)

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This is for their indulgent brunch, but I'd be willing to bet a stay here is probably just as…read moreexceptional. My gf and I stopped through here on our way out before boarding our flights later in the afternoon. If you're toting your luggage and not a hotel guest, you will have to find another hotel to store your luggage while enjoying this most decadent brunch experience. Luckily we arrived early enough to our reservations to sort that out. Reservations are a must if you don't want to wait. The restaurant is gorgeous with various spaces designed differently but keeps to the exotic Asian theme. Dining in the atrium near the water feature in the middle with stage for the musicians is where we had our experience. Olga was our server. She brought us our special beverages not available at the bar: Bloody Mary's and endless bubbly in our glasses The offerings here are more than I can name, but there is something to satisfy every craving. The favorite for me is the caviar bar. It comes with all the proper fixings on a blini with Crème fraîche. Do you need a vodka shot to go with? Yes, that's also available also at the caviar station. Fresh raw oysters, clams or shrimp cocktail is available in abundance with everything else here. The ceviche was great. I passed on all the various noodles but had to have some lamb curry and basmati rice- delicious! I had some Peking Duck and leg of lamb at the meat station. The filet mignon and lamb chops was ordered and brought to the table. The leg of lamb and filet were slightly dry but still good. The lamb chops with chimichurri sauce was amazing- nuances of vibrant flavors. Assorted fresh fruits were a colorful collection of enticements. I saw some papaya and enjoyed its fresh, sweet juiciness. I am not a dessert person but had to try the key like pie. Then of course, the matcha dessert is a sitting temptation next to the pie. So, my dessert spoils were more than intended. What the hell right? Lol That was the sweet ending to my Setai brunch. There was so much more such as bread, fried stuff, eggs, bagel station, toast etc. One can only eat so much. I stuck to enjoying my favorites. The experience is pricey but so worth it. It is truly the best brunch experience I've ever had. - better than Vegas and a cruise ship!! I always have to experience a Setai brunch whenever in Miami!

I love this hotel, the pool, the beach, the restaurants and the valmont spa. We had a great time…read more Please note that the spa reception is on the first floor across from the hotel check-in. You must walk through the lobby and across the outside area. The sauna and the one person steam shower is located here. You Check-in then you get changed into the robe and walk across the lobby check-in area to the elevators. You are walking through the area with all the guests and their luggage in your super large robe that doesn't close very well. I did not enjoy this. Some disappointing things which was not their fault is the parking garage construction noise even on Sundays. The noise took away from my spa experience. They did nothing for the noise control. Also, the SPA requests you must arrive 30 minutes before your treatment time. I got my parking validated BUT we stayed for brunch who also validated our parking but we went over the 4 hours so we got no discount for parking and we were charged the full $35 fee plus tip for the valet. The valet staff was quite nasty telling me we were there too long for the discount BUT each one of those alone qualified for a discounted valet. You can not do both in the 4 hour window.

Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel

Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel

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My friends and I spent a Sunday at the Kimpton Surfcomber and booked the Ivy cabana. The cabana…read moreitself was cute, comfortable, and gave just the right amount of shade and far enough from the neighboring cabanas so it felt semi private. Service was great. Our attendant was attentive but not hovering, kept the drinks coming, and food came out fast. Everything we ordered was solid -- perfect pool-day food and refreshing cocktails. There is a minimum spend requirement for the cabana, but it was super easy to hit between food and drinks. And considering you're paying for a dedicated space, service, and a prime poolside setup, it felt worth it. Overall, it was the perfect day to unwind and feel a little luxe. I'd definitely book the Ivy cabana again.

The Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel was a great place to stay. The service was excellent, and the staff…read morewas genuinely kind, welcoming, and always ready to help whenever needed. The food was very good as well. We enjoyed a complimentary breakfast as part of our hot tub booking, which was a nice bonus and a great way to start the day. One of the highlights of the hotel is the easy beach access from the back. You can simply walk out and reach the beach, and the area feels safe and lively. You'll often see people jogging, exercising, and enjoying the outdoors, which adds to the energetic South Beach vibe. The walk around the area is pleasant, and the overall atmosphere feels fun and relaxed. Overall, the Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel is a wonderful place with great service, good food, and a cool beachside vibe. I would definitely recommend it for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

The Local House - Seafood scramble

The Local House

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Came to The Local House for brunch recently and really enjoyed my time…read more The restaurant is very cute and nicely decorated. Seating inside and out. Great service with very friendly servers. I started with a cappuccino, which was nicely balanced and great foam. Then I ordered the Local Breakfast. It came with two scrambled eggs, multigrain toast, home fries, and I swapped the meat for avocado. The eggs were nicely cooked, potatoes had great flavor but were a bit cold and very fresh but I imagine freshly made are very solid. The toast was not bad. Avocado was fresh. Good portion and good prices. My friend and I shared a pancake that was pretty good but lacked a bit of flavor but was still enjoyable. I would definitely come back and try other items as they have an all day menu!

5 STARS - Incredible Service at The Local House…read more The Local House is already one of the best spots in Miami Beach -- beautiful atmosphere, great food, and a relaxed coastal vibe -- but what truly takes the experience to the next level is the exceptional service, especially from Ana. Ana is absolutely amazing. She's warm, attentive, and has that rare ability to make you feel genuinely cared for without ever being intrusive. She knows the menu inside and out, gives thoughtful recommendations, and brings such a positive energy that it transforms the whole dining experience. You can tell she really loves what she does. Every time Ana has been our server, we've left happier than when we arrived. If you're visiting The Local House, do yourself a favor and ask for her -- she makes the meal unforgettable. Highly recommend this place, and especially Ana.

Dream South Beach, by Hyatt - Rooftop pool

Dream South Beach, by Hyatt

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Five stars for the location and awesome amenities…read more This hotel was the perfect place to stay at for a quick Miami getaway located walking distance to the beach and all the main things you could possibly want. After a long day of travel, we received two Prosecco as soon as we checked in and arrived. Our room was upgraded and it was located right across on top of the Naked Taco where the rooftop pool is at. It's perfectly located for anything you want to do, all the good food spots, bars, places, etc. The next day we went straight to the beach and they provide complimentary beach chairs, towels and umbrellas upon request and you just walk yourself to the beach with them. There's nothing like Miami Beach! The water was perfect and it felt so good to just defrost on the sand and dive into the gorgeous turquoise water. After a few hours at the beach, we went back, enjoyed late check out and headed to crunch fitness - which was absolutely worth it! We were able to leave our bags at the front desk while we worked out, grabbed a late lunch, some drinks and then got to come back and enjoy the rooftop pool during happy hour for drinks and snacks until sunset. It was the perfect Miami daycation that we needed!

Dream South Beach by Hyatt delivered a genuinely top-notch experience from start to finish…read more From the moment we pulled up, our valet, Fernandino, took great care of us; friendly, fast, and attentive. And the five-star touch continued inside thanks to Melody, the Director of Front Desk, who made us feel like our stay actually mattered. We were celebrating a very special occasion--dinner plans were set, we simply needed a place to spend the night. What we got was an incredible room with a private terrace and a stunning view of South Beach. And as if it couldn't get any better, we were surprised with a complimentary bottle of champagne, which made for the perfect nightcap, and an even better start to the morning alongside our mimosa. If you're staying in South Beach, Dream is more than a name--it's an experience!

W South Beach

W South Beach

(510 reviews)

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Booked via Amex travel and a part of Marriott Bonvoy Gold, got a lot of perks. Will explain below…read more Located in south Miami, literally by the beach front. Have adult pool and regular pool. Very windy here, so it is still cold even though we are in 73 degree weather. Valet only Spacious lobby and seating area. When we checked in, we were greeted with a very warm sweet gal. Thanked us for being a Marriott Bonvoy gold members. Since we book via Amex travel hotel collection, our room automatically upgraded, daily breakfast for 2 $40 per person, $100 credit to use for anything in the property, early check in, guarantee 4pm check out and complimentary wi-fu. And we got complimentary cocktails. On top of that, we got complimentary sparking water and 2 jars of snacks for being Marriott Bonvoy gold member. Awesome. Note: your room has complimentary bottle waters everyday, if you need more, ask concierge downstairs or your room service. Room: Very specious bedroom and bathroom. Has nespresso coffee machine, tea. Fridge and other stuff. Very odd closets in the corner, basically you need to close one closet in order to open the other one. Has iron, iron board. Has balcony with view. The w beach bag for purchase only. Hotel: 2 restaurants: the chow, Chinese restaurant, and the grove for your breakfast, lunch and dinner. Theres spa, gym, courts Scan and download their w south beach app available at the concierge as you check in to see their daily activities. There's bicycles for hotel guests to use. You can ride or walk along every where via path way . The hotel is looks nice but some doors, locks and some fixtures are damaged and broken, it looks run down. Valet parking is an independent company, so you pay them separately from Hotel, its about $65/night

After a long drive from Tampa to South Beach we were ready to enjoy a nice stay with a beautiful…read moreview. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the staff and assisted us to our room after an easy check-in. The room was smaller than expected for the rate, but the view and amenities made up for the size. Conveniently located near the beach and other fantastic eateries, especially the Ocean Grill at the Setai (gorgeous and highly recommended) restaurant. Also a short walk near Park Ave which has other amazing eateries and including cafe and bistro's. The grounds are well maintained with upscale vibe and decor. The lobby bar is cozy with a sexy vibe. My wife experienced the spa which she said was fabulous. Pool has plenty of chairs with umbrellas and staff were courteous, friendly and attentive. It also has some benefits to be a Marriott Bonvoy member which gave us some minor perks with bonus points on spend, complimentary wi-fi, mobile check in along with some property credits which we used for the spa and happy hour at the bar.

Marriott Stanton South Beach

Marriott Stanton South Beach

(388 reviews)

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Very disappointed with my stay at the Marriott Stanton South Beach. I had written approval for a…read morelate checkout, yet an employee named Chas called and aggressively demanded I leave by 1 PM or be charged another night. His tone was rude and completely unprofessional, even after I explained I had authorization. This kind of behavior is unacceptable and far below Marriott's standards. It ruined what should have been an enjoyable stay.

Soooo...overall a pleasant stay in spite of my two stars. But here's the thing...if we paid $200 a…read morenight I would rate this a four star. However since we paid tripple that price I have to be way more critical. The staff makes it extra special. They were all friendly and had the "I can do it for you attitude." Kudos to the staff. Our "up-graded" room facing half ocean/city was tiny, a tad worn, had a very nice view, and non impressive toiletrees. The worst part of our room was the side of the hotel we were on. Our room was on the industrial exhaust fans side and it was extremely noisy. Had to keep our balcony door closed to drown out the noise. The location of the hotel, as others mentioned is ideal. Now here is the scary part...we got stuck on the elevator two times. It wasn't a long time but enough to scare me especially since I am very claustrophobic. I ended up taking the stairs to the 9th floor the rest of our stay. They did fix the elevator but this happened to quite a few guests and they didn't shut the elevator. Our complimentary breakfast (free with my Marriott status) was not the best. Breakfast is served in the attached Mexican restaurant which is not owned by Marriott. It is not a buffet. Small menu with the basics. Food was fair. We enjoyed the pool and the short walk to the beach. The pool restaurant has the best hotdogs! And we also enjoyed the quinoa salad.

Fontainebleau Miami Beach - Ocean Balcony room view.

Fontainebleau Miami Beach

(2.3k reviews)

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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

I would never stay at the Fontainebleau Miami again. We booked 6 junior suites for 12 people for a…read moreproposal weekend and stayed 4 nights, with one room being a full suite -- and the experience was honestly shocking for a hotel at this price point. The Fontainebleau Las Vegas is impeccable, so we expected the same level of luxury and service here. Unfortunately, this location feels run down and poorly managed. The beds literally cave in in the middle, rooms feel outdated, and basic amenities were a struggle. There's nowhere to get ice yourself -- you have to call for it -- except no one ever brought it despite us requesting it multiple times over all 4 days. For a "luxury" hotel, there were also no slippers, no robes, and no 24-hour room service, which was surprising considering the price point and reputation. The full suite, which was the most expensive room we booked, had multiple issues: the shower head was rusted with water barely coming out of several holes, and the refrigerator leaked huge puddles onto the floor. We even encountered very rude interactions with both a poolside employee and a pool restaurant employee. Monday morning, my boyfriend and I wanted to sit in a cabana for literally 10 minutes to eat a bagel and coffee we had purchased from their café because we simply needed shade. The entire pool area was practically empty, yet we were shooed away in a very disrespectful manner. Later, when we went to COTE for lunch, the food and drinks were amazing and our servers were fantastic -- but once again, the front desk staff had a condescending attitude. We were asking what seating was available and discussing options within our group since we wanted a normal sit-down table. After we asked a follow-up question to clarify what wasn't available, the hostess responded with, "Do you want me to show you the tables so you can figure it out?" Meanwhile, the tables, couches, and bar seating were directly in front of us. We were simply trying to understand the wait and seating situation, not asking to be spoken to disrespectfully. What made the experience even worse was management. While discussing concerns at checkout and showing photos/videos, the manager was sitting on her phone while we were speaking to her. I've genuinely never seen someone so unprofessional in a management position at a luxury hotel. On top of that, friends and family tried sending champagne to the suite for the proposal celebration. It became unbelievably difficult. Emails went unanswered, calls weren't returned after multiple attempts, and one person who paid for the champagne had to text us directly asking if we received it -- because the hotel never delivered it. Only after they called again the following day to complain did the champagne finally arrive. Overall, this hotel feels like it stays busy mainly because of conventions and the iconic name, not because of the actual guest experience. The only highlight? The late-night food truck was honestly 10/10.

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