Vince N.
Yelp
We were supposed to stay here for only two nights after our cruise before heading to Orlando for Epcot & Universal but decided to stay in Miami for another three nights for several reasons. 1) I was not looking forward to the four hour drive. 2) I didn't want to deal with summer crowds and kids with their whiney parents. 3) Entry tickets were selling for $125 not including Fast/Express passes which would've tacked on another $140. For the two of us for two days meant $1,000+. No!
LOCATION:
Quiet area, zero nightlife, close to Miami Beach. Triton Liquor & Market is diagonally across the street and convenient for in-room snack & beverages. Want a cheap, quick bite to eat? Subway and Starbucks are your only options. Want a plethora of restaurants and bars to choose from? They're all located a mile or more south or over the bridge, unfortunately, and Uber is quite pricey in Miami.
ATMOSPHERE:
As we pulled into what looked like a parking garage, I was surprised to see that this was the front entrance. Zero ambiance! A bellman wheeled out an airport-style luggage cart which we pushed to the room ourselves.
LOBBY:
There was an obnoxious scent in the lobby, akin to an old man wearing too much cologne. Couldn't figure out where it came from or why it's even needed. A small breakfast room, lounge and bar (Gin & Collins) are attached with a Starbucks just outside.
CHECK IN:
Ashley was welcoming, friendly and informative.
ROOM:
Very modern in design with laminate floors, floor-to-ceiling windows with blackout curtains, and bedside outlets/USB ports. The a/c could not get below 75° during the day and 72° at night. The modernism theme resulted in a lack of clothing storage with absolutely no drawers, so living out of your suitcase was the only option. TV had a handful of channels.
BATHROOM:
If you've dreamt of showering or sitting on the throne with a view, look no further. Fret not as the floor-to-ceiling windows have shades. No tub is available but the shower featured a hand-held and overhead shower heads. Water pressure and drainage were good.
AMENITIES:
Mini fridge replenished daily with bottled water (though the seals were always broken which made me think twice about sanitary conditions), strong WiFi (4 device max), coffee, iron & board, hair dryer, safe.
ROOFTOP POOL:
The place looked like a hurricane hit it. Towels strewn everywhere, spilled drinks, food on the floor. Disgusting. Otherwise, a nice sized pool with lounges and tables.
PARKING:
$40/day for cars, $50/day for big SUV's.
OVERALL:
Five nights was way too much to spend in Miami as there really wasn't much to do in the area. The hotel was clean and comfortable but man, Miami Beach is so tedious.