Sabrina I.
Yelp
My cousin and I chose this Hilton Hotel because it was close to our other cousin's hotel and conveniently located near the areas we wanted to visit in Miami. The location was great--close to local stores, the beach, a gas station, and only a short drive to downtown.
We booked the 10th floor (the penthouse) with an ocean view. Upon arrival, we had to wait about 30-45 minutes to check in. While they did offer a room two floors below that was ready, we decided to wait for the room we wanted. The room was clean, and the view was absolutely beautiful. The bed was very comfortable, and the sheets and pillows felt so nice, making it easy to get a good night's sleep.
The elevator was a bit sketchy with the noises it made, but we noticed that seemed to be common in Miami, as other places had similar issues. The hotel smelled fresh when entering, and the front desk staff was very friendly. On the night before we left, they even helped us find some great places for music and dancing.
I especially loved the private beach access--it was very clean and a peaceful escape. The pool and pool bar were beautiful additions with great music and pretty good food. Service at the bar was a little slow, but overall, it was a good experience.
One downside was the ice situation--our floor's ice machine wasn't working, the cover was off, and the room was extremely hot, which seemed like a hazard. Thankfully, my cousin downloaded the app, which made things easier. We could check in, open our door, and even request ice or other items directly.
The driveway into the hotel is steep, and the lobby A/C was blasting, which felt a little too cold for November, but we didn't mind too much. Lastly, valet parking was $50 a day, which felt steep, but it's probably the norm for Miami.
Overall, we had a good stay and would consider coming back!