Dan C.
Yelp
Palihouse is a great brand with a French Chic 1950's beach vibe. It's a classic, intimate, boutique, hotel with a classy but relaxed clientele.
Location/Beach: 2 blocks to beach and close to restaurants. Just off Collins Ave along canal (which is under construction). Easy walk to beach, south on 31st street, but honestly walking over to 29th is much more pleasant.
Room & Snacks: Clean, comfy with a pleasant decor. My rooms at Palihouse have a fridge full of well selected drink options (oat milk latte, various waters, juice, beer, wine, mixed and spirits. Small coffeemaker and large basket of snack options.
Bathroom: Expectations matter. Please understand some rooms have a cute, full sink area outside the bathroom, read no mirror or sink in bathroom, more European . It's functional and easy to adopt to, just keep the beach, flexible vibe. I spoke to one guest who loved because they could use sink while another was in bathroom or shower.
Staff: Staff always make the hotel experience, and Daniel & Florian (front desk) and Francisco (cafe bar) were professional and friendly especially while managing all the guests needs and wants on New Years!
Pool: Tropical, lush, well-seated, pool with the sun peeking through. Dine by pool, relax in a lounge chair or sit with friends in some larger cushioned chairs.
Coffee, Bar & Food: The main lobby has a cafe bar which also take food orders. Sit at the bar or nearby options inside or ask to be served by the pool. The quality and variety of food options is impressive, from basic fruit plate, American bfast, salads and sandwiches to local favorites - - Torrijas, Shrimp ceviche & Pan con Bistec. Coffee is great.
For the price, you will be hard pressed to find a better value. If you are looking for modern, high end finish try Faena or The Edition across the street, which are also a more formal alternatives to the casual but delicious food at Palihouse. 1 Hotel is also a great brand but for these you will pay 2 to 3x as much.