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Mandarin Oriental, Miami vs Cadet Hotel

Mandarin Oriental, Miami and Cadet Hotel are both praised by professional travelers. On balance, Mandarin Oriental, Miami is the choice of most writers compared to Cadet Hotel. Mandarin Oriental, Miami ranks #2 in Miami with approval from 19 reviewers like Afar Magazine, Time Out and Gayot.

Mandarin Oriental, Miami
Mandarin Oriental, Miami
9 / 10
500 Brickell Key Drive, Miami, FL 33131
From $327 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Concierge Concierge
"Worlds (well, 20 minutes) away from the mania of South Beach, this serene, stylish property on a private island near the Brickell business district has stunning views."
Fodor's Fodor's
"The Mandarin Oriental feels as exclusive as it does glamorous, with luxurious rooms, exalted restaurants, and the city's top spa." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"Located on beautiful Brickell Key, this beachless island resort offers serenity by way of warm, creative design, a phenomenal spa, a first-rate gym and invigorating (though pricey) cuisine." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The quintessence of luxury, the Mandarin Oriental brings a sophisticated, Asian brand of pampering to Miami with the only five-star restaurant in town, lavish rooms, and an exquisite spa."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"The pick of the luxury chains downtown for its jawdropping views across Biscayne Bay."
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Cadet Hotel
Cadet Hotel
7 / 10
1701 James Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
From $119 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Fodor's Fodor's
"This gem has been reimagined as an oasis in South Beach, offering the antithesis of the sometimes maddening jet-set scene with 34 distinctive rooms exuding understated luxury." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"The Cadet is a different type of South Beach experience. There are no views of the beach, and the vibe is more B&B than SoBe Cool." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
Star
"Tranquil boutique hotel, with a fresh, clean look enhanced by bamboo floors and a patio-garden where you can enjoy a glass of wine."
Time Out Time Out
"On a sleepy backstreet, this low-rise 1930s hotel is an undiscovered gem." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Opened in December 1941, this B&B was named in memory of the WWII training cadets who lived there."
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