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Mandarin Oriental, Miami vs Freehand Miami

Mandarin Oriental, Miami and Freehand Miami are both recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Mandarin Oriental, Miami ranks significantly better than Freehand Miami. Mandarin Oriental, Miami comes in at #2 in Miami with positive reviews from 19 publications including Frommer's, BlackBook and Condé Nast Traveler.

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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Freehand Miami
Freehand Miami
8 / 10
2727 Indian Creek Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33140
From $24 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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BlackBook BlackBook
"It's all about cheap charm. The reimagined Indian Creek Hotel becomes a traditional art deco hostel."
Gayot Gayot
"Just two blocks from the beach, the Freehand Miami has repurposed the 1930s Indian Creek Hotel with outstanding results."
Oyster Oyster
3.0
"A hostel for sophisticated young travelers who care about style, atmosphere, and a good party." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Room decor includes vividly colorful modern art and Mexican blankets, and free Wi-Fi is available. There are also private rooms that come with work desks and flat-screen TVs." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Get your room key – attached to a plastic alligator – and walk through the old Miami lobby, spruced up with souvenir-stand schlock, to your comfortable, earthy-warm digs." Full review
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