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The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach vs Freehand Miami
Both hotels are rated highly by expert writers. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach ranks significantly higher than Freehand Miami. The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach scores 87 with accolades from 15 publications like Time Out, Oyster and Afar Magazine.
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
Concierge
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
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1 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, FL 33139
From $339 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"A showstopper resort that's a bold step away from the Federal-style-and-Oriental-rug look of its sister properties."
Oyster
Upscale
"A huge (though relaxed) beachfront resort with reliable service, a great pool, a top-notch spa, and a modern fitness center, the Ritz offers more for the money."
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DK Eyewitness
"Just steps away from a surfeit of dining, shopping, and entertainment choices, this Ritz-Carlton is located directly on the beach."
Star Service
"Located on a prized stretch of sand next to the stylized Sagamore, the Ritz-Carlton, South Beach remains the most interesting of Ritz-Carlton's contrasting Miami triumvirate."
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Gayot
"In a neighborhood teeming with monuments to 1950s architecture, this new take on an old favorite surpasses its competitors when it comes to savvy style."
Freehand Miami
BlackBook
Gayot
Oyster
Afar Magazine
Lonely Planet
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2727 Indian Creek Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33140
From $24 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Restaurant
BlackBook
"It's all about cheap charm. The reimagined Indian Creek Hotel becomes a traditional art deco hostel."
Gayot
"Just two blocks from the beach, the Freehand Miami has repurposed the 1930s Indian Creek Hotel with outstanding results."
Oyster
3.0
"A hostel for sophisticated young travelers who care about style, atmosphere, and a good party."
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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."
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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."
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