Intercontinental Miami By IHGvsGale South Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
Both properties are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Gale South Beach ranks marginally higher than InterContinental Miami. Gale South Beach comes in at #30 in Miami with accolades from 11 reviewers such as Afar Magazine, Gayot and Zagat.
Intercontinental Miami By IHG
Frommer's
Oyster
Star Service
Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat
Not For Tourists
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100 Chopin Plaza, Miami, FL 33131
From $233/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's "This hotel presents a serious catch-22: It's got a front-row view of all of Miami Beach, Biscayne Bay, the Miami River, and the Atlantic Ocean, but it is also located in downtown Miami." Full review
Oyster Upper-middle-range
"This huge 641-room downtown tower has been regularly renovated -- the lobby was redone in 2008, and guestrooms were refreshed in 2012." Full review
Star Service "This is the queen of the second tier, a colorful and superbly located hotel that has been checking off all the important boxes since it opened in the early 1980s." Full review
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Avoid the older units if at all possible.
Gayot "This 34-story tall landmark hotel with 641 guest rooms and suites is located within walking distance of the international Bayside Marketplace and central to the city's business district."
BlackBook "Stylish enough and big with the business crowd or those who want to be smack in the middle of downtown Miami."
Zagat3.8
""Knowledgeable" staff members who are "willing to go the extra mile" cater to a a corporate crowd at this "gorgeous" Downtown high-rise in the business district."
Not For Tourists "Overhyped and underwhelming."
The Telegraph8.0
"Occupying coveted real estate at the foot of the Miami River and Biscayne Bay downtown, the InterContinental is one of Miami’s original luxury business hotels." Full review
Time Out "A beautiful luxury hotel overlooking the water, Intercontinental is one of downtown Miami's most enduring upscale properties." Full review
Afar Magazine "InterContinental Miami Unveils $30 Million RenovationThe 641-room InterContinental Miami wrapped a $30 million renovation last December, unveiling a spectacular 19-story LED digital..." Full review
Gale South Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton Oyster
Tablet Star Service Gayot BlackBook Zagat
Travel + Leisure Afar Magazine
Jetsetter The Telegraph Show All Reviews
1690 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
From $110/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
OysterUpscale
"This historic Art Deco hotel on Collins Avenue got a breath of new life when it reopened as a stylish 87-room boutique in late 2012." Full review
Tablet17.0
"Though the hotel, like the better-known Art Deco landmark hotels down the street, offers retro charm in spades, the Gale is a very contemporary boutique hotel." Full review
Star Service "This new entity comprises 25 larger rooms and suites that gain guests access to all of the privileges of the Gale and Regent." Full review
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Be sure to request a room away from the noise.
Gayot "South Beach holiday goers will find historically charming accommodations at the Gale South Beach & Regent Hotel, two sister properties linked by bridge."
BlackBook "An architectural homage to South Beach of yesteryear with all the modern bells and whistles the Maserati-driving set demands."
Zagat "Combining retro art deco style ('40s furnishings, dark wood and leather accents in common areas) with contemporary room amenities."
Travel + Leisure "Renovated in 2012, The Gale is an ode to Miami’s Art Deco movement." Full review
Afar Magazine "It appears small from the outside, but Gale South Beach manages to pack a lot into a modest space, including Italian restaurant Dolce, a cocktail lounge, and a nightclub." Full review
Jetsetter "Nautical style meets glam vibe at this just-renovated SoBe sleep with Italian eats and a sleek rooftop pool." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Expect Art Deco design and nostalgic black and white photographs depicting vintage South Beach." Full review
