The Ritz - Carlton Bal Harbour, MiamivsInterContinental Miami, an IHG Hotel
Both hotels are highly recommended by professionals. Overall, The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami ranks marginally better than InterContinental Miami. The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami has a TripExpert Score of 85 with approval from 12 sources such as Time Out, Gayot and Frommer's.
The Ritz - Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami
Frommer's
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
Forbes Travel Guide
Gayot
Condé Nast Traveler
Zagat
Jetsetter
Not For Tourists
Fodor's Show All Reviews
10295 Collins Avenue, Bal Harbour, FL 33154
From $836/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "This resort may have no big-name affiliation, but it’s still big-time luxe." Full review
OysterLuxury
"Sure, it boasts a 10,000-square-foot spa, $4 million worth of modern art, and some of Miami's grandest rooms." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Formerly Regent Bal Harbour." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"The chic resort has become popular for its spectacular views of the Atlantic — it’s nestled along the pristine sands of Miami Beach — and posh amenities, such as the lavish spa." Full review
Gayot "Set on the northeastern tip of the prestigious Bal Harbour Village, ONE Bal Harbour Resort & Spa enjoys stunning views over northern Miami's Baker's Haulover Inlet and the Atlantic Ocean."
Condé Nast Traveler86.2
"One Bal Harbour feels a universe away from the over-the-top nightclub-in-the-lobby atmosphere of its competitors in Miami Beach—and that’s exactly how the well-heeled patrons want it." Full review
Zagat "The homey, seafood-centric American fare is prepared with local, seasonal ingredients and Puerto Rican flair, including dishes like Florida corn chowder with chorizo." Full review
Jetsetter "Located in Bal Harbour (North Beach), The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami is convenient to Haulover Park Marina and Bal Harbour Shops." Full review
Not For Tourists "High rise hotel located halfway between high class shopping and nude beach."
Fodor's "ONE Bal Harbour exudes contemporary beachfront luxury design with decadent mahogany-floor guest rooms featuring large terraces with panoramic views of the water and city." Full review
InterContinental Miami, an IHG Hotel Frommer's Oyster
Star Service Gayot
BlackBook Zagat Not For Tourists Jetsetter
The Telegraph
Time Out Show All Reviews
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."
Jetsetter "Downtown waterfront escape with three restaurants, striking artworks and a rooftop pool overlooking Biscayne Bay." Full review
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
