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Mandarin Oriental, Miami vs Pelican Hotel

Mandarin Oriental, Miami and Pelican Hotel are both recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Mandarin Oriental, Miami ranks significantly higher than Pelican Hotel. Mandarin Oriental, Miami ranks #2 in Miami with accolades from 19 publications including Forbes Travel Guide, The Telegraph and Time Out.

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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Pelican Hotel
Pelican Hotel
8 / 10
826 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach, FL 33139
From $199 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
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Concierge Concierge
"The hotel attracts European families, fashion types, and even Prince Faisal of Saudi Arabia, who is said to be partial to Penthouse One."
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"Here you will find wackily decorated themed rooms such as "Me Tarzan, You Vain" and "Executive Zebra"."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Each awesome room of this Ocean Drive boutique hotel is completely different, fashioned from a mix of antique and garage-sale furnishings." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"When the owners of Diesel jeans purchased the Pelican in 1999, they started scouring garage sales for just the right ingredients to fuel a mad experiment." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Diesel jeans joined the hotel game with the Pelican boutique. The 32 unique rooms... are fun, but very worn." Full review
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