The Ritz - Carlton Bal Harbour, MiamivsCatalina Hotel & Beach Club
Both properties are highly recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami scores slightly better than Catalina Hotel & Beach Club. The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami comes in at 79 with endorsements from 9 reviews such as Condé Nast Traveler, Not For Tourists and Fodor's.
The Ritz - Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami 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
Oyster
Luxury
"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 Traveler
86.2
"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
Catalina Hotel & Beach Club Show All Reviews
1732-1756 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
From $88/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"The Catalina is a rock 'n' roll mod fantasy: There's red shag carpeting everywhere, curvy white furniture, and thumping music in the lobbies and out by the pool."
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Designed for randy 20-somethings who can rage until 4 a.m., the Catalina can be a godsend." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Catalina takes the value-added approach to South Beach nightlife and succeeds without feeling cheap or cheesy." Full review
Time Out
"The flagship boutique of the South Beach Group, the Catalina is fun, trendy and affordable, if a bit rough around the edges." Full review
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Ask for a quiet room if you don't like a party.
Star Service
"The location here, across the beach from the Marseilles and kitty-corner from the Delano and SLS, is about as close to the heat as you can get without having your hand in the fire." Full review
Gayot
"It is actually, as its budget prices suggest, across Collins Avenue from this uptown Sobe strip's ultra-upscale oceanfront hotels."
BlackBook
"Here is where you stay if you want to do all the chic hotel bar-hopping at the Delano, Shore Club, et. al, but would rather not pay to stay there."
Fodor's
"The Catalina is the budget party spot in the heart of South Beach's hottest block and attracts plenty of 20somethings with its free nightly drink hour." Full review
Not For Tourists
"Tendy hipster art deco hotel without the trendy hipster prices."
Afar Magazine
"As for the cost, it’s the perks that make the Catalina worth the price tag, which is reasonable compared to its oceanfront neighbors." Full review