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Mandarin Oriental, MiamivsDelano South Beach Hotel
Mandarin Oriental, Miami and Delano South Beach Hotel are both highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Mandarin Oriental, Miami ranks significantly better than Delano South Beach Hotel. Mandarin Oriental, Miami scores 94 with accolades from 19 reviews such as Jetsetter, Forbes Travel Guide and Travel + Leisure.
Mandarin Oriental, Miami
Concierge
Fodor's
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Star Service
Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat
Forbes Travel Guide Show All Reviews
500 Brickell Key Drive, Miami, FL 33131
From $327/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
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 "The Mandarin Oriental feels as exclusive as it does glamorous, with luxurious rooms, exalted restaurants, and the city's top spa." Full review
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 "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 "The pick of the luxury chains downtown for its jawdropping views across Biscayne Bay."
Star Service "In a prime location, abutting a private man-made beach, this international star remains...downtown Miami's top contender for demanding leisure and business travelers. " Full review
Gayot "On an exclusive 44-acre island, this property attracts international business travelers and guests who demand impeccable accommodations and attention to detail."
BlackBook "On ritzy Brickell Key. All rooms have balconies overlooking the bay or skyline. Regular celeb sightings in the lobby."
Zagat4.2
"Guests "get exactly what they pay for" -- a "completely tranquil and relaxing" vacation helmed by "top-notch", "attentive" staffers."
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"It wouldn't be Miami without a little glitz and glam, and the Mandarin Oriental on Brickell Key, just outside of downtown, delivers with extraordinary service to boot." Full review
Delano South Beach Hotel Concierge
Travel + Leisure DK Eyewitness
Michelin Guide Gayot BlackBook
Afar Magazine
Not For Tourists
The Telegraph
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1685 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
From $322/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge "Now that it's strictly Schrager-free, the legendarily beautiful but snooty staffers have retained their model-good looks but lost most of the attitude."
Travel + Leisure "Today, it's a throwback to a time when a vacation didn't involve self-improvement or saving the planet." Full review
DK Eyewitness "At the photogenic wading pool, with priceless views, you may be sitting next to a Hollywood producer, starlet, music mogul, or royalty."
Michelin Guide "South Beach's minimalist trend started with Philippe Starck's redo of New York hotelier lan Schrager's 1947 beachside oasis named for Franklin Delano Roosevelt."
Gayot "At the forefront of South Beach's Deco hotel revival, the Delano continues to be one of the premier South Beach destinations for celebrities and those who want to mingle with them."
BlackBook "The lovechild of Ian Schrager and Phillippe Starck is very pretty, a world of fabulousity onto itself."
Afar Magazine "Nearly hidden behind a tall row of hedges is Delano South Beach, a landmarked hotel built in 1947 and renovated by Ian Schrager and Philippe Starck in 1995." Full review
Not For Tourists "Philippe Starck cool on the beach. Swank."
The Telegraph9.0
"Still a hotspot today." Full review
Jetsetter "Philippe Starck stunner mixing Eames, Gaudí and Dalí with pretty people, bottle service and a serious pool party." Full review
