The Ritz - Carlton Bal Harbour, MiamivsFaena Miami Beach
Both hotels are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Faena Hotel Miami Beach ranks marginally better than The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami. Faena Hotel Miami Beach ranks #18 in Miami with accolades from 13 reviewers like Bon Appétit, Fodor's and Travel + Leisure.
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
Faena Miami Beach Show All Reviews
3201 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140
From $558/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Star Service
"This is one of the largest resort developments outside of Colorado or Orlando. The hotel itself is an industrious venture with a bold contemporary design aesthetic." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Faena is a surreal mash-up evocative of late-period Gianni Versace and the Moulin Rouge." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Animal-print furnishings, coral-coated lamps, and eye-popping “Tropicalia” works by Gonzalo Fuenmayor abound." Full review
Jetsetter
"Glamorous wonderland in Mid-Beach’s up-and-coming culture zone, with Moulin Rouge-inspired accents and a noteworthy art collection." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Faena tapped filmmaker Baz Luhrmann and his Academy Award-winning designer wife Catherine Martin as creative consultants on this luxury hotel overlooking the Atlantic Ocean." Full review
Departures
"This property, from hotelier Alan Faena and billionaire Len Blavatnik, is located in the completely redesigned Saxony Hotel." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
5 Stars
"169 spacious, lavish guest rooms (111 are suites with an additional 13 penthouse residences spanning the top two floors), many of which provide incredible, endless ocean and beach views." Full review
Hideaway Report
94.0
"Contemporary oceanfront hotel set along a stretch of Miami Beach in the new Faena district." Full review
Bon Appétit
"Another stratosphere of luxury and creativity." Full review
Fodor's
"Hotelier Alan Faena delivers on the high expectations of his Miami debut with the jaw-dropping, larger-than-life principal hotel within his in-progress, billion-dollar Faena Arts District in Miami Beach." Full review