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Mandarin Oriental, MiamivsFreehand Miami
Mandarin Oriental, Miami and Freehand Miami are both recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Mandarin Oriental, Miami ranks significantly better than Freehand Miami. Mandarin Oriental, Miami comes in at #2 in Miami with positive reviews from 19 publications including Frommer's, BlackBook and Condé Nast Traveler.
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
Freehand Miami BlackBook Gayot Oyster
Afar Magazine
Lonely Planet
Jetsetter
The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith
Condé Nast Traveler
Time Out Show All Reviews
2727 Indian Creek Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33140
From $24/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Restaurant
BlackBook "It's all about cheap charm. The reimagined Indian Creek Hotel becomes a traditional art deco hostel."
Gayot "Just two blocks from the beach, the Freehand Miami has repurposed the 1930s Indian Creek Hotel with outstanding results."
Oyster3.0
"A hostel for sophisticated young travelers who care about style, atmosphere, and a good party." Full review
Afar Magazine "Room decor includes vividly colorful modern art and Mexican blankets, and free Wi-Fi is available. There are also private rooms that come with work desks and flat-screen TVs." Full review
Lonely Planet "Get your room key – attached to a plastic alligator – and walk through the old Miami lobby, spruced up with souvenir-stand schlock, to your comfortable, earthy-warm digs." Full review
Jetsetter "A hip Miami Beach hostel with designer interiors and plenty of buzz from prestigious travel publications." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"At once one of Miami’s trendiest and most affordable hotels. There is a lush, inviting courtyard and pool." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Freehand Miami is a hip hostel-esque stay for sociable millennials." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The Freehand isn't your only choice of an inexpensive stay in South Beach, but it's absolutely the best one." Full review
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There’s also a guest kitchen, which is open from 7 a.m. until 10 p.m. Just make sure you remembered to bring your own food and don’t try to steal someone else’s.
Time Out "Small, intimate and quirky, the Freehand has more character than many of its South Beach competitors." Full review
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It is technically a hostel, so you can choose from shared rooms for four or eight or private rooms for two.
