Hotel Astor Powered by LuxUrbanvsGale South Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
Both hotels are endorsed by experts. On balance, Gale South Beach is the choice of most professionals compared to Hotel Astor. Gale South Beach comes in at #31 in Miami with recommendations from 10 publications such as BlackBook, The Telegraph and Afar Magazine.
Hotel Astor Powered by LuxUrban Show All Reviews
956 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
From $109/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"This venerable Deco hotel has gone through an identity crisis over the past few years, but we think it may be over." Full review
Insight Guides
"Understated stylishness is the hallmark of this trendy Art Deco hotel. Bedrooms - mostly suites - and their wall-to-wall marble bathrooms come in muted creams and beiges."
Travel + Leisure
"This Art Deco hotel in South Beach is just two blocks from the famed Ocean Drive and the beach." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Chic, comfortable Asto offers small, yet soothing, rooms with Frette linens, mood lighting, and snug mattresses."
Time Out
"The intimate lobby is softly illuminated and decorated in sandy hues, while the elegant bedrooms boast European king-size beds, imported cotton sheets and fleecy robes in the marble bathrooms." Full review
Star Service
"This hotel is one the neighborhood's showplaces for travelers in search of understated South Beach elegance." Full review
Gayot
"Built in 1936, this 40-room hotel was completely refurbished in 2002. It has retained many of its original Art Deco elements such as terrazzo floors and aluminum fixtures."
BlackBook
"Deco standout that's chic and cozy at the same time. The lighting is very flattering as are the rooms with Frette linens and towels that are hard not to throw in your knock-off Birkin bag."
Oyster
3.0
"Set in an historic Art Deco building with a great location, this mid-range boutique hotel has 42 rooms and tons of character." Full review
Jetsetter
"A vintage-inspired 1930s retreat near the heart of South Beach, with beach towels and loaner bikes." Full review
Gale South Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton Show All Reviews
1690 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
From $110/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Oyster
Upscale
"This historic Art Deco hotel on Collins Avenue got a breath of new life when it reopened as a stylish 87-room boutique in late 2012." Full review
Star Service
"This new entity comprises 25 larger rooms and suites that gain guests access to all of the privileges of the Gale and Regent." Full review
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Gayot
"South Beach holiday goers will find historically charming accommodations at the Gale South Beach & Regent Hotel, two sister properties linked by bridge."
BlackBook
"An architectural homage to South Beach of yesteryear with all the modern bells and whistles the Maserati-driving set demands."
Zagat
"Combining retro art deco style ('40s furnishings, dark wood and leather accents in common areas) with contemporary room amenities."
Travel + Leisure
"Renovated in 2012, The Gale is an ode to Miami’s Art Deco movement." Full review
Afar Magazine
"It appears small from the outside, but Gale South Beach manages to pack a lot into a modest space, including Italian restaurant Dolce, a cocktail lounge, and a nightclub." Full review
Jetsetter
"Nautical style meets glam vibe at this just-renovated SoBe sleep with Italian eats and a sleek rooftop pool." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Expect Art Deco design and nostalgic black and white photographs depicting vintage South Beach." Full review
Time Out
"Guest rooms recall the 1940s, with streamlined dark wood furniture, silver silk curtains and simple white and blue color schemes...dining and drinking options keep an old-school flavor." Full review