The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, MiamivsHotel St Augustine
Both properties are rated highly by professional reviewers. Overall, The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami ranks significantly better than Hotel St. Augustine. The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami scores 86 with positive reviews from 11 sources like Frommer's, Travel + Leisure and Forbes Travel Guide.
The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami Show All Reviews
455 Grand Bay Drive, Key Biscayne, FL 33149
From $553/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"The Ritz-Carlton takes Key Biscayne to the height of luxury with 44 acres of tropical gardens, a 20,000-square-foot destination spa, and a world-class tennis center." Full review
Fodor's
"In this ultra-laid-back Key Biscayne setting, it's natural to appreciate the Ritz brand of pampering with luxurious rooms, attentive service, and ample recreational activities for the whole family." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The ritziest of all three Miami Ritz Carltons, this one is a beachfront haven for those seeking privacy, indulgence, and relaxation."
Star Service
"With the exception of a few staff snafus, this resort continues to set exceptionally high standards, some of the highest in Florida, in fact. Its sits at the top of the ranks." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"This resort delivers the intimacy of a private island escape but with the convenient location of a city hotel." Full review
Zagat
4.0
"From “wake-up to sleepy time”, this “smashing”, “family-friendly resort” is “heaven on earth”."
Travel + Leisure
"Hands down, the Ritz-Carlton is Miami's best full-service resort, with tropical gardens, a tennis center, a 20,000-square-foot spa, kids' programs, and a pristine beach." Full review
Not For Tourists
"Where celebs stay to escape the stalkerazzi."
Jetsetter
"Miles of golden beaches, a sprawling spa, two pools and four restaurants on Miami's prettiest island." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"For a luxurious and relaxed resort experience away from the South Beach scene, The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne offers an expansive retreat perfect for a family holiday." Full review
Hotel St Augustine
347 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Multilingual
Frommer's
"Part spa, part hotel, and part haven for hipsters seeking refuge from the more mainstream boutique hotel-cum-hangouts." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Wood that’s blonder than Barbie and a crisp-and-clean deco theme combine to create one of SoFi’s most elegant yet stunningly modern sleeps." Full review
Oyster
Budget
"This clean, modern, extremely low-key, 24-room hotel is on a quiet residential street just south of the South Beach action." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"In a trendy area, Hotel St. Augustine is part hotel, part spa, and wholly a refuge from other boutique hotels which mask themselves as lounges."
Gayot
"Located near the Third Street Beach, this 1937 Art Deco hotel offers 24 elegantly furnished guest rooms."
BlackBook
"Located in SoFi (South of Fifth), this in-the-thick-of-it-all boutique hotel feels blessedly out of the way. Well, out of the traffic and snarl of rookies anyway."
Zagat
"Spa-like amenities fill each of the 24 guestrooms in this boutique hotel -- multijet showers that convert into steam cabins (with speakers), aromatherapy oils and skin treatments."
The Telegraph
6.0
"A tranquil hideaway located in SoFi (South Beach’s South of Fifth district), the Hotel St. Augustine offers 24 loft-style, spa-inspired guestrooms." Full review
National Geographic
"Art Deco landmark with 24 loft-style rooms two blocks off Ocean Drive in the South of Fifth district; bathrooms sport "spa bars" stocked with essential oils, candles, and incense." Full review