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Hotel Victor South BeachvsThe Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami
Both properties are rated very highly by professional reviewers. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami ranks significantly higher than Hotel Victor. The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami ranks #9 in Miami with accolades from 11 sources like Zagat, Forbes Travel Guide and DK Eyewitness.
Hotel Victor South Beach
Frommer's
Concierge
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
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Time Out
Star Service
Gayot
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1144 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach, FL 33139
From $139/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "A victory for Ocean Drive, a street that hasn't seen such a swank stay since the Tides, Hotel Victor, managed by Hyatt, is a hyperluxe, 88-room boutique see-and-be-seen hotel." Full review
Concierge "If you want to stay on Ocean—and be just steps from the busiest slice of the beach—this is a good place to do it."
OysterUpscale
"With eccentric furniture, a jellyfish aquarium and a coed, clothing-optional hammam, the Victor packs sexy glamour into a small Ocean Drive boutique." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The L. Murray Dixon–built Hotel Victor has been restored in high sybaritic fashion by celebrated French designer Jacques Garcia." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The most fabulous thing to hit Ocean Drive since Versace, this Art Deco boutique hotel was designed by Jacques Garcia of Paris’s hip Hotel Costes fame."
Rough Guide "This lavish hotel designed by hotelier Jacques Garcia is in the style of a clubby, Ibiza-style spot, complete with in-residence DJs spinning weeknights until midnight."
Time Out "Adjacent to the Versace Mansion, the Victor is every bit as rich and opulent as the designer label itself." Full review
Star Service "Located in the heart of the action, across Ocean Drive from the beach, this unique hotel has a lot of truth in its name; since reopening in 2003, it has become a top pick in South Beach." Full review
Gayot "Adding to Miami's reputation as a hip hotel mecca, Hotel Victor blends South Beach Art Deco and Parisian styles."
BlackBook "When your neighbor is Versace's Casa Casuarina, you have to do something special to get attention."
The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami Frommer's
Fodor's DK Eyewitness Star Service
Forbes Travel Guide
Zagat Travel + Leisure
Not For Tourists
Jetsetter
The Telegraph 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
Zagat4.0
"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 Telegraph8.0
"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
