InterContinental Miami, an IHG HotelvsSoho Beach House
Both hotels are endorsed by experts. Overall, InterContinental Miami scores slightly better than Soho Beach House. InterContinental Miami is ranked #37 in Miami with accolades from 10 reviewers including Jetsetter, Gayot and Zagat.
InterContinental Miami, an IHG Hotel Show All Reviews
100 Chopin Plaza, Miami, FL 33131
From $233/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's
"This hotel presents a serious catch-22: It's got a front-row view of all of Miami Beach, Biscayne Bay, the Miami River, and the Atlantic Ocean, but it is also located in downtown Miami." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"This huge 641-room downtown tower has been regularly renovated -- the lobby was redone in 2008, and guestrooms were refreshed in 2012." Full review
Star Service
"This is the queen of the second tier, a colorful and superbly located hotel that has been checking off all the important boxes since it opened in the early 1980s." Full review
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Avoid the older units if at all possible.
Gayot
"This 34-story tall landmark hotel with 641 guest rooms and suites is located within walking distance of the international Bayside Marketplace and central to the city's business district."
BlackBook
"Stylish enough and big with the business crowd or those who want to be smack in the middle of downtown Miami."
Zagat
3.8
""Knowledgeable" staff members who are "willing to go the extra mile" cater to a a corporate crowd at this "gorgeous" Downtown high-rise in the business district."
Not For Tourists
"Overhyped and underwhelming."
Jetsetter
"Downtown waterfront escape with three restaurants, striking artworks and a rooftop pool overlooking Biscayne Bay." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Occupying coveted real estate at the foot of the Miami River and Biscayne Bay downtown, the InterContinental is one of Miami’s original luxury business hotels." Full review
Time Out
"A beautiful luxury hotel overlooking the water, Intercontinental is one of downtown Miami's most enduring upscale properties." Full review
Soho Beach House Show All Reviews
4385 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140
From $375/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"The Miami version of the famous Arizona and Lenox, Massachusetts, spa and wellness hotel is located directly on the beach." Full review
Fodor's
"Even with its glamour-puss all-stars, this hotel still maintains a casual vibe, catering to its core members—those who work in the arts." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"The 50-room hotel is in what’s been dubbed “Mid-Beach,” and attracts Miami’s media and music heavy hitters, plus a considerable Brit contingent." Full review
Star Service
"At around 400 sq ft, the smallest units are large and inviting. The remainder of the accommodations measure in at around 500-800 sq ft, and all have sitting areas." Full review
Gayot
"Located on the site of the historic Sovereign Hotel, this property now enjoys status as a private members club with a hotel and Cowshed Spa outpost for anyone willing to pay the high-end rates."
BlackBook
"Membership has its privileges. Located on the site of the historic Sovereign hotel, swank tower exudes Miami nice while adding elements of urban cool the beach has always lacked."
Afar Magazine
"Tucked away on a bend in the road on the northern part of Collins Avenue, the Soho Beach House feels surprisingly removed from the Miami Beach bustle." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Not only do they curate an all-natural product line and enforce full moon yoga on the beach, they’ve also got therapists with 20-plus years of experience, so you know you’re in good hands.
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The Telegraph
8.0
"The famed London private members’ club’s Miami Beach outpost is found just north of South Beach in lush oceanfront digs." Full review
Departures
"49 rooms or five suites with Cuban-tiled floors and South American–inspired decor. Beachside 3 rooms in the Art Deco tower are a favorite." Full review