Pelican HotelvsKimpton Angler's Hotel
Both properties are praised by expert reviewers. On balance, Kimpton Angler's Hotel scores marginally higher than Pelican Hotel. Kimpton Angler's Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 85 with praise from 13 reviews such as Condé Nast Traveler, Fodor's and Concierge.
Pelican Hotel Show All Reviews
826 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach, FL 33139
From $199/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Concierge
"The hotel attracts European families, fashion types, and even Prince Faisal of Saudi Arabia, who is said to be partial to Penthouse One."
Insight Guides
"Here you will find wackily decorated themed rooms such as "Me Tarzan, You Vain" and "Executive Zebra"."
Fodor's
"Each awesome room of this Ocean Drive boutique hotel is completely different, fashioned from a mix of antique and garage-sale furnishings." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"When the owners of Diesel jeans purchased the Pelican in 1999, they started scouring garage sales for just the right ingredients to fuel a mad experiment." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Diesel jeans joined the hotel game with the Pelican boutique. The 32 unique rooms... are fun, but very worn." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Owned by Italian clothing company Diesel, the Pelican Hotel is an eclectic property in the midst of Ocean Drive’s bustling nightlife scene." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A self-described “toy hotel”, the Pelican is owned by the creative geniuses who own the Diesel brand."
Rough Guide
"Irreverent Italian jeanswear company Diesel owns this hotel, so the quirky, campy decor of the rooms should come as no surprise."
Time Out
"What do you get when you mix the Diesel fashion label with an art deco hotel? The most whimsical hotel in Miami." Full review
Star Service
"Situated between Eighth and Ninth streets, in the heart of South Beach's whirling nightlife, this hotel is a landmark for clubbers and cavorters." Full review
Kimpton Angler's Hotel Show All Reviews
660 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
From $136/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Set back and hidden wisely from the street, The Angler's is a welcome vision of Deco-modernity on what has become an eyesore of a stretch of seedy Washington Avenue." Full review
Concierge
"If this 47-room newcomer on the edge of SoFi (south of Fifth Street) is self-conscious about its conspicuous lack of glitz and flash, it doesn't show."
Travel + Leisure
"Formerly Angler's Boutique Resort." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
99.6
"If this 45-room resort on the edge of SoFi (south of Fifth Street) is self-conscious about its conspicuous lack of glitz and flash, it doesn’t show." Full review
BlackBook
"Comprised of four buildings—two 1930s-era Mediterranean Revivals, two new. Small but nicely-appointed rooms, all trading on "Hemingway slept here" cred. St. Tropez-style dining."
Star Service
"This is one of the best bets in and around Miami Beach, even if it is off-beach." Full review
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Jetsetter
"A low-key but stately sleep melding 1930s Med Revival architecture with mod interiors steps from the sand." Full review
Gayot
"Comprised of four, artfully renovated 1930-buildings, The Anglerâs Boutique Resort aims for gracious style and cozy ambience in the midst of South Beachâs frenzied scene."
The Telegraph
7.0
"The Angler's is a historic Mediterranean Revival building with large rooms and duplex accommodations, some offering private patios." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
"A charming small hotel tucked away in a quiet tree-filled corner of Miami Beach, The Angler’s Boutique Resort makes you forget that you’re in South Beach." Full review