The St. Regis Bal Harbour ResortvsKimpton EPIC Hotel
Both properties are praised by professional travelers. On balance, The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort scores slightly better than Kimpton EPIC Hotel. The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort has a TripExpert Score of 83 with recommendations from 7 sources like Travel + Leisure, Fodor's and BlackBook.
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort Show All Reviews
9703 Collins Avenue, Bal Harbour, FL 33154
From $699/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Oyster
Luxury
"The 243-room St. Regis Bal Harbour is one of the most luxurious beachfront hotels in Miami." Full review
BlackBook
"St. Regis brings oceanfront luxury to Art Basel devotees tired of the loud and glitzy South Beach scene."
Zagat
4.5
"Fans rave this "first-class" luxury hotel is "everything you would expect or want", with "amazing" staffers who "take care of you better than your parents" and "beautiful", "modern" rooms."
Forbes Travel Guide
5 Stars
"The recently opened The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort offers some of the most luxurious accommodations in northern Miami, furnished in a contemporary residential style." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"At the northern tip of Miami Beach, the tony enclave of Bal Harbour has long been known for its wide, white-sand beaches, lavish residences, and high-end shopping." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A sprawling five-star luxury resort in posh Bal Harbour, the 227-room St Regis Bal Harbour offers unparalleled service and amenities." Full review
Departures
"Standard rooms are like mini apartments at 650 square feet, and every room has at least a 210-square-foot terrace with an ocean view. In other words, there isn’t a bad room." Full review
Hideaway Report
93.0
"Glittering resort in three oceanfront towers, just across the street from famed Bal Harbour Shops." Full review
Gayot
"Oceanfront elegance that captures the spirit of Bal Harbour."
Fodor's
"In every facet of design and operation, the St. Regis is magnificent." Full review
Kimpton EPIC Hotel Show All Reviews
270 Biscayne Blvd Way, Miami, FL 33131
From $202/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"It feels as if you are a resident as well in a posh, plush high rise with stunning views of the Miami skyline and Biscayne Bay." Full review
Jetsetter
"Located in downtown Miami, an area mostly known for glittery high-rise condos, the Epic, a Kimpton hotel, is unique in the neighborhood." Full review
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Be sure to spend time at the 16th floor’s 13,752-square-foot pool deck, where guests lounge under umbrellas next to two large swimming pools.
Star Service
"For travelers unfamiliar with this predominantly West Coast operation, it is a more lighthearted version of Starwood's W chain, offering quality-driven contemporary style." Full review
Gayot
"EPIC combines the timeless style of a cosmopolitan boutique hotel with the amenities of a resort to create a sophisticated recreation oasis for guests."
BlackBook
"Situated smack dab in the midst of Miami's "financial" district, this luxe boutique hotel features 411 guestrooms, an enchanting pool deck, cabanas, private marina and one epic view of SoBe."
Zagat
3.8
"At this "modern" "home away from home" in Downtown, guests soothe their psyches with in-room yoga mats before sinking into "comfortable" beds with Frette linens."
Travel + Leisure
"Where the Miami River meets Biscayne Bay, EPIC Hotel sits on a waterfront property in the heart of downtown." Full review
Fodor's
"In the heart of Downtown, Kimpton's pet-friendly, artful EPIC Hotel offers rooms with spacious balconies (many of them overlook Biscayne Bay) and fabulous modern amenities." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The decor and atmosphere is aesthetically pleasing. The rooms are very clean and inviting as well. It is in a great location - right on the bay, and within minutes from the cruise ports." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"The EPIC hotel is a luxurious destination featuring London transplant Zuma for fine Japanese dining. Guest rooms are modern and spacious with glass balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows." Full review