The Tony Hotel South BeachvsThe Standard Spa, Miami Beach
Both The Standard, Miami and The Hotel of South Beach are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, The Standard, Miami is the choice of most writers compared to The Hotel of South Beach. The Standard, Miami comes in at 87 with approval from 15 reviews such as Star Service, Frommer's and Travel + Leisure.
The Tony Hotel South Beach Show All Reviews
801 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
From $111/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Fitness Center
Frommer's
"There's no need to pay more for an oceanfront view here -- go up to the rooftop, where the hip and funky Spire Bar and pool are located, and you'll have an amazing view of the Atlantic." Full review
Fodor's
"Everything in this quirky, romantic boutique hotel, from the decor of the restaurant Wish, to the tie-dye bathrobes hanging in the small but cute bathrooms, is colorful and eclectic." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Centrally located in a historic Art Deco building, this is a darling little hotel by designer Todd Oldham and developer/hotelier Tony Goldman." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Located on Collins Avenue, this Art Deco hotel is enhanced by the colorful interior design of famed decorator Todd Oldham." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"With interior design by whimsical clothier Todd Oldham, this colorful place was formerly known as the Tiffany, until the famed jeweler intervened."
Rough Guide
Star
"Designer Todd Oldham oversaw every element in the renovation of this hotel, and his colourful yet thoughtful makeover makes it one of the best luxury options on the beach."
Time Out
"The mosaic-tiled bathrooms and tie-dye robes lend a whimsical feel to the small but avant-garde rooms." Full review
Michelin Guide
"A huge mirror-shaped tile mosaic and velveteen couches- block-patterned in rose, green, and gold-pick up flecks of color from the lobby's original terrazzo floor."
Star Service
"The majority of this hotel's common areas and accommodations sit one block off Ocean Drive with water views from its exceptionally popular rooftop pool and annex rooms located on Ocean Drive." Full review
BlackBook
"Totally South Beach in the best possible way—an institution of hip. The lobby and patio areas are a salute to color, exuberance and plain fabulousness. Sleep it all off in one of the tasty rooms. "
The Standard Spa, Miami Beach Show All Reviews
40 Island Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
From $225/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"The hammam and sauna provide sybaritic pleasure, even if swimsuits dampen the vibe somewhat: Ask the attendant to run a bath for you in one of the steel soaking tubs in the main room."
Fodor's
"An extension of André Balazs's trendy and hip yet budget-conscious hotel chain, the shabby-chic Standard is a mile from South Beach on an island just over the Venetian Causeway." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The blissfully remote, adults-only (14 ) Standard is about a mile from the beach, but it's still passionately hip." Full review
Time Out
"Combining blond wood walls and white linens, the cabin-like spaces are simply and classy, some with outdoor clawfoot tubs." Full review
Star Service
"This trendy spa hotel from Andres Balazs is operating at full steam." Full review
Gayot
"Taking over the old Lido Spa, this property aspires to revive (and redefine) bathhouse culture."
BlackBook
"Riding on the global "bathhouse" trend, tucked away from the cramped center of South Beach."
Frommer's
"The quintessential spa resort, the Standard... is housed in Miami Beach's legendary Lido Spa spot, a place that was swinging back in the days when women still wore bathing caps." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The Miami outpost of a hotel brand better known for its Los Angeles and New York properties, the Standard eschews the social scene and party vibe, instead focusing on wellness and health." Full review
Not For Tourists
"Not your grandma's bingo, but you might lose bowel control."