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The Ritz - Carlton Bal Harbour, MiamivsThe Palms Hotel & Spa
Both hotels are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami scores marginally higher than The Palms Hotel & Spa. The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami comes in at 79 with approval from 9 publications such as Forbes Travel Guide, Condé Nast Traveler and oyster.com.
The Ritz - Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami
Frommer's
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
Forbes Travel Guide
Gayot
Condé Nast Traveler
Zagat
Jetsetter
Not For Tourists
Fodor's Show All Reviews
10295 Collins Avenue, Bal Harbour, FL 33154
From $836/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "This resort may have no big-name affiliation, but it’s still big-time luxe." Full review
OysterLuxury
"Sure, it boasts a 10,000-square-foot spa, $4 million worth of modern art, and some of Miami's grandest rooms." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Formerly Regent Bal Harbour." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"The chic resort has become popular for its spectacular views of the Atlantic — it’s nestled along the pristine sands of Miami Beach — and posh amenities, such as the lavish spa." Full review
Gayot "Set on the northeastern tip of the prestigious Bal Harbour Village, ONE Bal Harbour Resort & Spa enjoys stunning views over northern Miami's Baker's Haulover Inlet and the Atlantic Ocean."
Condé Nast Traveler86.2
"One Bal Harbour feels a universe away from the over-the-top nightclub-in-the-lobby atmosphere of its competitors in Miami Beach—and that’s exactly how the well-heeled patrons want it." Full review
Zagat "The homey, seafood-centric American fare is prepared with local, seasonal ingredients and Puerto Rican flair, including dishes like Florida corn chowder with chorizo." Full review
Jetsetter "Located in Bal Harbour (North Beach), The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami is convenient to Haulover Park Marina and Bal Harbour Shops." Full review
Not For Tourists "High rise hotel located halfway between high class shopping and nude beach."
Fodor's "ONE Bal Harbour exudes contemporary beachfront luxury design with decadent mahogany-floor guest rooms featuring large terraces with panoramic views of the water and city." Full review
The Palms Hotel & Spa Frommer's Fodor's Oyster Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Star Service Gayot
BlackBook Zagat Show All Reviews
3025 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33140
From $169/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's "As a sophisticated yet genuine oceanfront resort, it features lush gardens landscaped with palms and other tropical plants and a large freshwater pool as its centerpiece." Full review
Fodor's "Stay here if you're seeking an elegant, relaxed property away from the noise but still near South Beach." Full review
Oyster4.0
"A clean, lively beachside resort in sleepy Miami Beach, the Palms takes style lessons from the hip boutiques." Full review
Travel + Leisure "With its lush gardens, oceanfront pool, and full-service Aveda spa, The Palms Hotel & Spa Miami enjoys esteemed status on chic South Beach." Full review
DK Eyewitness "A short distance from South Beach proper, the Palms is a great choice for an inexpensive beach hotel that does not look like it stepped out of a travel magazine."
Time Out "Combining old-school Havana, Deep South sultriness and a touch of glam, this boutique hotel is a romantic alternative to the South Beach brigade." Full review
Star Service "In a gray and white high-rise dating from 1945, this hotel remains one of the most attractive, straightforward, midrange contemporary resorts in Miami Beach." Full review
Gayot "The clean lines, soothing ivory tones and lavish amounts of open space at this hotel will make you feel as if you're in a Caribbean hideaway."
BlackBook "This recent addition to sky-high beachfront luxury is technically north of what's South Beach, but it is nonetheless close enough to count itself in among the action."
Zagat3.7
"Guests "enjoy" "people-watching" at this "beautifully landscaped", "iconic" South Beach property mere "steps from the ocean"."
