djo53 Posted January 5, 2016 #1 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Hi All We are a British couple sailing on Eclipse out of Miami in March. We fly in a day before the ship sails so we need to book an overnight hotel stay and we would appreciate recommendations. We will have an afternoon and an evening in which to enjoy our surroundings so we are looking for a good quality hotel in a pleasant safe area where we can explore and dine. We look forward to hearing from you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohninDC Posted January 5, 2016 #2 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Lots to choose from in the downtown Miami area - all are about a $25+ cab ride from the MIA airport. Hampton Inn Mary Brickell Intercontinental Hyatt Doubletree Marriott (next door to the Doubletree) Depending upon your budget and desire for nightlife you could stay in Miami Beach, especially the South Beach area. Lots of nightlife and dining within walking distance of any hotel in the area. Taxi from MIA to SB will run about $35+ Good luck! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Host CJSKIDS Posted January 5, 2016 #3 Share Posted January 5, 2016 To add to John's list, JW Marriott on Brickell Marriott Marquis Conrad Epic Viceroy Mandarin oriental (expensive) Four Seasons Many of these can be had at great prices on lastminutetravel.com The Four Seasons can at times be booked for a great price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted January 5, 2016 #4 Share Posted January 5, 2016 These are ones that I recommend. Intercontinental Marriott Marquis Epic Hotel (a little pricier but very nice/boutique hotel) Hampton Inn (includes breakfast) Holiday Inn Bayside Hyatt JW Marriott Four Seasons (highest price of the ones I've listed) Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueHerons Posted January 5, 2016 #5 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Downtown: Mandarin Oriental Four Seasons The Epic The Viceroy South Beach: Setai Loews SLS Shore Club Delano Coral Gables: The Biltmore Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NayRN Posted January 6, 2016 #6 Share Posted January 6, 2016 Downtown: Mandarin Oriental Four Seasons The Epic The Viceroy South Beach: Setai Loews SLS Shore Club Delano Coral Gables: The Biltmore Once again...I call on you as you are a ton on knowledge! I've been wondering about the Biltmore! My flight gets in around 11:00 am on a Friday next August. If I stayed at the Biltmore, is there enough to do in the area without a car? Restaurants? I'm all on my own so no one else to please but myself!! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueHerons Posted January 6, 2016 #7 Share Posted January 6, 2016 Once again...I call on you as you are a ton on knowledge! I've been wondering about the Biltmore! My flight gets in around 11:00 am on a Friday next August. If I stayed at the Biltmore, is there enough to do in the area without a car? Restaurants? I'm all on my own so no one else to please but myself!! ;) Yes!! OMG the area is absolutely beautiful! You can either cab or uber over to the Miracle Mile and shop and dine. Very safe area, gorgeous, amazing. Ortanique is one of the best restaurants you'll ever eat in! The Biltmore itself is one of the most beautiful hotels on the planet. I'm jealous! One of my girlfriends was in town for the Dolphins football game Sunday and stayed there and we had an amazing day at the hotel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djo53 Posted January 6, 2016 Author #8 Share Posted January 6, 2016 Many thanks to all who replied Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NayRN Posted January 6, 2016 #9 Share Posted January 6, 2016 Yes!! OMG the area is absolutely beautiful! You can either cab or uber over to the Miracle Mile and shop and dine. Very safe area, gorgeous, amazing. Ortanique is one of the best restaurants you'll ever eat in! The Biltmore itself is one of the most beautiful hotels on the planet. I'm jealous! One of my girlfriends was in town for the Dolphins football game Sunday and stayed there and we had an amazing day at the hotel. Thanks! Now I need to decide between the Biltmore and South Beach!! :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueHerons Posted January 6, 2016 #10 Share Posted January 6, 2016 Thanks! Now I need to decide between the Biltmore and South Beach!! :eek: I'd watch the weather and wait until the last minute. If it is chilly and windy (low 70s) pick the Biltmore as it will be warmer inland and you can have a pool day. If it is hot and sunny, pick South Beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NayRN Posted January 8, 2016 #11 Share Posted January 8, 2016 I'd watch the weather and wait until the last minute. If it is chilly and windy (low 70s) pick the Biltmore as it will be warmer inland and you can have a pool day. If it is hot and sunny, pick South Beach. Good idea! Plus last minute may have better deals!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djandnic Posted January 8, 2016 #12 Share Posted January 8, 2016 Yes!! OMG the area is absolutely beautiful! You can either cab or uber over to the Miracle Mile and shop and dine. Very safe area, gorgeous, amazing. Ortanique is one of the best restaurants you'll ever eat in! The Biltmore itself is one of the most beautiful hotels on the planet. I'm jealous! One of my girlfriends was in town for the Dolphins football game Sunday and stayed there and we had an amazing day at the hotel. How far away is "Ortanique is one of the best restaurants you'll ever eat in!" from the Intercontinental? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilovetotravel1977 Posted January 8, 2016 #13 Share Posted January 8, 2016 We booked at the new Homewood Suites on Brickell, which is opening soon. Booked through LMT Club for $118 US for 4 people, including hot buffet breakfast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohninDC Posted January 8, 2016 #14 Share Posted January 8, 2016 How far away is "Ortanique is one of the best restaurants you'll ever eat in!" from the Intercontinental? Thanks. Try google maps. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueHerons Posted January 8, 2016 #15 Share Posted January 8, 2016 How far away is "Ortanique is one of the best restaurants you'll ever eat in!" from the Intercontinental? Thanks. Ortanique is in Coral Gables and is less than ten miles away but will take you 30-45 minutes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisejunkie76 Posted January 18, 2016 #16 Share Posted January 18, 2016 I would stay at the Holiday In Miami Downtown. You have the Bayside Shopping Center right across the street. They have great Dining there and it's nice to just walk around. Personally for one night I would not go to Miami Beach. to get there taked forwever. I did it once after a cruise for 2 nights. I got my car at the Airport and drove there around 3pm. Took me an hour from downtown to my Hotel in Miami Beach due to the traffic on Collins Ave. Don't get me wrong, Miami Beach is great, but just for one night after a transatlantic flight I would rather stay at a Airport Hotel or Downtown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PORT ROYAL Posted January 18, 2016 #17 Share Posted January 18, 2016 Hi AllWe are a British couple sailing on Eclipse out of Miami in March. We fly in a day before the ship sails so we need to book an overnight hotel stay and we would appreciate recommendations. We will have an afternoon and an evening in which to enjoy our surroundings so we are looking for a good quality hotel in a pleasant safe area where we can explore and dine. We look forward to hearing from you. Another vote for the Club floor at the Intercon. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreestyleNovice Posted January 18, 2016 #18 Share Posted January 18, 2016 Indeed, just book the IC. Do an evening/afternoon stroll at Bayfront and call it a night to be fresh for embarkation the next day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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