€170.46 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in 10 Jun 2013 Check-out 13 Jun 2013

South Beach Marriott

4 stars
161 Ocean Drive, 161 OCEAN DRIVE, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.0
out of 5
45 reviews
Fantastic week in South Beach!

When I was considering a vacation in South Beach, a friend recommended the South Beach Marriott.... See full review

  • IngridACK
  • 8 Jan 2013
Great location, great staff

Some of the better hotel employees I've encountered lately. Everyone seemed genuinely in a good... See full review

  • Joe Pilot
  • 20 Feb 2013
SoBe style near South Beach nightlife
The hotel is located in the chic South of Fifth District. This stylish boutique hotel is within walking distance to all the action in South Beach and close to clubs, restaurants and shops. The oceanfront property maintains individuality with Art Deco elements such as a neon-lit sign and streamlined orange-tinged façade. A well-rounded list of amenities, including an on-site restaurant, pool, Starbucks and meeting facilities, lures travelers of all types.
Highlights
  • Prime oceanfront property
  • In the trendy South of Fifth District
  • Heated infinity pool  and spa services
  • Dining at Deco Blue
  • Starbucks on site
Rooms

The 11-story property has 228 rooms and eight suites with partial or full coastline and ocean views. The non-smoking carpeted rooms boast cheerful canary-colored walls, white and royal blue bedding and a work desk with ergonomic chair. Guests craving views of the sugary beach or skyline should request a room with a balcony. Wi-Fi can be accessed for an additional fee of $14.95 per day.

Features

The hotel occupies prime property close to South Beach's best clubs, restaurants and shops. Plenty of in-house amenities will keep guests relaxed, nourished and hydrated. Two infinity pools tempt with ocean views, and Deco Blue, the on-site restaurant, makes for an inviting place to dine outside with its stone-top tables and stainless steel chairs. Inside, grab a drink at the Deco Blue Bar, a handsome lounge decked out in mahogany wood.

Transportation
  • Miami International Airport (11 miles)
  • Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (28 miles)
Attractions
  • Lummus Park
  • Ocean Drive
  • Art Deco District
  • Marjory Stoneman Douglas Park
  • Gianni Versace's Casa Casuarina
  • Collins Avenue
  • Miami Beach Convention Center
  • Miami Convention Center
Business
  • 2,600 square feet of event space, including six meeting rooms
  • Wi-Fi and hard-wire enabled
  • Audiovisual equipment, including videoconferencing technology
  • Business center with copy, printing and faxing services
  • South Point Ballroom can host up to 250 guests

Amenities

  • High speed internet
  • Outdoor pool
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Air conditioned
Smoke-free policy
Pets allowed
Free local telephone calls
Elevators
Ice machine
Activities
Outdoor pool
Fitness centre or spa
Health club
Exercise gym
Water skiing
Scuba diving
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
Lounge
Room service
Services
24 hour front desk
Business centre
Maid service
Laundry service
Express check in
Guest laundromat
Express checkout
Concierge desk
Laundry/Valet services
ATM/Cash machine
Security
Wake-up service
Safe deposit box
Meeting/banquet facilities
Car rental desk
Barber shop
Barber/Beauty shop
FAX
Video checkout
Gift shop
Drugstore
Florist
Internet
High speed internet
Parking
Parking
Valet parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Accessible parking
Room
Cable or sat. TV
Radio
Safe
Phone with speaker
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Free newspaper
Hairdryer in room
Outlet adapters
Cribs available
In room movies
Sofa bed
Temperature control
Shower
Iron
Ironing board
Bath tub

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Hotel Map

25.7705 -80.1327
Nearby airports
Miami International Airport, (MIA), 11.00, MI, E; Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, (FLL), 30.00, MI, S;
Area description
City Center, Location Type: City

Dining

Deco Blue Restaurant & Bar
Deco Blue Restaurant and Lounge is a hidden gem on south beach. With an unobstructed beach view we attract the hip and the epicurean, with great American and fresh seafood menu choices. Our Miami beachfront restaurant's open for breakfast, lunch & dinner.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
04:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM

Terms and conditions

Extra charges may apply for children. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the quoted rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (45)

Ratings and reviews for South Beach Marriott

Overall score

4 / 5
45 out of 45
Amenities:
3.7
Room cleanliness:
4.3
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4.3
Value:
3.8

84% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
Joe Pilot
Business
Boston, MA
20 Feb 2013

Great location, great staff

Some of the better hotel employees I've encountered lately. Everyone seemed genuinely in a good mood and eager to help. The location is great, right on beach and short walk to many restaurants and shops.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Holiday purpose:

Business

Review of South Beach Marriott

Reviewer score

5
IngridACK
Alexandria, VA
8 Jan 2013

Fantastic week in South Beach!

When I was considering a vacation in South Beach, a friend recommended the South Beach Marriott. She said it was beautiful and quiet but close to the action. She was exactly right. The hotel was fantastic. Right on the beach (wonderful!), close to amazing restaurants, and close to all of the nightlife. The staff was incredible. They volunteered to store my daughter's surf board while we went out to lunch, gave us access to all the facilities, including the spa, when we had a late flight and gave us great restaurant/activity recommendations. I will definitely go back to the Marriott and have already highly recommended it to friends.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Having dinner/lunch at one of the cafes on Ocean Drive. Fantastic people watching!!

Review of South Beach Marriott

Reviewer score

3
Mark1969
Minneapolis
26 Nov 2012

Just OK

Normally stay at Marriotts when I am on vacation. Most if not all I have stayed with have a far better facility. It fit the South Beach mode but usually Marriott breaks the mold with its hotels.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
1
Nightlife tip: Not Applicable

Be careful with local bars and their cocktail poors. The drinks are very strong and very expensive.

Review of South Beach Marriott

Reviewer score

3
Sjko
Colorado
13 Jul 2012

Good and bad

It was very affordable but I requested two beds because there were for people and they have me on king size bed. They wouldn't up grade me to the 2bed ocean view which made me pretty upset. House cleaning was great and its right on the beach but a couple blocks south of the night life.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
3
Value:
4
Entertainment tip: Long walk from hotel

Everything is up a couple blocks north but the good thing is taxis are dirty cheap out there.

Review of South Beach Marriott

Reviewer score

1
Lagers
Regina, SK, Canada
29 Mar 2012

Lock up your valuables!!!

Although the location is great, my experience was negatively affected by the fact that I had my Bose headphones (valued over $300US) stolen right out of my locked room. Obviously stolen from hotel cleaning staff. Marriott management and Claims Center denied any liability because an in-room safe is offered. It was extremely difficult dealing with them. An after-the-fact research on internet shows this is common at Marriott hotels. I will NEVER stay at another Marriott again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
1
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Big Pink restaurant is very close and a great place for any meal - breakfast, lunch or supper.

Review of South Beach Marriott

Reviewer score

4
Buddie1
Chicago, IL, USA
13 Mar 2012

Best Pool Experience

What a fun and considerate staff! Sofia and Diego made our time by the pool awesome! I love going somewhere and having them pay attention to how to make your stay better. Top notch!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
4
Nightlife tip: Long walk from hotel

Mojito's at the Royal Palm! Awesome.

Review of South Beach Marriott

Reviewer score

4
Diego 64
Guadalajara, JAL, Mexico
8 Dec 2011

Nice short trip

The hotel was good, the staff always in perfect atititude to help, and the location and cleaness are more than acceptable. I personally recomend this hotel to anyone.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of South Beach Marriott

Reviewer score

4
eb66
Chicago, IL
16 Aug 2011

Not enough towels

we were supposed to get 2 queen size beds. we ended up with just a king (for 2 adults + 2 kids). they gave us a rollaway bed for just one of the kids. we had to continuously ask for more towels. c'mon, we asked for them the first day, with 4 people don't you think we would need them every day as well? overall, not bad. we had a side view of the ocean, but it was nice to just get out of the hotel and within 100yds the ocean was at your feet.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of South Beach Marriott

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Louisiana
16 Jul 2011

Take a taxi

Do not park your car at this place. The cost is excessive and unneccessary. You are better off taking a taxi. There is an old structure as part of the new hotel. Do not stay there. Floors second and third. The airconditioning is very weak and you are paying for a new hotel but staying in the old hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of South Beach Marriott

Reviewer score

3
Fit Fran
Pittsburgh Pa
15 Apr 2011

Not too happy

The staff was very freindly but the hotel needs to be attended better. We felt like every thing took forever to recieve. We have been going to South Beach for the past 12 years and it was not that busy so we expected to get better service.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

News cafe on Ocean Drive. The best breakfast in South Beach!!!

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