Stayed at this hotel for a wedding and found the hotel to be quite nice. The rooms seemed to be recently remodeled and the staff was nice. The parking was only valet service and a bit expensive. Beware! Do not leave anything in the cars because we had some change from the tolls taken. The pool area was a nice place to relax, and there were several restaurant options in the same building. Overall, a nice stay with the exception of the trouble with the valet.

Our recent stay at this hotel can only be described as great...the efficient staff and the warm welcome we received at check-in were harbingers of a fantastic extended family week-end in Miami. Certain floors (condo suites) in the hotel are under going renovation...but the work was almost unnoticeable..and very quiet....In fact, this is a very quiet hotel!!

The breathtaking views and condo-suite amenities contributed to my family's protestations to stay a few more days.

I call the Doubletree Grand on Biscayne...a hidden jewel in Miami for those who demand quality, but at affordable prices!

I stayed here recently while in Miami on business. My 8th floor “city-view” room was very large, with a king bed, wonderful bathroom, and a large balcony with a water view. There are two sinks (one outside of the shower/toilet room) allowing two to get ready at the same time. The bed was very comfortable and the room – and maybe entire floor – appears to have been recently renovated. There’s a single serve coffee maker, mini-bar (very expensive), and a small microwave. I did not get to try the pool or other facilities. The only problems I encountered were some challenges getting the internet access to work, and the lack of a TV channel guide. Valet only parking is $29/day – if you don’t need a car cabs are always available and a relatively cheap option.

Primos in the lobby is good for a casual meal or quick drink (the calamari appetizer is great!). Or walk two blocks to Biscayne and 18th where you’ll find a nice sushi place and Bin Number 18 – a wonderful, Mediterranean style bistro with an extensive beer and wine list as well as great food (the bruschetta is large enough to be a light meal for one). There’s also a small, very pricy, grocery store and a few other shopping options on the ground floor.

I stayed at this hotel one night pre-cruise with my 3 sisters. We had 2 rooms which both overlooked the bay. It was nice to be able to see the cruise ships in the morning. The rooms were clean and well maintained. I would not hesitate to stay here again.