$199 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Jul 3, 2013 Check-out: Jul 4, 2013

The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach

5 stars
1 Lincoln Road, 1 LINCOLN ROAD, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.2
out of 5
58 reviews
Amazing experience

You truly get what you pay for! This is an amazing hotel, perfect shopping location, the beach is... See full review

  • JennWall1031
  • Apr 15, 2013
An excellent break from everyday life

my wife and I and our two 20 something college students had an excellent time and rarely left the... See full review

  • Fitter449
  • Jun 21, 2012
Landmark luxury hotel in the heart of South Beach with lux service

Well-heeled business and leisure travelers call this Lincoln Road elegant hotel their second home. The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach, is within walking distance to a 10-block pedestrian esplanade of boutiques, bars and restaurants. The 375-room property has a reputation for contemporary opulence. The landmark building was designed by notable architect Morris Lapidus, the father of the Miami Beach resort style. His visual imprints live on, as does the Ritz's trademark service in this blissful tropical setting.

Highlights
  • Luxury hotel steps from Ocean Drive, Lincoln Road and South Beach nightlife
  • 16,000 square foot spa
  • Elevated outdoor pool and private day beds overlook the Atlantic Ocean
  • $2 million art collection featuring emerging and established artists
  • Limousine services and personal shoppers available upon request
Rooms

A full-scale renovation of the 1953 Morris Lapidus-designed building upped the ante on luxury. Dark cherry furniture complements handsome nautical stripes in royal blue, spruce green and burnished gold. Large windows and balconies show off the bustling nightlife of South Beach and the tranquil Atlantic Ocean and pool. And then there's the pampering. The hotel creates a heavenly high-end retreat with amenities such as luxurious Italian marble bathrooms and lanai rooms that are easily accessible to the infinity pool. Wi-Fi (fees apply) is available in all rooms.

Features

The hotel offers enough amenities that guests don't need to leave the property for food and entertainment. An elevated outdoor pool boasts day beds for snoozing by the Atlantic Ocean. A 6,000-square-foot spa pampers with massages, facials, mineral and water treatments. Two restaurants, a contemporary bistro and oceanfront Mediterranean eatery take advantage of outdoor dining. Cocktails are served poolside at the Lapidus Lounge or the relaxed Lobby Bar, where musicians perform on Fridays and Saturdays from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Transportation
  • Miami International Airport (11 miles)
  • Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (27 miles)
Attractions
  • Miami Beach Convention Center
  • Ocean Drive
  • Art Deco District
  • Collins Avenue
  • Lincoln Road Mall
  • Miami Beach Convention Center
  • Miami Convention Center
Business
  • More than 20,000 square feet of event space, including 10 meeting rooms and a 10,000-square-foot ballroom
  • Outdoor function space
  • Audiovisual equipment
  • Business center open everyday
  • Wi-Fi access  (fees apply)
  • Themed entertainment
  • Faxing, copying, printing and shipping services

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • Outdoor pool
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Air conditioned
Smoke-free policy
Pets allowed
Elevators
Ice machine
Activities
Outdoor pool
Fitness center or spa
Health club
Exercise gym
Sauna
Children's activities
Jogging track
Tennis
Water skiing
Steam bath
Horseback riding
Scuba diving
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
Lounge
24 hour room service
Room service
Services
24 hour front desk
Business center
Maid service
Laundry service
Express checkout
Babysitting/Child services
Concierge desk
Laundry/Valet services
Security
Wake-up service
Safe deposit box
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Car rental desk
Barber shop
FAX
Video checkout
Gift shop
Currency exchange
Drugstore
Florist
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
Parking
Valet parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Accessible parking
Room
DVD player
Television with cable
Radio
Cordless phone
Safe
Phone with speaker
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Mini bar
Free newspaper
Hairdryer in room
Outlet adapters
Turndown service
Bathroom telephone
Cribs available
In room movies
Temperature control
Iron
Ironing board
Wet bar

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Hotel Map

25.7908 -80.1288
Area served
Miami
Nearby airports
Miami International Airport, (MIA), 12.00, MI, E; Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, (FLL), 28.00, MI, SE;
Area description
Resort, Location Type: Resort

Dining

Bistro One LR
American cuisine with new age flair
Dilido Beach Club
Only oceanfront restaurant on South Beach
Lapidus Lounge
Evening cocktails

Hotel Policies

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

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the 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 (58)

Ratings and reviews for The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach

Overall score

4.2 / 5
58 out of 58
Amenities:
4.4
Room cleanliness:
4.6
Hotel staff:
4.6
Room comfort:
4.6
Location:
4.8
Value:
4.1

93% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Maryland
Apr 23, 2009

Amazing Vacation

I would definitely recommend this hotel. Staff was amazing.. couldn't ask for better service! Right at Lincoln road.. concierge gave great ideas for places to eat and places to shop.. overall i would definitely stay there again!

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5
Room cleanliness:
5
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5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Connecticut
May 25, 2009

Absolute pampering!

Traveled to the Ritz for Memorial Weekend. The people were extremely friendly and there was absolute first-class service. Although the food at the restaurants were extremely enjoyable and delicious, I was hoping for a little more variety. The champagne brunch on Sunday was exquisite and had something for everyone! One stays at the Ritz to be pampered and have all your needs met, and you certainly pay for what you receive!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Entertainment tip: Not Applicable

If you enjoy hip hop music and rap, then Memorial Weekend is the time to go. Every hip hop rapper is there...especially cruising down Ocean Drive.

Review of The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach

Reviewer score

5
Dazzle Me with Service
Woodland Hills, CA
Jul 2, 2009

Excellent Stay in South Beach

Just got back from a fantastic week at the Ritz Carlton in South Beach, Miami. The service was excellent; whatever you want, they get for you. Every staff member we spoke to was courteous and helpful. The hotel is in the best location; right on the corner of Collins and Lincoln in the heart of South Beach. We walked down Lincoln to shop and eat, then walked down Ocean Dr to sample all of the exciting nightlife that South Beach has to offer. The Ritz is in walking distance of EVERYTHING! (i.e. The Clevelander, Versace Mansion, Wet Willie's, Convention Center, Lincoln Road Shops, all the clubs on Washington St and all the "celebrity hotels" on Collins like the Delano, Sagamore and Shore Club) No need to rent a car here as the hotel is only 20 minutes from the airport and valet parking is $30 per day. Not worth it to bring your own vehicle, in my opinion. One thing that is helpful to share is that we did experience a problem with the first room that they put us in. After the first night, we came back from the pool and the room smelled like old water/mold. We immediately asked to speak to the manager who sent up a bellhop to confirm the odor and promptly move us to another room, which was an upgrade to a corner room with an ocean view. I can't say enough about how [...] promptly and professionally resolved our issue with the room. As I said before, service was outstanding!Would definitely stay there again due to the service and the location. Room was always clean with impeccable amenities. The only knock on them is that the food and drinks at the hotel can get a little pricey (it IS the Ritz, so consider that), but there are so many other places to eat that it's easy to dampen the bar bill by eating out instead of at the hotel (not a deal breaker). All said and done, excellent hotel and would definitely stay again!

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

One night we took a short walk down to The Clevelander hotel. This place has undergone a massive renovation and the vibe is very cool; the dancefloor and bars are outside at the pool on Ocean Dr just across from the beach. There are also two balconies where you can sip drinks, smoke cigars and enjoy views of both the ocean and downtown Miami. We spent all night there until they shut down at 5 am!

Review of The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach

Reviewer score

5
Kaitlin's Dad
Indianapolis, IN
Aug 17, 2009

Outstanding Attention to Details

Service and attention to details were amazing. There was always someone around the hotel to take care of anything you might need. A big storm came through while we were there. It blew things all over the pool area. We were eating and overlooking the pool area at their restaurant. It was amazing, as soon as it stopped, a swarm of people came out to get the pool back in shape immediately.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach

Reviewer score

5
MillyT
New York, NY
Aug 25, 2009

Loved the Ritz!

This hotel was stunning and made our trip to SoBe perfect. It was close to all of the other hot hotels for cocktail hour, it had great amenities beach and pool-side and the staff were probably the best i have experienced at any hotel in the USA.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
3
Money-saving tip: In Hotel

Don't eat in the restaurants as they food isnt amazing nor great value for money. But there are great places all around the hotel and the room service was good too!

Review of The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Memphis TN
Sep 7, 2009

Awesome!

Great food & drinks; location perfect

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach

Reviewer score

5
Yui
New York NY
Sep 14, 2009

Perfect getaway for couples

I think that the hotel is a perfect choice for a couple. Very convinient for everything including restaurants, beach, relaxing at poolside, which is suitable for an active adult couples. There might be a better choice for a family with kids because there are no particular attractions or amusements

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

Walking distance from Lincoln street is precious. Tons of choices of restaurants.

Review of The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach

Reviewer score

5
Cardplyr
Chattanooga TN
Dec 22, 2009

December 2009

The Ritz, the best of the best, [...] THe Ritz each and every time. No better personal service, courtesy, called by name always, best of the best from the pools to the beach staff, simply the best. [...]

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach

Reviewer score

5
Young Couple on Vacation
Ashburn, VA
May 17, 2010

Excellent!

Service was outstanding! Everyone we encountered: the doormen, the concierge, the wait staff, and housekeeping were friendly and professional. We ate at Bistro 1LR for breakfast and dinner. Food was top notch. Our king room with a city view was beautiful and very clean. You can't beat the location - on Lincoln Rd, and a stones throw away from Ocean Dr. Ritz Calton SoBe absolutely lived up to their name!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
san antonio,tx
Jul 5, 2010

Ritz for a reason

great staff ,beautiful hotel, good food and perfect location in South Beach!

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