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National Hotel, An Oceanfront Resort
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We stayed in the pool side cabana rooms. They were very spacious and quiet. Although you can sometimes hear music from neighboring hotels at night, the rooms were well sound proofed to minimize noise, and the music ended at night anyway. The decor in the rooms and especially the lobby and dining rooms was very elegant and masterfully restored. The staff were extremely friendly and the service was excellent. The location was also close enough to Ocean Drive (walking distance 10 min), but entering the hotel and pool area at night usually was quiet enough to serve as an oasis.
Our stay at national hotel Was very nice! The room was a bit on the small side. The housekeeping lady was very nice, she did a very good job. Martha was her name. I didn't like that there was no parking anywhere..
Hotel is in a great location on the beach and staff are very friendly. Pool area is lovely and plenty of attentive pool staff with outside bar/kitchen serving v.good food. Rooms were clean/comfortable/functional. I would definitely go back and stay here.
With low-key elegance in an Art Deco setting, the National is on the beach and has 2 swimming pools -one heated for this season. The hotel now also offers a view of famous actresses’ portraits by artist Elisabetta Fantone to top the esthetic experience. Rooms are small but comfortable. Staff is friendly and helpful. Too bad some details are below par: the basement to be used to access the pool area has a floor that needs to be repainted, the drawers in my room walk-in closet were stuck and could not open, showers in the basement bathrooms had no hot water. The Hotel often feels empty (especially the dining area at night), though they have live music almost every night in a beautiful bar. If you want the action, there is the Delano next door, with music thumping across the fence all afternoons. This is a kids friendly hotel. For breakfast and beyond, go to the Italian bakery across the street on Collins for the best sandwiches, focaccia and pastries in all North America!
Great service. Nice lobby. Clean facility. Nice pool area. Liked the live music at night. Overall, great experience for the price.
The hotel is situated walking distance from Lincoln Road. It is a great location. The pool is nice and the manager there is on the ball. The beach service is great too. The rooms are very outdated and old. I had to switch rooms and the second room didn’t have air conditioning. The rooms are in need of major remodeling. They are dirty too. The food for breakfast was average. I think they should lower the cost of the hotel rooms or do a significant renovation of the facility.
Just a grand, historical hotel built in 1939 but immaculately kept up. Loved the art deco portraits throughout of American icons. So cool. With two pools and backing to the breathtaking beach and ocean, the view is to die for!
Hotel staff was great, smaller pool was heated, and the hotel was right on the ocean. Overall a great experience after moving to this hotel from The Beacon on Ocean Drive.
Excellent location, great staff. Bad housekeeping, pool was closed for a private event and we couldn’t use it. That was very frustrating. Old furniture in the room that needs replacing, the bathroom needs at a minimum some painting.
Down for a family get together. Pleasant room. Staff very outgoing and friendly. Halls smelled of disinfectant for two days
Every day I left my room, when I came back the key wouldn't work and they would only give me bath towels. No washcloths or hand towels for some reason, no explanation at all. Every day for 3 days.The room was clean but nasty blood looking stains on the bench at the end of the bed. Nice pool and great location were the best things. Won't return. Natulius definitely better!!
Very clean and friendly staff, def enjoyed my stay
We enjoyed the pianist Freddie. Great pianist & singer.
great hotel with great amenities. Historical property which is a boost and the pool is extraordinary.
Beautiful hotel on sunny Miami Beach. I love the charm of the older buildings there. The National fit right in. Basically felt like a throwback to the 1930's with all the modern amenities and comforts. Would definitely stay there again!
The only problem (besides having to leave when your stay ends...), is the big towel issue, because they usually give you less than needed (we are a party of four, and we got almost every day, just two).
Had a few issues with hotel amenities and house keeping which were never really resolved
Front desk staff very nice and professional, when they notice my birthday was the following day they sent a bottle of sparkling wine to my room. This is my 2nd time here.
muy buen hotel con un servicio increible y las habitaciones son fenomenales le doy 5 estrellas a este hotel excellent
It was ok. Hotel smells really good. Jose was very nice and friendly
Hotel highlights
- Walking distance to Lincoln Road Mall
- Free WiFi and wired Internet in rooms and public areas
- Onsite dining
- 2 outdoor pools
Located in South Beach within a short walk of Lincoln Road Mall, National Hotel, An Oceanfront Resort is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Art Deco Welcome Center. This 152-room, 4-star resort welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi. On the beach, it's also near PortMiami and Lummus Park Beach.
Dining
Enjoy a leisurely bite to eat at the onsite restaurant, or have a drink at the bar/lounge. Savor a meal from the comfort of your room with room service, or get a quick energy boost at the coffee shop/café. Start each morning with buffet breakfast, available for a fee from 7 AM to 11 AM.
Rooms
National Hotel, An Oceanfront Resort's 152 air-conditioned rooms provide iPod docks, refrigerators, and ceiling fans. Guests can expect LCD TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Pillowtop beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Safes, phones, and ironing boards are also standard.
Property features
Renovated in 2015, National Hotel, An Oceanfront Resort offers 2 outdoor pools, a fitness center, and free WiFi in public areas. Valet parking is available for USD 40.00 per night, and there's also limo/town car service. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach resort include conference space, a business center, and express check-in.
Guest reviews for National Hotel
beautiful art deco masterpiece
Everyone
We stayed in the pool side cabana rooms. They were very spacious and quiet. Although you can sometimes hear music from neighboring hotels at night, the rooms were well sound proofed to minimize noise, and the music ended at night anyway. The decor in the rooms and especially the lobby and dining rooms was very elegant and masterfully restored. The staff were extremely friendly and the service was excellent. The location was also close enough to Ocean Drive (walking distance 10 min), but entering the hotel and pool area at night usually was quiet enough to serve as an oasis.
nice hotel oceanfront.
Everyone
Our stay at national hotel Was very nice! The room was a bit on the small side. The housekeeping lady was very nice, she did a very good job. Martha was her name. I didn't like that there was no parking anywhere..
very friendly hotel with lovely pool areas
Everyone
Hotel is in a great location on the beach and staff are very friendly. Pool area is lovely and plenty of attentive pool staff with outside bar/kitchen serving v.good food. Rooms were clean/comfortable/functional. I would definitely go back and stay here.
Everyone
With low-key elegance in an Art Deco setting, the National is on the beach and has 2 swimming pools -one heated for this season. The hotel now also offers a view of famous actresses’ portraits by artist Elisabetta Fantone to top the esthetic experience. Rooms are small but comfortable. Staff is friendly and helpful. Too bad some details are below par: the basement to be used to access the pool area has a floor that needs to be repainted, the drawers in my room walk-in closet were stuck and could not open, showers in the basement bathrooms had no hot water. The Hotel often feels empty (especially the dining area at night), though they have live music almost every night in a beautiful bar. If you want the action, there is the Delano next door, with music thumping across the fence all afternoons. This is a kids friendly hotel. For breakfast and beyond, go to the Italian bakery across the street on Collins for the best sandwiches, focaccia and pastries in all North America!
Everyone
Great service. Nice lobby. Clean facility. Nice pool area. Liked the live music at night. Overall, great experience for the price.
Review comment
Luis Padron responded on Jan 19, 2018
Hi there! We thank you for taking the time to write to us and share all of the details that contributed to your successful stay at The National Hotel.
great location but too many thing went wrong
Everyone
The hotel is situated walking distance from Lincoln Road. It is a great location. The pool is nice and the manager there is on the ball. The beach service is great too. The rooms are very outdated and old. I had to switch rooms and the second room didn’t have air conditioning. The rooms are in need of major remodeling. They are dirty too. The food for breakfast was average. I think they should lower the cost of the hotel rooms or do a significant renovation of the facility.
Review comment
Luis Padron responded on Jan 19, 2018
Dear ERG, Thank you for taking the time to review The National Hotel. I assure you this is of utmost concern to us, as The National Hotel prides itself on an outstanding service culture worthy of its luxury status. Please be sure I will make certain to present your feedback with our management team in order to prevent such unfavorable experiences. I hope to welcome you back again in the near future. Kindest regards, Luis Padron
grand hotel
Everyone
Just a grand, historical hotel built in 1939 but immaculately kept up. Loved the art deco portraits throughout of American icons. So cool. With two pools and backing to the breathtaking beach and ocean, the view is to die for!
Review comment
Luis Padron responded on Jan 19, 2018
Hi there! We thank you for taking the time to write to us and share all of the details that contributed to your successful stay at The National Hotel.
nice hotel, close to ocean drive
Everyone
Hotel staff was great, smaller pool was heated, and the hotel was right on the ocean. Overall a great experience after moving to this hotel from The Beacon on Ocean Drive.
Review comment
Luis Padron responded on Dec 26, 2017
Dear Guest, It was a pleasure reading your excellent comments about your stay at The National Hotel, and thank you for sharing your experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you again in the near future. Happy Holidays! Best regards, Luis Padron
ok hotel
Everyone
Excellent location, great staff. Bad housekeeping, pool was closed for a private event and we couldn’t use it. That was very frustrating. Old furniture in the room that needs replacing, the bathroom needs at a minimum some painting.
pretty nice place
Everyone
Down for a family get together. Pleasant room. Staff very outgoing and friendly. Halls smelled of disinfectant for two days
Dear Alex , We are so appreciative of you taking the time to write and share your honest and sincere feedback on The National Hotel. Thank you for highlighting the great overall experience you received throughout your stay. Our team members are going to be thrilled to hear that they successfully created a unique and memorable experience for you during your visit. We certainly hope to see you back soon. Until then, we remain at your service! Warm regards, Luis Padron