The hype
Travelers love the pool deck and the attentive staff (mostly), but everyone hates the prices.
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
$450-1200+ / לילה
הזמן את זה אם You want to be the main character in a high-gloss Miami movie scene, right at the intersection of Lincoln Road chaos and oceanfront luxury.
למה אנשים אוהבים את זה
- The historic Morris Lapidus-designed 'cross' pool deck is an absolute scene
- Location is unbeatable for walkers—Lincoln Road Mall is literally your doormat
- The Club Lounge offers five food presentations a day (if you pay the steep upgrade)
סיכום מהיר: A stunning Art Deco restoration that charges you for every breath you take, sitting on the busiest corner in South Beach.
סקור על ידי @harmony.buys.houses: I checked into The Ritz-Carlton South Beach for a mental reset. The room was pure luxury—especially that marble bathroom and the super plush king bed. It felt like the perfect reward for all the hard work lately.
אורחים שביקרו כאן אמרו
Reality check
Many guests feel 'nickeled and dimed' by the $35+ breakfast and $25 cocktails despite the high room rate.
- You thrive on energy and want to be steps from the best shopping and nightlife
- You appreciate Art Deco history polished to a modern shine
- You are a Marriott Bonvoy loyalist with points to burn
ניקיון וטחזוקה
8.5
- Housekeeping: Generally sharp, with twice-daily service often available. Some reports of missed dust in renovated corners.
- Bathroom hygiene: Marble bathrooms are usually sparkling, though humidity can cause minor grout mildew in lower-floor showers.
- Maintenance: Renovated in 2020, so still fresh, but high traffic means scuffs on baseboards and worn carpets in hallways appear quickly.
- Linens & towels: High-quality Frette linens, usually crisp and white. Pool towels are plentiful.
- Odors & scents: Lobby smells of the signature Ritz floral scent; hallways can occasionally smell musty due to Miami humidity.
Sleepability™
7בינוני
0-4רועש
4-7.5בינוני
7.5-10שקט
- Thumping bass from the pool deck (until sunset)
- Hallway doors slamming
- Street noise from Collins Ave & Lincoln Rd
לפני ההזמנה
טוב לדעת
- The Club Lounge does NOT have an outdoor terrace—a weird design choice for Miami.
- Beach chairs are included in the resort fee, but front-row 'daybeds' cost extra.
- The entrance is tucked away on a side street, not the grand Lincoln Road facade you might expect.
מה לארוז
- Noise-canceling headphones for the pool (and maybe the room)
- A high-end cover-up (the pool deck is a fashion show)
- Your own water bottle (bottled water on property is $10+)
ג'ניה לחדרים
הבחירות המובילות
- Oceanfront King (worth the splurge for the sunrise alone)
- Lanai Pool View (if you want direct pool access and don't mind strangers seeing you in your robe)
חדרים להימנע
- City View rooms on low floors (often obstructed views of AC units)
- Rooms near the elevator banks (high foot traffic noise)
ג'ניה בקשת חדרים – העתק והדבק
“I am celebrating a special occasion and would love a room on a higher floor facing the ocean to minimize pool noise. Please avoid any rooms with obstructed views of the roof/HVAC systems.”
שאלות נפוצות וטיפים נסתרים
הכל מה שאתה באמת צריך לדעת לפני ההזמנה
Is the Club Level worth the upgrade?
Only if you plan to eat 3 meals a day there. The food is excellent (5 presentations daily), but the lack of a balcony makes it feel a bit like an airport lounge.
How bad is the noise?
It's South Beach. Expect pool music during the day and street noise at night. Ask for a high floor ocean-facing room for the best chance of quiet.
Is the pool heated?
Yes, the infinity pool is heated year-round, which is crucial for those breezy January days.
Can I walk to restaurants?
Yes, you are in the absolute center. Hundreds of restaurants are within a 5-minute walk, from fast food to fine dining.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, but it's pricey: $250 non-refundable fee plus a $250 deposit. Weight limit is 35 lbs.
Is there a resort fee?
Yes, a mandatory ~$74.10 per night. It covers beach chairs, bike rentals, and fitness classes.
טיפים פנימיים
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The 'Timeless Capsule' in the spa offers express treatments in a private pod—great for a quick refresh without the full spa ritual.
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Walk two blocks south to 'Rosetta Bakery' for an Italian breakfast that costs 1/4 of the hotel buffet.
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The resort fee includes a daily mixology or fitness class—ask the concierge for the schedule as they don't always advertise it well.
5 דברים שכדאי לדעת לפני שתצא
💡The 'awkward orange privacy screen' in some rooms that serves no real purpose.
💡The lobby entrance is actually kind of underwhelming and surrounded by generic mall shops.
💡You have to wear a wristband to access the pool deck, which feels a bit 'all-inclusive resort' for a Ritz.
💡The 'City View' is often a euphemism for 'Roof & AC Unit View'.
💡The gym is windowless and tucked away—definitely an afterthought in the renovation.
מדריך מקומי
מפה
ראה איפה The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach ממוקום וממה יש בקרוב.