Embassy Suites Miami Airport - short review

[4merlurker]

Stayed here one night pre-cruise (11/5). The hotel was clean but undergoing renovations. Staff was friendly. There is a Bennigans less than 5 minutes away by foot - DH and DFIL walked there to try and catch a football game :rolleyes: We had pizza & subs delivered for dinner - got the menu from the front desk (sorry cant remember the name BUT it wasnt one of the places they recommend in the book in your room) There is a restaurant but we were not in the mood for "hotel food". Pool was small but clean - kids used it.

 

$9/pp shuttle to the port of miami was a NIGHTMARE! THe lobby was overflowing with people and luggage waiting for their assigned time. We finally gave up waiting and grabbed 2 cabs (1 car 1 van) for less money and off to the port we went.

 

OK for 1 night although I'd probably book elsewere next time. :)

[4merlurker]

Forgot to add that the free hot breakfast is really great. Excellent selection and they made omelets too! :)

[serene56]

The prepaid shuttle-- did you have to pay that ahead of time with your reservation?

 

I will be taking a taxi then.

[4merlurker]

The prepaid shuttle-- did you have to pay that ahead of time with your reservation?

 

I will be taking a taxi then.

 

The night before you had to put down a deposit. After arguing with the concierge we did get it back.

 

Take a taxi! No hassles!

 

:)

[Bequia]

So many get wrapped up in the "free shuttle". A cab is the best way to go. Leave when you want to in comfort. No hassles, no crowds, no waiting. ;)

[Nanatravel]

Thanks for the recent hotel review. I am starting to think pre-cruise hotel for 11/5/2006! Guess I won't let free transfers sway my choice.

[TrentS]

I'm happy they're finally renovating that place, it needed it! I couldn't agree more with Bequia regarding the shuttles. They're rarely ever worth the hassle, and in cases where there's a charge taxis are frequently similarly priced or even cheaper, and taxis a whole lot quicker, easier and more convenient!

 

I much prefer the hotels in the Blue Lagoon area though, on the south side of MIA - Nicer hotels in a nicer neighborhood...

 

Hilton... http://www.hilton.com/en/hi/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=MIAAHHH

 

Hampton Inn... http://www.hamptoninnmiamiairport.com/

 

Homewood Suites... http://homewoodsuites.hilton.com/en/hw/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=MIABLHW

 

Summerfield Suites... http://www.wyndham.com/hotels/MIASS/main.wnt

[4merlurker]

I'm happy they're finally renovating that place, it needed it! I couldn't agree more with Bequia regarding the shuttles. They're rarely ever worth the hassle, and in cases where there's a charge taxis are frequently similarly priced or even cheaper, and taxis a whole lot quicker, easier and more convenient!

 

I much prefer the hotels in the Blue Lagoon area though, on the south side of MIA - Nicer hotels in a nicer neighborhood...

 

Hilton... http://www.hilton.com/en/hi/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=MIAAHHH

 

Hampton Inn... http://www.hamptoninnmiamiairport.com/

 

Homewood Suites... http://homewoodsuites.hilton.com/en/hw/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=MIABLHW

 

Summerfield Suites... http://www.wyndham.com/hotels/MIASS/main.wnt

 

Trent, I alway read and respect you opinions on the local hotels, unfortunetely I booked this before reading any of your posts. :( Anyway, it worked out ok for us in the end. :)

 

I'll know better next time ;)