Betsy Hotel(5 stars)

1440 Ocean Dr Miami Beach, FL 33139 Show map

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8 hotel reviews

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  • Hotel in general
    5.8
  • Room
    4.8
  • Service
    5.4
  • Location
    5.7
  • Food and Drinks
    5.6
  • Sport & entertain
    5.0
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Arnd
Great location on ocean drive
  • Recommended hotel
  • Couples
  • Other stay
  • November 2012
We were staying six nights at the Betsy, one of the best hotels in south beach. Perfect location on the beach, great staff, nice, but small, rooms. Also, since located on occean drive, not the quietest place to stay, depending on what you are looking for. The B.L.T. restaurant is a must!!! read more
  • Room
    4.3
    Size of the bathroom
    3.0
    Cleanliness & linen change
    6.0
    Room amenities (TV, balcony, safe, etc.)
    5.0
    Size of the room
    3.0
  • Gastronomy
    6.0
    Atmosphere & furnishings
    6.0
    Quality of food and drinks
    6.0
    Overall cleanliness in the restaurant and in the dining areas
    6.0
    Variety of food and drinks
    6.0
  • Service
    5.0
    Competence (handling complaints)
    5.0
    Reception, check-in & check-out
    4.0
    Friendliness and helpfulness
    6.0
  • Sport & Entertainment
    6.0
    Leisure activities (e.g. sauna, tennis, entertainment, etc.)
    6.0
  • Hotel
    6.0
    Condition of the Hotel
    6.0
    General cleanliness of the different areas
    6.0
  • Location
    5.5
    Restaurants & bars in the area
    6.0
    Proximity to shopping areas
    5.0
    Transportation connection and available excursions
    5.0
    Other leisure activities available
    6.0
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Björn & Simone
beautiful hotel with some weaknesses
  • Recommended hotel
  • Couples
  • Translated
  • Other stay
  • January 2012
the hotel is located in a good, quiet location, at the end the street. It is outside very tastefully, you can say, that the prettiest hotel there is. Many tourists the hotel from the outside photographed. It makes a very elegant impression. the Lobby isn't very large, however very elegant and attractive. we had the hotel from Germany from booked. It was only without meals available. You could however without any problems breakfast to book. we were already very early in the morning after the end of a cruise in the hotel arrived. There was still no rooms available. At ... the front desk we were told, that 12 hours check-out and then the rooms be prepared. You would however efforts, us a room ready. We then our luggage deposit box and the area explored on foot. at 12 o'clock we are then again in the hotel been, in the hope, that someone had checked out, and a room was ready. That was however not the case. We sat then into the lobby. It was 14 hours, until finally a room was ready. During our waiting time we were not drinks offered. With a hotel this category should however in our opinion standard belong. You pay for about 350 dollars for the night in a double room, as you'd expect a bit more. during our waiting time in the lobby we took true, that the toilet in the hotel extremely many hotel area foreign used was, although at the beach public toilets available were. the access to the internet is for hotel guests free, you get the password from the staff at the front desk. read more
  • Room
    3.0

    the room (point 216) and the bathroom are relatively small. Our first impression was very disappointing, because the room was not well cleaned. The furniture and the fan were dusty and there were hairs on the floor. The air conditioning was very dirty, therefore we did not in use taken. in the bathroom there is a shower and a large mirror with a integrated TV. in the room there is a very nice double bed with a great mattress, as well as a large ceiling and plenty of pillows. We did not sleep well, because the room was very badly soundproofed and the neighbors were not straight silent. We gladly times the window opened. That was however not possible, as the window not open. Could you can open, it would be however also very noisy. The view from the window was very disappointing. One looked from the room in a run down lateral road. access to the internet is in the room available. in the room there is a TV, however no German Channels. The furniture was a bit worn. A mini bar, a iron, Ironing board, and hair dryer are available. A safe is also in the room, this could however only very hard to open and close, for the front door of the room was the same. This was very hard to open.

  • Gastronomy
    5.0

    We have only one breakfast in the hotel taken, this was good in terms of taste. The menu is typically American. We have eggs, toast, vegetables, juice and coffee for about 25$ per person ordered. The quantity was rich. The atmosphere and cleanliness in the restaurant we liked it. However it was very cold, the air conditioning was too deep for our taste set. evenings it was in the restaurant very busy, we have however not energized. the staff in the restaurant was very professional. the bar in the hotel is appealing, the prices are relatively high. For a small beer is charged at about 8 dollars.

  • Service
    4.0

    the staff seemed to us friendly but rather low-key. The Communication was done in English. In the evening a maid and ask, whether the minibar filled to. You got free water. We also after ice asked, this was then brought. In the basement there are but also a ice machine, here it is however quite dirty. the cleaning was only superficial. After the spray, we had to find out, that were not properly cleaned was, in the days of our stay we could no improvement notice. the Concierge service was good, here helped us without any problems organize our shuttles to airport.

  • Sport & Entertainment
    5.0

    the hotel has a small pool in the inner courtyard. We didn't used, the pool made on us a good impression. On the roof terrace there is a bar and sun loungers. It is very nice up there and you have a great view. the beach on the doorstep made on us a good impression. We were however not in the water, we are just walking.

  • Hotel
    5.0

    the hotel is located in a good, quiet location, at the end the street. It is outside very tastefully, you can say, that the prettiest hotel there is. Many tourists the hotel from the outside photographed. It makes a very elegant impression. the Lobby isn't very large, however very elegant and attractive. we had the hotel from Germany from booked. It was only without meals available. You could however without any problems breakfast to book. we were already very early in the morning after the end of a cruise in the hotel arrived. There was still no rooms available. At the front desk we were told, that 12 hours check-out and then the rooms be prepared. You would however efforts, us a room ready. We then our luggage deposit box and the area explored on foot. at 12 o'clock we are then again in the hotel been, in the hope, that someone had checked out, and a room was ready. That was however not the case. We sat then into the lobby. It was 14 hours, until finally a room was ready. During our waiting time we were not drinks offered. With a hotel this category should however in our opinion standard belong. You pay for about 350 dollars for the night in a double room, as you'd expect a bit more. during our waiting time in the lobby we took true, that the toilet in the hotel extremely many hotel area foreign used was, although at the beach public toilets available were. the access to the internet is for hotel guests free, you get the password from the staff at the front desk.

  • Location
    5.0

    the hotel is located at the end the street, the beach is opposite. In the immediate vicinity there are shops, restaurants and entertainment possibilities. Taxis are easy to get. To the airport Miami we are about 30 minutes dangers.

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Michael
Great hotel in top location with nice staff
  • Recommended hotel
  • Couples
  • Translated
  • Other stay
  • November 2011
A small but fine hotel, I mean, the 60 rooms. Áusgezeichnete kitchen (really excellent, you read the homepage), clean, friendly staff, international audience. All amenities are extra to book. read more
  • Room
    6.0

    For American standards large, the suite of course great. Coffee machine (with capsules-note belong to the mini bar, 1.50 $p. Capsule). Mini bar so filled, the Nothing private space. Coke 3 dollars, apart from that rather thick prices, especially for sweet), no balconies, but roof terrace with a magnificent view (see also photos), safe large, feast immured and well operated, tv of course the best, everywhere Flats, and large enough. In the bathroom tv in the mirror integrated. Great -if you need it). Modern renovated, the beds are the hit.

  • Gastronomy
    6.0

    Top steakhouse, but not only the dishes were salted. You should as a couple also already times 200 dollars and more pack. Tips must be given. Are on the bill down entered. The guest could choose, 19, 20 or 21%. The amounts are calculated. Of course everything Pico Bello.

  • Service
    6.0

    The staff see the wishes of the guests and fills them. Is however perhaps normally, in a hotel of the top class. Some from the reception the service spoke German. It is in any case helped. Very friendly people there. The room was all days clean and tidy. Complaints there was no. We were with a business group for three days and had a normal room with a pool view. Have the photos with set. After the three days we stayed in a suite with a view of the sea transferred. For the normal room we have 332 dollars paid. However without tax, again tax, etc. (please times loosely 17 to 20% expect indicated). The suite should 800 dollars a night costs, no breakfast, without tax. We do have a little traded and it for 482, -dollars, this 7% sales tax (33.82 $, 3% County tax 14.46 $, 3% resort tax 14.46 $, resort fee 13.25 $, to then another 7% sales-, 3% County and 3% resort tax 1.73 $, complete approximately 77 $tax) respect, they are never in the roomRate included.

  • Sport & Entertainment
    3.0

    The pool is stop that, what eternal times normal or eher'besser was. Well maintained, but small and in the inner courtyard. Possibilities of enlargement, there are no. But this is on the whole ocean drive no different. Everything is in protection of historical monuments. At the beach against the hotel has their own section with chairs and hotel's own towels. Well maintained and for guests free of charge.

  • Hotel
    6.0

    A small but fine hotel, I mean, the 60 rooms. Áusgezeichnete kitchen (really excellent, you read the homepage), clean, friendly staff, international audience. All amenities are extra to book.

  • Location
    6.0

    Top location. I think, there is hardly a better. At the end the ocean drive, directly at the beach. But the brochure it seemed, as if the beach right on the hotel, it is not true. In order: hotel, street / ocean drive, park, beach (very wide) to sea all together about 200 meters. To the airport with little to moderate movement 25 to 30 minutes, with the taxi 32 to 35 dollars. Right on ocean drive, very many places to eat (not recommend). Behind the hotel, 2 streets further, some keep right in grain, some beautiful streets, amongst others a pedestrian precinct. Careful with the first shops, all possible Brands have, all fake. Later, a crossing wide all good stores. Also to eat some really cute houses. A street only Mexican, there can one some days meal. And of course shop. In the immediate vicinity but there is still a shopping center (see tips)

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Archived reviews

These are not counted into the current average review rating, as the journey took place more than 25 months ago, or the hotel has completely changed.
Christine
Beautiful, great service, great location archived
  • Recommended hotel
  • Couples
  • Translated
  • Proof of booking
  • Other stay
  • February 2011
The Betsy is a relatively small luxury hotel. Very clean. Breakfast is not included, but there is a restaurant in the building is superb. The guest structure was international. Top service. Everything was very welcoming. read more
  • Room
    6.0

    Great amenities, great bed, everything noble and absolutely clean. TV in the bathroom mirror: -), large TV in the room, of course. stereo with iPod docking station. Bathrobes and slippers in the room. Bookmark with poem on the pillow at night. We loved the style. it was really welcoming.

  • Gastronomy
    6.0

    Restaurant and bar at the hotel. Both top notch. Restaurant was always full during our stay and popular with locals. Steak and fish - with a French chef. You can sit outside and inside. Very good service. Food is great - it is the restaurant, but also to a very good with relevant prices.

  • Service
    6.0

    Fantastic! Friendly! Quick! Clean! I have a contact lenses lost during our stay. The concierge was crazy and bent over backwards to me to get a Ersatzlinse (not easy without any real prescription and late afternoon on! ) Apart from that: as soon as we asked for anything, there it was. Super quick, super friendly.

  • Sport & Entertainment
    6.0

    Sport here was rather not the fundamental point. The pool is very nice, located in the courtyard (nice when it is very hot), very nice lounge chairs all around. Roof terrace with a beautiful lounge area and beach chairs. View of the ocean. Drinks and food you can also order promptly moved here. Beach just across the road. Beach chairs (good with thick cushions), umbrellas, etc. For us, including.

  • Hotel
    6.0

    The Betsy is a relatively small luxury hotel. Very clean. Breakfast is not included, but there is a restaurant in the building is superb. The guest structure was international. Top service. Everything was very welcoming.

  • Location
    6.0

    Great location at the northern end of the Art Deco district, right on Ocean Drive. Everything wonderful within walking distance, but There was nothing going on here without direct in front of the house. Beach just across the road, through the Lummus Park. Sea view from the beautiful rooftop terrace.

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Verena & Georg
Absolutely top archived
  • Recommended hotel
  • Couples
  • Translated
  • Beach holiday
  • January 2011
Very nice boutique hotel right on the ocean Drive 1440! Centrally located (beach, shopping, nightlife within walking distance). Staff very friendly + helpful. Rooms are clean and nice. Highlight: integrated TV in the bathroom mirror!: -) no hesitation in recommending it to others ... We'll come back! read more
  • Room
    5.0
    Size of the bathroom
    4.0
    Cleanliness & linen change
    6.0
    Room amenities (TV, balcony, safe, etc.)
    6.0
    Size of the room
    4.0
  • Gastronomy
    5.5
    Atmosphere & furnishings
    6.0
    Quality of food and drinks
    5.0
    Overall cleanliness in the restaurant and in the dining areas
    6.0
    Variety of food and drinks
    5.0
  • Service
    6.0
    Competence (handling complaints)
    6.0
    Reception, check-in & check-out
    6.0
    Friendliness and helpfulness
    6.0
  • Sport & Entertainment
    5.3
    Quality of the beach
    6.0
    Overall condition of the pool area
    5.0
    Leisure activities (e.g. sauna, tennis, entertainment, etc.)
    5.0
  • Hotel
    5.5
    Condition of the Hotel
    6.0
    General cleanliness of the different areas
    5.0
  • Location
    6.0
    Proximity to shopping areas
    6.0
    Distance to the beach
    6.0
    Transportation connection and available excursions
    6.0
    Restaurants & bars in the area
    6.0
    Other leisure activities available
    6.0
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Uwe & Petra
Great hotel on Ocean Drive archived
  • Recommended hotel
  • Couples
  • Translated
  • Other stay
  • June 2010
The Betsy is an Art Deco hotel right on Ocean Drive in South Beach. It was well arranged with about 60 rooms and suites, spread over 3 floors. The decor is colonial style, not over the top. Breakfast is not included in the room rate, but can be taken in the restaurant with extra charge. The guest structure was mostly on business. read more
  • Room
    6.0

    We had a Master Suite. It consisted of a anteroom with couch, and oversized LED-TV, minibar and safe. It was in a closet an iron, and an ironing board and two robes. The bedroom was a normal size with a master bed and LED TV on the wall. The bedroom was the bathroom. The about 5 sqm large bathroom with a partial shower and for 2 people at the same time a little cramped. Bathrooms include a single sink top, above the large mirrors with TV (Wetterkanal) was integrated. The entire suite with dark wooden floors. Everything was also very clean and exclusive.

  • Gastronomy
    5.0

    There is a restaurant in the building had an interesting menu, we did not try the food, the food was very exclusive and upscale. The bar is nicely furnished with dining counter and seating areas. Our request for a Old-school cocktail was filled immediately. The bar is pretty much the same as the restaurant upscale its game. The cleanliness in the restaurant/bar area is as in the rooms immaculate. At the pool were met by prior arrangement and drink orders. The rates are adapted to the high standard of the hotel, the tips was typical for the country.

  • Service
    6.0

    The staff is very friendly. This already started at the entrance, where every guest holding the door. At the front desk were very friendly. The room was very clean upon arrival.

  • Sport & Entertainment
    6.0

    The hotel's courtyard houses a small pool (between 1.50 and 3 meters deep) with loungers, chairs, mats and towels in high standards. At the beach there was a section of the hotels Betsy, for the guests a beach chair, a mat, an umbrella and towels free spoil yourself.

  • Hotel
    6.0

    The Betsy is an Art Deco hotel right on Ocean Drive in South Beach. It was well arranged with about 60 rooms and suites, spread over 3 floors. The decor is colonial style, not over the top. Breakfast is not included in the room rate, but can be taken in the restaurant with extra charge. The guest structure was mostly on business.

  • Location
    6.0

    The hotel is only separated from the beach by the Ocean Drive. The whole Ocean Drive consists of hotels, restaurants and some shops. At night it is in the restaurants, bars and cafes very busy, but then you find still a place. The hotel offers valet parking, as no parking on Ocean Drive to find. This cost at the Betsy Ross $30 per night.

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