This a well situated Hojo for short stays. If your looking for lodging in Miami for more than a week with the kids, look elsewhere. This property is ideal if your in the Miami area for a couple days on a stopover between flights or a cruise. Well situated, straddling the 826 - quick access to all points.
What I especially liked about this hotel was its construction. Since it's a older property and somewhat like an office building, its concrete - steel reinforced so very quiet. I stayed in a double on the 9th floor. Quick, fast elevators. Had to go one floor lower for ice but no big deal, can use the stairs. Clean, well maintained pool as well with operational hot tub alongside. Fresh water shower not working. In house fitness room was closed but hotel does provide free passes to gym across the street. Good one too.
Accommodations were decent and clean. Double bed and pillows of average quality. TV with plenty of channels. Room carpet could use a serious deep cleaning. Not to mention the hallways. (I don't understand why hotels do not clean carpets more often. Little things like that can go a long way in improving guest experience). The bathroom/toilet was a little worse for wear but clean enough. Note: Room windows do not open.
Staff was all round very pleasant. The front desk staff and housekeeping personnel especially helpful and friendly. This is a big property, so I can imagine the stress on the entire team to meet all guests expectations. Concierge even heated my soup up for me in the staff microwave.
No question I would stay here again. The rate is competitive - period. Free parking and free wireless internet throughout the property.
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