Accessible only by auto ferry or yacht, this distinctive hotel is set around the historic Vanderbilt Mansion on a private 216-acre residential island in Biscayne Bay. The estate comprises 15 guest accommodations and six dining venues, including elegant Porto Cervo for Italian cuisine and Garwood Lounge steakhouse for guests 21 years or older. Spacious, recently renovated Guest House Suites provide garden or ocean views and separate living rooms with sleeper sofas. Hotel facilities include an acclaimed Pete Dye nine-hole golf course, 18 tennis courts, a beach club overlooking a private stretch of sand, a saltwater pool, a yacht marina, a gym and a full-service Mediterranean-style spa. Complimentary golf carts are provided for convenient travel around the island.
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Atmosphere of serenity and seclusion; exceptionally friendly and obliging staff.
The attitude of some homeowners, who clearly regard hotel guests as an unnecessary inconvenience.
There are several ferries, and the service runs 24 hours a day, making it easy to dine or shop in Miami Beach.
Lowest Rate: Courtyard Studio, $890; Editor’s Choice: Guest House Suite, $1,000.
Ferry transportation; Golf cart rental; Wi-Fi
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