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Clifton South Beach Hotel

3.0 of 5
1343 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139 (Flamingo / Lummus)
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Clifton South Beach Hotel
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Oslo, Norway
Top Contributor
94 reviews 94 reviews
57 hotel reviews
Reviews in 66 cities Reviews in 66 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

It is a cute small modern hotel. Finding it was easy, but there are many lanes leading to Miami Beach. Pray and then concentrate! The receptionist knew his job, but was not very friendly. That was generously compensated by another chap helping us. Parking is in an adjoining communal parking garage over several floors. It costs about $20 a night.... More

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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

Very clean. The hotel seems like was renovated recently. The rooms are a little small, but very clean. I stayed for just one night (4 hours) and would definitely stay here again. Great value for the price.

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New York City, New York
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23 reviews 23 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

A little funky, in a cool way. With mood lighting and music. Small and convenient. Clean, no real issues. Good for a weekend getaway. Have to walk to sister hotel to pool, a block to beach, a block to shops, etc...

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Matthew C, General Manager at Clifton South Beach Hotel, responded to this review
May 13, 2013

ByAirByLandBySea- Thank you for your review, We are glad you enjoyed or Funky little Eco Friendly Hotel and hope to see you next time! More

Boston, Massachusetts
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

My husband and I stayed at this hotel for one night before leaving on a cruise that departed from Miami. We used a GROUPON voucher and although I had read the bad reviews, we booked it anyway. It's at a great location, better than we expected. The hotel itself is pretty hip with its decor/ lighting, clean, and we weren't... More

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Matthew C, General Manager at Clifton South Beach Hotel, responded to this review
May 13, 2013

C T- Thank you for the 4 star review, We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us at the Clifton and thank you for the reccomendation. More

St. Petersburg, Florida
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24 reviews 24 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

I picked this hotel for my South Beach visit due to it's location to an event I was attending. It was a bit pricey, but being able to walk to everything and not drive was worth the added expense. The hotel staff were outstanding. Rooms were a bit small, but loved that everything was eco-friendly. Pool was located a block... More

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Matthew C, General Manager at Clifton South Beach Hotel, responded to this review
May 13, 2013

Robyn R- Thank you for the 5 star review, We appericiate you complimenting our staff and our location and hope to see you when you return to South Beach. More

Burlington, Vermont
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

Since this hotel was quite "different" from most other Choice hotels I have been to, I liked its uniqueness. However, the staff could have been alittle more welcoming and friendly. The room was very clean and cute décor, and I did not experience the noise problem that others have mentioned. I was not aware of the "resort fee" prior to... More

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Matthew C, General Manager at Clifton South Beach Hotel, responded to this review
May 13, 2013

JanH466- Thank you for your review and pointing out we are unique as we are a 100% LEED certified property. I apologize you did not feel our staff was as welcoming as they should have been as we always try to show guest appreciation we will take your comments and improve our service. More

Knoxville, Tennessee
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16 reviews 16 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013

My sister and I took a weekend trip together down to Miami. This was our first time actually staying down at the beach as we usually stay in Westchester. The location is good as its only a block from the beach which is nice. The also provide you with beach towel so you do not have to worry about bringing... More

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Matthew C, General Manager at Clifton South Beach Hotel, responded to this review
May 13, 2013

Fl0r1dal0v3r- Thank you for the 4 star review, We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us and apologize for the confusion with the patio. The Patio is owned by the hotel however it is reserved for patrons of the lounge in the evening, I apologize you were not able to use the patio that evening More

Bridgenorth ON Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

This was our first trip to Miami and we were really looking forward to seeing and staying in South Beach. As ardent supporters of Choice Hotels with over 100 trouble free stays we felt confident booking with the Clifton, as the Ascend Collection Hotels are touted as being one of the best places to stay. What a big mistake!!!! Noise... More

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Matthew C, General Manager at Clifton South Beach Hotel, responded to this review
April 11, 2013

daveandi217- daveandi217- I am sorry to hear about your experience, Our staff is typically complimented by reviewers for their excellent service, I do apologize we were unable to meet your needs. March is a very busy month with Miami Music Festival that runs most of the month, also with spring break in March and April Miami definitely attracts a younger... More

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London, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2013

I was there with my 5 years old child and we wasn't able to sleep every night,first when all young guys going out,laughing,banging with shoes on the floor at about midnight and then again when the coming back drunk about 4-5 o'clock in the morning,every night they were so loud screaming and laughing ,I was shocked that no one from... More

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Matthew C, General Manager at Clifton South Beach Hotel, responded to this review
April 11, 2013

ARTUREK05- I apologize you did not find the Clifton staff attentive to your requests typically the staff is complimented for their service so I do apologize we did not meet your needs. March is a very busy month with Miami Music Festival that runs most of the month, also with spring break in March and April Miami definatley attracts a... More

Leicester, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
36 reviews 36 reviews
31 hotel reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2013

Slightly dubious about what to expect but ended up completely delighted by our one night stay here. We parked in the municipal car park which is next door. It cost $20 for 24 hours which we thought was very reasonable. Found the place no problem. Staff very friendly and helpful when couldn't get wifi straight off, lady went and rebooted... More

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Matthew C, General Manager at Clifton South Beach Hotel, responded to this review
April 11, 2013

Hannahwithah- Thank you for the 5 Star review! We appericiate all our feedback especially that from a senior contributor. We were glad to have you and hope to see you next time! More

 
 
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What travelers say

  • Resort fee(9)
  • Very small(5)
  • Air conditioner(4)
  • Rooms are clean(4)
  • Continental breakfast(3)
  • Art deco(3)

Additional Information about Clifton South Beach Hotel

Address: 1343 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Region: United States > Florida > Miami Beach > Flamingo / Lummus
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free High-Speed Internet Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#25 Business Hotels in Miami Beach
#60 On the Beach Hotels in Miami Beach
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Clifton Hotel was recently transformed so guests can enjoy a classic boutique experience that is fresh, hip and eco-friendly. We looked at all aspects of updating our 35 room Art Deco historic building using resource conserving technology and selecting environmentally friendly materials. ... more   less 
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