My husband and I stayed for 3 nights at the Opera Suites for the Strickly Sail Boat Show and was pleasantly surprised. The rooms are clean, large (compared to a hotel) and the people at the front desk very friendly and helpful. The kitchen was fully equiped and the views "fantastic" . Request an ocean view you will not get a better view for the $. Very convenient to downtown, restaurants and easy to get a cab if needed. A very safe area and quiet. Do note that if you are looking for a resort this is not for you as it is more of a condotel set up but a great value for the $ compared to the other hotels in the immediate area.

It should be understood first of all that the Opera Suites and Marina is really an "Apparthotel"; i.e., it is a set of condominiums made to operate as a hotel. This is important, because of the expectations that some travellers have regarding a "full service hotel".

As an Apparthotel, it is very good. Its suites are spacious and modern, and most have impressive views of the Miami skyline and the bay. The location is also good, not quite in Downtown, but close enough to the Metromover (free public transit) to make that a non-issue. The pool is large and heated, and the fitness center is likely well-equipped. I found the front desk staff to be friendly and knowledgeable.

As a hotel, it is missing some key things, like a restaurant, room service, a large lobby area to relax in, etc., but if you know this going in, it doesn't bother you that much. There are three large hotels in the immediate vicinity (Doubletree, Marriott, and Hilton) featuring restaurants and shops, and the building next door has a very good and affordable caffeteria (Carrals), where you can sample both typical - simple - American as well as Cuban fare.

Some observations:
(1) They can provide you with extra linens, pillows, blankets, utensils, pots and pans, etc., but these are not in the room when you arrive; you need to ask for them.
(2) The room had been swept clean, but not mopped, so the marble floor was a little dusty on our arrival. This was pointed out to the staff at checkout, and they humbly accepted it, promising to correct it.

Spent 5 days for the NCAA basketball Tournament. The staff we the best.. friendly, helpful and went out of their way. Stayed in a very spacious and comfortable 2 bedroom suite. What a view!!! Bayside, American Airlines Arena, Music and Opera Hall all within walking distance. Did I mention the view!!!

We wanted a couple of days to chill out prior to our honeymoon crusie from Miami and whilst this apartment cost a bit more than we would normally have spent it was well worth the money.
The apartment was on the 22nd floor of a 60+ floor complex, with spectacular views. The 1 bedroom apt was spacious and beautifully fitted out with everything you needed + ample parking on site, but at an extra cost.
Not much in the way of places to shop or eat within walking distance unless you like junk food, but if you have a hire car there are Malls and restaurants within a short drive.
Enjoy!