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Surfcomber Miami South Beach, a Kimpton Hotel: Traveler Reviews

4.0 of 5
1717 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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boston
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“A Gem”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 9, 2012

Awesome stay at the Surfcomber. From the front desk staff to the room and facilities I have to rank this in the top 5% of hotels I have stayed in while in South Beach------and I have been coming to SB for the past 20 years. Love the scale of the hotel, and location is A+.
Will be back next year for Art Basel and this is the only place I want to stay.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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smckeen, General Manager at Surfcomber Miami South Beach, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
December 24, 2012
ollipome-
Thank you for the amazing posting.
It’s really flattering the read that we are the only place you would like to stay.
We welcome your return.
Warm Regards & Happy Holidays.
sm
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Hoover, Alabama
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Great service, clean rooms although small, perfect location.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 9, 2012

Our party of 2 stayed here over the Thanksgiving holiday, 2012. Great location, clean rooms, clean pool. Check out the Decobike rack near the walk way/pool area. We rented bikes and rode all over Southbeach. This property IS on the beach. It's a little bit of a walk, but just grab your beach bag and head over to the beach. Or, the hotel will help you reserve an umbrella and chairs.

The restaurant was a little slow to serve, so we mainly ate at other locations. You can walk easily to most places. I believe the entire hotel was renovated in 2011.

Within 1 block, you can easily walk to the pharmacy that sells many items including groceries. We wish we would have walked there the first day for water, snacks, etc... The service at this property was great, in our opinion. We had a hard time tipping the staff as they actually said no tip was necessary!?!? Much thanks to them!

The pool area is very relaxing and we had no problem finding a chair. The staff will dress your chair with a towel, although I don't think there is drink service poolside. There is a small bar in the form of a hut, but we didn't visit. If you want to play volleyball or relax in the oversized bean bags - it's easy. Overall, YES we will go back. It was our first stay, but it's a place we like.

Room Tip: Ask for a room as close to the beach as possible.
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  • Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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smckeen, General Manager at Surfcomber Miami South Beach, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
December 24, 2012
Paul D-
Thank you for staying with us for your Thanksgiving holiday get away.
We look forward to your return.
Happy holidays.
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41 reviews 41 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
“In a word...Perfect.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 4, 2012

Went here for my 30th birthday with a few friends, and I have to admit after reading such promising reviews, I had high expectations...and I was blown away. From the minute we got to the hotel, the staff was impeccably attentive and there was champagne and a nice card signed by the staff in my room waiting for me...Surfcomber made my 30th birthday unforgettable!! From the amazing food (orange duck noodles were awesome), hosted wine hour, great beach service, Ricky at the Mixology lessons, I honestly would not have changed a thing. We are actually staying at another Kimpton in Arizona just because of the great experience we had...I hope they live up to the standard that Surfcomber set! Thanks to all the staff for an amazing trip, and we will definitely be back again!!

Room Tip: Balcony rooms are awesome...
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  • Stayed November 2012, traveled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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smckeen, General Manager at Surfcomber Miami South Beach, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
December 6, 2012
NebraskaDude-
Happy belated 30th birthday.
It so great to read about exceeding expectations.
We hope to see you again soon.
Warm Regards,
Sean McKeen
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New York City, New York
2 reviews
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“Perfect weekend getaway”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 3, 2012

I have been to South Beach many times. I usually stay at a hotel a few times if I like it and then try somewhere new...just because. Friends told me about the Surfcomber, so it was time for a try. Everyone on staff was so pleasant and accommodating. The hotel is low key and very pretty. Rooms were average size and nicely appointed. Pool area is so pleasant and relaxing.

Room Tip: Go for the courtyard rooms. Quiet and peaceful
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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smckeen, General Manager at Surfcomber Miami South Beach, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
December 6, 2012
richard960-
Thank you for trying us out.
We are very appreciative of your perfect weekend getaway posting.
We hope you start to staying with us regularly and forget about trying out anything new.
See you soon.
sm
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Westchester County, New York
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7 reviews 7 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Nice Stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 2, 2012

Recently stayed for 6 nights. 1st time at a Kimpton, and hopefully not last...very nice hotel; unique style, and good service: thanks to Michie, Vanessa and Ehren for making my stay a pleasant one. Good location and great beach & pool service. Rooms are nicely decorated.

Room Tip: North building; garden view on 3rd floor was relatively quiet
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  • Stayed November 2012, traveled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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smckeen, General Manager at Surfcomber Miami South Beach, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
December 3, 2012
happy619-
Thank you for the nice stay posting.
We really appreciate reading that you enjoyed our unique style & friendly employees.
We hope to see you back again soon.
Warm Regards,
Sean McKeen
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Also Known As:
Doubletree Miami Beach
Miami Beach Doubletree
Doubletree Surfcomber
Address: 1717 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
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Region: United States > Florida > Miami Beach
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Bar/Lounge Beach Business Center Fitness Center Kids Activities Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
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