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Dream South Beach: Traveler Reviews

4.0 of 5
1111 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139 (Formerly Tudor Hotel & Palmer House)
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Dream South Beach
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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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Chatham, Canada
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Part of the South Beach Experience”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 4, 2013

We had a very enjoyable stay at this hotel. We certainly admired the considerable care taken in the design aspects especially of the room and the rooftop. The room (and the entire hotel) were squeaky clean. I've read other reviews complaining of noise on Collins; we had no such problem, but did have a side room. We spent $16 on two drinks on the rooftop during happy hour, which features a two for one deal. This was terribly overpriced considering the type and size of the drink. We tried not to let this (or the rude bartender) spoil our time up there, as it is an absolutely beautiful place to be!

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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 4 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
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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DreamSouthBeach, Front Office Manager at Dream South Beach, responded to this review
January 9, 2013
Thank you very much for your review! We are so happy to hear that you loved our design of the room and our beautiful rooftop pool and lounge. All of us here at Dream look forward to a chance to welcome you both back and give you another awesome experience here in South Beach. See you next time!
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Stockholm, Sweden
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24 reviews 24 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
“Overpriced and trendy”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 3, 2013

Stayed for a couple of nights during New Years Eve. Paid a good 400 dollars a night for a room towards Collins Avenue. As one would expect this room got to be extremely noisy at nights due to the busy road right outside our window.

However, the hotel was clean and our room was impeccable. Comfortable bed and cool mood lights.

Great roof top pool and lounge area. We didn't mind the loud music but wouldn't recommend it to someone seeking tranquility.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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DreamSouthBeach, Front Office Manager at Dream South Beach, responded to this review
January 9, 2013
Dear Guest,

Thank you for staying with us and taking the time to share your experiences with us. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the cool lighting design and our amazingly comfortable beds, as well as our beautiful rooftop pool and lounge. We appreciate your business, and hope to see you both again soon. Until then, take care!
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Blackpool
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59 reviews 59 reviews
21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
“What a beautiful Hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 3, 2013

We had a lovely room in this hotel where we stayed before emabrking on our Bahamas cruise. The room although compact was beautiful; comfy beds and everything you would need for your stay. The roof top pool was excellent and heated to a good temperature so warm it was like having a bath. My only cristism would be the bar prices were very expensive. But the sunlongers and beds around the pool also very comfy. Service was good and always with a smile.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 3 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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DreamSouthBeach, Front Office Manager at Dream South Beach, responded to this review
January 9, 2013
Very nice! Thank you so much for your great review! We are so pleased that you were able to enjoy the cool design of our hotel, and relax in true South Beach style. We also love hearing that you were able to interact with our friendly staff and allow them to take care of you. Thanks for choosing Dream, and we hope to see you again soon!
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New York City, New York
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11 reviews 11 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Bad Service, Tiny Room”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed January 2, 2013

I spent three nights at the Dream and was very disappointed. The worst thing about the Dream was the service. I called the front desk around 8:00pm and asked for my room to be cleaned while I was out to dinner; the front desk promised it would be. I came back around 9:30/10pm -- not cleaned. Called again. The front desk would send someone right away, so we went upstairs to the pool rather than relaxing in the room. We came back around 11pm -- not cleaned. Called again. At that point, "no one was available" to clean my room (which I do not believe) but -- guess what? -- they could send up new sheets so I could make my own bed. Gee thanks. I told them to forget it and I'd just wait until the next day. We went to the beach the next day and I came back around 2pm in the afternoon to get something from the room. It still was not cleaned. Amazing! I went to the concierge. He was vaguely apologetic and took off the $8.99 fee for the beach chairs that the hotel informed me that I would need to pay when I arrived (not before). As for the rooms, I think they are supposed to be "sexy" with open glass showers, but there is nothing less sexy than the open glass-door toilets. (Oh and when I arrived, I had to call the front desk because the glass door to the toilet didn't even close.) Privacy matters aside, instead of focusing on being "VIP" or "luxe," they should focus on providing service that I would expect from any hotel. I'd rather have a clean room than a glass of a bottle of $5 sparkling wine when I arrive. Definitely not the service I would expect from one of the Dream's more established competitors. The plus is that it's a pretty central location. The guy at the poolside bar also gave some good restaurant recommendations, which was helpful.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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DreamSouthBeach, Front Office Manager at Dream South Beach, responded to this review
January 9, 2013
Dear Guest,

I would like to offer you my apologies that you experienced some issues with your room not being cleaned at the times you requested. I checked with our Housekeeping Department and our records, and I do show that you received service during your stay. However, I apologize for the apparent miscommunication that occurred when you requested additional service later in the evening, and our ability to accommodate that request.

I would love a chance to speak with you directly about your stay, and hopefully you will give me the chance to restore your faith in us. I may be contacted at: johnwalbridge@dreamsouthbeach.com, or 305-673-4747. Thank you again for sharing your feedback, and I look forward to speaking with you. Take care!

Sincerely,

John Walbridge - Front Office Manager
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Lake Mary, Florida
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Outstanding service, nice room”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 31, 2012

Spent the last two nights. The staff and service was outstanding, particularly Henry, who greeted us when we arrived and made us feel like a VIP. Also, our bartender, Emily, on the rooftop bar,was particularly attentive and gave us great advice on night spots. This is the first time I have ever written a review but felt compelled to after the outstanding job they did for us. The only downside was the glass doors to the bathroom.

  • Stayed December 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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DreamSouthBeach, Front Office Manager at Dream South Beach, responded to this review
January 9, 2013
Thank you so much for your great comments about Henry and Emily - they really have a great time interacting with their guests and making sure everything is just right. We really appreciate your business, and we hope you will return and visit us again soon!
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Also Known As:
Dream South Beach Hotel
Dream South Beach Hotel Miami Beach
Address: 1111 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139 (Formerly Tudor Hotel & Palmer House)
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Region: United States > Florida > Miami Beach
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Romantic Hotels in Miami Beach
#9 Family Hotels in Miami Beach
#10 Luxury Hotels in Miami Beach
#12 On the Beach Hotels in Miami Beach
#38 Business Hotels in Miami Beach
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Dream is a fashionable Art Deco-inspired paradise located in the heart of South Beach. Our hotel is surrounded by stylish boutiques, the hottest clubs and is just 50 yards from pristine white sand beaches. Right next door is another fashionable address, Villa by Barton G., once known as the famed Versace Mansion Casa Casuarina.Art Deco style meets French Moroccan chic at our South Beach luxury hotel, boasting 108 guestrooms and suites designed by Michael Czysz with modern amenities such as large flat screen TVs, high-speed Wi-Fi, fully-stocked minibars, Etro bath amenities and much more. While here, be immersed in late 70’s poolside glamour at our rooftop pool and lounge, indulge in Northern Italian fare at Serafina Dream South Beach, slip into ecstasy with a relaxing spa treatment at Shala Spa, and enjoy an atmosphere that is both cosmopolitan and comfortable. ... more   less 
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