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Clevelander Hotel: Traveler Reviews

3.5 of 5
1020 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139 (Flamingo / Lummus)
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 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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Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“THE South Beach party hotel!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 2, 2012

Great hotel!! If you are coming to South Beach to party, this is the place!! If you want to just relax and take it easy, go somewhere else. If you want non-stop music and excitement, the Clevelander is your home. (The music goes from 11am to 5am so the rooms come with earplugs. Is that cool or what!)

The staff is exceptional. We had a group of 4. The suites come with a personal host and Chad was our guy. Chad was outstanding in all of the pre-planning that we did as he regularly responded to our needs and then contacted us with immediacy once he had solutions in placed. When we had to alter any plans, he obliged and took care of the business at hand. Chas was an excellent resource but what most impressed us was that he genuinely took an interest in wanting to make certain that we had the BEST time possible during our stay.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Fort Lewis, Washington, United States
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
“Short Vacation”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 1, 2012

I was a visitor for 3 days. Rooms were smaller than I would have liked but they are clean. Bathroom is tiny tiny but clean. Great staff! Tight security. Great food!But food service isn't 24 hours :( Great location! Cant wait to go back.

  • Stayed June 2012, traveled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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London, United Kingdom
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“A home away from home. Highly recommended”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 28, 2012

I very rarely give a place 5 stars but after checking out of the clevelander hotel this morning I left with a feeling of pure joy (and sadness to be leaving)
Where to start?!

-The Good-
Extremely friendly staff at every turn. It's as if only cool, good looking people are employed. From the receptionists to the waiters to security and even the night concierge when we stroll in at 5am. We knew many by name by the end of the 5 night stay. It was really like a home away from home!

Every request was dealt with efficiently and free of charge. For example, most nights we ordered limes and a bucket of ice to go with our shop bought liquor (cheaper option opposed to the overpriced drinks on the strip) it arrived to our room immediately with cups and straws to boot.
My friend ordered a coffee and they just smiled and said "don't even worry about it" when she asked how much it was.
On the last night we were so hungover, that we requested we sleep in a bit rather than check out at 11am, and they didn't mind one bit. Nor did they charge for the 2 hour extra lie in we took after check out time.
Also, whenever we requested our room be clean, they didn't hesitate to call up room service and provide fresh towels, linens and give the room a once over...

Location-wise, this hotel is in the best place. Bang in the middle of ocean drive. A stones throw from south beach, 10 blocks from trendy nikki beach (a must go for Sunday brunch and Sunday night raving), a walk away from shops and great restaurants (española way food is amazing) and downtown Miami is only a 10 minute drive.
The hotel itself hosted many of its own lovely nights. Never a dull moment.
A few reviews complained that the hotel was too noisy and the earplugs provided had to be used. I disagree. We had a pool view room and despite the music being on from morning till 5am, it never bothered us once.
The room seemed to block out most the noise.
I could go on and on about how much we loved staying at this hotel, but I'm sure you get the drift. If you're looking for a fun holiday in Miami then this is the place to be!
Definitely worth the extra £s for location and atmosphere.

-The Bad-
Teensiest criticism would be that the food wasn't the best, but you have to get away from ocean drive for good food anyway; try their sister hotel Japanese restaurant round the corner, though. Delicious.

  • Stayed November 2012
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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ClevelanderMgmt, Public Relations Manager at Clevelander Hotel, responded to this review
December 20, 2012
Hello,

Thank you for the great review of The Clevelander South Beach! We are thrilled that you had such a memorable experience during your stay with us. We strive to create a “home away from home” experience for all of our guests, and we are pleased that all our associates were able to make your trip special.

We're also so glad you had the opportunity to try Zen Sai - we love it too!

We look forward to your next trip to South Beach!

Best,

Kelsey Jones
Clevelander & Essex House Hotels
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1 review
“Party central with the added bonus of being able to head upstairs to bed!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 20, 2012 via mobile

Great place if you enjoy partying, drinking and socialising. Right on the beach and close to places where you can hire bikes, roller blades and segways, or just take a stroll down the beach front and enjoy the views! Domingo at the front desk is an absolute darling, if I could have put him in my suitcase I would have!!

Our room had a strange petrol smell on the second last day and they moved us to another room, no worries. All the staff are lovely and super friendly - highly recommend.

Jess and Emma :)

  • Stayed November 2012
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Great feel good hotel!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 18, 2012

Wow...people really care in this hotel.... went to Miami the day before our cruise... our Son booked this hotel and it was soooooo nice......I forgot how great it feels to be treated like a queen. This hotel is not only in a perfect location but there's alot a perks. They had food and wine samples and an outside bar with lots of happy people. The staff members are very nice and Brad at the front desk couldn't do enough for us. Hat's off to your mangement...I'll be back soon.

Room Tip: Not near the bar.... if you want to sleep
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  • Stayed November 2012, traveled with family
    • 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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Also Known As:
Clevelander
Clevelander Miami Beach
Address: 1020 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
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Region: United States > Florida > Miami Beach > Flamingo / Lummus
Amenities:
Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#42 Family Hotels in Miami Beach
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Clevelander is bringing the adult playground experience back to the beach. A 70-year tradition of fun is now enhanced more than ever thanks to a complete renovation of its boutique hotel featuring 60 cozy rooms and Rock Star Suites, the ground floor poolside bars and new Clevelander Café, the Game On Sports Bar, and the new additions including the C-Level Rooftop Terrace and SPF4 Sundeck, and the property's first indoor nightlife venue – 1020 Music Boxx. ... more   less 
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