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The Blue
5300 NW 87th Ave, Doral, FL 33178
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Most attractrive room ever!

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4 of 5 stars
Islanddiamond 3 contributions
Maitland
Dec 2, 2008 | Trip type: Business, Couples

The Blue is brand spanking new. If you are in Miami for business or need to be somewhat near the airport then this is a great place. It is not in downtown or south beach. The location is in Doral and on a golf course. The room I stayed in was a golf view suite. It was HUGE! It was very contemporary without being weird. The suite was more like a large apartment or small house. It has a kitchen, family area, balcony, washer and dryer and an extra large bathroom. The 42" flat screen tv can be viewed in the sitting area or the bedroom. There is also a tv in the bathroom. Extra large bathtub with jets. The suite is just gorgeous and I have pretty high standards from traveling around the world. Since the place just opened they are working out the kinks at the restaurant by the pool. The food was great. They have a steak house restaurant that will be off the lobby but is not open yet. The hotels photos are nice but not near as attractive as you will see in person. The staff is young, somewhat inexperienced but helpful and willing to go the extra mile.

  • Liked — I could have lived there that house large and comfortable it was.
  • Disliked — The location is not where most travelers go in Miami.
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay November 2008
  • Visit was for Business
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since March 29, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Families with teenagers
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Beautiful Place

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5 of 5 stars
AdrianSmithUK 8 contributions
London
Nov 29, 2008 | Trip type: Couples

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and I would defiantly recommend the hotel on a room only basis. We paid a little more than the price of a good motel and got a fantastic 1 bed suite that was more like an apartment than a hotel room.

Pros: The room, staff, resort facilities, 52inch plasma living room TV, 42 inch plasma bedroom TV, 20 inch bathroom TV and wifi are 5-star. The neighbourhood is safe and quiet and is about 10-miles from the beach.

Cons: The staff are friendly but I wouldn't really say that the service is 5-star. The breakfast for example was a bun and some coffee. I also found the noise of neighbouring doors shutting excessive. A door damper system would be a good investment.

I didn’t mind the negative issues too much because we got the room so cheap. If I’d paid the book rate I might not have been writing such a complimentary review.

  • Liked — wifi, TVs, room, staff
  • Disliked — breakfast
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay November 2008
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since November 29, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun
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Great for Race Fans

The Blue

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5 of 5 stars
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Miam1
Nov 19, 2008 | Trip type: Friends getaway

My co-workers and I stayed at the Blue during our annual trip to the NASCAR Championship Weekend in Homestead, Florida. In the past, we have always stayed at the Doral Marriott Resort next door, but this year we decided to make a chance. Man I am glad we did.

The Blue is a outstanding resort featuring the largest and most elegant rooms in the Miami area. I have stayed at a lot of hotels in Miami, but nothing like the place. This recently opened resort will soon be the hottest ticket in town. Forget South Beach... check out the Blue. Can not wait to go back!

  • Liked — The elegence of the rooms
  • Disliked — Could stay as long as I wanted
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay November 2008
  • Traveled with Friends
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since September 10, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Pet owners, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun, Sporting event
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Spoiled!

The Blue

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5 of 5 stars
Carolina28104 2 contributions
Charlotte
Jul 25, 2008 | Trip type: Business, Couples

While I agree with other reviews that The Blue is not at the title of a resort yet, I was totally impressed with the facility.

We had a function at The Doral and were unable to book rooms there. However, comparing the rooms between the 2, I was extremely satisfied with The Blue.

The room was spacious, with soft music playing when we entered. We were escourted to our room by a pleasant employee following a hassle-free check-in. Attention to details was evident, from the superior linens and towels, plush robes, HD tv's, and great products.

If you are looking for onsite restaurants, activities, and busy schedules, The Blue is not for you. However, if you're interested in quiet luxery with a beautiful golf course view, The Blue cannot be beat.

The Blue has spoiled me. As we travel I always compare other hotels to The Blue. Other places always come up short!

  • Liked — Spacious rooms
  • Disliked — Everything met my expectations
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay June 2008
  • Visit was for Business
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 50-64
  • Member since July 25, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Business meeting / Event
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No phones nothing to offer their guest

The Blue

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1 of 5 stars
msmith45Ny_ny 1 contribution
NY,NY
Jul 7, 2008 | Trip type: Business

Well when called and made our reservation we were told that they were in a very soft opening and little did we no that hey weren't going to be any phones. The keys didn't work to get into our room as well. The rooms were very large and spacious but as I read one of your earlier comments I have to agree that they are very boring inside as well.
They still have no food to offer they're guest and still have no access to play golf at the Marriott which is were you have to go to play golf. Next time I agree I will be staying at the Marriott were they know what to and how to accommodate their guest. Oh I asked for water and they severed me in a glass and check in is in a trailer off the hotel site. Very disappointed.

  • Liked — Location
  • Disliked — EVERYTHING
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
    • 1 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay July 2008
  • Visit was for Business
  • Traveled with Business colleagues
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since July 07, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? No
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Business meeting / Event, Golf
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5300 NW 87th Ave, Doral, FL 33178