Worth Traveling For
Positioned right across the street from the renowned Bal Harbour Shops, The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort is an idyllic haven for those who want the best of both worlds. On one hand, there’s picture-perfect beachfront access. On the other, the incredible collection of luxury designer shopping is within arm’s reach. Even within the hotel, savvy shoppers will enjoy the selection across a series of boutiques.
The property consists of several 27-story towers soaring high above Collins Ave, with guests enjoying endless ocean views from their private balconies. There are multiple revamped in-house dining venues, including BH Prime for steakhouse dinners, Atlantikos for Greek and Mediterranean fare throughout the day, and the St. Regis Bar, with Japanese-centric cocktails, sushi, and other pan-Asian bites.
The resort — for Miami mainstays and those reacquainting themselves with the area — shines with its attentive service and pristine positioning.
Hotel Highlights
The St. Regis Bal Harbour’s wide swath of powdery, white sand beach beckons sun seekers, as does its expansive pool areas. There’s the main family pool, a residents’ pool, an immersive ocean lawn, and the adults-only tranquility pool, separated between various tiers and terraces among a manicured courtyard setting. Snag some extra privacy with reserveable cabanas in the form of oceanfront day villas.
Thanks to everything from an art gallery to a live pianist — not to mention morning juice and coffee stations that switch over into a complimentary gelato cart by the afternoon — the lobby here becomes a true hub over the course of a stay. Be sure to pop into the bar for the daily Champagne sabering, of course, along with the other requisite freebies and add ons provided by St. Regis butler service.
When you’re looking to maximize your wellness, The Spa at St. Regis Bal Harbour awaits. Fitness itself is another focal point, with complimentary classes and beach bike rentals.
Rooms & Experience
As you enter the hotel for the first time through a glam, mirrored corridor, you’ll feel as if you’re already part of Miami’s glitterati. And between the Champagne sabering and complimentary drinks doled out in the lobby from time to time, you’ll always have a glass of bubbly in your hands, if you’d like to, at least.
Suites are topped out by a few staggering options, such as the four-bedroom Ocean Palace suite, the eight-bedroom Grand Palace suite accessible via private hallway, and the 2,800 square-foot Presidential suite on the 24th floor.
Even Deluxe rooms provide large, welcoming living spaces with 650 square feet of space and elegant design touches such as marble floors, pops of St. Regis purple alongside shimmery gold and natural woods, and ample, well-equipped closets.
When you consider that the standard here is for every guestroom to have an ocean view and a spacious balcony with lounge chairs, there’s really not a bad room in the house. You’ll also appreciate the staggered design of the exteriors — adjacent balconies are not aligned with one another — maximizing privacy.
What to Know Before You Book
Whether it’s for a quick weekend jaunt or a longer stay, guests will feel at ease as soon as they arrive. Even pool staffers quickly remember names and preferences, and cater to your needs.
The suite life is sweet indeed. Current offers for any suite include roundtrip airport transports, two 60-minute spa treatments, daily breakfast credits, oceanfront villa rentals, a generous resort food and beverage credit, and inclusive, non-alcoholic minibar items. It’s basically an all-in package that makes upgrading your accommodations an easy choice, not to mention a comfortable, convenient, and classy one.
Address: 9703 Collins Avenue, Bal Harbour, Florida 33154
Closest Airport: The property is equally positioned between the Miami and Fort Lauderdale airports, with transfers to either taking about 30 minutes.
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