Fontainebleau Miami Beach

Miami Beach, Miami

Virgin rating

The hotel

Step into the legendary Fontainebleau Miami Beach, where its doors first opened in 1954, welcoming iconic figures like Elvis, Sinatra, and the Rat Pack. Today, it remains a beacon of Miami's vibrant energy, showcasing a captivating design and a nightlife alive with performances from top-tier artists. This lively hotel invites you to dance the night away, nestled within 22 oceanfront acres that seamlessly blend Miami's golden era with modern luxury. Enjoy a refreshing dip in any of the 11 pools, indulge in a spa experience, and savor sophistication with nine diverse dining options, ranging from exquisite sushi to tempting pizzas. Immerse yourself in a world of endless possibilities!

Amenities

  • Windsurfing
  • Wheelchair access
  • Families
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Night Club
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa

Where is it

On 22 acres of beachfront, in the heart of mid-Miami Beach. A 15-minute drive to Ocean Drive and 10 minutes to Lincoln Road Mall. Transfer time from Miami International Airport: 25 minutes.

Hotel information

1,504 rooms and suites on 37 floors in 2 buildings of the original design (Chateau & Versailles), and 2 state-of-the-art towers with suites; all 4 buildings have lifts. All with air-conditioning, plasma TV with pay-per-view films and games, WiFi access*, safe, hairdryer, iron and board, and marble bathroom. Deluxe Bayview Rooms are 300 sq ft and have views of downtown Miami or Biscayne Bay, with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. 

Deluxe Bayview Rooms with Balcony are 320 sq ft and have views of downtown Miami or Biscayne Bay from the private balcony, with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. 

Ocean View Rooms are 320 sq ft and have views of the Atlantic Ocean, with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. 

Ocean View Rooms with Balcony are 400 sq ft and have views of the Atlantic Ocean from the private balcony, with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. 

Bay View Junior Suites are 552 sq ft and have views of downtown Miami or Biscayne Bay, with 1 king-size bed plus sofa bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. 

Bay View Junior Suites with Balcony are as above, but with a private balcony.

Trésor Bay View Junior Suites are 500 sq ft and have a private balcony, kitchenette with mini-fridge, sink and microwave, and 1 king-size bed plus sofa bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child. 

Trésor Ocean View Junior Suites are as above, but with views of the Atlantic Ocean from the balcony. 

Sorrento Ocean View Junior Suites are 575 sq ft and have views of the beach and ocean from the oversized balcony, with floor-to-ceiling windows, a whirlpool tub in the bathroom, kitchenette, and 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. 

Sorrento Oceanfront Junior Suites are 550 sq ft and have unobstructed views of the ocean from the balcony, with floor-to-ceiling windows, a whirlpool tub in the bathroom, and 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. 

Executive Suites are 915 sq ft and have 270-degree views of the ocean and Biscayne Bay, a separate living room, bathroom with oversized jetted tub, wet bar, dining table, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Executive Suite with Balcony are as above, but with a private balcony. 

Grand Suites are 1115 sq ft and have a separate living room with large dining area, wet bar, bathroom with oversized jet whirlpool tub, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Grand Suite with Balcony are as above, but with a private balcony. 

Sorrento Oceanview One Bedroom Suites are 1011 sq ft and have an oversized balcony, large separate living room, fully-equipped kitchen with GE Monogram stainless steel appliances and washer/dryer, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Sorrento Oceanfront One Bedroom Suites are 900 sq ft and have an oversized balcony with views of the ocean, separate living room, bathroom with oversized jet whirlpool tub, fully-equipped kitchen with GE Monogram stainless steel appliances and washer/dryer, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Trésor Oceanview One Bedroom Suites are 1000 sq ft and have a full-size kitchen with washer/dryer, separate living room, 2 bathrooms, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Trésor Bay View One Bedroom Suites are as above, but with views of downtown Miami or Biscayne Bay. 

Valet parking $45 for standard vehicles, $75 for oversized vehicles, plus tax per day (payable locally, subject to change).

Hakkasan (modern Cantonese cuisine, open for dinner, and weekend dim sum lunch). Scarpetta (led by Scott Conant, Italian-inspired dining, open for dinner and Sunday brunch). Stripsteak (classic American steakhouse by Michael Mina, open for dinner). Pizza & Burger (casual menu by Michael Mina, open for dinner). Blade (sushi bar and premium cocktails, open for lunch and dinner). Vida (American brasserie, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). La Cote (beach bar scene with a Med-inspired menu, open for lunch and afternoon snacks). Glow Bar (casual pool bar). Bleau Bar (cocktail bar). Chez Bon Bon (bakery). Fresh (snacks and ice creams). EazyO beachside food delivery app*. Room service*.

LIV nightclub* (admission fee applies). Bleaulive Presents (live entertainment).

11 pools including a 21-and-over day club, and a family pool with children's play area. Poolside cabanas*. 2-storey, 40,000 square foot Lapis Spa*. Fitness centre. Water sports* on the beach including windsurfing, paddle boards and kayaks. Available kids' activities (Fri & Sat 11 am - 2pm) on the Ocean Lawn

Variety of shops. Laundry services*. Babysitting services*. Concierge.

This hotel has a resort fee of $47 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change).

Resort fee includes use of the following amenities - Access to the fitness centre - One daily fitness class per person (based on availability) - Unlimited WiFi in rooms and at the pools - Daily newspapers at the front desk - Local and toll-free numbered calls - Beach chair for each guest - Access to Refresh Lounge - Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: there may be a local charge for use of a roll-away bed for rooms with a king-size bed and for suites. This is subject to change and is charged by the hotel.

Please note: LIV nightclub has a dress code, and the club may be closed due to private parties or special events.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Not what we expected...

Nov 21, 2024 Bryan F

We expected a lot more from this property... Most of the staff were friendly and helpful, but some were rude. Long line at regular check-in so our bellman took us to the VIP check-in lounge, which we appreciated very much, but the person who checked us in did not offer any explanation of the property, did not offer a drink or snack - should have… Read more
We expected a lot more from this property... Most of the staff were friendly and helpful, but some were rude. Long line at regular check-in so our bellman took us to the VIP check-in lounge, which we appreciated very much, but the person who checked us in did not offer any explanation of the property, did not offer a drink or snack - should have been more of a VIP experience in the VIP check-in lounge. In the room there were no bottles of water, instead a $12 bottle of water from the minibar. No robes in room. Toilet flush was extremely loud. The AC unit had a very loud blowing sound that never went off even when we turned the unit off. Small closet and the safe didn't work. The pool area needs a refresh - the towels are old, the lounge chairs are old and not padded and not comfortable, cigarette butts scattered about. Too many people smoking in the outdoor pool area, bar and restaurant. The beach staff were nice but this area needs a refresh as well, old chairs crammed to close together with other guests. We have stayed at other nice hotels in the area such as The Ritz and St. Regis and Delano - we expected more from this hotel. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great Stay and Great Customer Service

Nov 21, 2024 J L

Stayed for a few nights in November for a birthday party. The restaurants, beach and pools were very relaxing and accommodating. The poolside staff greeted us with a smile each time. Especially Lael who was great and super helpful with great conversation.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Pass on this resort - it is not worth the $$$

Nov 19, 2024 John S

What a huge disappointment! I was excited for a year that our conference would be at the Fontainebleau in Miami. The facility is great. The service is so bad it is almost funny. Because of the size of the resort, a huge staff is required. From a business perspective, I understand that it is hard to train a staff this size on proper customer… Read more
What a huge disappointment! I was excited for a year that our conference would be at the Fontainebleau in Miami. The facility is great. The service is so bad it is almost funny. Because of the size of the resort, a huge staff is required. From a business perspective, I understand that it is hard to train a staff this size on proper customer service, but I think the Fontainebleau doesn't even try. The service is HORRIBLE. I waited two hours for room service on a Sunday evening. We went to a bar and ordered three mixed drinks ($30 each) and three glasses of water. We had to ask for the water three times. The mindset among employees seems to be UPSELL, UPSELL, UPSELL. We went to the beach at 4:00 one afternoon, put our brief cases on a chair to check out the water. Within two minutes an employee told me to pay $150 for the chair or get our bags off immediately. The beach was not crowded, we were in dress clothing so it was obvious we weren't staying. I cannot wait to leave this miserable place tomorrow. Read less
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Nov 18, 2024 Lisa R

This is NOT a 5 star resort !!! Within 2 hours of checking in we were booking a room at Aqualina in Sunny Isles ( 22 min. away). Fountainbleu is a tired, ill-kept, unimpressive, dirty, loud, ugly resort. Please do yourself a favor and go up the road to Aqualina. We literally forfeited our stay at FB and checked into Aqualina the next morning by 10… Read more
This is NOT a 5 star resort !!! Within 2 hours of checking in we were booking a room at Aqualina in Sunny Isles ( 22 min. away). Fountainbleu is a tired, ill-kept, unimpressive, dirty, loud, ugly resort. Please do yourself a favor and go up the road to Aqualina. We literally forfeited our stay at FB and checked into Aqualina the next morning by 10 am to complete our vacation.If FB is a 5 star resort then Aqualina is a 50. The service, beauty, atmosphere, beach, cleanliness and overall vibe at Aqualina is simply unmatched. They are impeccable . Fountainbleu is NONE of these things. Read less
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Nov 18, 2024 Companion21697

This hotel has a lot going for it. It is kept spotlessly clean. The pools are plentiful, and you can't beat the view of the Atlantic Ocean. We spent most of our time by the pool. Shout out to Benjamin, he was so on top of our sun bed, towels and our needs. He was also very entertaining and informative. When he was off, we had English, Leo and… Read more
This hotel has a lot going for it. It is kept spotlessly clean. The pools are plentiful, and you can't beat the view of the Atlantic Ocean. We spent most of our time by the pool. Shout out to Benjamin, he was so on top of our sun bed, towels and our needs. He was also very entertaining and informative. When he was off, we had English, Leo and Gianpiero. They also were terrific. I would give them all an A plus. The entire pool staff were great. The beach was very accessible and had plenty of chairs and beds. Coming from New Jersey I can tell you the ocean water was warm. The restaurants are varied and are all good. Very pricy and every tab had an 15% facility fee added. If you are going for a quiet time this is not your place. There are many conferences going on all of the time. Weekdays are mostly quiet and relaxing. Once the weekend starts they fill up with many younger people and the music becomes very loud. Luckily, nothing after 8:00P.M. The bellman are great so are the people in admissions. Basically, great staff. Would We go again? Yes but We will have to save up first. Read less