How to get to InterContinental Miami from Miami airports and ports
InterContinental Miami is at 100 Chopin Plaza on the downtown Biscayne Bay waterfront, a short drive from Miami International Airport (MIA) and essentially next door to PortMiami. From MIA the fastest options are taxi or rideshare (about 12 minutes by car); public transit uses MIA Mover + Metrorail + Metromover to Bayfront Park station, which sits across the street from the hotel.
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From Miami International Airport (MIA)
By car, taxi or rideshare is the simplest option: drive time is typically about 12 minutes depending on traffic. The hotel address is 100 Chopin Plaza, Miami, FL 33131 — use that for navigation or rideshare pickup.
If you prefer public transit, follow this route: take the free MIA Mover from the airport to the Intermodal Center, board the Orange Line Metrorail into downtown, then transfer to the free Metromover and exit at Bayfront Park station, which is directly across the street from the hotel.
- Taxi / rideshare: 12–20 minutes typical; fares vary (rideshare estimates available from the hotel concierge).
- Public transit: MIA Mover (free) → Metrorail (Orange Line) → Metromover → Bayfront Park station (walk across street).
- If arranging a private transfer, contact the hotel concierge in advance for help booking.
| Option | Typical time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi / Rideshare | ≈12 minutes | Drop-off at 100 Chopin Plaza |
| MIA Mover + Metrorail + Metromover | ≈30–45 minutes | Free MIA Mover to Intermodal Center, then pay Metrorail fare |
| Private transfer | Varies | Hotel concierge can arrange |
From Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is farther north; driving or rideshare is usually the most practical choice. Travel time by car typically ranges with traffic and can be significantly longer than from MIA.
If you want rail, Brightline offers high-speed service from near FLL (via shuttle to a station) into downtown Miami at MiamiCentral; from MiamiCentral you can transfer to the free Metromover to Bayfront Park station.
- Rideshare/taxi: time varies widely by traffic — expect longer than MIA.
- Brightline to MiamiCentral + Metromover: an option if you prefer train travel; MiamiCentral is about a mile from Bayfront Park and connects by Metromover.
- For private car transfers, contact the hotel concierge to arrange pickup and estimated fares.
| Option | Typical time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Rideshare / Taxi | Varies (longer than MIA) | Door-to-door to 100 Chopin Plaza |
| Brightline to MiamiCentral + Metromover | Varies | Train into MiamiCentral, then Metromover to Bayfront Park |
From PortMiami (cruise terminals)
InterContinental Miami is essentially next door to PortMiami; ground transfer times are short. There is no complimentary cruise shuttle provided by the hotel, but taxis and rideshares can reach the hotel in a few minutes.
The hotel concierge can assist in arranging private transfers to and from the port upon request.
- Taxi / Rideshare: typically a very short drive from most PortMiami terminals.
- Walking: terminals are close but walking times depend on terminal and luggage — check local signage and security paths before assuming a walk is practical.
- Hotel concierge: can arrange private transfers for groups or timed arrivals.
| Option | Typical time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi / Rideshare | ≈5 minutes | Short drive from most terminals |
| Private transfer (arranged by concierge) | Varies | Good for groups or timed pick-ups |
| Walk | Varies | May be practical from nearby terminals; depends on luggage and terminal access |
Getting around by public transit once you arrive
Bayfront Park Metromover station sits directly across from InterContinental Miami and provides free connections around downtown, Brickell and Omni on three loops. The Metromover links with Brightline at MiamiCentral and with Metrorail at Government Center and other stations.
Use the Metromover for short trips to Bayside Marketplace, American Airlines Arena area, and to connect to Metrorail for further travel. The hotel’s location makes short, car-free outings straightforward.
- Metromover: free, frequent, Bayfront Park station is adjacent to the hotel.
- Metrorail: connects at stations such as Government Center; you can reach MIA via Metrorail + MIA Mover in reverse.
- Brightline: MiamiCentral connects to downtown and is accessible via Metromover.
| Transit | Good for |
|---|---|
| Metromover | Short downtown hops (free), direct to Bayfront/Bayside |
| Metrorail | Faster trips across broader Miami area and link to MIA |
| Brightline | Inter-city travel to Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Orlando |
Driving, parking and hotel access
InterContinental Miami offers on-site valet parking for an additional fee; free self-parking is not offered. If you plan to drive, the hotel’s downtown address (100 Chopin Plaza) is the appropriate destination for GPS.
If you're renting a car, nearby rental locations are reachable by Metromover; a Sixt location is listed near the hotel area in public directories. Confirm parking and reservation requirements with the hotel if you need repeated in/out access.
- On-site valet parking only; no free self-parking listed.
- Rates and in/out privileges vary — confirm with the hotel at check-in.
- Hotel accepts credit cards for payment; some sources state cash and debit cards are not accepted for payments at this property.
| Item | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Valet parking | Available for a fee; confirm terms at check-in |
| Self-parking | No free self-parking listed |
| Payment | Credit cards accepted; check property policy for cash/debit acceptance |
Concierge services, contact and transfer help
The hotel concierge can assist with private airport transfers, PortMiami pickups, Brightline information, and local directions. If you want a private car or group transfer arranged before arrival, contact the hotel concierge directly.
BookResorts agents can also assist 24/7; for hotel-specific arrangements call the property via the BookResorts agents line if you are a client.
- Concierge can arrange private cars and advise estimated travel times and fares.
- BookResorts agents (24/7) phone for assistance: +1 (888) 605-1350.
- For last-mile questions (baggage, wheelchair assistance, timed arrivals) coordinate with concierge before arrival.
| Contact | Use for |
|---|---|
| Hotel concierge | Arrange transfers, private cars, special arrival requests |
| BookResorts agents (+1 (888) 605-1350) | Booking support and 24/7 agent help |
