
InterContinental Miami
Best for business travelers, large meetings, and guests who want downtown access to Bayfront Park, Bayside Marketplace and PortMiami.
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InterContinental Miami is a five-star downtown Biscayne Bay hotel for travelers who want waterfront city access, meeting and event space, and a rooftop pool. Fontainebleau Miami Beach Private Suites is a four-star, oceanfront Miami Beach resort complex for guests who want a classic beach-and-resort pool scene with private-suite-style rooms.
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Best for business travelers, large meetings, and guests who want downtown access to Bayfront Park, Bayside Marketplace and PortMiami.

Best for travelers who prioritize direct beach access, large resort pools and a legacy Miami Beach resort atmosphere.
When InterContinental Miami wins: choose InterContinental for a central downtown location, extensive event and meeting facilities, and a rooftop pool with bay and skyline views — good for conferences, business trips and guests who want quick access to downtown cultural attractions.
When Fontainebleau Miami Beach Private Suites wins: choose Fontainebleau if your focus is Miami Beach beachfront time, resort-style pool access, and staying in a property known for its beach-and-pool scene with suite-style rooms close to the Boardwalk and South Beach.
Bottom line: both are Miami landmarks but serve different priorities — InterContinental leans toward downtown business, events and bay views; Fontainebleau Miami Beach Private Suites leans toward classic oceanfront resort energy and beach access. Pick based on whether you want downtown waterfront convenience or Miami Beach beachfront time.
| Category | InterContinental Miami | Fontainebleau Miami Beach Private Suites |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Five-star downtown hotel focused on business, events and bayfront views. | Iconic oceanfront resort complex with resort-pool and beach energy. |
| Location | 100 Chopin Plaza on Biscayne Bay, steps from Bayfront Park and Bayside Marketplace. | 4391 Collins Avenue on Miami Beach, steps from Miami Beach Boardwalk and the sand. |
| Size (rooms / floors) | 652 rooms across 34 floors. | Not published |
| Age policy / minimum check-in age | Primary guest must be 21 to check in (property otherwise open to all ages). | Adults-only: false; standard minimum check-in age Not published |
| Pools / beach | One outdoor rooftop pool (5th-floor terrace) with cabanas and Bluewater pool bar. | Outdoor resort-style pools plus immediate beach access (beachfront location). |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site venues including Toro Toro (Pan‑Latin steakhouse), Olé (breakfast), Bluewater rooftop bar and a lobby Starbucks. | On-site restaurants, poolside bar and nightclub; multiple dining options listed on supplier page. |
| Spa & wellness | mySpa with 10 treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, Turkish bath and 24-hour fitness center. | Spa, massage, hot tub, sauna and fitness offerings listed; specific spa name Not published. |
| Known for | Large event space, SkyLawn rooftop greenspace, downtown access and bay views. | Iconic Miami Beach resort name, beachfront location and extensive leisure amenities. |
| Event & meeting space | Extensive: over 135,000 sq ft of indoor/outdoor event space including multiple ballrooms and SkyLawn. | On-site meeting/banquet facilities available, details Not published. |
| Accessibility & services | 19 accessible rooms, wheelchair-accessible pool ramp, full concierge and business services. | Wheelchair accessible, concierge, daily housekeeping and wide guest services listed. |
InterContinental Miami sits on downtown Biscayne Bay within easy walking distance of Bayfront Park and Bayside Marketplace.
Best if you want downtown access, sightseeing, and proximity to business hubs.
Fontainebleau Miami Beach Private Suites is an oceanfront property on Collins Avenue beside the Miami Beach Boardwalk.
Best if you prioritize direct beach time and Miami Beach atmosphere.
InterContinental Miami offers 17 room types including Classic Rooms, Club options and multiple suites.
Choose InterContinental if you want bay- or skyline-facing hotel rooms with Club options and standard suite tiers.
Fontainebleau Miami Beach Private Suites lists many junior and family-style suite configurations, several with kitchens or kitchenettes.
Choose Fontainebleau Private Suites if you prefer suite-style layouts, balconies and in-room kitchen options near the beach.
InterContinental Miami has several owned venues for breakfast, poolside dining and a signature steakhouse.
InterContinental is strong for a formal dinner option (Toro Toro) and convenient breakfast and coffee on-site.
Fontainebleau Miami Beach Private Suites lists on-site restaurants, a poolside bar and nightclub among its dining and entertainment offerings.
Fontainebleau gives a resort-style set of dining and nightlife options close to the pools and beach.
InterContinental Miami features a rooftop outdoor pool and sundeck with dedicated pool bar and private cabanas.
InterContinental suits guests who want a compact rooftop pool with bay and skyline views rather than beach swimming.
Fontainebleau Miami Beach Private Suites is beachfront and lists resort-style pool facilities alongside direct beach access.
Fontainebleau is the pick if beach access and larger resort-pool time are central to your stay.
InterContinental has a full-service mySpa and a 24-hour fitness center, plus an intimate reservation-only speakeasy.
InterContinental is oriented to spa treatments, fitness and quieter late-night cocktail experiences.
Fontainebleau Miami Beach Private Suites lists a range of spa amenities and on-site nightlife in its supplier listing.
Fontainebleau is positioned for resort wellness and an active nightlife/pool-party scene close to the beach.

InterContinental — extensive meeting and ballroom inventory plus rooftop SkyLawn for large events.

Fontainebleau — on Collins Avenue with immediate access to the beach and Boardwalk.

InterContinental — mySpa with 10 treatment rooms and Turkish bath; ranked #1 Spa in Miami on TripAdvisor.

Fontainebleau — many junior and family suites with kitchen/kitchenette and multi-bedroom options.
InterContinental Miami is downtown on Biscayne Bay, steps from Bayfront Park and Bayside Marketplace; Fontainebleau is on Miami Beach, a short drive away.
Fontainebleau Miami Beach Private Suites is beachfront and immediately adjacent to the Miami Beach Boardwalk and sand; InterContinental sits on Biscayne Bay and does not offer direct ocean beach access.
InterContinental Miami — it has extensive indoor/outdoor event space including large ballrooms and the SkyLawn rooftop greenspace designed for sizable gatherings.
InterContinental is not adults-only (primary guest must be 21 to check in) and attracts a mix of business and leisure guests; Fontainebleau Miami Beach Private Suites is listed as not adults-only on its supplier page.
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