Is InterContinental Miami worth it? Honest pros and cons
Yes — InterContinental Miami is worth it for travelers who want a full-service downtown waterfront hotel with strong event facilities, a rooftop pool and an on-site spa. It’s best for business stays, waterfront views, and guests who value hotel dining and easy access to Bayfront Park and the Metromover; it’s less compelling if you need cheap parking or budget rooms.
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Location — downtown waterfront convenience
InterContinental Miami sits at 100 Chopin Plaza on the downtown Biscayne Bay waterfront, directly across from Bayfront Park and within easy reach of Bayside Marketplace and Brickell City Centre.
The Bayfront Park Metromover station is adjacent to the hotel, giving free people-mover access around downtown and Brickell; PortMiami is essentially next door, and Miami International Airport (MIA) is about a 12–20 minute drive depending on traffic.
- Address: 100 Chopin Plz, Miami, Florida, 33131, US
- Steps from Bayfront Park; short walk to Bayside Marketplace
- Metromover station directly across the street
| Nearby place | Typical walk/drive |
|---|---|
| Bayfront Park | 1 minute walk |
| Bayside Marketplace | About 5 minute walk |
| PortMiami | About 5 minute drive |
Rooms and views — multiple Classic and suite options
The hotel has 652 rooms across 34 floors and a wide set of room types from Classic Room variations to suites like Executive Suite, Royal Suite, Loft (Suite), Suite, 1 Bedroom and Presidential Suite.
Many Classic Room types are explicitly listed with Bay, Ocean or City views (for example Classic Room, Bay View; Classic Room, City View; Classic Room, Ocean View). If a waterside view matters, request a Bay View or Ocean View room at booking.
- Room names to note: Classic Room, Bay View; Classic Room, Ocean View; Classic Room, Club Lounge Access (Ocean View); Suite, 1 Bedroom; Loft (Suite); Executive Suite; Royal Suite; Presidential Suite
- 652 total rooms; 19 accessible rooms available
| Sample room | View / notes |
|---|---|
| Classic Room, Bay View | Bay view; listed at 403 sq. ft. |
| Classic Room, Ocean View | Ocean view; 403 sq. ft. |
| Suite, 1 Bedroom | Suite option with king or 2 queen beds |
Facilities — rooftop pool, mySpa and fitness
The hotel’s rooftop pool sits on the 5th-floor terrace overlooking Biscayne Bay and the Miami skyline; pool hours are typically 10:00 AM–6:00 PM and private cabanas are available for reservation.
mySpa is on-site with 10 treatment rooms, a steam room, sauna and Turkish bath; mySpa hours are Sun–Fri 10:00 AM–6:00 PM and Saturday 10:00 AM–7:00 PM. A 24-hour fitness center is also available.
- Rooftop pool reported at about 60 feet long; poolside Bluewater serves casual bites and cocktails
- mySpa: signature treatments (Champagne Mud Wrap, Urban Warrior massage, Raindrop Experience) and spa day passes that extend pool access
- 24-hour fitness center on site
| Facility | Hours / notes |
|---|---|
| Rooftop pool (5th floor) | Typically 10:00 AM–6:00 PM; cabanas available |
| mySpa | Sun–Fri 10 AM–6 PM; Sat 10 AM–7 PM |
| Fitness center | Open 24 hours |
Dining and bars — on-site variety
On-site dining includes Toro Toro (Pan-Latin steakhouse), Olé (lobby breakfast restaurant), Bluewater (rooftop pool bar/cafe) and an on-site Starbucks in the lobby. Freddy’s Speakeasy is a reservation-only cocktail lounge open limited nights.
Toro Toro accepts reservations and offers lunch and dinner service; Olé serves breakfast daily. Bluewater provides poolside food and drink service and Saturdays often feature a live DJ.
- Toro Toro — Pan-Latin steakhouse by Chef Richard Sandoval; lunch and dinner service (hours listed in dossier)
- Olé — breakfast buffet and à la carte, open daily 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
- Bluewater — rooftop poolside bar/cafe, serves casual bites and cocktails (pool hours tied to terrace hours)
- Freddy’s Speakeasy — small reservation-only cocktail lounge open Thu–Sat
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Toro Toro | Lunch & dinner (reservations accepted) |
| Olé | Breakfast (7:00 AM–11:00 AM) |
| Bluewater | Poolside drinks & light bites |
Events and meetings — large-capacity event space
InterContinental Miami is a major meetings and events property with more than 135,000 sq ft of combined indoor and outdoor event space, including the Grand Ballroom and a 35,000 sq ft SkyLawn rooftop greenspace.
Capacities vary widely — the Grand Ballroom and Atrium can host large conferences and the Bayfront Ballroom and other meeting rooms are divisible for mid-size events. The hotel positions itself as a wedding and conference venue.
- SkyLawn: 35,000 sq ft rooftop space with capacity around 1,000 guests
- Grand Ballroom: 13,000 sq ft; large ballroom capacities listed up to 2,000 theater-style in some venue listings
- Multiple divisible ballrooms and meeting rooms suitable for conferences and weddings
| Event space | Notable capacity |
|---|---|
| SkyLawn (rooftop) | About 1,000 guests |
| Grand Ballroom | Up to 2,000 guests (venue listing) |
| Bayfront Ballroom | Divisible space with several hundred capacity |
Pricing, policies and practical issues
The hotel accepts major credit cards (AmEx, Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, JCB, Discover, China Union Pay) but some listings say cash and debit cards are not accepted for payment. A damage deposit may be collected on arrival and refunded after inspection (one source notes $300).
Parking is on-site via valet for an additional fee (free self-parking is not offered). There is no complimentary airport shuttle; the concierge can arrange private transfers and ride-share is the usual option to/from MIA.
- Minimum check-in age is 21 for the primary guest; check-in begins at 3:00 PM and check-out is 12:00 PM (noon)
- Pet policy: the hotel is pet-friendly with a $100 per pet per stay fee listed and related pet deposit/requirements
- On-site valet parking only (fee applies); no free self-parking listed
| Policy | Detail |
|---|---|
| Check-in / Check-out | Check-in 3:00 PM; check-out 12:00 PM |
| Minimum age | Primary guest must be 21 to check in |
| Pets | $100 per pet per stay (per hotel listings) |
Who should stay here — pros and cons
InterContinental Miami works well for business travelers, event attendees, couples wanting waterfront views, and guests who prioritize on-site dining, a spa and a rooftop pool. The downtown location and Metromover access make it easy to reach many downtown attractions without a car.
It’s less ideal for budget travelers who need inexpensive parking or for guests looking for a small boutique property. Also, expect additional fees (valet parking, pet fee, possible deposit) that affect overall value.
- Pros: waterfront location, rooftop pool and SkyLawn, full-service spa (mySpa), multiple dining venues, strong meeting/event spaces
- Cons: paid valet parking only, additional fees (pet fee, deposit possible), not the cheapest downtown option
- Best for: business travel, meetings, weddings, waterfront stays with on-site amenities
| Good for | Less good for |
|---|---|
| Business travelers, event guests, spa users | Budget travelers seeking cheap parking |
| Guests wanting waterfront views and convenience | Travelers who need complimentary airport shuttle |
| Groups needing large event space | Those seeking a small boutique hotel vibe |
