A one-day itinerary from InterContinental Miami
Start with breakfast at Olé in the lobby, walk Bayfront Park and a nearby museum in the morning, return for a rooftop pool and Bluewater lunch or cocktails, book a mySpa treatment in the afternoon, then enjoy dinner at Toro Toro or cocktails at Freddy's Speakeasy. This plan uses on-site dining and the free Metromover nearby to keep a single-day schedule compact and easy to follow.
In this guide
- Arrival and quick orientation
- Morning: Lobby breakfast and Bayfront Park walk
- Late morning: Museums or a short ride to Wynwood/Design District
- Lunch and early afternoon: Toro Toro or Bluewater by the pool
- Afternoon: mySpa treatment or rooftop pool time
- Evening: Dinner, cocktails, and nightlife options
- Getting around: transit, airport, and Port of Miami tips
Arrival and quick orientation
Address and front-desk basics: InterContinental Miami sits at 100 Chopin Plz on the downtown Biscayne Bay waterfront. Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM (noon).
The front desk and concierge can help with Metromover directions, reservations for Toro Toro or Freddy’s Speakeasy, and arranging private transfers or Port of Miami transport.
- Hotel phone (BookResorts agents, 24/7): +1 (888) 605-1350
- Bring a photo ID and the credit card used to book the room; the name on the card must match your ID
- Minimum check‑in age: 21 for the primary guest
| Need-to-know | Fact |
|---|---|
| Check-in / Check-out | 3:00 PM / 12:00 PM (noon) |
| Wi‑Fi | Complimentary throughout property |
| Parking | On-site valet (fee applies) |
Morning: Lobby breakfast and Bayfront Park walk
Start with breakfast at Olé, the hotel's lobby breakfast restaurant open daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM; it offers a buffet plus à la carte items such as eggs benedict and steak and eggs.
After breakfast, step out to Bayfront Park, which is described as steps from the hotel and is Miami’s oldest public gathering space. The Bayfront Park Metromover station is adjacent to the park and the hotel.
- Olé hours: 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM (breakfast)
- Walk across to Bayfront Park for waterfront views and people-watching
- Metromover access: Bayfront Park station is directly across the street
| Activity | Estimated timing |
|---|---|
| Breakfast at Olé | 7:00–8:00 AM |
| Bayfront Park stroll / Metromover access | 8:00–9:00 AM |
| Depart for museum or nearby attraction | After 9:00 AM |
Late morning: Museums or a short ride to Wynwood/Design District
Choose a nearby cultural stop: Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) and the Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science are both close enough for a single-museum visit in the late morning.
If you prefer street art or design, Wynwood Walls and the Miami Design District are reachable by a short ride; Brightline/MiamiCentral and the Metromover also provide convenient connections for short excursions.
- PAMM and Frost Science are recommended nearby museums
- Wynwood Walls and Miami Design District are short rides away for art and shopping
- Use the Metromover for quick downtown connections — Bayfront Park station is adjacent to the hotel
| Option | Type | Travel from hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Pérez Art Museum Miami | Contemporary art museum | Short drive / Metromover + local transfer |
| Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science | Science museum with planetarium | Short drive / Metromover + walk |
| Wynwood Walls | Open-air street art district | Short ride (taxi / rideshare) |
Lunch and early afternoon: Toro Toro or Bluewater by the pool
For a sit-down lunch or a later, shareable meal, reserve a table at Toro Toro, the hotel's Pan‑Latin steakhouse. Toro Toro serves lunch and dinner (lunch generally 12:00 PM–3:00 PM).
If you prefer an alfresco poolside vibe, head up to the rooftop pool terrace and Bluewater, which serves casual poolside fare and cocktails from about 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
- Toro Toro: Pan-Latin steakhouse; lunch service midday and dinner in the evening; reservations recommended
- Bluewater: Rooftop bar and cafe next to the 5th-floor pool; pool hours typically 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Private poolside cabanas are available by reservation
| Venue | Best for | Hours (typical) |
|---|---|---|
| Toro Toro | Larger lunch or evening steak dinner | Lunch 12:00 PM–3:00 PM; Dinner varies into the evening |
| Bluewater | Poolside casual bites and drinks | 10:00 AM–6:00 PM |
Afternoon: mySpa treatment or rooftop pool time
Book a treatment at mySpa to unwind — mySpa operates Sunday–Friday 10:00 AM–6:00 PM and Saturday 10:00 AM–7:00 PM and offers signature options such as the Signature Champagne Mud Wrap and Signature Urban Warrior massage.
A spa day pass extends rooftop pool access and includes use of the fitness center, saunas, and locker rooms with robes if you prefer pool and spa combined.
- mySpa: 10 treatment rooms, steam room, sauna, drench shower facilities
- Spa day pass includes rooftop pool access and spa/fitness facilities
- Rooftop pool is on the 5th-floor terrace; typical pool hours 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
| Option | What you get |
|---|---|
| mySpa appointment | Treatment + access to spa amenities during your visit |
| Spa day pass | Rooftop pool access + fitness center, saunas, locker rooms |
| Pool visit only | Pool and Bluewater service (hours limited) |
Evening: Dinner, cocktails, and nightlife options
Return to Toro Toro for a Pan‑Latin steakhouse dinner or reserve a table at the hotel’s private dining rooms for a special occasion. Toro Toro’s evening service times vary; reservations are a practical choice.
For a late-night cocktail experience, Freddy’s Speakeasy is a reservation-only, Prohibition-era‑themed cocktail lounge inside the hotel that is open Thursday through Saturday by reservation only.
- Toro Toro operates into the evening; consider a reservation for dinner
- Freddy’s Speakeasy requires reservations and is open Thu–Sat only
- If you want a casual late drink, Toro Toro Bar offers Latin-inspired cocktails; check with the concierge for current hours
| Night option | Details |
|---|---|
| Toro Toro dinner | Pan-Latin steaks and shared plates; reservations recommended |
| Freddy's Speakeasy | Reservation-only cocktail lounge open Thu–Sat |
| Toro Toro Bar | Bar seating and Latin-inspired cocktails; hours vary |
Getting around: transit, airport, and Port of Miami tips
The Bayfront Park Metromover station sits directly across the street, offering free elevated service around downtown and Brickell. Brightline’s MiamiCentral station is within walking distance of Bayfront Park for rail trips outside the metro area.
There is no complimentary airport shuttle. Miami International Airport (MIA) is the nearest airport, about 7–8 miles away; the hotel recommends ride-share or private transfer arrangements through the concierge.
- Metromover: free, frequent service — Bayfront Park station is adjacent to the hotel
- MIA to hotel: roughly 7–8 miles; timing and fares vary by taxi or rideshare
- Port of Miami: the hotel is essentially next door to the port; concierge can assist with transfers (no complimentary cruise shuttle listed)
| Trip | Typical option |
|---|---|
| Airport (MIA) to hotel | Rideshare or taxi; concierge can arrange private transfers |
| Hotel to PortMiami | Short taxi or rideshare; concierge can help arrange transport |
| Getting around downtown | Free Metromover from Bayfront Park station |
