Historic Biltmore Hotel and Resort Coral Gables
Sitting on 150 "lush and tropical" acres, the Historic Biltmore Hotel and Resort Coral Gables is one of the grandest and most famous resorts in the nation. Here you'll find an 18-hole championship golf course that was designed by Donald Ross, a "world class" spa and one of the hotel's most renowned features, the Biltmore pool. Guests will enjoy fine dining on premises at eateries like Palm d'Or and Fontana, and more casual choices at the Cascade Poolside Bar & Grill and the 19th Hole. There's a fitness center and 70,000 square feet of event space at your disposal and Wi-Fi in guest rooms.
Historic Biltmore Hotel and Resort Coral Gables
1200 Anastasia Ave.
Coral Gables, FL 33134
(305) 445-1926
biltmorehotel.com
Hampton Inn Coconut Grove
The Hampton Inn Coconut Grove offers guests free high-speed Internet in rooms and throughout the hotel, as well as a hot breakfast. There's all-hours coffee and tea service in the lobby and an always-open business center. You can take a dip in the swimming pool or whirlpool, and work out in the fitness center. Self-laundry is available and event space can accommodate up to 35 people. Dining options within walking distance include Berries in the Grove for a health-food lunch, cocktails, or a steak and seafood dinner. The Miami New Times named it Best Restaurant in Coconut Grove in 2007.
Hampton Inn Coconut Grove
2800 Southwest 28th Terrace
Miami, FL 33133
(305) 448-2800
hamptoninncoconutgrove.com
Hyatt Regency Coral Gables
Business travelers staying at the Hyatt Regency Coral Gables will find a full-service business center and 16,000 square feet of event space, which includes a banquet hall with 20-foot ceilings and a 14th-floor boardroom with city views. Leisure guests will enjoy free Wi-Fi in public spaces, as well as wireless Internet in guest rooms. There's an "expansive" outdoor pool (plus a fifth-floor lap pool) with a sundeck and lounge. The gym is open 24-hours and you can unwind in the sauna after your workout. The Two Sisters restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner; you can have cocktails at Bar 50, or order room service. This venue is 2.6 miles from the Melreese Golf Course.
Hyatt Regency Coral Gables
50 Alhambra Plaza
Coral Gables, FL 33134
(305) 441-1234
coralgables.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/index.jsp
About The Author
Nolita York is a writer based in New York City, with a degree in English writing from Saint Leo University. York's objective is to provide readers with interesting and insightful articles of all stripes. His articles have appeared in "Savannah Magazine," Creative Loafing and many other online and print publications.