Grand Bay Miami

Frommer's Review

Grand in size and stature, the place formerly known as the Grand Bay Hotel was "going through a transition" in 2008. It looks like it belongs in Acapulco circa 1980 with its ziggurat structure and tropical landscaping, but once you see the massive bright-red sculpture/structure done by late Condé Nast editorial director Alexander Lieberman in the driveway, you know you're not in Mexico. British singer George Michael filmed his Careless Whisper video here because of the sweeping views of Biscayne Bay. Back then, this was the hotel to stay at, but not so much now. Still, rooms are nice, with views of the bay and the Coconut Grove Marina. In early 2008, rumors were swirling that the owners of South Beach and St Tropez's Nikki Beach Club would be taking over the hotel as the first-ever Nikki Beach Hotel, which would breathe much-needed life into this once bustling Miami hot spot.

Facilities:
Restaurant; outdoor pool; 24-hr. health club; Jacuzzi; sauna; concierge; business center; babysitting

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