Just the Miami Beach area can make you feel like you’ve driven right back into the 80s, but for some reason, it works. As we pulled up to the hotel, we were greeted by the valet and escorted inside. We originally booked a room at the Eden Roc Hotel, but when we went in to check in, we were told there were two hotels in one and that we had been upgraded to the Nobu. The check-in for Nobu was right next to the Eden Roc check-in desk—two hotels in one, something I’ve never experienced before. So we went with it and headed up to our new room.
First Impression: The reception area was very modern and classy. There was a Starbucks right in the lobby, and a large bar—the necessities in any lobby, I’d say. My first impression was definitely a good one. The staff really made me feel like I was VIP; they even escorted us to the elevator… fancy.
The Room: The whole Nobu side of the hotel is Japanese-themed. The room was very minimalist; however, it still remained very elegant at the same time. The door to the bathroom was a bamboo sliding door, the shower head was ceiling-mounted, and there were thick plush robes with matching slippers waiting for us upon arrival. All of this, of course, contributed to the whole luxury vibe. The rest of the room was very spacious—two flat-screen TVs, a sitting area with a large couch, and a minibar stocked with everything you could think of.
The Food: There were a few restaurants on site, which was important because in resort areas, there usually isn’t much close by, so on-site food is a necessity. The main restaurant was an upscale Japanese-Peruvian fusion restaurant, which was only open for dinner. There was also another restaurant called Malibu Farm, which was a farm-to-table, fresh restaurant. We ate most of our meals at Malibu Farm because everything was simple, fresh, and really good. The tables right on the beach helped too.
The Pros: Beachfront location. Everything you need on site. High-end and fast casual dining options. The “extra mile”—this hotel really goes out of its way to make guests have the best possible experience.
The Cons: Hidden fees! Hidden fees are sort of to be expected at resorts nowadays, but there were a few surprises when we checked out. The first night, we went out to dinner and came back to our slippers next to the bed and two water bottles. At checkout, we were hit with the “turn down” fee for these surprise services we didn’t ask for. Definitely not a deal breaker—just keep your privacy sign on the door if you want to avoid extra fees.
To sum things up—would I go there again? Yes! I would gladly go there again. Multiple pools on site, reasonable price, and amazing food!
Sylvia Dan Copy 