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The Balfour Hotel

4.0 star property
Art Deco Miami Beach hotel in South Beach with a 24-hour front desk
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
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Courtyard
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Property entrance
Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds
Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 king bed) | Living area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Guests liked:

Friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Pool
    Pool

Explore the area

Map
350 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL, 33139
  • Ocean Drive
    1 min walk
  • Collins Avenue Shopping Area
    1 min walk
  • Miami Beach Beaches
    2 min walk
  • Miami, FL (MIA-Miami Intl.)
    24 min drive

Room options

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 king bed)

Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 king bed) | Living area

Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 king bed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Similar properties

Exterior
Dream South Beach, by Hyatt
Pool
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
4.2 out of 5, Very good, (1006)
The price is NZ$487
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Dream South Beach, by Hyatt

About the area

Miami Beach

At The Balfour Hotel you'll be within steps of popular attractions like Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue Shopping Area. Highlights at this boutique hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other amenities include multilingual staff, a porter/bellboy and luggage storage. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class South Beach hotel, you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Lincoln Road Mall and 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Miami Beach Boardwalk.

What's nearby

  • Ocean Drive - 1 min walk
  • Collins Avenue Shopping Area - 1 min walk
  • Art Deco Historic District - 2 min walk
  • Lincoln Road Mall - 4 min drive
  • PortMiami - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Bicentennial Park Metromover Station - 7 min drive
  • Hialeah Market Station - 15 min drive
  • Miami, FL (MPB-Public Seaplane Base) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CJ's Crab Shack - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪TGI Friday's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Playa Supermarket - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Big Pink - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Balfour Hotel

Art Deco Miami Beach hotel in South Beach with a 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and dry cleaning/laundry services are also featured at the boutique The Balfour Hotel. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of The Balfour Hotel was completed in May 2021.

This Art Deco Miami Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 82 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1940
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Balfour Hotel offers 82 accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, dressing gowns, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Miami Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 45 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 30 for adults and USD 8 to 26 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1940
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 75
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per day
  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.
  • Resort fee: USD 47.88 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Nearby fitness centre access
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 30.00 for adults and USD 8.00 to 26.00 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 45.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old.
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Balfour Lord
Lord Balfour
Lord Balfour Hotel
Lord Balfour Hotel Miami Beach
Lord Balfour Miami Beach
Wave Hotel Miami Beach
Room Mate Lord Balfour Hotel Miami Beach
Room Mate Lord Balfour Hotel
Room Mate Lord Balfour Miami Beach
Room Mate Lord Balfour
The Lord Balfour Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Balfour Hotel?

The Balfour Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Balfour Hotel?

As of 15 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Balfour Hotel on 24 Nov 2024 start from NZ$260.94, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Balfour Hotel?

Yep, The Balfour Hotel has valet parking for USD 45.00 per day.

Are there any beaches close to The Balfour Hotel?

Yep, The Balfour Hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Miami Beach Beaches. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, waterskiing and parasailing.

Does The Balfour Hotel have a pool?

The Balfour Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What makes The Balfour Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Balfour Hotel.

Does The Balfour Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, continental breakfast is available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Balfour Hotel?

No, The Balfour Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Balfour Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Balfour Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Balfour Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 362 out of 657 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 657 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 657 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 657 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 657 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ciera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Yocabel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Nice place, close by everything u need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gian Luca

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kendra

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I could live here.
The room was incredible. I was nervous about bunk beds for my adult friends, but they were full size and had privacy curtains. The beach is only a 5 minute walk from the property. Navi at the front desk was WONDERFUL! She was super informative and made us feel like VIPs. Highly recommend this historic hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gonzalo, Jupiter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique property in the heart of South Beach. Parking is not inexpensive though. Beyond that a very nice unique hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a nice stay and the bar tenders were great. The hotel and rooms were a cute boutique style. However, our ac went out at about 3:30 am one night. In Miami in the summer time this is absolutely miserable. The toilet kept running every night and we kept having to fix it. Other than that, the location and stay was good.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roscoe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
William at the front desk is outstanding . So friendly and informative . Hotel facilities and location are great and a small pool onsite . Bathrooms are nice in rooms only downside is shower pressure but not honestly an issue. Welcome drink and bike usage free for two hours a day is a nice touch. Staff are very friendly and we were very comfortable here for our 1 night stay pre cruise .
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the Balfour! Welcome drinks were great and all of the amenities were awesome. Perfect for two
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele, Westfield

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel I visited in South Beach, Miami. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALEX, Toms River

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Julie, Birmingham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kieu

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

umberto, Laval

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Very chique
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mothers Day weekend at Balfour
I took my kids to Miami for Mother’s Day weekend. Originally booked a 2 bedroom somewhere else to accommodate the 4 of us and ended being a disaster upon arriving that night. The next morning we hopped on hotels.com and did a last minute booking of the Balfour Hotel, what a breath of fresh air when we arrived to check in!!! Such a cute little hotel! Staff was friendly, room was nicely equipped and designed. Hotel was within a couple blocks walk from the beach and they provided beach towels and chairs/umbrella for their guests. The restaurant in the lobby was a great little convenience to have as well with great food! Balfour gave us the opportunity to enjoy the rest of our trip and leave with good memories, Will be sure to stay there again next time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Guy, Cobham

The room we were offered on the 2nd floor had no privacy from the Main Street with no net curtains. As no other room was available, we cancelled our stay and found suitable alternate accommodation
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Domarina

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at this same hotel 5 years ago and it has definitely changed ALOT. We were able to check in 30 or so min early which was nice- asked for 2 beds, was advised it would be an additional $29 per night, we declined. No welcome drink provided- I stayed at this hotel 5 years ago, and it has definitely changed. once we got into our room, the AC was not working- it was extremely muggy. Then had to wait for a technician, then was told it would take time and was given a different room. The 2nd room had ac, BUT the refrigerator wasn’t working. They had to send the same person up, and then replaced the AC. there was a stain on my pillow, the room didn’t have the peep hole/door viewer but other rooms did- felt kind of unsafe incase someone came to the door, we couldnt know/see who it is. The beach towels were extremely worn out and gross. The hotel was not what it used to be when I stayed here 5 years ago. The only 2 positive things I could say was that the staff was very accommodating and extremely nice & the closeness to the beach. Definitely would not stay here again & would not recommend. Having to deal with the room change and problem after problem, next time I’d pay more to not have to deal with this on my vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was fantastic. Everything was taken care of and oir1 vacation was a breeze
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Eda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff and amazing cleaning service. However the corridors were quite old and needed refurbishing. Also window in the room wouldn't open.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024