Gables Inn
730 S Dixie Hwy, Coral Gables, FL 33146, Miami, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.5 / 5
Overview
Gables Inn is a 2-star, functional hotel on Highway 1 (730 S Dixie Hwy) in Coral Gables, part of the Miami area. It’s a simple, budget-leaning base near the University of Miami, with a public rating of 3.5/5 from 442 reviews.
Rooms
Rooms are straightforward and are accessed via exterior corridors. Each includes air-conditioning, an en suite bathroom, Wi‑Fi, and cable TV.
Dining
A continental breakfast is available on-site. Guest feedback highlights the morning coffee as a notable positive.
Outdoor space
The property has a patio area with seating, offering a small outdoor spot to take a break between outings.
Location & nearby highlights
The inn is about a 7-minute walk to the University of Miami and 852 m from the Lowe Art Museum. Nearby attractions in Coral Gables and greater Miami include Venetian Pool (2707 m), Matheson Hammock Park & Marina (4852 m), Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden (5017 m), and Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (6250 m), with downtown/Wynwood sights like Bayside Marketplace (10329 m) and Wynwood Walls (11152 m) farther out.
Best for
Gables Inn best suits budget-minded travelers who want a straightforward place near the University of Miami, with essentials like Wi‑Fi, air-conditioning, and cable TV. It can also work for visitors planning days out at nearby Coral Gables attractions such as the Lowe Art Museum, Venetian Pool, and Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden.
Travel tips
Because the property sits on Highway 1, allow extra time for traffic when heading toward downtown Miami attractions like Bayside Marketplace, Pérez Art Museum Miami, and the Frost Museum of Science (all roughly 10–11 km away). If your plans center on the University of Miami or the Lowe Art Museum, you can likely manage on foot for those nearby stops. Keep in mind that some guests mention the hotel feels a bit far from subway access, so check your route if you plan to rely on rail transit.
What guests say
Reviews commonly note a good-value, budget-friendly stay, with some positive mentions of the continental breakfast and especially the coffee. Several guests describe the property as older and in need of upgrades, particularly to facilities and hardware, with cleanliness characterized as acceptable rather than standout. Location feedback includes that it may feel a bit removed from subway access depending on your plans. A recurring negative theme involves dissatisfaction with refund handling in some situations.
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