Grand Beach Hotel Bay Harbor

9601 E Bay Harbor Dr, Bay Harbor Islands, FL 33154, Miami Shores, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.0 / 5

Overview

Grand Beach Hotel Bay Harbor is a 3-star, upscale-positioned hotel at 9601 E Bay Harbor Dr in Bay Harbor Islands, Florida, indexed under Miami Shores. It occupies a modern building overlooking Indian Creek and Bay Harbor. The public rating is 4 from 666 reviews.

Rooms

Rooms are described as bright and stylish, with free Wi-Fi, minifridges, pull-out sofas and flat-screen TVs. Most have balconies with bay or city views. Suites add separate living areas and additional TVs.

Dining

A free continental breakfast buffet is served in the lobby lounge. Other on-site food and beverage outlets are not documented.

Amenities & Recreation

On-site facilities include a gym, a hot tub and an outdoor pool. Valet parking is available for a fee. No other amenities, such as meeting rooms, are documented.

Location

A transit stop is a 2-minute walk away. Haulover Beach is about 2 miles away, and the Miami Auto Museum at the Dezer Collection is about 4 miles away. Nearby places include Haulover Park (about 2.8 km), Oleta River State Park (about 2.9 km) and the Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami (about 5.4 km). Farther afield are The Bass (about 10 km), Wynwood Walls (about 11.9 km), Pérez Art Museum Miami (about 12.6 km), the Frost Museum of Science (about 12.8 km) and Bayside Marketplace (about 13.4 km). Fontainebleau Miami Beach is about 7.7 km away.

Best for

Best for leisure travelers who want a waterfront-view base with a pool, hot tub and free breakfast, and who want to reach both beaches and Miami attractions. The walkable transit stop and proximity to Haulover Park and Oleta River State Park suit those planning outdoor days. Couples and small groups may like the balcony rooms and suites with separate living areas.

Travel tips

A transit stop is a 2-minute walk away, which helps for reaching Miami sights. Downtown and museum-district attractions such as Pérez Art Museum Miami and the Frost Museum are roughly 12–13 km away, so allow travel time. Valet parking is available for a fee, so budget for it if you are driving. Since some guests report room-condition issues, consider asking about your room's view and condition at check-in.

What guests say

Positive comments praise the friendly staff, the rooms, the views, the breakfast and the convenient location. Some guests also mention good value and service. Negative feedback centers on cleanliness, including stains and a room with an unpleasant smell after an upgrade. One guest reported a long wait for their room and felt the price was not justified. Experiences appear mixed, with room condition the main concern.

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