Hilton Grand Vacations Club McAlpin Ocean Plaza Miami
1430 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139, Miami Beach, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.5 / 5
Overview
Hilton Grand Vacations Club McAlpin Ocean Plaza Miami is a 3-star, all-suite hotel set in a historic Art Deco property on Ocean Drive in Miami Beach. It’s positioned in the heart of buzzing South Beach, pairing period-style design with suite layouts geared toward longer, more self-sufficient stays. Public ratings are strong at 4.5/5 from 492 reviews.
Suites & In-room features
Accommodations are 1- and 2-bedroom suites that can sleep up to 6 guests. Suites include kitchens equipped with a mini-fridge, microwave, stove, and dishwasher, plus a pull-out sofa, flat-screen TV, and free Wi‑Fi. Guest feedback frequently notes clean, nice rooms and the convenience of the kitchen setup.
Amenities & services
On-site facilities include a fitness center and a business center, plus rooftop hot tubs with ocean views. A restaurant delivery service is available, offering a convenient option when you want to dine in without a full on-site restaurant. Amenities beyond these are not documented.
Location & what’s nearby
The hotel is located at 1430 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139, about a 9-minute walk from Lincoln Road Mall and roughly 1 mile from the Miami Beach Convention Center. Close-by South Beach landmarks include Lummus Park (about 600 m), The Wolfsonian–FIU (about 651 m), Miami Beach Botanical Garden (about 1.2 km), and The Bass (about 1.25 km). Farther afield are Fontainebleau Miami Beach (about 3.6 km) and major Miami attractions such as Pérez Art Museum Miami and Bayside Marketplace (about 5.6 km), Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science (about 5.8 km), Wynwood Walls (about 7.1 km), and Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (about 9.3 km).
Best for
This property best suits travelers who want a South Beach Ocean Drive address with suite-style space and the ability to cook, thanks to in-suite kitchens and 1–2 bedroom layouts sleeping up to six. It’s also a fit for guests who value a resort-like wind-down at the end of the day, with rooftop hot tubs overlooking the ocean. Visitors attending events will appreciate being about 1 mile from the Miami Beach Convention Center and walkable to Lincoln Road Mall.
Travel tips
If you plan to visit South Beach staples, you can walk to Lummus Park (about 600 m), The Wolfsonian–FIU (about 651 m), and Lincoln Road Mall in around 9 minutes. For downtown Miami attractions like Pérez Art Museum Miami or Bayside Marketplace (both around 5.6 km away), plan a short drive or rideshare. Recent guest feedback mentions occasional maintenance/service disruptions (including elevator issues), so consider confirming current building logistics with the hotel before arrival.
What guests say
Guests often praise the overall cleanliness and the appeal of the suite-style rooms, especially the convenience of having a small kitchen. Service is a recurring highlight, with multiple staff members noted for being welcoming, professional, and helpful with local recommendations. Some negative feedback centers on operational and maintenance issues, including valet-related frustrations and reports of room problems. There are also mentions of building logistics disruptions such as elevator outages, which can impact the stay despite the otherwise positive impressions.
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