Residence Inn by Marriott Miami Airport
1201 NW 42nd Ave, Miami, FL 33126, Miami, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.9 / 5
Overview
Residence Inn by Marriott Miami Airport is a modern, palm-fronted, all-suite hotel in Miami at 1201 NW 42nd Ave. It’s a 3-star property with a public rating of 3.9/5 from 915 reviews. The hotel is positioned about 2 miles from Miami International Airport and roughly 6 miles from Downtown Miami.
Suites
Accommodations range from studio suites to 2-bedroom units, designed for short stays or longer visits. Suites include free Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TVs, and in-room kitchens, plus work desks and pull-out sofas. Some upgraded layouts add separate living areas.
Food & Socials
A hot breakfast buffet is included in the stay. The hotel also hosts regular weeknight socials with snacks and drinks, positioned as a casual option for guests returning in the evening. A small on-site convenience store is available for quick purchases.
Amenities & Recreation
On-site facilities include an outdoor pool and hot tub, along with an exercise room. Guests also have access to a BBQ area and a business center. Parking is available for a fee.
Location & Nearby Attractions
This location offers practical access to major Miami sights across multiple neighborhoods. Nearby points of interest include the Venetian Pool (4.4 km), Superblue Miami (5.1 km), Wynwood Walls (6.5 km), and Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (6.7 km). Downtown/Waterfront attractions such as Pérez Art Museum Miami (7.6 km), Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science (7.4 km), Bayfront Park (7.6 km), and Bayside Marketplace (7.7 km) are also within a short drive, with Miami Beach sites like The Bass (13.3 km) and Fontainebleau Miami Beach (14.4 km) farther out.
Best for
This hotel best suits airport-focused travelers and longer stays who want suite-style space with kitchens, pull-out sofas, and included breakfast. It’s also a solid fit for guests planning to explore multiple parts of Miami, given its easy drive access to Wynwood, Downtown museums, and attractions like Vizcaya and the Venetian Pool.
Travel tips
Use the free airport shuttle for Miami International Airport transfers; the hotel is about 2 miles from the terminals. If you’re planning to drive, factor in that parking is available for a fee. Popular sights are spread out—plan ride shares or a rental car for places like Wynwood Walls (~6.5 km) and Bayside Marketplace (~7.7 km).
What guests say
Guests frequently mention clean rooms and comfortable beds, including positive experiences in larger suite layouts such as two-bedroom units. Several excerpts highlight friendly, helpful staff and good overall service, with the hotel’s atmosphere and food also receiving praise. Negative themes include inconsistent front-desk interactions, with reports of unfriendly service during check-in and disappointment around elite welcome/upgrade handling. A separate concern raised was unreliable internet service and frustrations around being charged for enhanced internet during outages, though a manager escalation was described as resolving the issue.
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