The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami
455 Grand Bay Drive, Key Biscayne, Miami, FL 33149, Miami, United States
5-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.5 / 5
Overview
The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami is a five-star, upscale beachfront resort on Key Biscayne at 455 Grand Bay Drive, Miami, FL 33149. It holds a strong public rating of 4.5/5 from 2,955 reviews, and is positioned as a luxury escape close to both nature preserves and downtown Miami attractions.
Rooms & Suites
Refined rooms and suites include flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, free Wi-Fi, and 24-hour room service. Most accommodations have balconies, and some feature ocean views; club-level rooms add access to a lounge with complimentary food and drinks. Some guests highlight a post-renovation feel and spacious bathrooms in suites, along with comfortable beds and ocean-view balconies.
Dining
The resort has seven distinct restaurants, including two oceanfront venues, plus a poolside ice cream shoppe. Guest feedback frequently mentions strong buffet-style dining with abundant variety, particularly at breakfast and club-lounge offerings.
Recreation & Facilities
On-site leisure facilities include two heated outdoor pools, a hot tub, and 11 tennis courts, supporting a classic resort-style stay. The resort fee includes access to the fitness center and, at the spa, the sauna and steam room; in-room Wi‑Fi is also covered by the resort fee.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The hotel is about 2.3 miles from Crandon Golf at Key Biscayne and 8.9 miles from downtown Miami. Nearby nature and beach destinations include Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park (1,789 m), Crandon Park (1,994 m), and Cape Florida Lighthouse (2,785 m). For museums and city sightseeing, attractions include Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (7,887 m), Bayside Marketplace (9,892 m), Bayfront Park (9,726 m), and Pérez Art Museum Miami (10,867 m).
Best for
This property best fits travelers seeking a luxury beachfront resort experience with strong on-site recreation—especially pool time and tennis, thanks to two heated outdoor pools, a hot tub, and 11 courts. It also suits food-focused guests who want multiple on-property dining choices (seven restaurants plus a poolside ice cream shoppe) and the option of a club lounge with included food and drinks.
Travel tips
Expect a resort fee structure: the resort fee covers in-room Wi‑Fi and access to the fitness center plus the spa’s sauna and steam room, even though rooms also list free Wi‑Fi. For day trips, Key Biscayne nature spots are close (Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park and Crandon Park are within about 2 km), while downtown Miami attractions like Bayside Marketplace and Bayfront Park are roughly 10 km away.
What guests say
Guests frequently praise the resort’s luxury feel—especially after renovation—highlighting comfortable rooms and suites, large bathrooms, and balconies with ocean views. Dining is a recurring positive theme, with particular enthusiasm for buffet-style offerings and the value of the club lounge’s included food and drinks. Many reviews emphasize warm hospitality from some front-of-house staff and a strong overall resort atmosphere with pools, beach time, and a well-regarded fitness center. Negative themes include inconsistent service speed and attitude in some areas (notably pool/beach service) and disruptions from housekeeping noise or entries despite “do not disturb” signage.
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