Hyatt Miami at the Blue REVIEW - MASTER THREAD - LEAVING HYATT 5/29/14
Jan 10, 2011, 4:28 pm
#16
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: US
Posts: 562
stayed there 4 nights last year, my favor hotel in South Florida. It is located next to the Doral Golf Resort and looks a modern complex of apartment-style rentals. spacious bedroom, large living room with pull-out sofa bed, kitchen and a balcony overlooking the lovely Doral golf course.
Jan 25, 2011, 7:15 am
#17
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Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: SJC/VCE
Programs: AA PLT (2.9+ MM), HH GLD, Hyatt Diamond, SPG PLT
Posts: 10,161
Have reserved a 3BR villa at the Blue in Miami. There are 2 couples - anyone have knowledge about how they are laid out, located within the resort, recommended units, etc?
Actually, any information on the resort itself would be appreciated - is this a new hotel within the Hyatt family?
We don't need the beach, so the inland location does not bother us....
TIA!
Actually, any information on the resort itself would be appreciated - is this a new hotel within the Hyatt family?
We don't need the beach, so the inland location does not bother us....
TIA!
The units are quite spacious and reasonably well maintained, except as noted below
The good:
Check in was easy, Diamond status recognized [hence the upgrade], unit available when we got there, ample parking, for Diamonds breakfast
The troublesome: our room had strange tiny little ants in the kitchen and one bathroom, we didn't see them until the am when we were leaving, also the lock on the sliding doors to the patio didn't work.
The bad: IMO, the location, but not because you are far away from the beach, I'm fine w/that, but rather there isn't anything out in the area except other time share communities and that bothered us.
Jan 25, 2011, 8:45 am
#18
Join Date: Apr 2007
Programs: QF, VA, AC, Hyatt, Marriott
Posts: 3,783
Have reserved a 3BR villa at the Blue in Miami. There are 2 couples - anyone have knowledge about how they are laid out, located within the resort, recommended units, etc?
Actually, any information on the resort itself would be appreciated - is this a new hotel within the Hyatt family?
We don't need the beach, so the inland location does not bother us....
TIA!
Actually, any information on the resort itself would be appreciated - is this a new hotel within the Hyatt family?
We don't need the beach, so the inland location does not bother us....
TIA!
I had a three bedroom, four bathroom, two storey villa in building nine, all for myself! The buildings are numbered one to, I think, 16, in ascending order from reception so my building nine was a solid four to five minutes walk at fast pace to the restaurant. The pool is nice; housekeeping was fine; Diamond amenity wasn't offered but I arrived late and I think I had a trainee (it was corrected the next day); tiny gym. There is a very large mall nearby (about $15-18 in taxi fares) that has heaps of restaurants, fashion outlets and a cinema.
Mar 4, 2011, 2:15 pm
#19
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: NYC
Programs: AA Platinum, Hyatt Diamond, Starwood Platinum, Marriott Platinum, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 159
I stayed at the Hyatt Miami at the Blue over Christmas. The villa was amazing and HUGE. We had a three bedroom four bath villa, which slept 6 of us perfectly. Two of the rooms had a king bed and the other room had two queens. There was also a pull out couch in the living area. The villa was modern with huge bathrooms/bedrooms, and an updated kitchen. The hotel is in doral so relatively far from the beaches, but right on a great golf course. We primarily stayed there because it was less expensive than 3 hotel rooms elsewhere and we were all able to hang out together. Definately need a car. As a diamond member was given breakfast for up to 8 guests each morning. Breakfast was okay, could order anything off the menu or go to the continental buffet. The hotel is new to the hyatt chain so many of the front guest attendents were not sure of the diamond benefits, but was able to speak to someone the following day after check-in to get the breakfast vouchers.
Mar 4, 2011, 5:45 pm
#20
Join Date: May 2007
Location: NC
Programs: Marriott LT Plat, Hyatt Platinum
Posts: 2,881
3 day stay.
Day One: depending on which way you come in, if you are unfamiliar with Doral, you think you are in a warehouse district. Gated entrance, very small lobby. Hmm....not impressed so far. But, check-in was quick, easy, and very friendly. Amenity list was offered and had some really nice "local cuisine" selections. (delivery is not till tomorrow, update on that later) As there is no RC, breakfast coupons were provided. Took a peek in the restauranr, small, but nice. Entry complex is very very contemporary.
We are in building 5- a good location IMO. Not too far to walk to the main building, but far enough away from the noise and bustle of check-in. There are 16 buildings over all - get much beyond 8 and you will have a solid walk to get to the restaurant or pool. Beyond 10 and your villa will back up to a busier road. We are on the 2nd floor, but there is an elevator. However, the villa is 2 levels, with rather steep stairs, so if that is a problem for anyone, be forewarned.
We are in a 3br, 4 bath villa - over 2500 sq feet. Not a typo, my first house was smaller. Absolutely gorgeous, but again, VERY contemporary. 1st floor is LR, kitchen, small dining table, also seating at a bar. Desk. MEGA tv, dvd player. Furnished balcony overlooking the golf course. There is also a full bath. Upstairs is the master, HUGE, with fab bath - sunken jetted tub, shower stall, etc. King of course, with furnished balcony overlooking the golf course. 2nd BR is also large, 2 queens, full bath, but no tub, also a balcony overlooking the course. 3rd
bedroom is the smallest, 1 queen, no balcony, and (very odd) no closet - but another full bath. All bedrooms have TV's. If you are traveling with a group of friends or large family, there is a lot of space and privacy. Funny though, some things are so contemporary it takes a few minutes to figure out how they work - there are still a couple lamps we can't get to turn on.
Day 2: Breakfast coupons only cover certain things on the menu - rather complicated, but basically cold buffet, or (off of menu) pancakes, a waffle, or egg breakfast. And a beverage. We sat out by the pool - which seems rather small for a resort of this size, but I think most people here are golfers. Pool does have some cabana's, a fountain, etc. Housekeeping did a good job. All personnel are friendly and accomodating. Service attitude is a big plus here - but service itself is a little spotty. It ranges from absolutely excellent to really nice person who doesn't have a clue. Amenity is a split positive/negative - the other couple loves wine, and says the bottle that was sent was excellent. The food part (skewed choc covered fruit) did no quite measure up. There is a fitness center, but it is tiny. As in the living room in the villa is bigger. Better plan to enjoy the outdoors!
Day 3: The restaurant was having a special dinner, and as we were here to celebrate a friends' retirement, decided to stay here and eat, rather than fight Valentine Day crowds elsewhere. We went down early in the day to select a table, pick the wine, arrange to have the dinner autobilled, order a special dessert, etc. The day hostess wrote everything down in the reservation book and assured us all would be taken care of. When we arrived at the restaurant, someone was sitting in our table, they did not have the dessert, the bill came to the table, etc. They did offer to seat us outside to make up for our lost table - but since the temp was about 45, we declined that offer. (how they thought that was better is beyond me) There was one (1) waitress for the entire restaurant, and it ended up being quite busy. Very very very disappointing. Having said that - the food was outstanding, and the waitress (who was running herself ragged) was quite pleasant, took excellent care of us - even taking the time to make us a cappucino with the foam in a heart shape! I hope management appreciates her, because she is truly an outstanding asset to this hotel.
Hyatt took this property over in April of 2010, and it has great potential. The service personnel are so pleasant, and really want your stay to be perfect...but there are some things that need work/training. There is a full kitchen - but no dishtowels, dishcloths, etc. The window treatments are stunning but one needs the strength of Atlas to open and close them. And why a bedroom would not have a closet I am still trying to figure out.
BUT - the villa is great, nothing was really horrible, all in all we had a good stay, and would certainly return. I would recommend the property, but just realize it may not be "perfect" stay. I did take some pics, so once I figure out how to post them will add to this review.
Day One: depending on which way you come in, if you are unfamiliar with Doral, you think you are in a warehouse district. Gated entrance, very small lobby. Hmm....not impressed so far. But, check-in was quick, easy, and very friendly. Amenity list was offered and had some really nice "local cuisine" selections. (delivery is not till tomorrow, update on that later) As there is no RC, breakfast coupons were provided. Took a peek in the restauranr, small, but nice. Entry complex is very very contemporary.
We are in building 5- a good location IMO. Not too far to walk to the main building, but far enough away from the noise and bustle of check-in. There are 16 buildings over all - get much beyond 8 and you will have a solid walk to get to the restaurant or pool. Beyond 10 and your villa will back up to a busier road. We are on the 2nd floor, but there is an elevator. However, the villa is 2 levels, with rather steep stairs, so if that is a problem for anyone, be forewarned.
We are in a 3br, 4 bath villa - over 2500 sq feet. Not a typo, my first house was smaller. Absolutely gorgeous, but again, VERY contemporary. 1st floor is LR, kitchen, small dining table, also seating at a bar. Desk. MEGA tv, dvd player. Furnished balcony overlooking the golf course. There is also a full bath. Upstairs is the master, HUGE, with fab bath - sunken jetted tub, shower stall, etc. King of course, with furnished balcony overlooking the golf course. 2nd BR is also large, 2 queens, full bath, but no tub, also a balcony overlooking the course. 3rd
bedroom is the smallest, 1 queen, no balcony, and (very odd) no closet - but another full bath. All bedrooms have TV's. If you are traveling with a group of friends or large family, there is a lot of space and privacy. Funny though, some things are so contemporary it takes a few minutes to figure out how they work - there are still a couple lamps we can't get to turn on.
Day 2: Breakfast coupons only cover certain things on the menu - rather complicated, but basically cold buffet, or (off of menu) pancakes, a waffle, or egg breakfast. And a beverage. We sat out by the pool - which seems rather small for a resort of this size, but I think most people here are golfers. Pool does have some cabana's, a fountain, etc. Housekeeping did a good job. All personnel are friendly and accomodating. Service attitude is a big plus here - but service itself is a little spotty. It ranges from absolutely excellent to really nice person who doesn't have a clue. Amenity is a split positive/negative - the other couple loves wine, and says the bottle that was sent was excellent. The food part (skewed choc covered fruit) did no quite measure up. There is a fitness center, but it is tiny. As in the living room in the villa is bigger. Better plan to enjoy the outdoors!
Day 3: The restaurant was having a special dinner, and as we were here to celebrate a friends' retirement, decided to stay here and eat, rather than fight Valentine Day crowds elsewhere. We went down early in the day to select a table, pick the wine, arrange to have the dinner autobilled, order a special dessert, etc. The day hostess wrote everything down in the reservation book and assured us all would be taken care of. When we arrived at the restaurant, someone was sitting in our table, they did not have the dessert, the bill came to the table, etc. They did offer to seat us outside to make up for our lost table - but since the temp was about 45, we declined that offer. (how they thought that was better is beyond me) There was one (1) waitress for the entire restaurant, and it ended up being quite busy. Very very very disappointing. Having said that - the food was outstanding, and the waitress (who was running herself ragged) was quite pleasant, took excellent care of us - even taking the time to make us a cappucino with the foam in a heart shape! I hope management appreciates her, because she is truly an outstanding asset to this hotel.
Hyatt took this property over in April of 2010, and it has great potential. The service personnel are so pleasant, and really want your stay to be perfect...but there are some things that need work/training. There is a full kitchen - but no dishtowels, dishcloths, etc. The window treatments are stunning but one needs the strength of Atlas to open and close them. And why a bedroom would not have a closet I am still trying to figure out.
BUT - the villa is great, nothing was really horrible, all in all we had a good stay, and would certainly return. I would recommend the property, but just realize it may not be "perfect" stay. I did take some pics, so once I figure out how to post them will add to this review.
Sep 22, 2011, 4:35 pm
#21
Join Date: Dec 2008
Programs: M&M FQT, BA G, Bonvoy LTT, WoH GLOB
Posts: 960
Kind of surprised that this property gets so little reviews...just had an excellent 1 night stay.
The rooms are very modern, very well done, and spacious. Very good Diamond recognition, despite full occupancy no problems with 4pm checkout, and when my flight was delayed this was even extended to 5:30 without charge. Much appreciated !
Restaurant food was OK but nothing spectacular.
Only downside is probably small fitness and mediocre pool area.
Would stay here again any time based on the great rooms and resonable rates. The location is convenient as well.
The rooms are very modern, very well done, and spacious. Very good Diamond recognition, despite full occupancy no problems with 4pm checkout, and when my flight was delayed this was even extended to 5:30 without charge. Much appreciated !
Restaurant food was OK but nothing spectacular.
Only downside is probably small fitness and mediocre pool area.
Would stay here again any time based on the great rooms and resonable rates. The location is convenient as well.
Sep 24, 2011, 2:42 pm
#22
Join Date: Feb 2008
Posts: 1,597
Kind of surprised that this property gets so little reviews...just had an excellent 1 night stay.
The rooms are very modern, very well done, and spacious. Very good Diamond recognition, despite full occupancy no problems with 4pm checkout, and when my flight was delayed this was even extended to 5:30 without charge. Much appreciated !
Restaurant food was OK but nothing spectacular.
Only downside is probably small fitness and mediocre pool area.
Would stay here again any time based on the great rooms and resonable rates. The location is convenient as well.
The rooms are very modern, very well done, and spacious. Very good Diamond recognition, despite full occupancy no problems with 4pm checkout, and when my flight was delayed this was even extended to 5:30 without charge. Much appreciated !
Restaurant food was OK but nothing spectacular.
Only downside is probably small fitness and mediocre pool area.
Would stay here again any time based on the great rooms and resonable rates. The location is convenient as well.
Oct 4, 2012, 1:39 pm
#23
Join Date: Jul 1999
Location: East Hampton/Dorado Beach
Posts: 591
Just ended a one night stay.
It was supposed to be two nights but the hotel was just too weird.
They let me check out one night early.
The lobby is an after thought......no vibe at all.
The check-in was quick but the Continental Breakfast included in my corporate rate confused them.
It was sorted out the next morning. The breakfast all looked like it came from yesterdays 7-11 rejects.
The studio room was big but odd. Second floor but the golf course view was blocked by the trees.
Parking is a problem. Narrow street goes around the property and there is not enough parking for each building.
The pool.......jump in....jump out.....nothing you would want to hang around in.
The Direct-TV was fuzzy......something I am seeing in all my Hyatt stays recently.
BUT THE SHOWER WAS FANTASTIC ! GREAT SHOWERHEAD AND PRESSURE !!
If you go in thinking this is a Hyatt Place and not a Hyatt Hotel you might have a nice stay.
It was supposed to be two nights but the hotel was just too weird.
They let me check out one night early.
The lobby is an after thought......no vibe at all.
The check-in was quick but the Continental Breakfast included in my corporate rate confused them.
It was sorted out the next morning. The breakfast all looked like it came from yesterdays 7-11 rejects.
The studio room was big but odd. Second floor but the golf course view was blocked by the trees.
Parking is a problem. Narrow street goes around the property and there is not enough parking for each building.
The pool.......jump in....jump out.....nothing you would want to hang around in.
The Direct-TV was fuzzy......something I am seeing in all my Hyatt stays recently.
BUT THE SHOWER WAS FANTASTIC ! GREAT SHOWERHEAD AND PRESSURE !!
If you go in thinking this is a Hyatt Place and not a Hyatt Hotel you might have a nice stay.
Oct 4, 2012, 7:41 pm
#24
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: valencia ca
Programs: Hyatt Diamond
Posts: 244
Great place for family trip!
I just did quick one night stay at the blue, was upgraded to 1 bedroom villa, asked for 3 bedroom villa but was told it was all booked. 1 bedroom villa had 2 full bathroom, two queen bed, and nice kitchen. I did have parking problem too, but i was able to find the parking spot on the building 9. Breakfast was great, I received 4 breakfast coupon when check in, you can order from the menu, or continental breakfast. My rate was $99 AAA rate!
Sep 15, 2013, 11:26 am
#26
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: York, PA
Programs: MRSPG LT Tit, HH Diamond, Hertz Pres.
Posts: 1,737
Sep 15, 2013, 11:34 am
#28
Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: Boston, MA
Programs: AA Lifetime Platinum (3MM), QF Lifetime Gold, Bonvoy Lifetime Platinum, Ex-Hyatt Diamond
Posts: 7,541
Note: no taxis hang around at the hotel. They have to be called. It can take a while to get a taxi arrive at the hotel. If time/timing is an issue, make sure you call and reserve a taxi in advance.
May 2, 2014, 2:40 pm
#29
Used to be " vincentppetty "
Join Date: Sep 2006
Programs: DL Platinum/1MM; Hyatt Globalist; Marriott Titanium; Loews Platinum; GHA/Omni Platinum; Hilton Gold
Posts: 553
Any recent stays?
Anyone stay here recently? I am trying to think of something new to do for Memorial Day Wknd ... I have done Coconut Point and bunch, and have Pier 66 set for August; was considering this property.
May 13, 2014, 3:49 pm
#30
Original Member
Join Date: May 1998
Location: NYC
Programs: AA 2MM, Bonvoy LTT, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 14,636
Hyatt Miami at the Blue LEAVING May 29, 2014?
Just got the following:
Dear Guest
On behalf of the Hyatt Miami at the Blue, thank you for your past and present business. We would like to inform you that The Hyatt Miami at the Blue will be undergoing a brand, ownership and management change. Provident Hotels will assume management of the Hotel effective May 29, 2014 and the hotel will cease to function as a Hyatt Hotel. Should you have any questions that pertain to dates after May 29th please contact Paul Cooper, representative of Provident Hotels at 804.918.0082.
Provident Hotels will honor your existing reservations and Hyatt will work to assure a smooth transition. Please note that Gold Passport program benefits and/or points will not be earned or redeemed after May 29, 2014 at this hotel.
Hyatt Corporation appreciates your business with Hyatt Miami at the Blue and we look forward to serving you again in the future at other Hyatt Hotels in our system.
Very Truly Yours,
Brittany McKean
Guest Relations Specialist
Global Contact Center - Omaha
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On behalf of the Hyatt Miami at the Blue, thank you for your past and present business. We would like to inform you that The Hyatt Miami at the Blue will be undergoing a brand, ownership and management change. Provident Hotels will assume management of the Hotel effective May 29, 2014 and the hotel will cease to function as a Hyatt Hotel. Should you have any questions that pertain to dates after May 29th please contact Paul Cooper, representative of Provident Hotels at 804.918.0082.
Provident Hotels will honor your existing reservations and Hyatt will work to assure a smooth transition. Please note that Gold Passport program benefits and/or points will not be earned or redeemed after May 29, 2014 at this hotel.
Hyatt Corporation appreciates your business with Hyatt Miami at the Blue and we look forward to serving you again in the future at other Hyatt Hotels in our system.
Very Truly Yours,
Brittany McKean
Guest Relations Specialist
Global Contact Center - Omaha
9805 Q Street Omaha NE 68127
T: 888.524.9288 F: 402.593.5157
You are receiving this message because you provided your email address in order to receive messages regarding a transaction with us. Because we consider the privacy and confidentiality of your information to be important, we use your information in accordance with our Global Privacy Policy for Guests. Available at: privacy.hyatt.com
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