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The Balfour

4.0 star property
4-star boutique hotel near Ocean Drive

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Courtyard
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Property entrance
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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350 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL, 33139
  • Ocean Drive
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Collins Avenue Shopping Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Port of Miami
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Miami, FL (MIA-Miami Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Miami Beach

South Beach stay.At this South Beach hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue Shopping Area, both within a 5-minute walk. Lincoln Road Mall and Miami Beach Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Ocean Drive - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Collins Avenue Shopping Area - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Miami Beach Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Lincoln Road Mall - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Port of Miami - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Bicentennial Park Metromover Station - 7 min drive
  • Hialeah Market Station - 15 min drive
  • Miami, FL (MPB-Public Seaplane Base) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CJ's Crab Shack - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Playa Supermarket - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Big Pink - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gelato-go South Beach - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Balfour

4-star boutique hotel near Ocean Drive
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and dry cleaning/laundry services are also featured at the boutique The Balfour. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of The Balfour was completed in May 2021.

This Art Deco Miami Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 82 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1940
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Balfour offers 82 accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Miami Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 45 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 30 for adults and USD 8 to 26 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 75
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per day
  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.
  • Resort fee: USD 47.88 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Nearby fitness center access
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 30.00 for adults, and USD 8.00 to 26.00 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 45.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

Parcel deliveries will be accepted only for guests up to one week prior to a guest's arrival. First 3 parcels are included. The property will charge an additional fee for each additional package. Any deliveries received more than one week before or after a guest's stay will be returned. The hotel cannot be held responsible for lost or damaged goods.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Lord Balfour
Lord Balfour Hotel
Lord Balfour Hotel Miami Beach
Lord Balfour Miami Beach
Wave Hotel Miami Beach
Room Mate Lord Balfour Hotel Miami Beach
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Balfour to the airport?

The Balfour is 3.7 mi (12-min drive) away from the Miami, FL (MPB-Public Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Balfour?

As of May 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Balfour on Jun 28, 2025 start from $135.32, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Balfour have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Balfour.

How close is The Balfour to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Miami Beach Beaches and 2-minute walk from South Pointe Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Balfour offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Balfour, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 10.00 and 30.00 for adults, USD 8.00 and 26.00 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Balfour?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Magic City Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Balfour?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs USD 75 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Balfour?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 45.00 per day.

Does The Balfour have a pool?

The Balfour features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does The Balfour have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Balfour have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Balfour to downtown Miami Beach?

The Balfour is 1.2 mi away from Miami Beach.

The Balfour Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 403 out of 742 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 742 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 742 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 742 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 742 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SARA

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelsey

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Poor customer service and dishonest with room

The door was broken and we were not informed of it prior to our arrival. They delayed our check in process trying to fix it but never did
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Kay, Niwot

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small, neat and tidy. Very close to the beach with seating and umbrellas. Walkable to food and all of Ocean Dr. Perfect for everything we did in Miami Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am very happy with our stay. This hotel has plenty of perks like a bar/restaurant, Very close access to the beach, umbrella and chairs on the beach (with the resort fee), beach towels, and water in the lobby. We didn’t use the pool but it was a little smaller than I expected. The rooftop patio was nice at night. The front desk was very nice and helpful. Only cons we had was the elevator was very small, luckily the steps were conveniently located right beside the elevator and easy to take to get to your floor. The blinds in our room didn’t really work but we figured it out. The bathroom was a little small but our king bedroom was actually larger than i thought. I would stay here again! It was definitely a more quiet part of the beach but a quick walk to the more icon parts of ocean drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deelah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thank you Bruno

Bruno was excellent. Meeting us at the curb. Carrying bags. Very friendly and accomodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nice location, staff and rooms

Nice hotel, great location, staff and rooms Let down by blocked toilet 3 times (we were only there 2 nights). and very noisy construction work in the middle of the day which should have been warned about.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Traveled with family
This hotel is just ok. The good things are that the room is quiet, it's a block to the beach, and in a great neighborhood. The bad part is that the room was an old, concrete box. Small, cramped and claustrophobic. Luckily, we had beautiful weather and so only had to be in the room to sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

george

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Business stay

My room was quite small but clean. Nice linens. It was very muggy and actually cold. No heat in the rooms and once the air conditioning went off the room smelled musty. The highlight of my stay was being served breakfast by Franchesca. She was friendly and very quick. Lovely girl. The hotel can make some easy improvements like having cups next to the chilled water container. Out of 4 days there were only cups once. Waiting for someone to notice to and give you a glass took forever. Carpets in hallways need cleaning. However the staff was friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small hotel. Just enough away from the louder areas of South Beach
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Lovely Piece of History in a Very Sweet Hotel

The staff at the front desk were just lovely. I could tell that they were always looking to make sure that we had what we needed and and were available to us at any time. I was really surprised by the restaurant the food was lovely it was a beautiful breakfast/brunch. I would definitely come back and stay in this hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Mike, Ottawa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. Short walk on Ocean Drive to cool bars, restaurants and shopping. A classic Miami Beach vibe. The hotel itself is quite dated and in need of a refurbishment. The carpets are stained and the lobby/check-in seems random and sparse. Seemed like a card table with a laptop on it. The room is small, but reasonably clean. The lighting is confusing and inadequate. No safe. The bathroom is tiny. Walls are thin and you can certainly hear your neighbors. Staff are cheerful and bartenders friendly. But you need to ask about discounts etc that are part of the purchase. So don’t be shy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Claudia

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Edward

Room was small and dark. Needs updating. Carpets were stained and older in halls.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, steep resort charge tho
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Gerald

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little gem in south beach

Place was central and funky. Staff were over the top amazing. Friendly and super helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

April

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is just what you would expect for this area, the room was small but as are most rooms on this area. We really liked how quiet it was yet close to all the action and the walk to the beach was so easy and great amenities to have two chairs and an umbrella included in the room rental. Staff was so kind!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025