220 21st St, 220 21st Street and 2000 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida, United States | (888) 708-2081
One block from the beach
Spacious, modern apartments; some with balconies and sea views
All condo-style rooms have fully-equipped kitchens with dishwashers
Free breakfast
Rooftop pool boasts ocean views
Zen meditation garden is tranquil
Fitness center features modern equipment
Beach umbrella and lounger service is available for the nearby beach
Pet-friendly property
Non-smoking hotel (a con for some)
Free Wi-Fi
The breakfast is basic and it's served down the block
The bar and restaurant is separate from the main building
Steep resort fee added on
Numerous complaints about housekeeping
Located a two-minute walk away from the ocean
and an eight-minute walk from central Miami Beach, Boulan South Beach is a trendy, upscale condo-hotel surrounded by dining, shopping, and nightlife. The decor here is modern and chic, from the cool lobby to the courtyard fountain and ocean-view rooftop pool. All 52
apartments are large and have fully-equipped kitchens; space-wise, they are
some of the biggest in Miami. Some rooms are penthouse suites with access to
the rooftop. The hotel also has a modern fitness center, Zen meditation garden, beach umbrella and lounge chair service, an affiliated restaurant, and free breakfast. Note that some guests complain of housekeeping issues.
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Scene
Swanky and zen, with lots of green public spaces
Boulan South Beach has a luxe vibe,
from its sleek apartments to its public spaces, all decked out in cool, all-white decor. The lobby has high ceilings and accents
like artsy, boxy light fixtures and an orange front desk. The
color scheme is a mix of burnt orange, gold, and dark wood, offset by cool limestone floors
and a smattering of bamboo plants. Several small reception desks in lieu of one
massive check-in counter make for a more personalized feel. Clusters of
couches and chairs scattered around the lobby, as well as cushioned lounges and
armchairs dotting the manicured grounds, add to the intimate vibe. The Zenmeditation garden has a turf lawn, and the courtyard has a large fountain. The hotel is popular with
couples, groups of friends, and families who are looking for spacious rooms and decadent
surroundings, without the pretentious atmosphere.
Location
On lively Collins Avenue, one block from the beach
The Boulan South Beach is located in the culturally vibrant South Beach neighborhood, which has everything from dance
clubs to famous design museums. The colorful Art Deco buildings and miles of
white sandy beaches are what the area is known for. The Bass Museum of Art is a two-minute walk
away, and Miami City Ballet is a five-minute stroll up the road. The Miami
Botanical Gardens have waterfalls and myriads of different plants, and
they're 10 minutes walking from the hotel. The beach can be seen from the hotel's rooftop, and is only a block away. The hotel provides guests with beach towels
and folding chairs. Valet parking is available for a fee.
Rooms
Fully-equipped apartments with all-white designer touches and limestone floors; some have balconies and sea views
The 52 apartments at the Boulan South Beach all have luxurious modern decor, with hints of the building’s Art Deco origins picked up in the retro furniture. Highlights include textured gray carpeting,
sleek white furnishings, limestone floors, and Tempur-Pedic mattresses with high-end white bedding. All rooms offer modern amenities,
which include flat-screen TVs, well-equipped minibars, bathrobes, hairdryers,
air-conditioning, walk-in closets, and iHome units. In addition, the kitchens have full-sized fridgesand dishwashers. Bathrooms are similarly sleek, with a minimalist-chic
feel and rectangular sinks, as well as double
vanities, glass rainfall showers, designer toiletries, and, in some, separatebathtubs. Most rooms have large
private balconies, some with views of the ocean. Some guests do complain about issues with the quality of the housekeeping.
Features
Rooftop pool with sunset views, modern fitness center, free breakfast, affiliated restaurant, free Wi-Fi, and beach equipment
Located on the roof deck, the pool and hot tub are real show-stoppers, surrounded by palm trees and
comfortable cabanas, with views of the ocean and a busy bar, although there aren't enough umbrellas to keep off the
searing South Floridan sunshine. The bistro, Orange Blossom, is located adjacent
to the hotel on Collins Park and serves up decent food on marble-topped tables; the free breakfast is served there.
The on-site fitness center has a good range of machines, as well as flat-screen
TVs mounted on the wall. There’s
also plenty of natural light in the fitness center and the mirrors make the
room look bigger than it actually is. The Zen Garden is pleasant, but nothing exceptional, with wicker sun-loungers on a strip of turf. The courtyard is prettier, with its fountain-pond, tropical plants, and shaded, cushioned seating area; the palm trees light up at night. The hotel also offers free Wi-Fi throughout, but there is a hefty resort fee.
