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- The Avg. Group Saves 20.7%!
- Hotel has 96 rooms
- 4 floors in property
- 2 suites in property
- Check in time: 4:00 pm
- Check out time: 11AM
- Group booking rating of 10.0/10
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Room Types
Check Rates1 King Safe Coffee Maker Refrigerator Tel Desk Usb Chargers 42 Inch TV Private Bath
Non-Smoking
Local Attractions
South Pointe Park, Lincoln Road Pedestrian Mall, Perez Art Museum, Port of Miami, Miami Children Museaum, Miami Beach Convention Center, Art Deco Historic District, fine dining and night life, Ocean Drive.
Map & Attractions for The Balfour Hotel
Verified Reviews of The Balfour Hotel
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Very cute hotel, very nice staff."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
I enjoyed it, wonderful staff, very cute hotel, beautifully decorated.
John G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
23-Aug-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Aug 19 to Sat Aug 24 2024 at a $106.44 average nightly rate. 
"The Best!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I think I've stayed here the last five times I've been to Miami and I always love it. Thank you to the staff and the Balfour is my go to Miami hotel. Love you guys thank you!❤️🙏🏼.
Jenny K. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
27-Feb-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Feb 24 to Wed Feb 28 2024 at a $311.85 average nightly rate. Property Description
The Lord Balfour is situated directly on Ocean Drive, south of Fifth Street, in a neighborhood better known as “SoFi” to the Miami Beach locals. The style is new edgy, chic vintage design while keeping its original concept of Art Deco history, merging with a thoroughly modern setting. Upon entering the room, our guest will quickly discover the edgy comfort and playful elements deliver a touch of the unexpected. The 96 hotel guest rooms featuring modern design comforts and essential technology, all rooms feature hardwood floors, sheer curtains, high quality linens, leather lounge chairs, strategically placed lighting, comfortable bedding and variable shower options, plush robes and towels, flat screen TV,Safe box in Room, Mini Bar, Wi-Fi and a working desk.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 4:00 pm |
| Check Out: | 11AM |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2019 |
| Floors: | 4 |
| Rooms: | 96 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 82 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 7 |
| Suites: | 2 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 1 |
| Meeting Space: | 975 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 110 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | On-site |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 4PM-11PM |
| Pool Info: | Plunge Pool and roof top |
| Ownership: | Highgate |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: TBD | |
| Nightly Parking: | $45 |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 25% |
| Total Taxes: | 14.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $42.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 9.00% |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Credit card accepted: JCB
- Elevator
- Facilities for the disabled
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Internet - wireless
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Private bathroom in room
- Quiet location
- Safe in rooms
- Shower
Airport & Shuttle Information
Miami International Airport
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.Breakfast Information
A la carte Options ranging from $8.00 and Up
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Sorry, pets are not allowed.Parking Info
$45 per day plus taxes
Internet / WiFI
included in the property
Cleaning Policies
Your health and safety are our utmost priority. The Balfour Hotel team is committed to protecting the welfare of our guests and team members by providing a comfortable and safe environment. Our team has been fully trained on the importance of upholding the highest level of hygienic standards and is taking every precaution to protect our guests, our community, and our team members. We are monitoring the situation daily and will continue to reevaluate our procedures as circumstances change.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: The Front Porch Cafe - A charming beachfront cafe serving delicious breakfast options. Located 0.2 miles from The Balfour Hotel.
- Lunch: Yardbird Southern Table & Bar - A popular spot for Southern comfort food. Located 0.3 miles from The Balfour Hotel.
- Dinner: Joe's Stone Crab - A famous seafood restaurant known for its stone crab claws. Located 0.5 miles from The Balfour Hotel.
- Activity: South Beach Art Deco District - Explore the vibrant and iconic Art Deco architecture of South Beach. Located 0.1 miles from The Balfour Hotel.
- Breakfast: Big Pink - A retro-style diner serving hearty breakfast classics. Located 0.4 miles from The Balfour Hotel.
- Lunch: Versailles Restaurant - A legendary Cuban restaurant serving authentic Cuban cuisine. Located 2.5 miles from The Balfour Hotel.
- Dinner: Nobu Miami - A high-end Japanese restaurant offering exquisite sushi and other Japanese dishes. Located 1.2 miles from The Balfour Hotel.
- Activity: Miami Beach Boardwalk - Take a leisurely stroll along the scenic boardwalk and enjoy the ocean views. Located 0.1 miles from The Balfour Hotel.
- Breakfast: The Local House - A cozy beachfront cafe offering a variety of breakfast options. Located 0.3 miles from The Balfour Hotel.
- Lunch: La Sandwicherie - A popular spot for delicious and fresh sandwiches. Located 0.2 miles from The Balfour Hotel.
- Dinner: Prime 112 - A trendy steakhouse known for its prime cuts of meat. Located 0.6 miles from The Balfour Hotel.
- Activity: Wynwood Walls - Explore the vibrant street art scene in the Wynwood neighborhood. Located 5.3 miles from The Balfour Hotel.
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Previously known as:
Balfour Hotel, Life House, Ocean Drive, Life House Ocean Drive, Lord Balfour, Driftwood Hospitality
Seasonality and Projections at The Balfour Hotel
This chart illustrates fluctuations of sleeping room prices for both group/meeting rates and the best online individual traveler prices we could find at the time the group/meeting bid was placed. The most competitive group/meeting rate displayed is 33.2% in the month of March 2023 and the highest average individual rate is $459 in the month of February 2023. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at The Balfour Hotel in a month when rates are lower.
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FAQs about The Balfour Hotel
What time is check in?
Check in time is 4:00 pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does The Balfour Hotel have?
There are 96 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at The Balfour Hotel?
Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at The Balfour Hotel?
A la carte Options ranging from $8.00 and Up
What parking is available at The Balfour Hotel?
$45 per day plus taxes
How much does internet cost?
included in the property
Can I get a AAA rate at The Balfour Hotel?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at The Balfour Hotel?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a group rate at The Balfour Hotel?
Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 20.7%.
Testimonials:
"Bob responded very promptly and the booking process went very well. They answered all our questions and offered the rooms we needed at the price they quoted. It was a very efficient way of finding a hotel for our group. You have been excellent to deal with. I have already referred your company to another teacher in our school. Thank you for being so helpful and following up on everything!!" G.W. - Cleveland, OH
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