Detailed Review
Located in the heart of South Beach and directly on the ocean, Delano is the ultimate world-class urban resort and self-contained destination. It is a cool haven of relaxation in the middle of one of the world’s most vibrant cities. Boasting America’s first Indoor/Outdoor Lobby, the hotel’s public spaces create the feeling of an interwoven “village” with almost no separation between indoors and out.
With its soaring and unforgettably beautiful lobby, legendary white guestrooms, lushly landscaped orchard, breathtaking pool, renowned Agua Spa and stunning private beach, Delano epitomizes simple chic for a modern world.
Press Quotes
“From the moment the lobby doors swing open, it is clear that The Delano has the imprint of the formidable hotel-design duo Ian Schrager and Philippe Starck. From the oversized outdoor chess board and crystal chandeliers to the Eames pieces and Dali artwork, the hotel is an exercise in post-modern playfulness.” The Independent 07
“The epicenter of South Beach cool…” New York Times 04
Independent Reviews
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"Ever-popular Miami Beach icon, Ian Schrager's haut-design hotel has cavernous public spaces and stark, minimalist rooms."
TI's top choice for design in Miami. Hotelier Ian Schrager's really went to town on innovative designs; public spaces of almost museum-like oddity but it's undeniably cool and still attracts big celebrity names.
Delano
By Hal Peat
Having just passed a remarkable decade as a pioneer property in the renovation of Miamis South Beach district, Delano maintains the distinctive character and style originally conceived by hotelier Ian Schrager that made it into an instant local landmark with an international reputation.
This character begins to assert itself even before you enter from Collins Avenue to Delanos interior space, thanks to the Indoor/Outdoor concept of the lobby with its feel of an interwoven village that makes for a seamless separation between indoors and outdoors. In fact, you may have the sensation of having slipped into a dreamlike, surreal environment of soaring white pillars and billowing curtains that reappear throughout the public areas of Delanos ground floor.
The overall ambiance is both subtle and distinct at the same time, somewhat like being on a grand yet intimate stage on which you the voyager will effortlessly perform the script of your own unique sojourn.
The rooms
Lighting along corridors to guest quarters is extremely muted (some might say downright dim) but this is intended to accentuate the startling whiteness as you enter your Philippe Starck designed habitat. From guest rooms to loft suites and duplex bungalows, the ongoing effect combines playfulness and elegance.
Custom painted white and pearl grey, each also features mirror-glazed, brilliant white plank floors with an extra layer of natural cork underfoot for increased privacy.
Your quarters may also have such Starck details as angels hovering over your bed to ensure sweet slumber and blackout screens to block out the harshness of the tropical sun. The recently renovated bathrooms in the suite and bungalow quarters are dominated from floor to ceiling by thick Italian arabescato marble, monolothic bathtubs and Starck-designed porcelain sinks.
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