Winterhaven or Blue Moon ?

[Dr82]

Hi again folks!

I'm luckily visiting South Beach again; and after doing a lot of web research, considering I'm getting there on Sept 20th to Sept 24th; and then I come back on Sept 28th to October 1st; the best two options are both the "Winterhaven" and the "Blue Moon Hotel"; due to a special promotion in which they give you for free 2 nights when booking 4 consecutive nights. They also provide free breakfast and WIFI....

So, my question is; does anyone know either of them? Any thoughts on which one could be better? I know Winterhaven has a better location, but the rooms have no fridge......

I thank you all in advance for your help !!!

[Carlos Miller]

Not familiar with either one. Where are they located?

[Dr82]

Hi Carlos, thanks a lot for taking the time to read my post !

Here are both addresses. They're owned by the same company I believe, since they're referred to as "Sister Hotels".

Winterhaven: 1400 OCEAN DRIVE
Blue Moon Hotel: 944 COLLINS AVENUE

[Carlos Miller]

If they're owned by the same company, I guess you can expect the same type of quality from both of them, whether it is good or bad.

The Winterhaven is a little closer to actual beach. The Blue Moon is just one block further from the beach.

Both are in prime locations on South Beach.

[Dr82]

Carlos, many thanks.....I think they both should be similar. Anyway, if anyone has been there; I welcome any comments that can help me decide.

Btw, does anyone know of any other "Summer sale" or Promo in South Beach hotels?

Thanks!!!

[rk]

Between your two choices, go with Winterhaven (unless fridge is a deal-breaker).

For additional deals, check the following link:

http://www.travelzoo.com/hotels/florida/

[Dr82]

Hi Rk, thanks for the advise! So you think Winterhaven is better than the other one? Or just because of the location you would go with it ?

Thanks again my friend !!!!

[rk]

I've heard good reports about Winterhaven. Not familiar enough with the Blue Moon to make a true comparison, so I guess I am mainly going by location. You can walk to either Ocean Dr or Lincoln Rd without being in too noisy a spot.

Were you not staying at the Palmer House a while back? I would pick that over either of these, but if the price is right both Winterhaven and Blue Moon can be very satisfactory.

[Blackford Oakes]

My recollection of Blue Moon from my June stay is that it needs some work. I did however notice, as I peered into one of their windows is they serve Blue Moon on tap. That's the best thing I can say of the place.

[Dr82]

Hi Rk, yes, I did stay at the Palmer House and it was FANTASTIC. But considering this promos that both Blue Moon and Winterhaven have, they imply an overall rate which is $200.- below Palmer......and they offer breakfast and free WIFI (for which I would have to pay $9,99.- a day at P. House).

Hi Under Sun, thanks for your comment..........although now I'm not sure about staying there !!! I guess I'll call the Winterhaven and try to get a room instead of at the Blue Moon.......or you think it's pretty much the same ??

Thanks!!

[escociabhoy]

winterhaven as when i stayed in blue moon is was needing remodelled and was smelling of smoke in my supposed no smoking room although the Chesterfield almost opposite is a reasonable priced clean new styled hotel i would recommend

[Dr82]

Ok.....thank you all ! I guess I will look for other options, even if they imply paying a bit more.......

Thank you all !!! And I welcome any suggestion (apart from Palmer House since I've been there and it's great, but a bit costy compared to others).

[rk]

Nothing wrong with Winterhaven. Except for the small rooms, it is above average for SoBe, so if you're getting a good rate I would go for it.

[Dr82]

Rk, many thanks! I'm calling right now (since they didn't reply my emails) to make the booking.

Thanksss again my friend !!!

[Blackford Oakes]

Hi Under Sun, thanks for your comment..........although now I'm not sure about staying there !!! I guess I'll call the Winterhaven and try to get a room instead of at the Blue Moon.......or you think it's pretty much the same ??

Thanks!!

I didn't stay there, but I rode my bike while I was checking out the architecture in the area. You should be OK with RK's seal of approval considering the rate you're getting.

[rk]

Good luck. Remember to call the hotel a few days before you arrive to be sure they remember your reservation, and let us know how you liked it.

[Dr82]

I sure will! I have to call again tomorrow since noone answered today.......I will keep you all posted my friends .

Thanks again for being so helpful !

[Dr82]

Hey guys, sorry to bother once more.....but I've been trying to call the Winterhaven and the phone is out of service; and since I'm not in the US right now, I cannot call the 1-800 phone.....

Also, they didn't reply any emails.....any thoughts? I cannot just book online since I need to ask them how to redeem the 2 free nights they offer in the promo...

Thanks!!!!

[rk]

Odd, I just called their 800 number and they picked up. They said the 305 number should be working. It is: 305-531-5571

Please try again. If they don't answer maybe consider the Blue Moon...

[Dr82]

Hi Rk, as always, a thousand thanks for your help ! I actually called the Blue Moon and could contact the Winterhaven reservations.......in the end I booked for an Oceanfront room, so I will let you know how did that go....

Thank you all !!!!