11600 NW 41st St, Doral, Florida, United States | (888) 822-7560
Close to malls, Florida International University, and Marlins Stadium
Within walking distance of restaurants and bars, including a Starbucks
Well-maintained rooms have flat-screen TVs, work desks, and free toiletries
Suites have sitting areas and well-stocked kitchenettes
Free breakfast with hot items such as eggs and waffles
Outdoor bar with TVs next to small pool surrounded by loungers
Free coffee, tea, and fruits are available throughout the day
Small fitness center offers limited machines
Free Wi-Fi throughout the property
Free on-site parking
Location is removed from beach and downtown
Some complaints of noise from nearby highway
The mid-range Hampton Inn & Suites Miami-Doral/Dolphin Mall is a fine example of the company's chain of hotels. The hotel is convenient for guests in town for an event -- graduation at FIU or a Marlins game -- or those looking for a base from which to explore the Everglades. The 121 rooms are contemporary and clean, outfitted with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus suites add kitchenettes. An outdoor pool has an adjacent bar and all rates include a free hot breakfast. The hotel is a 20-minute drive from the airport, so travelers who want to be a bit closer may prefer the Comfort Suites Miami Airport North.
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Scene
Typical chain hotel serving as a base for nearby events and parks
The Hampton Inn & Suites Miami-Doral/Dolphin Mall is a typical chain property that acts as a base for those who need a place to put their heads at night. The crowd depends on the time of year, seeing couples in town for a Marlins baseball and families in town for graduation ceremonies at Florida International University. The design is mostly generic but contemporary, using lots of earth-tone colors and wood. A spacious lobby has various chairs and a station for free coffee and tea during the day. This area melds into the breakfast room, which has a flat-screen TV. A chalkboard sign on the front desk announcing the "Guest of the Day" and nearby tray of free freshly baked cookies add homey touches.
Location
Easy access to events across the city and the Everglades
Located directly off Florida's Turnpike (that's Ronald Reagan Turnpike to out-of-towners), the hotel is situated with great access to both the city and the Everglades National Park and Big Cypress National Preserve. Guests can walk to several restaurants and bars, including a great Cuban restaurant next door called Las Vegas, as well as Starbucks, McDonalds, and an eclectic Latin restaurant. The best way to to navigate the city and its surrounding areas as a tourist is by car. A quick ride will get baseball fans to the Marlins park in 15 minutes and shoppers to each of the area's huge malls in five to 10 minutes (a hotel shuttle is conveniently available for the shopping runs). It's also just seven minutes by car from Florida International University and 20 minutes to Miami International Airport. This location is not ideal for those looking to spend their days at Miami Beach or downtown.
Rooms
Contemporary, clean rooms with chain decor
The rooms are well-maintained and contemporary, furnished with neutral and cool colors. Rooms are well-sized, and suites have living areas featuring sofa beds, two-person dining tables, and well-stocked kitchenettes. Free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, safes, and flat-screen TVs are standard, but lower-category rooms lack mini-fridges. Bathrooms have shower/tub combos and long granite vanities topped with coffeemakers and Neutrogena toiletries. Conveniently, nightstands have an outlet pod with USB charge ports and normal outlets. The best bet for a good night's sleep? Book a room overlooking the pool to block out highway noise.
Features
A poolside bar with reasonably priced drinks is a welcome surprise
The hotel offers a decent array of amenities for a Hampton Inn. As is typical of the chain, all rates include a hot breakfast consisting of eggs, waffles, fruit, and cereal. Free freshly baked cookies, as well as free coffee and tea are available by the lobby throughout the day. There's no restaurant, but there is an outdoor bar with flat-screen TVs that serves reasonably priced drinks. Adjacent to it is a small rectangular pool with a dozen or so loungers scattered around it. The property's gym is small but it has modern machines. There's also a business center with two computers, a printer, and ATM.