Review Summary
Pros
- Awesome oceanfront location in quiet Sunny Isles
- Large rooms with kitchenettes, balconies or terraces, and 45-inch flat-screen TVs
- Four on-site restaurants, plus room service
- Two pools overlooking the beach
- Nice gym with ocean views
- Expansive special events facilities
- Pet-friendly
- Free Wi-Fi throughout (part of daily resort fee)
Cons
- Even new rooms are a bit plain
- Not much to see or do within walking distance
- Mediocre on-site restaurants
- Daily resort fee (includes Wi-Fi)
Bottom Line
In its heyday during the '50s and '60s, the Marco Polo's fabulous oceanfront venue made it one of the top resorts in Sunny Isles where go-go sun worshippers could escape the winter. Today, this faded 250-room hotel still boasts spectacular views and the same beach locale, but little else remains that's especially enticing. Despite recent renovations, the spacious rooms are lackluster, and the same is true for public spaces. There are four on-site restaurants and snack bars, none of them noteworthy, and few dining options nearby. The hotel is popular for weddings and religious events, which means that large family groups are not uncommon. Still, it's one of the most affordable options in Sunny Isles; budget-minded guests planning to spend their days by the beach and pool might be satisfied.
