Richmond Hotel

1757 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida 33139

Written by Beth Garrett

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During the time of year when snow blankets the ground and gray clouds cover the skies, hundreds of thousands of travelers are drawn to Miami Beach like a magnet in search of sun, fun and relaxation. Miami is known for its numerous boutique style hotels, but there is none more intimate than the family owned Richmond. Built in 1941, shortly before the outbreak of World War II, the building was designed in the Art Deco Nautical tradition. The Richmond recently underwent a vast restoration project, under the direction of Co-proprietor, Pat Herbert, which has restored the hotel to its original splendor. The Richmond?s oceanfront location offers guests the opportunity to experience a wide array of water related activities including parasailing, snorkeling, sailing, fishing, scuba diving and jet skiing. Not only is the Richmond located in close proximity to the cobalt blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean, but Miami?s hottest destinations are only Guestroom at the Richmond Hotel in Miami Beach

Guestroom at the Richmond Hotel in Miami Beach

minutes away. Nearby attractions include the trendy shops on Lincoln Road, the hustle and bustle of Ocean Drive, Pro Player Stadium, hip nightclubs, the Wolfsonian Art Deco Museum and the Vizcaya Palace and Gardens.

Art Deco Accommodations

The Richmond Hotel boasts 92 guest accommodations, six of which are suites, which are spread out over six floors. When deciding on a room type, guests of the Richmond are left with several options depending on the amount of space that is desired. Room types include Superior Rooms, Deluxe Rooms and Oceanfront Rooms. All guest rooms are decorated in a manner that will immediately remind guests of Miami?s decades old love affair with everything Art Deco. Much of the furniture and fabric was purchased on buying trips taken to Europe during the hotel?s restoration project. Each guest accommodation is furnished with a queen sized bed, although rollaway beds are available upon request Ocean View from the Richmond Hotel in Miami Beach

Ocean View from the Richmond Hotel in Miami Beach

for a small fee.

All of the Comforts of Home

The in-room amenities that are provided at the Richmond Hotel offer guests all of the comforts of home, and then some. All guest accommodations have a remote controlled color cable television with in-room movies. For those travelers who are in Miami Beach for reasons other than pleasure, the guest rooms serve as a wonderful working space as well as a comfortable living environment. All accommodations have a spacious working desk in addition to a modem jack for high-speed Internet access. The in-room telephone features voice mail and data ports. All rooms are individually climate controlled to ensure maximum comfort for each and every guest. Guests may opt to store their valuables in the in-room safe or in the safety deposit boxes that are located at the front desk. Other in-room amenities include alarm clock radio, fully stocked mini-bar, refrigerator Poolside at the Richmond Hotel in Miami Beach

Poolside at the Richmond Hotel in Miami Beach

and hairdryer. When accompanied by an adult, children stay at the Richmond free of charge. The Richmond is also a pet friendly hotel. Handicap accessible and nonsmoking rooms are available upon request as are baby cribs.

Five-Star Services

The guest services that are offered at the Richmond rate high on the five-star scale. The highly professional, extremely courteous staff is on-hand to make sure that each and every guest gets the most out of their stay at the Richmond and will remember it with fondness. The concierge is the person to see if help is needed in securing dinner reservations at any of Miami?s numerous savory establishments. The concierge can also point guests in the direction of the city?s many hidden jewels. The front desk is manned around the clock so guests need not ever go in search of someone if any type of assistance is needed. Other guest services include airport transportation, in-room dining, currency exchange, parcel service, nightly turndown, housekeeping, wake-up calls, express checkout, valet parking, dry cleaning, laundry service, business center, meeting/banquet facilities and babysitting.

Rest and Relaxation

When it comes to rest and relaxation, the Richmond is long on ideas. The spectacular Oceanside pool is the ideal spot to soak up some sun. Guests can easily access the beach via the Richmond Bridge which goes directly from the hotel to the pristine sand of the Atlantic. There is also a luxurious heated half moon spa that is located on the beautifully manicured Coconut Palm Patio. The Richmond houses its own fitness center for exercise enthusiasts. After a strenuous workout guests can reward themselves with a body melting massage. The hotel?s concierge can also arrange for any number of recreational activities such as golf at Miami?s many professional courses. Guests can start their day of right before hitting the beach by taking advantage of the Verandah Caf??s sumptuous breakfast buffet. The caf? is open for breakfast and lunch daily.