Stayed at the RC Coconut Grove this weekend before a flight from MIA. I've only visited Miami a few times but never this area. The hotel is only about 8 miles from MIA in a quaint- nice neighborhood.

The hotel seems perfect for small events/ meetings/ weekend trips. Beautiful lobby and city pool area. I had confirmed (and was guaranteed) two double beds on arrival. We left Palm Beach around 7:30 and arrived to the hotel around 9pm and upon check in, were told that we would have to take a king w/ a roll away. I understand this happens, but it's obnoxious. Furthermore, we got a room that wasn't in turn down (seems odd for a Ritz- especially when they don't give you the room you confirmed). No amenity, no apology, just the king room.

Regardless, CG has nice outdoor restaurants and the hotel is very relaxing/ retreat like. Our room had a nice balcony overlooking the bay and I hit the pool in the AM before our flight. We had a nice breakfast in the hotel restaurant (typical nice ritz style). Overall, nice place---wish they would have given us the room we guaranteed or an upgrade/ amenity for the hassle---but I'd go back (only if i needed a king room). Perfect for couples/ family weekends/ etc in Miami w/o the hassle or "scene" in South Beach. Also very close to shopping in Merrick Park/ Coral Gables.

I stayed here for several nights for a combination of business and a weekend getaway. I was extremely happy with the hotel. The rooms were as clean, well decorated, and comfortable as you would expect. The service was very good - staff were always there when you needed them but without hovering. I think that is the epitome of good service... always there but never annoyingly so.

Business services at the hotel were good. Breakfast and lunch catered to the our location was excellent. The conference rooms were good (if not a little over air-conditioned), and the wifi was fine.

Word of warning: The Coconut Grove bar/shopping/restaurant area is within walking distance, but that isn't much of a destination. To get to beaches or high-end shopping, you definitely need to have a car. If you don't want to drive and you want a beach, perhaps the Ritz in South Beach is for you.

Stayed at the Ritz-Carlton for two nights before a cruise. Taxi from the airport cost $25 (with tip). The hotel was situated in a rather quiet neighbourhood in Coconut Grove, not very much to see around there if you didn't have a car. CocoWalk with some shopping and restaurants was about 10 minutes walk away.
The hotel itself was very comfortable, with some beautiful rooms. I specially liked the lobby area with bar, you can get some reasonably priced snacks and lighter meals there. The pool area was almost empty every morning, no problems getting lounge chairs there.
Our room was comfortable with lots of pillows on the bed and posh Bvlgari-toiletries in the bathroom. Bathrobes were also a nice touch.
We ate breakfast at the hotel both mornings, not cheap but good food and polite service.
I would recommend this hotel for a relaxing stay away from the hustle and bustle of the South Beach area.

We had some concerns about the service due to reviews posted here. Our experience was stellar. The front desk was over the top. Particularly a young man named William. Friendly , bright, polite and very accomadating. We had a ball, and what a convenient location.