Conrad hotels and resorts are named after Hilton founder, Conrad Hilton, and are part of the brand’s luxury collection of properties. Once the flagship properties of the Hilton brand, Conrad hotels are now second only to the Waldorf Astoria resorts. Conrad hotels offer an upscale experience in a resort setting and the Conrad Miami is no exception to that rule.
The property has changed hands and brands since this review was written: the Conrad Miami was sold and converted into Hotel AKA Brickell, then joined Marriott’s Luxury Collection and Marriott Bonvoy on March 4, 2026 under HEI Hotels & Resorts management, and officially debuted as Brickell Arch, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Miami on April 14, 2026.
The Conrad Miami is my favorite hotel to stay at in Miami. If you’re looking for a property in Miami Beach (South Beach), then I recommend the Hilton Bentley.
The Conrad Miami is located is the financial district of downtown Miami. There are plenty of shops and restaurants nearby to keep you entertained and fed. Though it’s a little south of all the major attractions, there’s a MetroMover station across the street from the hotel. If you have never been to Miami, imagine the MetroMover as a free Disneyland type monorail that shuttles you throughout downtown Miami with stops along all the major attractions including the American Airlines Arena, Adrienne Arsht Performing Arts Center, Bayside, Klipsch Bayfront Park Amphitheater and other attractions. So once you’re parked at the hotel, you can take the MetroMover everywhere else.
The beauty of the Conrad Miami hits you immediately as you pull into the valet area. Take the elevators to the lobby located on the 25th floor and enjoy the magnificent views of the bay behind the reception desk as you check in. The entire staff of the Conrad Miami, from the valet attendants to the front desk personnel, are all extremely pleasant and professional. Everyone addresses you by name and with a smile. Can’t ask for anything more than that.
Hotel amenities include a rooftop pool, tennis court, fitness center and a Spa facility. The rooftop pool is amazing with near 360 degree views of the bay and city. The fitness center is actually pretty decent for a hotel gym with state of the art equipment and again, amazing views of the bay. The Spa is located on the 24th floor and offers a menu of targeted wellness and beauty treatments from pedicures to massages. And of course, the Spa relaxation lounge offers more views of the bay as you sip on your complimentary light refreshment drink.
The rooms are beautiful and nicely appointed. You can go for the standard deluxe room with views of the bay or city or splurge for the 1,300 square foot, two-bedroom residence, complete with full kitchen, living room, two separate bathrooms and views of both the bay and the city. The beds are extremely comfortable and the bathrooms are large with separate showers and tubs. Bathroom amenities include bathrobes, slippers and Shanghai Tang products.
Note for those driving to the hotel, the self-park rate is $28/day but there is NO in/out privileges. The valet rate is $38 per day but does have in/out privileges. But note, there is a parking tax of $5 and they charge you sales tax on top of all that. So basically, you’re paying $45 to park your car there every night. It’s a classy hotel and ridiculous parking rates are to be expected. It’s not the end of the world but definitely worth noting. Parking rates aside, this is still my favorite place to stay in downtown Miami and I would recommend it to everyone.
What Happened To The Conrad Miami
The property once profiled here as the Conrad Miami no longer operates under that name or under Hilton at all. Hilton’s Conrad brand exited 1395 Brickell Avenue after the building was sold to Electra America Hospitality Group, which converted the tower into Hotel AKA Brickell. That version of the hotel has since been rebranded again. On March 4, 2026 it joined The Luxury Collection and Marriott Bonvoy under the management of HEI Hotels & Resorts, and it officially debuted as Brickell Arch, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Miami on April 14, 2026. The address is unchanged, and the 25th floor lobby and the rooftop pool deck described in the original review sit in the same building, but the brand, loyalty program and management company are no longer the ones described above. The rooftop was also reworked in the renovation that followed the 2021 sale, so the tennis court in the original description no longer reflects the property.
Rates And Mandatory Fees
Nightly rates vary by date, season and demand rather than sitting at one fixed price, so any single quoted rate is only a snapshot. Valet parking has been quoted at $50 per day. Because parking charges and any mandatory property fees can change without much notice, travelers should confirm what actually applies to their stay directly with the hotel or on marriott.com before booking rather than relying on any figure printed in a review.
How To Book: Loyalty Program And Elite Benefits
Because this is a Luxury Collection hotel, reservations and points activity run through Marriott Bonvoy rather than Hilton Honors, and Hilton elite status or Hilton Honors points no longer apply at this address. Marriott Bonvoy prices award nights dynamically rather than on a fixed chart, so the points cost of a given night moves with cash rates. Under Marriott Bonvoy’s published program terms, Gold Elite members receive enhanced rooms subject to availability along with a 2pm late checkout, while Platinum Elite members and above receive upgrades that can include suites when available plus a guaranteed 4pm late checkout, a guarantee Marriott excludes only at resort and convention hotels.
Location And Getting There
Brickell Arch sits at 1395 Brickell Avenue in Miami’s Brickell financial district, the same address as the original Conrad Miami. Miami International Airport (MIA) is roughly 8 miles away, a drive the property’s own listing describes as about 15 minutes and one that can stretch closer to 25 minutes in heavy traffic. The Financial District station on Miami’s Metromover, the free automated people mover that loops through Downtown Miami and Brickell, sits in the immediate area and carries no fare.
Is It Worth It
As a newly relaunched Luxury Collection property in one of Miami’s most central neighborhoods, Brickell Arch is a reasonable pick for travelers who want walkable access to the Financial District and value a Marriott Bonvoy relationship, particularly Bonvoy elite members who can use upgrade and late checkout benefits here. Travelers who specifically value Hilton Honors status or points should note that this address no longer earns or redeems through that program, since the Conrad name and Hilton affiliation ended when the property was sold and rebranded.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Conrad Miami Still Open?
The building is still operating as a hotel, but not as a Conrad and not under Hilton. It has changed brands twice since the property was sold, first to Hotel AKA Brickell and then to Brickell Arch, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Miami, which joined Marriott Bonvoy on March 4, 2026 and officially debuted on April 14, 2026.
What Loyalty Program Covers The Hotel Now?
Marriott Bonvoy, through the Luxury Collection brand. Hilton Honors no longer applies at this property.
How Far Is The Hotel From MIA?
About 8 miles. The property’s own listing describes the airport as roughly 15 minutes away, and the drive can run closer to 25 minutes in heavy traffic.
Is Parking Included?
No. Valet parking has been quoted at $50 per day. Because parking charges and any additional property fees can change, confirm the current rates directly with the hotel before arrival.
