Smart Splurge
The Delano's fanciful and extravagant setting, created by none other than Schrager and Starck, attracts the usual scene-sters: models, rockers, fashionistas, and celebs galore. But beyond the pretty starlets lounging poolside, you can’t help but be taken with the dazzling 250-foot-long lobby. Its… more towering columns, floor-to-ceiling windows, billowing sheer curtains, oversized mirrors, and seductive, dimly-lit bar create a hauteur-than-though vibe that oozes cool. The private beach is dotted with peach-and-white tents and stashed with beach balls and pool toys. The slender far-stretching pool (complete with an under-water sound system) is always surrounded by bathing beauties. The 194 rooms, suites, and poolside bungalows are swathed all in white and sparsely decorated with original Philippe Starck-designed furniture. When money is no object, the two-story bungalows are ultra-fabulous with a prime spot beside the pool, as well as closest to the ocean, and feature deluxe marble bathrooms and large soaking tubs.
Sitting by the pool, sipping a cocktail, I felt like a 1940's movie star. Ignore the yabbo's. And then close your eyes and relax.
The Delano is a great hotel, it gives off a cozy and relaxing vibe. The pool is awsome, it's a very trendy hotel.
After researching many SoBe hotel options for our 5 year anniversary and reading hotel reviews on TripAdvisor, I noticed Ellis von Cannon's (Guest Experience Manager) professional and empathetic responses to positive and negative feedback on the... more
The staff is very friendly and welcoming. The vibe is very fun and relaxed. I felt like a superstar. more
I can't say enough wonderful things about this hotel. Everything, including the room, the staff, the service, the lobby, the restaurant, the bar, the beach, and even the gift shop, exceeded our expectations. We moved to the Delano from another hotel... more
