ARRIVAL/CHECK-IN: Walking up to the lobby felt less like arriving at a hotel and more like entering a grand event space. The approach is lined with polished marble flooring and ornate details that give the public areas an elegant, celebratory atmosphere—an aesthetic that explains the property’s popularity for weddings. During my December stay, giant nutcrackers and towering Christmas trees dressed the entrances, adding to the festive mood. Clear signage guided guests to the second-floor lobby, where a modern check-in desk sits beside an intimate bar and lounge. The combination of polished design and thoughtful wayfinding set an inviting tone for the guestroom experience.
© Hotel Colonnade Coral Gables, Autograph Collection
GUEST QUARTERS: My Aragon king room used its generous footprint smartly, with half-tile and half-wood flooring defining the entry and bathroom versus the sleeping and living areas. The canopy-style silver bed frame created a focal point, balanced by bright accents in orange, pink, and blue across pillows and wall details. Tall windows with white curtains offered city views and filled the space with natural light, while a long desk provided a comfortable workspace. The room also included a plush couch and coffee table, a flat-screen TV, a Keurig coffee machine, and Latin-inspired artwork that tied the design together. The bathroom delivered ample counter space and a walk-in shower, set against a bold orange statement wall that added energy to the space.
SERVICES/AMENITIES: Aragon Café serves both breakfast and lunch, with dishes ranging from avocado toast, eggs Benedict, and waffles to burgers, pasta, and steak. The lobby bar, visible from the check-in area, channels old-world glamour through stained-glass details and chandeliers, and offers handcrafted cocktails alongside dinner service. The hotel shares a grand interior corridor with multiple dining options, so you can enjoy a wide variety of restaurants without leaving the building—choices include Morton’s Coral Gables, Baires Grill, and Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar. While I visited in winter and didn’t use the pool, the heated rooftop pool and hot tub provide a compelling reason to return during warmer months.
TOP TAKEAWAYS:
- Numerous upscale dining and beverage options conveniently located under one roof
- Prime location in the heart of the Miracle Mile district
- Despite the property’s lively public spaces and size, guest rooms remain quiet and peaceful
HOTEL COLONNADE CORAL GABLES, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION
180 Aragon Ave.
Coral Gables, FL 33134
tel 305 441 2600