Hilton Grand Vacations at McAlpin-Ocean Plaza

Went with family for Christmas vacation and we had an amazing time here. Spacious 2 bedroom with 2 baths with an oceanfront view. Comes with kitchen (fridge, dishwasher, microwave and convection oven) and living room combo. Bedrooms have plenty of closet and drawer space, large bathrooms and washer/dryer on premises. Paul was the best, very helpful and friendly. Pros-right on ocean drive so restaurants a plenty in walking distance. Steps from the beach. Very spacious rooms for Miami. Chair and umbrella rental available Cons-no pool (does have a hot tub and small sun deck and you can use the one at building 2). Check in isn’t until 4 so if you get there early prepare to wait. Check out is 10 so if you leave late have other plans in place. Overall we would definitely choose to stay here again!

Stayed here 2 weeks in Nov 2024....WOW... what a Location, Location, Location...can't beat this location anywhere in the US! Right on the famous Ocean Drive, South Beach, Art Deco district, right across the sandy beach and park on the spacious walking street with no vehicles plying. Miami's swanky tourist and most happening area, bustling with trendy tourists and plethora of restaurants of all kind from Versace's Residence converted to a restaurant to take out small joints to suit every pocket & budget. Several grocery stores close by, albeit small ones and a bit on the pricier side. Being an avid tennis player loved the public 25 clay court facility in Flamingo Park about 5 mins by cycle. Loved the Citi Bike cycle rental facility and used it every day to travel all over Miami Beach City, $35/month and the App works like a charm at a hundred and more bike station locations. If you are looking for a quiet people free space, this is absolutely not for you. McAlpin staff were very friendly ready to serve and comply with requests. The building is old style Art Deco right in the midst of proudly preserved district by the city, hence felt privileged to stay here. The rooms/furniture were understandably older style but very clean and fresh smelling, like in all HGV Resorts we have stayed over the 20 years. The kitchen was spacious, well equipped and clean cutlery/utensils, we did use it extensively as restaurants are very very pricey, especially with 18-20% auto-added tips and request for over-tips! Bed was very comfy the AC worked well quietly. 1 Bed suite had no Ocean view, but the 2-Bed units have amazing ocean view as well. The only issue I had was the after hour check-in procedure was not made clear in the communications and we struggled a bit hauling our luggage around. Check-in for both buildings McAlpin and Ocean Plaza is at Ocean Plaza check-in desk, which we did not know. Since vehicles are forbidden on the pedestrian street, the car/cab needs to get to the closest point on the north end of the street and the luggage has to to hauled for about 200-250 yards on the road to Ocean Plaza. Caution, the south end is much further away almost 1/3 mile or more. All doors were locked and no one seemed to be around looking through the glass until the night manager Angel showed up at the front desk after about 5 mins of waiting and we knocked and he let us in and made us feel very welcome and comfortable. He said we could have knocked on the glass and he would have heard us. During our stay we noticed several guests facing similar situation like us and we used help by letting them in. They should provide a calling bell button prominently located for after hour check in guests, which will solve the problem and this info should also be communicated to the guests via email closer to the date. Concierge services were great checking-out, ever friendly Tall Paul took care of hauling the luggage on a trolley to the waiting Uber. We had a paradisical time here an

We had 6 in our party took red eye to arrive early. We were able to leave our luggage in hotel change and go to the beach while waiting for an early check in. So much to do in ocean drive. The service is wonderful the crew is the best. Tall Paul took care of our luggage, always smiling. The girls made a special birthday cake for my granddaughter who turned 18 on Nov 11. We had everything e we needed in our hotel just across the street from the Ocean.

Celebrating our 15 year anniversary with friends. First in Orlando at HGV Parc Soliel then here at HGV McAlphin/ Ocean Plaza. We had the two bedroom two bath, it has a roommate style to it the living room separates the two bedroom. Is on Ocean drive in South Beach the location is perfect. We had a vehicle which we valet park at Z Ocean hotel for $49/day. A short walk to the resort. Go to the beach right across the street. Ocean drive is blocked off from traffic so pedestrians can walk freely. Everything is expensive so just be ready for it, plus your on vacation. Enjoy your trip

The elevator needs some help,if the haves pool it would be better other than that great staff,If you wanna work out expect it to be packed,bring food or buy some no food or ocean toys, comfy beds,good Wi-Fi,has a deck thingy with hot tub,Great place!!!!!

Loved our trip to Miami and the McAlpine. My husband and I had the best time! The staff is super friendly and very helpful from the front desk to the housekeeping staff!! The one bedroom was perfect for us and the rooms are updated!! We were on the fourth floor feet away from the rooftop area along with the hot tub . Used the outdoor hot tub quite often. Definitely instacart food as Miami can be really expensive. But the front desk sells beer for way cheaper than a restaurant. There is washer and dryers in every building but we didn’t need to use it. Highly recommend this place for a super chill vacation!! You check in at Ocean Plaza for your key so you can sit outside on the porch area of both buildings. We will be back!!