Kimpton EPIC Hotel by IHG

Kimpton EPIC Hotel by IHG brings a contemporary luxury stay to Downtown Miami’s waterfront at 270 Biscayne Boulevard Way. Its high-rise setting puts you among the city’s towers along the Miami River, with accommodations featuring private balconies and a choice of city or water views.

Two outdoor pools share the 16th-floor terrace, giving the hotel a place to unwind above the downtown streets. Dining is another distinguishing feature: Area 31 offers an elevated outdoor setting, while Zuma serves modern Japanese cuisine on the property. Together, they make it easy to build an evening around dinner without leaving the hotel.

What Guests Love

• Welcoming staff: Multiple guests praise friendly, helpful employees, highlighting attentive interactions that make arrivals and requests feel easier.
• Poolside downtime: Guests repeatedly appreciate the elevated pool area, with its city views and space to relax between outings.

What to Consider

• Beach plans require travel: This is a downtown waterfront hotel, not a beachfront property, so allow transportation time for days on Miami Beach.
• Additional charges: A nightly resort fee applies, and valet parking carries a separate charge, making the full stay total worth checking when comparing hotels.

If you’re planning a couples’ getaway or a city break with dinners out and time to unwind, EPIC offers a useful balance. The strongest reason to choose it is how comfortably it combines a downtown base with leisure facilities; think about how much of your trip you want to spend exploring the city versus heading to the sand.