The luxury hotel landscape in Miami is set to shift as the Mandarin Oriental, Miami announces plans to close down after a 25-year tenure at the heart of the city's hospitality scene. The establishment, which opened its doors in 2000 on Brickell Key, is slated to cease operations on May 31, 2025. In its stead, new plans reveal that a substantial redevelopment project seeks to introduce two new towers on the location, scheduled for a grand reopening in 2030, according to The Miami Herald.
The Mandarin Oriental's storied run has been marred recently, with the hotel's spa license suspended in August due to a managerial gap identified by the Florida Department of Health. Nonetheless, the property managed to secure one Michelin key this year in the French guide's first round of hotel ratings, solidifying its prominence in Miami's upscale hotel echelon, The Miami Herald reported.
In a statement obtained by Travel Market Report, Flavia Daudan-Caponi, general manager of Mandarin Oriental, Miami, and area vice president of operations, expressed gratitude for the support over the years: "For 25 years, Mandarin Oriental, Miami has been a beloved part of this vibrant city. We are deeply grateful to our guests, colleagues, and the Miami community for their loyalty and support." She also outlined the hotel's intention to bid adieu with celebratory events leading up to its closing.
Anticipating the final bow, Mandarin Oriental, Miami aims to honor its legacy with farewell events that will encapsulate the establishment's cultural and culinary contributions to Miami. Dedicated festivities are planned for Art Week Miami, Chinese New Year, Valentine’s Day, Women’s History Month, and a grand closing gala in May featuring live performances and a retrospective exhibit. Celebrating Miami's culture is celebrated in these events, as noted by Travel Market Report.
The redevelopment plan will introduce a new phase for the Mandarin Oriental brand in the city, featuring two new edifices dubbed the North and South Towers. The newly minted complex will boast a range of spaces for both transient stay and long-term residence, including 121 guest rooms, 34 suites, a spa, and multiple dining options bolstering the North Tower, while the South Tower will encompass 228 residences. Swire Properties, the Hong Kong developer known for Brickell City Centre, partners with Mandarin Oriental on this venture, with both entities aiming to transform the landscape of Miami's luxury hotel offerings, The Miami Herald detailed.
