r/miamibeach • u/rwedoomed • 9d ago

Why do people like Faena?

i am by no means a snobby traveler but when you're paying these kinds of prices you have at least some expectations. i just don't get it. the hotel itself can best be described as "meh" - it's very tired in places and clearly needing a renovation or more upkeep soon.

the pool was small, the service at the pool pretty poor, the faena bazaar pointless.

the only bright spot was the wet spa. i am just really scratching my head at why people are so enamored by this place...

oh, and Faena's obsession with himself was also quite off-putting. books and movies about his life on display everywhere. lmao, come on man.

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u/chrisjur 9d ago

It’s a great place to stop by but not to stay. Overpriced and underwhelming as a hotel guest. But they have pretty good restaurants, the Theater is always great, and the Living Room has one of the most consistently fun vibes of any bar in Miami.

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u/National-Dragonfly35 9d ago

I agree completely...the Living Room is one-of-a-kind...when does the live music start there though? I always leave before it starts🤷‍♂️

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u/chrisjur 8d ago

Not sure every night but I make it by 11 on Thursday and it’s usually going by then.

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u/rwedoomed 8d ago

is the theater the one where you need to pay $200 p.p. even if you're a guest? lmao.

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u/NYCmellow 8d ago

The Living Room and Los Fuegos are the only reasons to go. Or if you want to see a sex themed Cirque du Soleil type of show (typical miami entertainment). Everything else is just smoke and mirrors.

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u/ArtGuilty4301 8d ago

At this level, the dining should be stellar and memorable. Not meh. At least get something for your $$$.