The budget Shalimar Motel is a tidy, two-story property directly on Biscayne Boulevard in Miami's MiMo district. While it sports a midcentury vintage exterior, the 49-room motel has neither views nor a pool. And for the budget conscious, the price isn't as rock-bottom as the bland atmosphere and scant amenities suggest. Plus some tacked-on fees often rankle guests. Rates do include a free breakfast, parking, and Wi-Fi. And rooms offer all the basics, including mini-fridges, irons, and TVs. Those headed to the beach will need a car as it's a 20-minute drive away, but the hotel is on a major bus line. A better, more stylish option would be the Freehand Miami; though rates are a bit higher, the property includes a pool and attractive rooms.
The budget Shalimar Motel is a tidy, two-story property directly on Biscayne Boulevard in Miami's MiMo district. While it sports a midcentury vintage exterior, the 49-room motel has neither views nor a pool. And for the budget conscious, the price isn't as rock-bottom as the bland atmosphere and scant amenities suggest. Plus some tacked-on fees often rankle guests. Rates do include a free breakfast, parking, and Wi-Fi. And rooms offer all the basics, including mini-fridges, irons, and TVs. Those headed to the beach will need a car as it's a 20-minute drive away, but the hotel is on a major bus line. A better, more stylish option would be the Freehand Miami; though rates are a bit higher, the property includes a pool and attractive rooms.