Trump National Doral Miami
Miami, Florida
Vibe
Crystal chandeliers hang above the marble clubhouse lobby, while an 8,000-square-foot open-air veranda overlooks rolling golf greens.
“Blue Monster golf haven”
Twenty-eight treatment rooms, hot and cold plunges, and daily Golf Yoga support recovery.
Four championship courses span 72 holes, while Royal Palm Pool adds a 125-foot waterslide.
Opened in 1962, this golf retreat built its reputation hosting championships and iconic players.
In suburban Doral near CityPlace Doral, with central Miami and the beaches a drive away.
“Gorgeous imported Austrian hand-strung Swarovski crystal chandeliers hang in the marble lobby and opulent ballrooms.”
Rooms
Spa suites pair crystal chandeliers with gold-leaf Spanish Revival detailing, greige onyx tables and ocean-blue accents.
Wellness
The spa’s Golf Recovery Massage uses chilled golf balls, while its thermal facilities include hot and cold plunges, a sauna and steam room.
Backstory
Doral combines founders Doris and Alfred Kaskel’s names, and their hotel and country club preceded the surrounding city’s development.
Eat & drink
BLT Prime serves dry-aged New York strip and seafood, while Palm Grill brings ceviches, pressed sandwiches and cocktails to the poolside.
The neighborhood
CityPlace Doral is about 0.6 miles away in suburban Doral, with central Miami and the beaches a drive away.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.