It is important to note that the name of the former Landshark stadium has changed several times and that it is currently named Sun Life Stadium. No matter the cooperate sponsorship deals, the Miami Dolphins still call the venue home. The stadium also hosts a number of events and conventions throughout the year. Its location makes ideal for exploring the city of Miami and the South Beach area.
The El Palacio Sports Hotel is located less than one mile from Sun Life Stadium and is the closest hotel to the Calder Casino and Race Course and Sun Life Stadium. Guests can actually look down from the Legend's Sports Bar and Grill on the ninth floor of El Palacio Sports Hotel and see the Calder Race Course in perfect view. Each of the 217 guest rooms and suites comes complete with fully appointed kitchenettes, sitting areas, wireless Internet access and your choice of bed sizes. The hotel also features a swimming pool and conference center that can accommodate up to 5,000 guests. Catering and event planning is available.
This boutique-style property is located just three miles from Sun Life Stadium and is situated centrally to be just minutes from Miami International or Fort Lauderdale International Airports. The hotel is popular for visiting businessmen and was honored in Washington D.C. with the 2008 Best of Miami award in the lodging category by the U.S. Local Business Association. Each of the rooms at the hotel offers a mini-fridge, microwave oven and work desk. Full multilingual concierge services are available at any time of the day or night.
Located just three miles from Sun Life Stadium, the Hampton Inn and Suites Ft. Lauderdale/Miramar aims to offer a beach-style vibe. Each of the 122 rooms and suites is decorated in the colors of the beach and the outside of the building is painted in vibrant colors. Rooms and suites can be requested with your choice of bed sizes and optional spa tub. The hotel features a large lobby area where a hot complimentary breakfast is furnished daily. The entire property features wireless Internet access. Dine near the hotel at Roasted Pepper, Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Jerry & Joe's of New York.
The Mar Bay Hotel is a small hotel just over three miles from Sun Life Stadium. The feel of the hotel is meant to make guests feel the old style of the Miami area with pastel colors and vibrant decor. Long-term guests are encouraged to stay in the hotel's efficiency units that include a kitchen with refrigerator, microwave, sink, dishes, cooking utensils, coffee maker, toaster, pots and pans, range, and oven. Smaller rooms are available. The hotel offers wireless Internet access, coin-operate laundry facility and swimming pool. English and Spanish is spoken at the hotel.
