The Altair Hotel Bay Harbor
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About this property
The Altair Hotel Bay Harbor is a 4-star Highgate Independent property located in Bay Harbor Islands, Florida, within a 5-minute drive of Bal Harbour Shops and Bal Harbour Beach. The hotel contains 112 rooms, including 40 suites, offering guests direct access to the upscale shopping district and nearby coastal attractions.
Guest rooms feature flat-screen televisions, pillowtop beds dressed with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets, and complimentary wireless internet access. Satellite programming and full bathrooms with showers, hair dryers, and bathrobes are standard in each room. The property maintains a guest comfort rating of 4.5 out of 5.
OVO Restaurant serves as the on-site dining venue for hotel guests, providing meal options without requiring departure from the property.
Recreational and wellness amenities include an outdoor pool, hot tub, and fitness center. The property offers complimentary beach shuttle service to nearby sand and surf. Additional conveniences include concierge services, wireless internet throughout, television in common areas, a rooftop terrace, and bicycle rentals on site. Hiking and biking trails are accessible on the grounds. For guests requiring accessibility assistance, the property features wheelchair-accessible pathways, elevators, pool facilities, fitness center, and restaurant, along with visual alarms in hallways and a pool hoist.
Beyond immediate surroundings, The Altair Hotel Bay Harbor sits 3.7 miles from Normandy Shores Golf Club and 7.3 miles from Aventura Mall. The location is approximately 14 miles from both Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) and Miami International Airport (MIA). The property is situated on the bay and near the ocean, earning Green Key Global recognition for environmental stewardship. The hotel maintains an overall guest rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 797 reviews, with 87 percent of guests recommending it to others.
Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out at 11:00 AM. Dogs up to 40 pounds are permitted for USD 75 per night, with a maximum of one pet per room; service animals are allowed at no additional charge. Pets cannot be left unattended in rooms. Valet parking is available for an additional surcharge, and the property maintains 24-hour front desk service, dry cleaning and laundry facilities, and luggage storage.
Location & nearby attractions
Bal Harbour Shops - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Bal Harbour Beach - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Surfside Beach - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Miami Beach Beaches - 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Bill Bird Marina - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Haulover Beach - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Haulover Park - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Sunny Isles Beach Beach - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi
Normandy Shores Golf Club - 6 km / 3.7 mi
Newport Fishing Pier - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Barry University - 7 km / 4.4 mi
Ancient Spanish Monastery - 8.1 km / 5 mi
MiMo Biscayne Boulevard Historic District - 8.6 km / 5.3 mi
Fontainebleau - 9.1 km / 5.7 mi
Haulover Sandbar - 9.3 km / 5.8 mi
The nearest airports are:
Miami, FL (MPB-Public Seaplane Base) - 21.2 km / 13.2 mi
Miami, FL (OPF-Opa Locka Executive) - 16.5 km / 10.2 mi
Miami Intl. Airport (MIA) - 23.4 km / 14.6 mi
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) - 37.5 km / 23.3 mi
Rooms
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Amenities & features
Getting here
Check-in & check-out
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 18
- Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 40
- Only dogs are allowed
- Maximum number of pets per room 1
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Pets cannot be left unattended
- Pets allowed (USD 75 per night
- dogs only) Pets max weight (40 lbs) Service animals allowed Max pets allowed (1)
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Resort fee: USD 56.50 per accommodation, per night
- Valet parking fee: USD 38.00 per day (in/out privileges)
- Pet fee: USD 75.00 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees<
Know before you go
- Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.