LOCAL HOTELS

1997 FLORIDA CONFERENCE ON RECENT ADVANCES IN ROBOTICS

Roz and Cal Kovens Conference Center
Florida International University
North Campus
N.E. 151st Str. and Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, Florida

April 10-11, 1997

Aventura
Radisson Aventura Beach Resort
19201 Collins Avenue	
North Miami Beach, FL 33160	

(305) 932-2233: Local
(800) 327-6363: Toll-Free
(305) 937-4139: Fax
This full service oceanfront resort, formerly the world famous Marco Polo Hotel, is now totally renovated with a unique style and casual elegance. The 11-story landmark has 400 spacious rooms (many with balconies and/or kitchenettes) equipped with refrigerator, hair dryer, remote control color (cable) TV, alarm clock/radio and amenities. On premises oceanview restaurant, lounge, exercise room shopping promenade with hair salon and more... Olympic size and kiddy pools with a variety of poolside activities available. Rates: $89-$279. Packages available.


Turnberry Isle Resort & Club 
19999 W. Country Club Drive
Aventura, FL 33180 

(305) 932-6200: Local
(800) 327-7028: Toll-Free
(305) 933-6554: Fax
This Mediterranean-style luxury resort, set on 300 acres, was rated one of America's top resorts and called "The best gourmet dining experience and best rooms in the South" by the Zagat Hotel Resort and Spa Survey. Six restaurants, 5 lounges, 2 Robert Trent Jones championship golf courses, 4 pools, 24 tennis courts, 117-slip marina, a private Ocean Club, Health Spa and fitness center, 24-hour room service, beauty salon, valet/laundry, helipad and nearby shopping. 340 rooms/42 suites all with color TV, VCR, private balcony, spacious bath, 3 dual-line phones, in-room safe, and minibar; some handicapped equipped. Rates: $140-$2,100. Packages available.

Bal Harbour
The Sea View Hotel 
9909 Collins Avenue
Bal Harbour, FL 33154 

(305) 866-4441: Local
(800) 447-1010: Toll-Free 
(305) 866-1898: Fax
Built in 1948, The Sea View is a 15-story European-style beachfront hotel and resort, located in upscale Bal Harbour Village. The hotel is directly across from the world-famous Bal Harbour Shops and close to recreational facilities. Restaurant, lounge, pool bar, snack bar, Olympic-size heated pool, cabanas, gift shop, valet and self-parking, room service, valet/laundry and turn-down service. 210 rooms/l0 suites all with remote control cable color TV, in-room hair dryer and refrigerator; some with kitchenette, some non-smoking. Rates: $175-$245. Additional person $20.


Sheraton Bal Harbour Beach Resort 
9701 Collins Avenue
Bal Harbour, FL 33154 

(305) 865-7511: Local
(800) 325-3535: Toll-Free
(305) 864-2601: Fax
This resort features a beautiful oceanfront location and first-class accommodations and facilities. The fashionable Bal Harbour Shops, located directly across the street, are easily accessible. The resort is equally distant from Miami and Fort Lauderdale International Airports. Two restaurants, 24-hour take-out, pool side cafe, 3 lounges, pool bar, pool-side grill, tennis courts, 2 pools, fun health club, game room, cabanas, gift shop, jewelry shop, auto rental, room service concierge, valet/laundry, child care, business center, fax, currency exchange, turn-down service and newspaper. 668 rooms/suites all with remote control cable color TV, in-room movies, in-room safe, mini-bar, coffee makers and video check-out; some non-smoking and handicapped equipped. Rates: $165-$600. Additional person $30.

North Miami Beach
Quality Inn Golden Nugget Hotel 
18555 Collins Avenue
North Miami Beach, FL 33160 

(305) 932-1445: Local
(800) 327-0694: Toll-Free
(305) 932-0433: Fax
A fully refurbished and remodeled oceanfront hotel with a 200-foot beach. Conveniently located near shops, restaurants and attractions. Restaurant. coffee shop, pool side cafe, lounge, pool bar, pool side grill, pool, guest laundry room, room service, valet/laundry and self-parking. 120 rooms an with remote control cable color TV and refrigerator, some non-smoking. handicapped equipped and with kitchenette. Rates: $52-$130. Additional person $10.


Howard Johnson North Miami
16500 N.W. 2nd Avenue
North Miami, FL 33169 

(305) 945-2621: Local
(800) 477-5429: Toll-Free 
(305) 945-3317: Fax
We are centrally located between both Miami and Ft. Lauderdale, and only six (6) miles from Florida International University. Winner of the "1996 Outstanding Achievement Award" and the "Gold Metal Award" this newly renovated and tropically landscaped property has everything a guest could need when away from home. Free parking, restaurant/lounge, room service car rental on property, workout room, outdoor pool, banquet facilities, business services and an outstanding staff ready to provide personal attention. Rates: $45 - $65.

Sunny Isles Beach

Baymar Ocean Resort
9401 Collins Avenue
Surfside, FL 33154

(305) 866-5446: Local
(800) 8-BAYMAR: Toll-Free
(305) 866-8053: Fax
Oceanfront location on wide white sandy beach with the turquoise Atlantic at your doorstep! Spacious rooms and one-bedroom suites equipped with full kitchens, deluxe oceanfront rooms with private sundecks, tropical courtyard with oceanfront outdoor swimming pool and sundeck, poolside bar and grill, lounge with weekly entertainment, walk to the exclusive shops of Bal Harbor, minutes to world famous South Beach Art Deco District, Miami Beach Convention Center, Downtown Miami and Port of Miami. Just 15 minutes from the Miami International Airport, ample parking and free HBO and ESPN. Rates: $54-$135.


Best Western Surf Vista Beach Hotel
18001 Collins Avenue
North Miami Beach, FL 33160

(305) 932-1800: Local
(800) 992-4786: Toll-Free
(305) 935-5575: Fax
Located in the heart of Miami Beach this newly refurbished oceanfront hotel features a 150-foot beach. Restaurant, pool side cafe, lounge pool bar, Olympic-size pool, guest laundry room, room service valet/laundry, complimentary newspaper and self parking. 119 rooms all with remote control cable color TV, am/fm radio in-room movies, balcony/terrace and refrigerator; some non-smoking and handicapped equipped. Rates $60-$160. Additional person $10.


Holiday Inn Newport Crowne Plaza Resort
16701 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33160 

(305) 949-1300: Local
(800) 327-5476: Toll-Free
(305) 956-2733: Fax
An oceanfront full-service resort featuring a private pier with an open-air restaurant, a light-house and beach, water sports, the world-famous Newport Pub Restaurant and year-round live entertainment. The resort offers news refurbished, oversized guest rooms with a full range of amenities and proximity to Miami International Airport and Fort Lauderdale International Airport. Restaurant, coffee shop, pool side cafe, heated pool, children's pool, Jacuzzi, fitness center, game room, cabanas, beauty salon, gift shop, guest laundry room, valet parking, complimentary self-parking, room service, deli, valet/laundry, child care, currency exchange, water sports and complimentary newspaper. 327 rooms/28 suites all with remote control cable color TV, in-room movies, in-room safe, refrigerator, am/fm radio, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer and coffee maker, some with balcony/terrace; some non-smoking and handicapped equipped. Rates: $105-$325. Additional person $10. Packages available.


Riu Pan American Ocean Resort 
17875 Collins Avenue
Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160

(305) 932-1100: Local
(800) 327-5678: Toll-Free
(305) 935-2769: Fax
The first Riu hotel in the U.S. is located on the northern tip of Miami Beach only 20 minutes from the Fort Lauderdale Airport and 30 minutes from the Miami International Airport. Two restaurants, coffee shop, pool side cafe, lounge, pool bar, 4 lighted tennis courts, heated Olympic-size pool, fitness center, game room, cabanas, beauty salon, gift shop, guest laundry room, complimentary valet and self-parking, room service, valet/laundry, turn-down service and complimentary cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, afternoon tea, and newspaper. 144 rooms/2 suites all with remote control cable color TV, in-room movies, in-room safe, refrigerator, mini-bar and wet bar; some with balcony/terrace. Rates: $89-$149. Additional person $15. Packages available.


Radisson Park Plaza Hotel
7707 NW 103 Street
Miami, FL 33016 

(305) 825-1000: Local
(800) 860-3966: Toll-Free
(305) 556-6785: Fax
Park Plaza Luxury Highrise Hotel. Location makes it easily accessible to both Florida International University North and South Campus. For groups, transportation can be arranged. Miami International Airport is only 8 miles away, complimentary scheduled van transportation to/from is available. We are conveniently across from Westland Mall which is easily accessible. Hotel features 262 newly renovated rooms all cable color TV, AM/FM radio with 24-hour movies, news and sports. Executive level floor and refrigerators available. For your enjoyment, the hotel has two tennis courts, swimming pool, whirlpool, sauna, and fitness center. Coco Palms full-service restaurant, Pizza Hut menu offered, Ricks Bar, happy hours with complimentary snacks, Monday-Friday, including a Seafood Extravaganza. Dance until the sun comes up. Rates: $65.


Sea Breeze Hotel
16151 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33130

(305) 940-6600: Phone
(305) 945-3958: Fax
Located on the beach, this hotel offers large rooms with a beautiful view. Restaurant, lounge, pool bar, Olympic-size fresh-water and saltwater pools, fitness center, game room, gift shop, room service and complimentary self-parking. 166 rooms all with color TV; refrigerator available on request; some with kitchenette, some handicapped equipped. Rates: $39-$69. Packages available.