Located right on Biscayne Boulevard with vistas overlooking the Bay and the Port of Miami, the 17-story Riande Continental Bayside offers simple, basic accommodations for budget-minded travelers. The Riande stands close to the American Airlines Arena, Orange Bowl, shopping malls on Flagler Street, and eight miles from Miami International Airport. Guests also are across from Bayside Market Place, which features live entertainment, restaurants and bars, and fashionable, eclectic stores. Bayfront Park, also across the street, features concerts, fairs, cultural events, small beach and walking/running path. Marinas and boat launches are located around Biscayne Bay. Those travelers yearning for sand and surf can travel five mile to Miami Beach's trendy South Beach section, the site of funky restaurants, boutique shops, nightclubs and distinct personalities.

Guests can start their mornings with complimentary continental breakfasts. For a trip back in time, they can visit the hotel's 1920, a flapper-era themed restaurant specializing in American and international dishes. The Riande also features a lobby bar.

Riande 247 guestrooms combine traditional European decor with modern technology and views of Biscayne Bay. They feature cable TVs and work desks.

This hotel is a good choice for vacationers seeking reasonably priced pre-cruise and post-cruise lodging or easy access to American Airlines Arena.