Overlooking Biscayne Bay the 329-room waterfront hotel opened in November 2000 and is managed by Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. In addition to the 295 guestrooms and 31 suites, the hotel operates 2 restaurants Azul, La Mar by Gaston Acurio, and MO Bar plus lounge. Additional hotel features include a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star spa, private beach, sushi and pool bar, and events facilities.