Travelling between Miami International Airport and the Elser Hotel & Residences by private black SUV or climate-controlled van takes roughly 10 to 30 minutes over the Dolphin Expressway (SR-836), from a fixed $80 for the vehicle. A bilingual chauffeur greets your group at the curb, and one booking carries everyone door to door into downtown Miami.
Every rate listed here is a flat, per-vehicle price, settled the instant you reserve and never moved afterwards for traffic, demand, or the hour you travel.
Door to door, the journey typically takes about 10 to 30 minutes. Away from the busy stretches the downtown run is quick — around 10 to 15 minutes along the Dolphin Expressway (SR-836) toward Biscayne Boulevard. In the morning and evening rush, or when a large downtown event is letting out, the same route can climb closer to 30. Your chauffeur knows the local rhythms and takes the smoothest line on the day, which means you can sit back rather than navigate. If a return to MIA is tight, say so and we build extra buffer into the pickup time.
At the arrivals level, at the curb, once you are out of the terminal with your bags. The car is already positioned there, which spares you the business of hunting through a pickup lot. Would somebody waiting inside with a personal name sign suit you better — useful on a first visit or with a large group? That in-terminal meet-and-greet is an optional paid add-on chosen at booking. Either way a direct WhatsApp line stays open so the exact spot can be fine-tuned in real time as you walk out, which matters on the days MIA is heaving.
Reserving a car in advance is the shortest route into downtown Miami from MIA. You choose one vehicle sized to the group, hand over the flight details and the Elser address, and the chauffeur handles the remainder. Land, collect the luggage, walk out to the arrivals curb, and the vehicle is sitting there — nothing to summon from a phone and no queue to join. Departures work the same way in reverse, with the pickup time settled a day beforehand. Groups of up to five take the black SUV; larger parties take a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van, and either way it is a straight run to the hotel door.
One message. Send your arrival date, flight number, number of passengers, and the Elser Hotel & Residences as your destination via WhatsApp or email. We confirm the vehicle plus the rate, you pay the deposit, and your chauffeur is scheduled. For a return we set the pickup time a day in advance so you reach MIA with time to spare.
Three private tiers handle nearly any party size, and each is held for your group.
Each passenger’s fare covers 1 checked bag plus 1 carry-on, and the vehicle is matched to your headcount so the bags ride with you rather than in a second car. Most groups fit comfortably inside that allowance. If you are packing extra or oversized pieces, drop us a message on WhatsApp before the journey — we confirm the space or move you up to a larger private van so everything travels together. A quick heads-up in advance is genuinely all it takes; there is no hard cutoff, only a fast check so the right vehicle is ready. The same applies in reverse for departures, when shopping or event gear sometimes means more to haul back to MIA.
The flat per-vehicle fare already takes in the routine costs of the journey, so nothing extra needs settling on the road.
A handful of optional items sit outside the base fare. An in-terminal meet-and-greet, where the chauffeur waits inside holding a name sign rather than at the curb, is a paid add-on. Child seats are arranged here too: the first seat is free for a child under 5, and each additional seat carries a small extra fee we confirm at booking.
Daytime hours between 7 AM and 9 PM carry no surcharge. Trips falling outside that window add a small, clearly stated amount on top of the flat fare.
In two parts, so the whole sum never leaves your hands before the service does. Venmo, Zelle, and a secure payment link are all accepted, with cash fine on close-in, nearby pickups. Two legs come to twice one and go on a single reservation. The usual arrangement is half at booking to hold the vehicle, half to your chauffeur on the day you travel.
Yes. A 50% deposit secures your vehicle at booking, and the other 50% goes to the chauffeur on your travel day by whatever method you prefer. That deposit is what guarantees a specific SUV or van is committed to your group and your flight rather than left open to other requests.
A late flight is no trouble. Your chauffeur follows the inbound arrival in real time, so the reserved vehicle adjusts to your actual landing at no extra cost and the driver stays scheduled to meet you when you reach arrivals. An early or late touchdown never triggers a re-booking — your group is simply collected when you are ready.
Our private van fills the shuttle role without the shared seating. The price is charged against the vehicle rather than the person, so your whole group rides for the single fare shown in the prices section above — your headcount only decides whether you need the SUV or a larger van. A round journey is just double the one-way figure.
Yes, with a little advance notice. Message us on WhatsApp before the journey and bring your pet in a proper carrier for the ride. Telling us ahead lets the chauffeur plan the space and prepare the vehicle, so your animal travels comfortably beside you between MIA and downtown Miami.
Yes — arrival and departure both, with the return costing twice the one-way figure under a single booking. The pickup at the Elser is confirmed the day before, which is what gets you to MIA without hurrying. Drop-offs at other airports, ports, and cities are available too when the trip carries on.
The Elser Hotel & Residences rises out of the downtown Miami core, a few steps from the bayfront and from the city’s business and cultural district. Glass towers and waterfront parks sit alongside a busy street-level run of restaurants, cafés, and shops. Walk a short way and you reach the green space along Biscayne Bay, the downtown museums and performance venues, and the shopping and dining of the surrounding blocks, with upscale Brickell just to the south. More about the property is on the Elser Hotel’s official site, and there is area context in the hotel’s Greater Miami visitor listing.
A contemporary high-rise that works as both hotel and residence, aimed at guests who want a polished downtown base. Hotel rooms sit alongside residential-style suites, with rooftop amenities and skyline views across Biscayne Bay, and the waterfront, the downtown offices, and the entertainment district that shapes this stretch of the city are all within walking distance.
Downtown Miami packs a great deal into a compact, walkable area. Guests wander the bayfront promenade, catch museums and live performances, and work their way through the neighbourhood’s restaurants and nightlife. Cultural venues, shopping, and waterfront parks all sit close together, and the financial and dining scene of the adjacent Brickell area rounds out the options just to the south.
The route and the bags are somebody else’s job: a bilingual chauffeur, working in English plus Spanish or Portuguese, takes both off your hands entirely. A direct WhatsApp line runs to a real person from your first message through to travel day, which turns questions and changes into quick exchanges rather than queue tickets. The result is a calmer arrival into downtown Miami, with the cost known from the outset instead of discovered at the end.
A more organised, more premium arrangement — one agreed fare, a named chauffeur, a pickup keyed to your flight — for a significantly smaller total than Uber Black or Lyft Lux.
| Feature | Us | Uber | Lyft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | One price, agreed when you reserve | Surges 1.5×–4× at peak | Surges 1.5×–4× at peak |
| Vehicle | A black SUV held for your group | Driver’s own car | Driver’s own car |
| Airport pickup | Chauffeur follows the flight and stands at the curb as you exit | You request a car after you land | You request a car after you land |
| Flight tracking | Yes — re-timed at no charge if you are delayed | No — you re-book if delayed | No — you re-book if delayed |
One arrangement end to end, and significantly cheaper than riding an Uber Black or Lyft Lux at surge.
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Secure the private ride between MIA Airport and the Elser Hotel & Residences in one message. Send your flight number, arrival date, and passenger count, and we confirm the vehicle, the price, and the deposit. Email or WhatsApp both work, and your chauffeur will be ready and waiting.
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Book at least 24 hours in advance; for holidays and busy weekends, reserve your spot early to ensure better availability.
Yes, we accept bookings from around the world. We handle international payments and keep guests informed via WhatsApp and email.
No. We require advance reservations. Please book at least four hours in advance; same-day availability is not guaranteed.
Of course. To secure your reservation, we request 50% down on bookings under $199 USD and 30% on bookings of $200 USD or more.
No. To secure your vehicle, send a 50% deposit through our payment link or via Zelle. The remaining balance can be paid in cash when the driver arrives.
No — our service also covers hotels, ports, train stations, restaurants, and private addresses, in addition to the airport.
We operate SUV XLs for small groups, 12- and 14-passenger vans, plus full-size buses with capacity for 40–54 people for large events.
Absolutely — our team handles weddings, corporate conferences, VIP events, and other special occasions. Contact us for a custom quote.
Some vehicles in our fleet offer Wi-Fi and USB ports. Let us know in advance if this is essential, and we’ll book a vehicle that meets your needs.
We operate only private transfers. Your vehicle is exclusive to you and your party — no shared seating.
No problem — we monitor your flight in real time and adjust your pickup time as needed, at no extra cost.
Send us the new information right away, and we’ll adjust your booking while tracking the updated flight.
We use curbside pickup only. Text us your exit gate and the driver will arrive in just a few minutes — faster than the classic sign-holding service.
If you’d prefer a driver waiting with a name sign inside the terminal, we can arrange that for US$ 20.
The day before your trip, we’ll send you a message with the driver’s name, the car model, and the license plate, plus detailed curbside pickup instructions.
Don’t worry — we’ll text you as soon as your flight lands. If we don’t hear back quickly, the driver will default to the international arrivals hall. Wait there and we’ll find you; we never leave anyone behind.
Domestic flights: up to 60 minutes after arrival
International flights: 120 minutes of complimentary wait time
Hotel pickups: 15-minute grace period
Port pickups: up to 60 minutes after the agreed time
This rarely happens, since we already include two free hours of wait time. If you’re still inside the airport after that, the ride may be marked as a no-show. You can request additional wait time — US$ 30 per extra 30-minute block, paid in cash to the driver.
Absolutely — our drivers will assist with your luggage.
The standard allowance is one large suitcase plus one carry-on per person. Planning to travel with larger items or extras — more suitcases, musical instruments, mobility equipment, or strollers? Contact us in advance so we can accommodate you; an additional charge may apply.
Yes — small pets are allowed, but they must remain in a secure carrier. Please let us know in advance.
We include one free child car seat for children under five. If you need an additional seat, request it in advance; the cost is US$ 15.
We ask that you not eat during the trip. Water in sealed bottles is the only drink permitted.
Unscheduled stops aren’t included in the base rate, but if you arrange a short, nearby stop in advance, we can accommodate it. A small fee may apply based on the extra time.
Of course. Give us at least 24 hours’ notice and, subject to availability, we’ll adjust your pickup time.
What you see is what you pay — no hidden fees. Driver gratuity is at your discretion and always appreciated.
You get a full refund if you cancel more than 24 hours before your scheduled pickup. Within 24 hours of the ride, the booking is non-refundable.
Salí del retiro de equipaje y el auto ya estaba ahí. Nos facilitó el día.
Connecting flight was tight, going solo, I needed something easy and ended a long flight with a calm ride to the hotel. no surprise tolls, no upselling, just the ride. Easy recommendation.
Family trip with two little ones, great suspension, didn’t feel the bumps. smooth ride from the curb to the lobby. Solid all around.
Wedding venue arrival was right on schedule. Couldn’t have gone better.
Couldn’t have asked for better. smooth driving, no sudden moves, and the AC was cranked exactly the way you want it after a flight.