Haunted Hotels in Coral Gables, Florida

Biltmore Hotel Miami Coral Gables

1200 Anastasia Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134, United States

The Biltmore Hotel's reputation as haunted primarily centers around the murder of gangster Thomas 'Fatty' Walsh. On March 7, 1929, Walsh was fatally shot during a gambling dispute in what is now known as the Everglades Suite, located on the 13th floor, sometimes referred to as the Al Capone Suite, although Capone's direct involvement in the murder is unconfirmed. Guests and staff have reported numerous paranormal incidents since, especially connected to this floor and suite: elevators allegedly ascend to the 13th floor without being called, ghostly apparitions (sometimes believed to be Walsh), disembodied voices, unexplained cold spots, and the scent of cigar smoke appear. Adding to the lore, the hotel served as a military hospital during World War II and later a VA hospital. Some believe spirits from this era, including soldiers who may have passed away within its walls, contribute to the hauntings. Mysterious sights, sounds, and eerie feelings have been reported throughout various parts of the expansive property.