In 1915, a narrow strip of mangrove coast was transformed into Miami Beach, Florida. Since then, tourists have flocked to this subtropical barrier island in Biscayne Bay, lured by sun-soaked beaches, glitzy nightlife, melodic Latin rhythms and South Beach’s pastel-hued art deco buildings.
As one of the world’s flashiest stretches of coastline, Miami Beach tends to be on the cutting edge of design and hospitality trends. It constantly shakes up the Florida hotels scene with highly anticipated new hotels and renovations of legendary and luxury properties. (Ultraluxe properties from Aman and Bulgari are slated to debut in 2025.)
With such a diverse range of enticing properties to choose from — across the budget spectrum — deciding which hotel is the best for you is no easy feat.
Whether you are looking for a party-forward hot spot, a 1950s art deco throwback or a Zen haven to relax and unplug, there’s a property for you on this list. Here are the best Miami Beach hotels for your next getaway.
Acqualina Resort & Residences on the Beach
Sunny Isles Beach, Miami, Florida, USA
Best for: Beach lovers who prefer not to wrestle with lounge chairs.
Why stay here: The Acqualina Spa is reason enough to visit. Arrive early for your treatment to enjoy the outdoor pool and terrace, hot tub and massaging waterfall.
Best way to book: Book through our partner Skylark for elitelike perks and on-property credits. It’s also available on American Express’ Fine Hotels + Resorts and Chase’s Luxury Hotel & Resort Collection, where you can get valuable perks like credits to use on the property, room upgrades and late checkout, depending on the program.
Despite being a high-rise beach hotel, Acqualina gives off serious Mediterranean villa vibes. Rooms, starting at 600 square feet, offer either a terrace or balcony with views of the Intracoastal Waterway or the Atlantic Ocean.
Designed with crisp white walls and linens, guest rooms are accented with smoked glass and bronze coffee tables, wingback club chairs and marble-floored bathrooms with a Jacuzzi, glass-enclosed couples shower and double sinks.
The beach and outdoor recreation areas are spectacular, with inviting lounge chairs shaded by bright red umbrellas. With plenty of palm trees and other vegetation, you can actually find shady seating on the grass (by reservation in the Acqualina app). Or, spend some time sleeping in one of the hammocks strung between the trees. If you want to get in some cardio, there is a basketball court with beach views.
Families give the resort’s AcquaMarine children’s program high marks. It’s complimentary for children ages 4 to 12. (Lunch is served for a fee.)
Finally, the hotel offers several restaurants that serve Greek, Japanese, Italian and grilled entrees. There’s also room service.
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Rates at Acqualina Resort & Residences on the Beach start around $530 per night. There is no resort fee.
The Miami Beach Edition
Bayshore, Miami, Florida, USA
Best for: Travelers that appreciate a minimalist but chic approach to room design.
Why stay here: Excellent beachside location near the Design District and not very far from South Beach, but minus the crowds.
Best way to book: Book through our partner Skylark for elitelike perks and on-property credits. It’s also available on American Express’ Fine Hotels + Resorts and Chase’s Luxury Hotel & Resort Collection, where you can get valuable perks like credits to use on property, room upgrades and late checkout, depending on the program. Or, reserve your room directly with Marriott if you wish to redeem points for your stay.
A collaboration between the big chain and iconic hospitality visionary Ian Schrager, Marriott’s mold-breaking Edition brand is known for its seductive spaces that marry sleek minimalism with high-end luxury.
Overlooking the ocean in the Mid-Beach area of Miami Beach, this emblematic “urban resort,” which stormed onto the scene in 2014, has become one of the area’s most fashionable hangouts. It boasts every amenity you could conceive of (there’s even a skating rink) and a star-studded guest register.
Devotees of the Edition brand will find the style and aesthetic all very familiar, from the bright, white lobby decorated with soaring gold pillars and potted palms to the 2,284-square-foot rooftop penthouse with five balconies, an oversized marble soaking tub and custom Le Labo toiletries.
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All 294 accommodations (including 28 oceanfront bungalows) radiate a subdued, soothing elegance. They feature floor-to-ceiling windows, blond and brown wooden furnishings, low-slung beds topped with down comforters, white sofas and chairs; an occasional throw or plush rug adds an element of hygge.
The luxury spa offers a full menu of massages, therapies and treatments, as well as curated wellness immersion packages (starting at $350; 72-hour notice required). There’s also a fitness center and two outdoor ocean-facing pools.
At the breezy Tropicale, grab a seat at the bar and sip on playful cocktails (such as a whole coconut spiked with rum, $30). You can also graze poolside on inspired plates, such as tuna tartare with avocado, ginger and radish ($28) or more hearty Florida black grouper tacos with chipotle aioli and cabbage-chili pickle ($29). The hotel’s signature restaurant is Matador Room, a 1940s-style supper club serving Latin American and Caribbean fare, including crispy calamari with avocado-jalapeno salsa verde ($26).
Rates at The Miami Beach Edition start around $446 or 61,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night, plus a resort fee of $68 per night per room.
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort
Bal Harbour, Miami, Florida, USA
Best for: Marriott Bonvoy elite members who fancy an upgrade to gorgeous suites.
Why stay here: For exquisite service — all suites are assigned a butler — and St. Regis flourishes like the traditional Champagne sabering ceremony in the lounge.
Best way to book: Book through our partner Skylark for elitelike perks and on-property credits. It’s also available on American Express’ Fine Hotels + Resorts and Chase’s Luxury Hotel & Resort Collection, where you can get valuable perks like credits to use on property, room upgrades and late checkout, depending on the program. Or, reserve your room directly with Marriott to redeem points for your stay.
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort opened in 2012 so it’s had time to build a loyal following, especially among Marriott Bonvoy members who prefer using their points at this luxury property. While some say that service has declined over the years, no one disputes that the property is incredibly well maintained and that the beach is a stunner.
This 27-floor high-rise hotel offers 216 rooms and suites. Even entry-level rooms are spacious here at 650 square feet. A neutral seaside color palette elicits a feeling of calm and relaxation. A nice touch is the glass balcony partitions, so you have unobstructed views. Suites feature bleached black limba wood and oak herringbone wall paneling.
Guests can relax beside two pools — an adults-only “tranquility” pool and one for families — as well as on the 1,000-foot white-sand beach. Whether you prefer pool or ocean, there are a variety of loungers and daybeds available. Or, book an oceanfront day villa (cabana) for $400. There are also outdoor whirlpool baths as well as one within the 14,000-square-foot spa.
Dining and drinking options excel here. There’s La Gourmandise for casual American fare, a Greek outpost (that also serves breakfast) called Atlantikos and Colameco, an Italian pop-up. Hit the pool bar during the day and the alluring St. Regis Bar before or after dinner for sophisticated cocktails.
Rates at The St. Regis Bal Harbour start around $503 or 62,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night, plus a resort fee of $70 per night per room.
Faena Hotel Miami Beach
Bayshore, Miami, Florida, USA
Best for: Those with deep pockets that appreciate this art-focused hotel’s see-and-be-seen atmosphere.
Why stay here: It’s a one-stop shop in an excellent location with stunning rooms, a beautifully landscaped exterior, excellent beach service, a trendy bar scene and entertaining evening cabaret show.
Best way to book: Book through our partner Skylark for elitelike perks and on-property credits. It’s also available on American Express’ Fine Hotels + Resorts and Chase’s Luxury Hotel & Resort Collection, where you can get valuable perks like credits to use on property, room upgrades and late checkout, depending on the program.
Faena Group’s hotels are designed to be destination microcosms that keep you rooted. This fashionable Miami Beach outpost is no exception, offering guests a cool lifestyle district that also happens to house a luxurious hotel on a picture-perfect swath of white sand.
The entry-level Bay View rooms (which start at 489 square feet) are spacious and decadent. They feature plush red velvet drapes and throws, custom midcentury modern wooden furnishings, colorful rugs and artworks, plush club chairs, and opulent bathrooms with Carrara marble, gilded fixtures and gleaming white tiles.
Connecting rooms are available. However, if you need more space or just want to splurge, the 1,571-square-foot Premier Oceanfront Corner Suite has 1 1/2 bathrooms, a separate dining room and living area, floor-to-ceiling windows and a furnished, wraparound balcony with ocean views.
What really sets this property apart, though, are its luxe amenities, gourmet dining and exceptional entertainment. By day, action centers on the pool and beach, where guests recline on plush loungers beneath striped umbrellas or private cabanas (extra fees apply). Wellness seekers head for the 22,000-square-foot Tierra Santa Healing House, which offers traditional massages and treatments, shaman-inspired “healing arts” and rituals, such as Tree of Life Vibrations ($470, 120 minutes) and a 90-minute Sacred Warrior massage ($370).
There are four dining venues, including open-fire cooking at Los Fuegos by Francis Mallman and a speak-easy-style omakase experience from James Beard Award-winning chef Paul Qui. There’s live music every night at The Living Room, and the hotel’s Allura Cabaret takes the stage at the Faena Theater on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Rates at Faena Hotel Miami Beach start around $602 per night, plus a resort fee of $62.70 per room per night.
Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club, Surfside, Florida
Surfside, Miami, Florida, USA
Best for: Anyone looking for an upscale, tranquil oasis in the otherwise noisy hubbub of Miami Beach.
Why stay here: For a nostalgic take on Miami that still delivers modern — and elegant — rooms, public areas and pool and beach activities.
Best way to book: Book through our partner Skylark for elitelike perks and on-property credits. It’s also available on American Express’ Fine Hotels + Resorts, where you can get valuable perks like credits to use on the property, room upgrades and late checkout.
Our favorite of the two Four Seasons properties in Miami (there’s a second outpost on Brickell Avenue), this storied landmark on the quiet sands of Surfside exudes 1930s glamour.
Having played host to dignitaries and movie stars for almost a century, this emblematic Four Seasons remains a polished enclave, distinguished by its timeless elegance, superlative service and exquisite amenities. This is why it draws repeat guests year after year.
Now flanked by residential condos, the reimagined Surf Club features three new buildings anchored by the property’s original Mediterranean Revival building. There are 77 rooms (starting at 435 square feet), as well as 30 hotel residences and 121 private residential apartments; they are surrounded by green spaces, including the “Serenity Lawns,” as well as a beach that feels distinctly private. The overarching aesthetic in the rooms and public spaces is of understated sophistication, with soothing neutral fabrics, sleek modern furnishings and plush touches such as green velvet benches and spa-style marble bathrooms.
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The amenities are excellent for both families (kids receive a fun welcome gift) and couples looking to relax and focus on wellness. Helmed by chef Marco Calenzo, a native of Florence, the Mediterranean-inspired Lido Restaurant serves decadent gourmet cuisine, like langoustine with yuzu dressing and duo of caviars ($56) as well as sea bass with rainbow chard, “Palermitana” sauce and citronette ($42).
There’s more indulgence at the spa, where guest healers curate and personalize experiences incorporating sound and vibration.
There are also three swimming pools, including an adults-only quiet pool. There are day-use cabanas (for a fee), complimentary bikes, and a house car at your disposal for quick jaunts around the neighborhood.
Rates at Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club start around $928 per night, plus a resort fee of $45 per room per night.
Nobu Hotel Miami Beach
Mid-Beach, Miami, Florida, USA
Best for: Foodies who wish to dine at Nobu Miami then just head upstairs to their room.
Why stay here: The Japanese stylings and sensibilities of the rooms and dining options.
Best way to book: Book directly with the hotel.
The brainchild of Japanese chef Nobu Matsuhisa and Hollywood business partners Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, Nobu Hotels upended the hotel industry when its first location debuted 10 years ago in Las Vegas as a hotel-within-a-hotel at Caesars Palace.
The Nobu Hotel Miami Beach is a similar concept inside the historic Eden Roc Hotel, which was built in 1956 by iconic architect Morris Lapidus.
What’s really interesting for guests is that they can enjoy an amalgam of two distinct architectural styles and guest experiences. There are the undulating curves and retro glam of the Eden Roc, which has been carefully preserved, and the hushed Zen ambiance of Nobu, designed to evoke a Japanese beach house (all blond wood, Asian accent pieces, organic materials and clean lines).
Both hotels share the original and utterly glamorous art deco lobby and most amenities. The real differentiation lies in the decor of Nobu’s 206 guest rooms and suites, designed by David Rockwell, and its exclusive perks. It offers a private swimming pool, a dedicated concierge, 10 minutes of extra time added to any spa service and an exclusive area on the beach.
Deluxe rooms (380 to 440 square feet) are a lesson in artful restraint with Nobu’s emblematic Japanese theming evident in organic finishes, a neutral color palette, wooden plank floors, rainfall showers with teak benches and cherry blossom accent walls. Rooms are appointed with 60-inch TVs, Nespresso coffee machines and a fully stocked minibar with premium products. You’ll also find an emphasis on thoughtful details, such as a dreamy, signature bed from Simmons.
Unsurprisingly, guests also flock here for special access to Nobu’s world-famous Japanese cuisine and delectable sushi. As well as omakase and tasting menus, signature dishes like black cod with miso and wagyu steak showcase the restaurant’s culinary prowess.
Nobu is geared toward design-conscious couples and gourmands. Nobu’s pool is adults-only, but families can sip on tropical libations and experience Florida’s 1950s vintage charm at Eden Roc’s three pools.
Rates at Nobu Hotel Miami Beach start at $349 per night, plus a resort fee of $49 per room per night.
The Betsy South Beach
South Beach, Miami, Florida, USA
Best for: History and architecture buffs who will enjoy seeing how this boutique hotel merged two iconic properties.
Why stay here: Rates can be quite reasonable for such a well-located South Beach hotel.
Best way to book: Reserve directly with the hotel.
At the north end of Ocean Drive, close to the bars, restaurants and shops of the Art Deco Historic District, The Betsy is a city icon developed by architect Lawrence Murray Dixon. In 2016, following a multimillion-dollar restoration, the hotel merged with the historic Carlton Hotel to become one hotel connected by a sky bridge.
The boutique beachfront property (no longer affiliated with Hyatt) offers an array of amenities that belie its modest 130-room count. Each eclectic accommodation is elegantly styled with walnut floors; midcentury modern-inspired furnishings; white built-in shelves filled with books, artworks and artifacts from the owner’s collection; and luxe marble bathrooms.
With so many great lifestyle amenities on the property, it’s easy to turn each day into a series of indulgences. There are two pools — including one on the rooftop with gorgeous views — a library and a fitness center. Enjoy an afternoon cocktail and some people-watching in the sleek lobby bar, then book a doTerra aromatherapy treatment in the comfort of your plush chamber. Later, reserve a table at LT Steak & Seafood by renowned chef Laurent Tourondel and savor exceptional cuts of beef or the fresh catch of the day.
Rates at The Betsy Hotel start around $292 per night, plus a resort fee of $52 per room per night.
The Setai Miami Beach
South Beach, Miami, Florida, USA
Best for: Minimalists that enjoy Asian design mixed with art deco accents.
Why stay here: If you’re looking for the perfect South Beach address that also offers a level of serenity, The Setai checks those boxes.
Best way to book: Book through our partner Skylark for elitelike perks and on-property credits. It’s also available on American Express’ Fine Hotels + Resorts and Chase’s Luxury Hotel & Resort Collection, where you can get valuable perks like credits to use on property, room upgrades and late checkout, depending on the program.
The 138-key Setai Miami Beach has its fair share of devotees, especially among South Beach regulars who come here to drink, dine and mingle. Set on a beautiful stretch of sand, it’s a serene retreat within a buzzy neighborhood known for its distinctive design scheme that combines art deco glamour with polished Asian minimalism.
From the courtyard with its wooden pergolas and serenity pond to the elegant rooms with teak wooden furnishings, king-size beds dressed in Frette linens, plush upholstery and luxurious bathrooms with soaking tubs and rainfall showers, The Setai Miami Beach is a haven of relaxation.
A surfeit of excellent amenities — which include the resort’s high-end Valmont Spa, three stunning pools and two renowned restaurants — ensures you have everything you need to unplug and be entertained.
Culinary highlights include the signature Peking duck at Jaya ($48) and fresh seafood, like wood-grilled whole branzino ($42) and Chilean sea bass ($46) at Ocean Grill. Japon, a Japanese culinary experience, is slated to open in summer 2024. The simply named Bar features a stunning, not-so-simple, mother-of-pearl bar. It’s one of the most happening watering holes in town.
Rates at The Setai Miami Beach start at about $600 per night with no resort fee.
Kimpton Hotel Palomar South Beach
Miami Beach, Miami, Florida, USA
Best for: Travelers who want a respite from the frenetic energy of Miami Beach without sacrificing location or easy access to restaurants and shops.
Why stay here: Despite its proximity to the action of the vibrant Sunset Harbour neighborhood, the 96-key property still feels intimate and residential. Highlights include the tiered rooftop pool deck and Osteria Morini, a Northern Italian restaurant with a canal-side patio.
Best way to book: Book directly through IHG to earn or redeem IHG One Rewards points and enjoy any elite benefits.
This 96-key, brand-true Kimpton is a calm oasis in the tiny Sunset Harbour neighborhood that still feels in tune with Miami Beach’s fast-paced and flashy scene.
With an emphasis on approachable luxury and a more local vibe, guests here can expect a warm, personable welcome from the staff and experiences of the kind you’d like to make rituals rather than just one-off holiday pleasures (like hanging out by the rooftop pool and sampling gourmet Italian cuisine).
The light-filled lobby sets an understated but elegant tone, with marble floors, a gray color palette and streamlined furnishings. In the guest rooms, contemporary furniture, accent walls of blond wood and white-tiled bathrooms with rainfall showers are calming and comfortable. If you prefer a little more space to relax alfresco, opt for a room that has a furnished patio or balcony with water or city views.
The Palomar Cafe is adjacent to the lobby, and there’s an atmospheric rooftop bar.
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Fans of Kimpton hotels can rest assured their room comes with the brand’s signature yoga mat and that their four-legged friends will be greeted with treats. The hotel also offers a fitness center, a complimentary wine happy hour each evening and free bikes to explore the area.
Rates at the Kimpton Hotel Palomar South Beach start around $150 or 23,000 IHG points per night, plus a resort fee of $39.90 per room per night.
JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa
Aventura, Miami, Florida, USA
Best for: Families who will flip out over the on-site Tidal Cove water park, which is free for hotel guests.
Why stay here: The complimentary water park and resort’s participation in perk-laden programs such as Amex’s Fine Hotels + Resorts mean a stay can be a good value here during the offseason.
Best way to book: Book on American Express’ Fine Hotels + Resorts and Chase’s Luxury Hotel & Resort Collection, where you can get valuable perks like credits to use on property, room upgrades and late checkout, depending on the program. Or, reserve directly with Marriott to redeem points for your stay.
One of the best hotels in Miami for a multigenerational getaway, this popular Marriott resort in Aventura (13 miles north of Miami) sits among 300 acres of tropical gardens 2 miles from the beach.
Families flock here for the amenities, which include the Tidal Cove Water Park, a huge gym, and a wellness center and spa. The latter features a range of holistic treatments and massages and a daily calendar of mind-body classes.
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Golfers can perfect their swings at two 18-hole championship golf courses, and foodies will enjoy Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina, which specializes in prime meat and local seafood, served alongside fine wines from the impressive wine cellar.
Spacious rooms start at 500 square feet and feature neutral tones, marble bathrooms and private balconies. For larger families looking for more space, there are also junior, one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites.
Due to the hotel’s scale and popularity, you can expect long check-in lines and loungers at the pool to be in short supply during peak holiday periods.
Rates at JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa start around $198 or 34,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night, plus a resort fee of $68 per room per night.
W South Beach
South Beach, Miami, Florida, USA
Best for: Anyone who wants to party … either at this hotel or nearby clubs.
Why stay here: For its free-spirited reputation that draws celebrities and regular travelers alike.
Best way to book: Book through our partner Skylark for elitelike perks and on-property credits. It’s also available on Chase’s Luxury Hotel & Resort Collection, where you can get valuable perks like credits to use on property, room upgrades and late checkout. Or, reserve your room via Marriott Bonvoy so you can earn or redeem points for your stay.
Following an extensive $30 million renovation in 2020, Marriott’s W South Beach has evolved (along with the W brand) to become one of TPG’s favorite hotels in the Sunshine State.
Travelers flock here — and for good reason. Its location on Collins Avenue is hard to beat, and the spacious guest rooms are the quintessence of beach chic (most have ocean views). Plus, there’s an exquisite spa, a dazzling art collection and restaurants that are destinations unto themselves.
Art lovers will swoon over the hotel’s incredible art collection, valued at around $50 million. This property is home to 21 original pieces by Andy Warhol, three of which are collaborations with Jean-Michel Basquiat.
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Foodies will not be disappointed. The property has five food-and-beverage outlets, including its signature Wet Bar and Grille at the pool deck, a Miami outpost of the high-end Chinese eatery Mr. Chow and The Restaurant at W South Beach, otherwise known as RWSB.
At the pool, there’s still a dash of the brand’s early 2000s hedonism, with a raised asymmetrical design edged with black tiles. Beneath swaying palm trees, loungers covered in black-and-white cushions add more signature W aesthetic.
Standard rooms are designed to blend with the hotel’s oceanfront setting. They have a white color palette with pops of pink and green as well as playful but classy, midcentury modern furnishings. The marble-walled bathrooms feel slightly passe these days but still radiate luxury.
There are plenty of amenities at W South Beach. It has a family-friendly appeal with outdoor movies on the green, beach yoga, craft cocktail classes, and wine and cheese tastings. The brand’s signature Away Spa is also a heavenly place to embrace the wellness trend.
Rates at W South Beach start around $440, plus a resort fee of $75 per room per night.
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
South Beach, Miami, Florida, USA
Best for: Travelers who want to be part of the heartbeat of South Beach.
Why stay here: It’s walking distance to the hottest bars, restaurants and galleries in South Beach.
Best way to book: Book through our partner Skylark for elitelike perks and on-property credits. It’s also available on American Express’ Fine Hotels + Resorts and Chase’s Luxury Hotel & Resort Collection, where you can get valuable perks like credits to use on property, room upgrades and late checkout, depending on the program. Or, reserve your room directly with Marriott if you wish to redeem points for your stay.
One of TPG’s top hotels, this lavish 376-room Ritz-Carlton reopened in 2021, fresh from a $90 million renovation. At the corner of Lincoln Road and Collins Avenue, it places guests in the beating heart of South Beach’s buzzy neighborhood.
There’s an immediate wow factor in the opulent art deco lobby and retro-glam Lapidus Bar, a perfect place to start the evening with a cocktail.
The room design, however, is more restrained, with white walls and linens, gold accents and pops of blue in the headboards and benches. Balconies are spacious and furnished with chairs, cocktail tables and loungers; marble bathrooms feature double vanities and separate showers stocked with Diptyque products.
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On the food front, most exciting is the new José Andrés restaurant, Zaytina, which serves a Turkish, Lebanese and Greek mezze menu. Don’t miss the smoked mushroom kapnista with dates, roasted walnuts, cumin and labneh ($18), falafal ($14) and the $60 kebab platter with lamb, kofte, chicken and adana (grilled minced meat).
There’s also a Jacuzzi, gym and spa featuring HydraFacial therapies. Interestingly, the spa menu indicates that pricing may vary depending on the date of your treatment.
The large pool is surrounded by plush loungers and umbrellas, and sun seekers looking for late afternoon rays can migrate to the sun deck beyond the pool. (Sun exposure can be a game of musical chairs in Miami, as high-rises can block natural light.)
Rates at The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach start around $380 or 62,500 Marriott Bonvoy points per night, plus a resort fee of $55 per room per night.
1 Hotel South Beach
South Beach, Miami, Florida, USA
Best for: Environmentally conscious travelers that appreciate the hotel’s carbon-neutral status, LEED Silver certification and interior design that uses different types of reclaimed materials. The house car is also an electric Audi.
Why stay here: From the front desk agents to the pool attendants to the rooftop lounge bartenders, staffers get high marks thanks to the friendly service they deliver.
Best way to book: Book through our partner Skylark for elitelike perks and on-property credits. It’s also available on American Express’ Fine Hotels + Resorts, through which you can receive valuable perks like credits to use on property, room upgrades and late checkout, depending on the program.
Trends may come and go in Miami, but 1 Hotel South Beach is a perennial favorite, luring devotees to its scenic beachfront, stellar amenities (including four swimming pools, one on the rooftop) and large, beautifully appointed rooms.
Sitting on the northern fringe of South Beach — within striking distance of the Miami Beach Boardwalk — this refined hotel opened in 2015 following a $200 million renovation of the original 1960s heritage building.
Rooms start at 500 square feet, and all come with thoughtful perks such as free Wi-Fi, filtered water taps, HEPA filters, a Nespresso machine and a yoga mat. Bathrooms have separate rainfall showers and tubs. If you need more space or an extra dose of luxury, suites are also available. Also, if you have your pooch in tow, they will also make plenty of friends here.
Wellness is a prevailing theme, and the Bamford Wellness Spa offers a full-service menu of traditional spa treatments with a customized approach; it also offers complimentary wellness classes for guests. The hotel has the impeccable service and attention to detail you’d expect at this price point.
Rates at 1 Hotel South Beach start around $475 per night, plus a resort fee of $55 per room per night.
Mondrian South Beach
Miami Beach, Miami, Florida, USA
Best for: Wellness seekers who want to take advantage of the property’s direct marina access, refreshed spa with an extensive treatment menu and a bayside pool.
Why stay here: The Mondrian recently emerged from a massive $20 million renovation, bringing with it a massive beach club and suites kitted out with kitchenettes, Dutch Delft tiles and views of Biscayne Bay.
Best way to book: Book direct for the best rates and packages, or through your favorite credit card travel portal.
On West Avenue with views of Biscayne Bay, the Mondrian is fresh from a $20 million wellness-focused renovation.
Designed by Dutch designer Marcel Wanders, there’s a dash of the surreal to the lobby and guest rooms with custom Delft tiles and unique Miami accents. The marble-floored lobby also had a makeover in 2021, and it now features intricate woodworking and quartzites around the stylish The Gem lobby bar.
In the guest rooms, expect custom-designed wall coverings, whimsical rugs and furnishings that create a polished but playful space. All suites boast sweeping views of the Miami skyline, fully equipped kitchens and luxe bathrooms with rainfall showerheads and sumptuous bath products.
Besides its budget-friendly price tag, the hotel’s major calling card is its new open-air Baia Beach Club, a multiuse area for dining, entertainment, recreation and pampering. Set along the waterfront, the stylish club adds bohemian charm to the South Beach scene. It features a restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine and signature cocktails, a bayside pool surrounded by plush cabanas, a marina, a full-service wellness spa, a flashy fitness center and daily fitness classes like meditation and moonlight yoga.
Rates at the Mondrian South Beach start at $159 per night, plus a resort fee of $51.30 per room per night.
What is the best part of Miami Beach to stay in?
Miami’s beach strip is divided into three sections: North Beach, Mid-Beach and South Beach. South Beach’s party scene reputation probably proceeds it. It’s the place where all the beautiful people go to see and be seen. This part of the beach is studded with incredible hotels that range from trendy to luxe plus plenty of shops, restaurants, bars and nightclubs. North Beach is more family-friendly while Mid-Beach has a little bit for everyone, borrowing on what’s fantastic about its north and south neighbors.
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