Miami Beach makes for the perfect city break - blending beautiful white sand beaches, world-renowned nightlife, a dizzying array of eateries, and a good dose of designer shopping. A place to come and relax during the day; party at night. It also has a particularly good collection of hotels. Most of the best hotels in Miami Beach are located right on the beach, however, those that are not are usually just a stroll away. Miami chic consists of Mediterranean inspired design mixed with cutting-edge contemporary style - essentially beach sleek. Our Hotel Gurus have hand-selected a collection of the best Miami Beach hotels picked on their location, amenities, service, and style. So, why not browse through our picks to start planning your next break?
For a boutique stay
- Casa Claridges is inspired by the relaxed lifestyle of the Mediterranean, rooms are bright and welcoming with Spanish tiled flooring, and luxurious four-posters in some rooms. The restaurant serves a delectable combination of American and Argentinian fare. A chic stay.
- Palihouse Miami Beach is a chic, boutique hotel set in a restored Art Deco building in the most prime area of Miami Beach, a few minutes' walk from the ocean. Oversized, residential-style rooms channel vintage glamour - the perfect beach bolt-hole.
For the activities
- The Miami Beach EDITION is a beachfront high-rise with spacious bedrooms and contemporary, breezy furnishings that bring a coastal feel indoors. Two open-air pools, ice-skating rink, nightclub, spa, gym, outdoor cinema and bowling alley. A great choice for an action-packed stay.
For luxury
- 1 Hotel South Beach is a nature-inspired beachside retreat. Bright, airy rooms with natural woods and a neutral colour palette provide the perfect space to unwind away from the excitement of the city. With a rooftop bar and an award-winning restaurant, this is a fabulous stay.
- The Celino is a new-age bolt-hole nestled on Ocean Drive. Art deco-inspired guestrooms have feature walls with boutique wallpaper, pale-wood furnishings and cosy, hand-tufted wool rugs. A beachside bar and stylish Italian restaurant complete this glamorous Miami offering.
- The National is a 1940s landmark of Miami's Art Deco ocean-front area, with the longest pool in Miami. Lovingly restored to the original specifications with antique pieces of furniture. The atmospheric restaurant serves carefully prepared French cuisine and there's a chic bar and spa.
- Classic and glamorous, the Delano South Beach invites you to languish in decadence, enjoying excellent service, exquisite food and extravagant comfort. Spacious rooms and suites decked out in white fabrics and stylish furnishings. Minutes from the beach - a smart stay.
- The Villa Casa Casuarina is Versace's home turned luxury boutique on the famed Ocean Drive, Miami Beach. This is a treasure trove of remarkable handmade furniture, stained glass windows, murals, exuberant design and over-the-top everything! Not to mention the gold mosaic pool and ornate restaurant dining room.
For a romantic escape
- The Plymouth is an Art-Deco Miami masterpiece, given a modern facelift by world renowned designer Fernando Santangelo. This vintage gem offers stylish suites with free standing in room tubs and Juliette balconies. The Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar is a show stopper as is the sun-kissed pool. Very romantic.
For the spa
- Metropolitan by COMO is a luxury Art Deco hotel. Bright and airy rooms were drawn up by architect and designer Paola Navone. Sink into sumptuous bliss in the extravagant rooftop hydrotherapy spa with sea views. In house restaurant serves locally sourced Floridian seafood.
- Hardwood floors, marble bathrooms, original art and fresh flowers create a low-key, refined aura at the beachside hotel, The Betsy. Featuring Miami's only open-air rooftop spa, a sheltered outdoor pool, and exclusive and highly-acclaimed BLT steakhouse. A chic choice.
For the nightlife
- Shore Club is a party hotel like no other: sleek but chic interiors with concrete floors and light fabrics. A decadent pool leads down to private beach access and there is a sophisticated dining experience at the world-famous Nobu. However, the highlight is the trendy poolside bars.
- The Angler's is a luxurious Mediterranean revival hotel - a bastion of old Miami architecture - complete with a spa, restaurant, and pool. Located just a few minutes' walk from the buzz of downtown South Beach where guests are offered VIP status at a number of nightclubs.
- Hotel Victor is a youthful, trendy property with a poolside lifestyle. Interiors feature sun-bleached woods, glass and metal accents, and big windows for a naturally-lit beach-chic vibe. Snack on sushi at Sushi Couture or join the Miami glitterati at the playful Sugar Factory Brasserie.
For beach access
- Townhouse Hotel is a modern, playful reinvention of the beach house, this trendy, vibrant hotel has a light and airy feel. All-white rooms are sleek, minimalist and serene. The rooftop terrace is perfect for lounging in the daytime sun and there are sunbeds on the beach.
- Surfcomber is an oceanfront property with class and character. Interiors draw inspiration from Miami's art deco heritage and have modern luxe appeal. Two bars and a restaurant cater to all tastes with regional seafood cuisine.
- The Setai is a luxury oceanfront hotel. Spectacular suites feature rainfall showers, Asian-inspired design and views of the city and the sea. Featuring an outdoor pool and a spa. Enjoy an unrivalled fine dining experience at any one of the four restaurants and bars. A luxury beach break.
- Nautilus is a 1950s style hotel offering direct beach access. Interiors exude casual elegance with marble floors. The restaurant serves freshly prepared local food inspired by Mediterranean flavours. Cabanas by the freshwater heated outdoor pool serve snacks and drinks.
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