The 10 Best Family Hotels in Miami Beach

Four Seasons at The Surf Club

Families love Miami Beach for the watersports, white sands, sunshine and the generally laid-back vibe. Alongside such obvious lures for a family break, it comes as no surprise that there are also a wide range of family-orientated hotels with something to suit most tastes and budgets. Our Hotel Gurus have hand-selected the cream of the crop with options including great value beachside boltholes, Art Deco luxury resorts or hotels with a wide choice of activities. So why not browse through our collection of the best family friendly hotels in Miami Beach to start planning your trip?

For great value

Apartment

  • Great value self-contained hideaways can be found at 1818 Meridian House. The tropical-chic rooms are spacious, the large windows brushed with exotic plants and palm trees, and some of the classy, light-filled apartments can sleep up to 5. The memory foam mattresses are divine and it's near to some of South Beach's best restaurants.
  • Hotel Impala is one of the best value family hotels in Miami Beach. Designed by Versace's very own architect, expect some seriously grand interiors. Families get the option of rollaway beds or interconnecting rooms. The award-winning Spiga Ristorante Italiano serves up sumptuous fare. You get a lot for your money here.

For Art Deco design

Pool

  • Life is centred around the swimming pool at The National Hotel - a straight and narrow pool lined with trees and the longest in Miami; that's just one reason why it is touted as one of the best family hotels in Miami Beach. There is also a poolside bar, cabana spa and the Tamara bistro. Families will love the Ocean View Family Rooms featuring interconnecting rooms and bathrooms. Ultimately, this is a smart and elegant hotel indicative of Miami's Art Deco scene in the 1940s.
  • Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club is one of the most kid friendly Miami Beach hotels. This Art Deco masterpiece, with its modern European makeover, not only has direct beach access but a Kids' concierge, free beach toys and a family pool. The light, airy and elegant rooms have sink-into beds and private balconies with gorgeous views and parents will love unwinding in the spa.

For the watersports

Pool

  • The Ritz Carlton Key Biscayne is both luxurious yet family-orientated. This mega-resort has a huge tennis court complex, 4 restaurants, kayaking, sailing, a private beach and a Kids Club that resembles the set of a Nickelodeon show. Parents will love the 20,000 square foot spa specialising in West Indian treatment and the smart-yet-homely rooms decked in pastels and abstract sea-art.

For seclusion

Mandarin Oriental Miami

  • The Mandarin Oriental Miami offers the sort of privacy, relaxation and fun that many families are looking for. The Kids Club, 20,000 square foot beach and waterfront dining are an obvious lure but the enormous, light-filled and stylish rooms and suites - each with their own private balcony - are a great space for some relaxed time together.

For luxury

Lounge

  • A theatrical blaze of colour, Faena Miami Beach has the chic, late Art Deco decor of a candy shop. But that's not why it's one of Miami Beach's most kid friendly hotels. To be clear: it has its own theatre and cabaret troupe. Yessir. Then there's the highly-acclaimed Kids Club to consider, babysitting services, two swimming pools and large family suites. Also, the 3 restaurants - Mexican, French and Asian. Luxury defined.
  • When it comes to entertaining kids, Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club is arguably the best. The Kids Club offers sandcastle building competitions, poolside fun, and family excursions. Then, there's the hotel's own private yacht, which families can hire for a sailing trip. An Art Deco beauty of the 1930s renovated for the age of Instagram, there are 4 restaurants, pools with private cabanas and direct beach access. Hands-down, one of the most kid-friendly hotels in Miami Beach.
  • Ritz Carlton Coconut Grove is a smart and grand affair: from the glamorous lobby, with its mosaic-tiled columns, to the marble-tiled bathrooms of the smart and spacious rooms. Families will love the palm-fringed swimming pool while the Kids Club is fun yet educational, focusing on conservation and culture. The poolside cafe, 6,000 square foot spa, and mouth-watering Grill complete the picture.

For a nature retreat

Pool

  • 1 Hotel South Beach is a sprawling luxury beachside retreat and one of the best family hotels in Miami Beach. With 4 pools - including a lovely rooftop pool boasting jaw dropping vistas - huge bedrooms styled with smart, tropical-chic minimalism, it has a winning formula. But for families with young kids, the kids club is the real draw, where nature walks, seashell art and bird feeders are the name-of-the-game. The award-winning cuisine is a fantastic extra and the watersports on offer will keep everyone entertained.

Still not sure where to book?

  • Browse through our list of all the best places to stay in Miami;
  • Expand your search to the best Miami hotels with a poolthe best places to stay in South Beach, or Miami Beach;
  • Check out our list of the best places to stay in the Florida Keys;
  • Or, contact one of our Gurus for some expert advice.
    • 1818 Meridian House Miami (South Beach) 27 rooms from £155

      Outstanding location
      Hideaway  -  Tranquil and intimate.
      Diving  -  Good diving nearby.
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      Beachy and serene furnished apartments for short and long term stays to remember, fully equipped kitchens and bathrooms, beds with memory foam mattresses, carefully designed spacious suites and studios with natural light and tropical colour scheme. Close proximity to South Beach restaurants. See More

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    • Hotel Impala Miami (South Beach) 17 rooms from £82

      Restaurant  -  Enjoy an award winning on-site dining experience at the Spiga Ristorante Italiano.
      Romantic  -  Good for couples.
      Designer  -  Uniquely designed interiors.
      Lively area  -  In the thick of the action.
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      Marble bathrooms, ornate wooden beds, golden drapes and sumptuous bedding are tell-tale signs that the designer of the Versace mansion had a hand in this opulent townhouse with old-world grace. Dine outside on authentic Italian fare before enjoying a nightcap under a palm-fringed, star-studded sky. See More

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    • The National Hotel Miami (South Beach) 151 rooms from £160

      Restaurant  -  Tamara Bistro is a popular restaurant Miami, known for fine French fare and seafood
      Swimming Pool  -  Miami's longest pool, over 200 feet long
      Restrictions on children  -  This is an adult-only property
      Spa  -  Poolside cabana spa
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      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 and authentic accents in chrome and dark woods. The atmospheric restaurant serves carefully prepared French cuisine. Gym, spa, bar. See More

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    • Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club Miami (Mid Beach) 357 rooms from £208

      Families  -  Dedicated Kids' Concierge, beach toys, family pool and an excellent range of accommodation make this ideal for a family holiday
      Beach Life  -  Direct access to a large swathe of beach with full towel and beach service including loungers and food & drinks
      Spa  -  K'Alma Spa offers a wide range of holistic treatments (Custom created "Spa Journeys") using gorgeous Caudalie products
      Swimming Pool  -  Two outdoor pools one adults only and one for the whole family
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      An Art-Deco family friendly ocean front hotel with a laid back European vibe. Chic, all-white rooms and suites, have a nautical feel with pops of blues, and floor to ceiling windows offer fabulous views. Plus there's an Italian restaurant, direct beach access with full service and two pools. Superb! See More

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    • Ritz Carlton Key Biscayne Miami (Key Biscayne) 450 rooms from £229

      Families  -  A host of activities offered for all the family including kayaking and tennis plus there is a superb kids club
      Spa breaks  -  The spa specialises in luxurious treatments from the West Indies, focusing on healing the mind and body
      On an island  -  The resort is situated on a five-mile barrier island, a short drive across the Rickenbacker Causeway
      Sights nearby  -  The resort is nestled between two nature preserves, Crandon Park and Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park
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      An ocean-front family friendly resort located on Key Biscayne island. Elegant rooms have stately décor and large windows while private balconies offer coastal views. Spend a day lounging on the private beach and after indulge at the special eucalyptus steam room. The definition of coastal luxury! See More

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    • Ritz Carlton Coconut Grove Miami (Coconut Grove) 115 rooms from £251

      Sights nearby  -  Lush green spaces to be found at the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden and the Italian villa-inspired Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
      Families  -  Witjh spacious grounds for children to run around in and a well run Kids Club - this is an ideal choice for families
      Spa breaks  -  Spa day packages are avaliable at the spa with treatments including relaxing massages, facials and beauty treatments
      Local exploring  -  Explore Coconut Grove by foot - a hub for artists and travellers since it was first settled in 1825
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      A grand, luxurious hotel-resort in the oldest area of Miami. Large rooms with traditional furnishings and equally large marble bathrooms. Trendy cocktail bar, swimming pool, and vast spa offering indulgent treatments. The kids club is immensely fun yet educational. Perfect for couples' or families. See More

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    • Mandarin Oriental Miami Miami (Brickell) 357 rooms from £324

      Local exploring  -  The hotel is just a quick walk or drive to many of Miami’s most bustling neighbourhoods including Downtown and South Beach
      Spa breaks  -  With tailormade treatments and extensive spa programs that will restore a sense of harmony to your body, mind and soul
      Families  -  Spacious rooms with various services suited to family needs- the pool is not to be missed
      Spa  -  A three-story, waterfront spa uses the ancient traditions of Chinese, Ayurvedic, European, Balinese and Thai cultures
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      A rare and secluded resort only a three-minute drive from downtown Miami. Spacious art-deco style rooms come with marble bathrooms. Enjoy spectacular views of Miami's skyline and Biscayne Bay from a private balcony. Complete with a large pool, exclusive beach access and a fantastic wellness spa. See More

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    • Faena Miami Beach Miami (Mid Beach) 179 rooms from £386

      Foodies  -  With 3 restuarants and a range of cuisines on offer, the Faena boasts exquisite dining options to suit every taste
      Total relaxation  -  The extensive and impressive spa and range of wellness treatments ensure a thouroughly relaxing experience
      Families  -  For a luxury family stay the Faena ticks all the boxes with Kids clubs, baby sitting and more
      Beach Life  -  The Faena is the ideal beach holiday hotel, with a slice of Miami Beach all to itself
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      Offering rich, decadent and luxurious elegance at every turn, with chic late-deco period styling. Gorgeous rooms, a stretch of private beach, three restaurants, and a huge South-American style spa - the Faena is the ideal base for a relaxed and stylish foray into Miami Beach life. See More

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    • Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club Miami (Surfside) 77 rooms from £410

      Families  -  Expect lots of activies for kids such as sandcastle building competitions, poolside entertainment and family excursions
      Restaurant  -  There are four restaurants from casual dining to Italian
      Seaside  -  Ideal for a seaside holiday.
      Kids Club  -  Fully staffed.
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      An historic family-friendly 1930s hotel situated on Miami Beach. Beautifully appointed rooms are all white-on-white style while sea-views from the marble rain-shower are a very nice touch. Delicious Italian Restaurant and a grand champagne bar. Old-school glamour and luxury defined! See More

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    • 1 Hotel South Beach Miami (South Beach) 426 rooms from £675

      Families  -  Kids club on site for the little ones aged 4-12
      Kids Club  -  Kids Club focussed on fun activities centered around learning about nature e.g. nature walks, seashell art and bird feeders
      Restaurant  -  Two on-site restaurants: Beachcraft and The Sand Box
      Swimming Pool  -  Four pools including rooftop pool
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      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. Rooftop bar to watch the Miami skyline, award-winning restaurant, spectacular sea vistas, gym, spa. See More

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Written by Edmund Wise

posted Monday, 22nd August 2022