The 8 Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in Miami

Miami is a wonderful ever-popular destination with its white sand beaches, exclusive shopping, luxury resorts, watersports and buzzing nightlife. And for those of you who can't bear to travel without your four legged friend, you're in luck. There are loads of pet-friendly hotels in Miami - from deluxe seaside resorts to beach-y, vintage boutique hotels. We've scoured the city and come up with a comprehensive collection of what we think are the best pet friendly hotels in Miami. Use our guide and start planning your break.

For families

• Hotel Colonnade Coral Gables is a pet-friendly stay which is also great for the whole family. Upon arrival, pets are welcomed with food and water bowls, and dog-in-room signs. This chic, contemporary hotel is set in a grand, historic building, offering spacious, designer rooms. For real luxury, book one of the suites with a terrace, and be sure to check out the fun, immersive games room!
• The Marlin offers cool, spacious, beach-house-chic rooms, all set within a central, 1930s Art Deco building. Family suites are available, and pets under 9kg are allowed. Families with young kids will find perfection in their policy of not charging children under the age of 2, and the Asian-fusion restaurant is renowned for its fabulous cuisine.
• Cadillac Hotel Beach Club is a great hotel for pets. Right on Miami Beach, set in a stunning Art Deco building, it's a luxury, family-friendly affair offering bright, all-white, nautical-themed rooms. Pets are greeted on arrival with beds, food, bowls, and a pet-friendly city guide. Families will love the family pool, the beach access, the beach toys and the sumptous Italian restaurant. Plus, there's the extensive K'Alma spa, the swimming pool set amid palm trees, and fully equipped gym.

For a City stay

• For a sleek city stay, Epic Hotel wins hands-down. Offering plush, smart rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies, pets are given bedding, bowls and mats at no extra charge. You pay for the incredible views, here, and you get your money's worth: the vistas from the 16th floor waterfront restaurant are breathtaking. Plus you'll find a pampering spa spanning 12,000 square feet. Unbeatable.

Colonial

• The Betsy is so dog friendly, you're allowed to take your dog to their glorious, open-air spa! The sole survivor of Floridian Georgian architecture on Ocean Drive, it's an elegant, colonial affair: light-filled, classic rooms, spacious suites, out front - a lawn of palm trees - and a rooftop lounge perfect for sunbathing. To top it all off, it has an award-winning steakhouse. Unbeatable value, and one of the most pet friendly hotels in Miami.

All out luxury

• Mandarin Oriental Miami will take your breath away. The sunny, spacious, Art Deco rooms are artsy yet homely, all boasting unbeatable views of Biscayne Bay or the Miami skyline. This really is a private sanctuary in the heart of the city: a 3-storey spa, 20,000 square foot private beachfront, and a fantastic Peruvian restaurant. Pets are welcome if they're under 30lbs.
• A the Ritz Carlton Bal Harbour, a resort tower on the tip of North Miami Beach, you see the Atlantic roll and recede before you. This all-out luxury hotel is one of the most pet friendly in Miami. Pets get food, water bowls and homemade treats, plus the direct access to the beach is a god-send. It boasts a $3.5 million art collection, delicious poolside al fresco dining with a contemporary farm-to-table menu. The rooms themselves are chic, simple and full of light.
• 1 Hotel South Beach is a nature-inspired beachside retreat. Offering simple, bright and beach-y rooms with stunning views, and an enormous swimming pool. Pets of up to 25lbs are accepted, and the Kids Club makes it a wonderful place for families. Plus, there's an award-winning restaurant, tropical island bar, and extensive spa.

Still not sure?

• Browse through our list of all the best places to stay in Miami.
• Expand your search to the best places to stay in South 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.

  • Hotel Colonnade Coral Gables Miami (Coral Gables) 157 rooms from £131

    
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    Local exploring  -  The hotel is only steps from world-class shopping, dining and theatres on Miracle Mile

    Lively  -  The work-hard-play-harder types will find this hotel suits their needs

    Swimming Pool  -  Outdoor heated roof-top pool

    Restaurant  -  Recommended.

    

    A luxury hotel set in a grand historic building. Elegant and modern guest rooms feature four-poster beds, contemporary art, indulgent bathrooms, and pool or city views. Enjoy any of the hotel's five restaurants, the roof-top pool, and the simply breathtaking lobby bar. A very glamorous stay! See More

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  • Epic Hotel Miami (Brickell) 411 rooms from £140

    
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    City Style  -  A stylish city-stay offering every service you could want from a hotel located in the heart of downtown Miami

    Business meetings  -  Offers a great range of meeting spaces that attracts corporate and social groups

    Spa  -  12,000 square foot and offers treatments such as massages and facials with views of Miami's city skyline and waterways

    Sights nearby  -  The Wynwood Art District and the Miami Design District are both less than a 20 minute car journey away

    

    A luxury hotel in the heart of downtown Miami. Smart rooms are stylish and minimal with floor-to-ceiling windows and balconies. The 16th-floor waterfront fine-dining at Area 31 is outstanding and the views are even better. Complete with an indulgent spa - this is a sleek city stay. See More

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  • The Marlin Miami (South Beach) 14 rooms from £176

    
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    Restaurant  -  Bází serves Asian classics with a modern twist in a dramatic dining room.

    Seaside  -  Ideal for a seaside holiday.

    

    Centrally located 1930s Art Deco masterpiece that has been tastefully restored. Wooden flooring and neutral colour palette with sophisticated splashes of primary colours. Just steps away from the beach, designer shopping and well know eateries with the option of the in-house Asian fusion restaurant. See More

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  • The Betsy Hotel Miami (South Beach) 61 rooms from £176

    
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    Restaurant  -  BLT Steak, an American steakhosue which won Miami Steakhosue of the Year 2014

    Outstanding location  -  Located directly on Ocean Drive in Miami's South Beach district

    Swimming Pool  -  Secluded outdoor swimming pool, year-round.

    On the beach  -  Direct beach access

    

    Recommended by  -  Mr & Mrs Smith, Small Luxury Hotels

    Hardwood floors, marble bathrooms, original art and fresh flowers create a low-key, refined aura for this beachside hotel. Miami's only open-air rooftop spa, a sheltered outdoor pool, and exclusive and highly-acclaimed BLT steakhouse make your stay memorable - just don't forget to explore Miami too! See More

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

    
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    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

    

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

    
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    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

    

    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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  • Ritz Carlton Bal Harbour Miami (Bal Harbour) 95 rooms from £328

    
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    Artworks  -  $3.5 million original art collection featuring 400 artworks, including paintings, photography and sculptures

    Local exploring  -  Located nearby to the legendary Bal Harbour featuring the area’s top restaurants and luxury shopping

    Families  -  Close to lots of kid friendly sites such as Gator Park and the Children's Museum

    Restaurant  -  Two restaurants, including upscale dining and casually chic poolside alfresco dining

    

    A beautiful resort in North Miami Beach. Elegant rooms provide breathtaking panoramic views of the Atlantic. The restaurant's contemporary farm-to-table menu offers exceptional dining. Relax in the spa, by the amazing elevated pool deck or on the beach in a luxury cabana. A super stay! See More

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

    
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    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

    

    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 Wednesday, 4th September 2024