The 74-room boutique Metropolitan by COMO is a gorgeous Art Deco property from the luxurious COMO brand. The pistachio and gray guest rooms are stylish, and outfitted with modern features like 42-inch flat-screen TVs, Nespresso machines, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel's other amenities include a pretty outdoor pool, beach service, fine-dining restaurant and bar, elegant spa, and rooftop hydrotherapy pool. Service is genuinely friendly and doting, and the hotel attracts an upscale clientele of primarily couples. If you're looking for a calm, relaxing getaway in South Beach, Metropolitan by COMO is the premier pick.
The 74-room boutique Metropolitan by COMO is a gorgeous Art Deco property from the luxurious COMO brand. The pistachio and gray guest rooms are stylish, and outfitted with modern features like 42-inch flat-screen TVs, Nespresso machines, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel's other amenities include a pretty outdoor pool, beach service, fine-dining restaurant and bar, elegant spa, and rooftop hydrotherapy pool. Service is genuinely friendly and doting, and the hotel attracts an upscale clientele of primarily couples. If you're looking for a calm, relaxing getaway in South Beach, Metropolitan by COMO is the premier pick.
Located in the heart of Miami's South Beach Art Deco District, a block from the beach, Dream South Beach is a party-focused upscale hotel with 107 rooms plus a guesthouse that doubles as an event space. Room decor is chic and modern, and all rooms and suites have walk-in rainfall showers. Common spaces include a Mexican restaurant with an impressively extensive tequila list, a spa with a good range of services, and a rooftop infinity pool with a bar that stays open late. While it's a great choice for those looking for a buzzy, stylish scene, it lacks a gym and doesn't offer much for kids; families (and fitness enthusiasts) may want to consider Loews Miami Beach Hotel instead, which offers children's programs and a gym.
Located in the heart of Miami's South Beach Art Deco District, a block from the beach, Dream South Beach is a party-focused upscale hotel with 107 rooms plus a guesthouse that doubles as an event space. Room decor is chic and modern, and all rooms and suites have walk-in rainfall showers. Common spaces include a Mexican restaurant with an impressively extensive tequila list, a spa with a good range of services, and a rooftop infinity pool with a bar that stays open late. While it's a great choice for those looking for a buzzy, stylish scene, it lacks a gym and doesn't offer much for kids; families (and fitness enthusiasts) may want to consider Loews Miami Beach Hotel instead, which offers children's programs and a gym.
Comparable to its next-door neighbor the South Beach Marriott in both price and quality, the Bentley places stately decor (marble floors, fringed drapes) within beachside condo-style suites -- a curious combo. The amenities are nice, but if you're looking for quiet luxury in South Beach, take that $300+ a night and head 15 to 20 blocks northward.
Comparable to its next-door neighbor the South Beach Marriott in both price and quality, the Bentley places stately decor (marble floors, fringed drapes) within beachside condo-style suites -- a curious combo. The amenities are nice, but if you're looking for quiet luxury in South Beach, take that $300+ a night and head 15 to 20 blocks northward.
The Delano's 195 all-white rooms don't come cheap, but you're paying for surreal, Philippe Starck style and all-night parties at the "water salon." To some, its hip factor has been bested by 1 Hotel South Beach or Shore Club, but their style doesn't compare, and good times are still to be had. The heated pool, trendy bar scene, and Agua Spa are added perks, but note that rooms are showing some wear and tear.
The Delano's 195 all-white rooms don't come cheap, but you're paying for surreal, Philippe Starck style and all-night parties at the "water salon." To some, its hip factor has been bested by 1 Hotel South Beach or Shore Club, but their style doesn't compare, and good times are still to be had. The heated pool, trendy bar scene, and Agua Spa are added perks, but note that rooms are showing some wear and tear.
The 2016-opened, 71-room The Meridian Hotel is a stylish and modern mid-range boutique situated in the quiet SoFi neighborhood of Miami, a nine-minute walk to the beach. Minimalist rooms come with showers, upscale toiletries, mini-fridges, and desks, but some wear and cleanliness issues are occasionally present. Some units add furnished balconies and espresso machines, and one has a hot tub. On-site features include a small and narrow plunge pool with an adjacent lounge space, a lobby cafe serving buffet breakfasts, drinks, and casual food. A cozy bar and outdoor terrace are popular spots. There are no spa or fitness center, however, but free coffee, bicycles, access to an area gym, and Wi-Fi are perks. Additionally, guests get free beach loungers and towels nearby. Be aware that noise can be an issue. For something similar closer to South Beach, consider Vintro Hotel.
The 2016-opened, 71-room The Meridian Hotel is a stylish and modern mid-range boutique situated in the quiet SoFi neighborhood of Miami, a nine-minute walk to the beach. Minimalist rooms come with showers, upscale toiletries, mini-fridges, and desks, but some wear and cleanliness issues are occasionally present. Some units add furnished balconies and espresso machines, and one has a hot tub. On-site features include a small and narrow plunge pool with an adjacent lounge space, a lobby cafe serving buffet breakfasts, drinks, and casual food. A cozy bar and outdoor terrace are popular spots. There are no spa or fitness center, however, but free coffee, bicycles, access to an area gym, and Wi-Fi are perks. Additionally, guests get free beach loungers and towels nearby. Be aware that noise can be an issue. For something similar closer to South Beach, consider Vintro Hotel.
The 52-room Riviera Suites in Miami Beach is a modern and funky boutique with lots of tropical charm and Latin flavor, along with a Cuban restaurant and landscaped swimming pool. The two-building hotel is located two blocks from the beach and both luxurious Ocean Drive and the scene on Collins Avenue are within easy walking distance. Rooms are modern and hip with big flat-screen TVs and nicely stocked minibars, but rooms facing the Morenos restaurant/bar may get noisy at night.
The 52-room Riviera Suites in Miami Beach is a modern and funky boutique with lots of tropical charm and Latin flavor, along with a Cuban restaurant and landscaped swimming pool. The two-building hotel is located two blocks from the beach and both luxurious Ocean Drive and the scene on Collins Avenue are within easy walking distance. Rooms are modern and hip with big flat-screen TVs and nicely stocked minibars, but rooms facing the Morenos restaurant/bar may get noisy at night.
The Fashion Boutique Hotel underwent mild renovations in 2016, but remains a 48-room, mid-range concept hotel on the south end of South Beach. The changes included sprucing up the terrace and adding a rooftop deck. Otherwise, the property lacks common on-site amenities like a restaurant, bar, and gym, though a continental breakfast is offered for an extra fee. The property's best features are its statement-making decor and proximity to the beach and clubs. All units have AC, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and iPod docks, though they're small, and past guests have complained about noise. Travelers looking for upscale digs in the pulsing heart of South Beach might consider Angler's Miami South Beach, a Kimpton Hotel.
The Fashion Boutique Hotel underwent mild renovations in 2016, but remains a 48-room, mid-range concept hotel on the south end of South Beach. The changes included sprucing up the terrace and adding a rooftop deck. Otherwise, the property lacks common on-site amenities like a restaurant, bar, and gym, though a continental breakfast is offered for an extra fee. The property's best features are its statement-making decor and proximity to the beach and clubs. All units have AC, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and iPod docks, though they're small, and past guests have complained about noise. Travelers looking for upscale digs in the pulsing heart of South Beach might consider Angler's Miami South Beach, a Kimpton Hotel.
The upscale, all-suite Sagamore is a self-proclaimed “art hotel” in a prime beachside SoBe location. Its 93 spacious suites have jetted tubs and kitchenettes and many have lovely ocean views, but the cheapest lack balconies. There’s an attractive outdoor pool, dated gym, and spa, plus a popular all-day international restaurant and two bars. The breakfast buffet (costs extra) gets mixed reviews. Beware of resort fees for patchy Wi-Fi and beach chairs, plus steep charges for valet parking, parasols, and cabanas. The best reason to stay here is for direct access to world famous South Beach. Next door, the slightly pricier Delano South Beach Hotel has direct beach access, chicer rooms, and a huge infinity pool.
The upscale, all-suite Sagamore is a self-proclaimed “art hotel” in a prime beachside SoBe location. Its 93 spacious suites have jetted tubs and kitchenettes and many have lovely ocean views, but the cheapest lack balconies. There’s an attractive outdoor pool, dated gym, and spa, plus a popular all-day international restaurant and two bars. The breakfast buffet (costs extra) gets mixed reviews. Beware of resort fees for patchy Wi-Fi and beach chairs, plus steep charges for valet parking, parasols, and cabanas. The best reason to stay here is for direct access to world famous South Beach. Next door, the slightly pricier Delano South Beach Hotel has direct beach access, chicer rooms, and a huge infinity pool.
The 80-room Parisian Hotel & Suites is a budget hotel with a great location in the heart of South Beach. It's only a block off of famed Ocean Drive, and the beach is also only a block away. Excepting its location and bargain rates, the hotel has little going for it. Rooms are dated and poorly maintained, and there are few services offered. The free breakfast is usually little more than coffee and a packaged pastry, and guests have reported it simply not being provided on occasion. Travelers looking for an affordable hotel in South Beach may want to look into the Kent Hotel as an alternative to this one.
The 80-room Parisian Hotel & Suites is a budget hotel with a great location in the heart of South Beach. It's only a block off of famed Ocean Drive, and the beach is also only a block away. Excepting its location and bargain rates, the hotel has little going for it. Rooms are dated and poorly maintained, and there are few services offered. The free breakfast is usually little more than coffee and a packaged pastry, and guests have reported it simply not being provided on occasion. Travelers looking for an affordable hotel in South Beach may want to look into the Kent Hotel as an alternative to this one.
The upscale Kaskades Suites at Gale South Beach is next door to its sister property, one block from Collins Avenue. The 25 suites don't actually have separate rooms, but they all have a living area, high-tech amenities like a steam shower, and stylish decor. The rooftop has a small plunge pool and loungers, and guests are free to use the pool and fitness center at Gale South Beach. Service at the beach, a restaurant and bar across the street, and free Wi-Fi add to the value. For guests that want the amenities of Gale but larger rooms and a quieter home base, the Kaskades Suites is a great pick.
The upscale Kaskades Suites at Gale South Beach is next door to its sister property, one block from Collins Avenue. The 25 suites don't actually have separate rooms, but they all have a living area, high-tech amenities like a steam shower, and stylish decor. The rooftop has a small plunge pool and loungers, and guests are free to use the pool and fitness center at Gale South Beach. Service at the beach, a restaurant and bar across the street, and free Wi-Fi add to the value. For guests that want the amenities of Gale but larger rooms and a quieter home base, the Kaskades Suites is a great pick.