Kent Hotel is a mid-range 1930s Art Deco property set in the center of Miami's buzzing South Beach district. While parts of the hotel feel a little dated, all of its 59 guest rooms have been smartly revamped, with the addition of large TVs, free Wi-Fi, and iPod docks. On-site facilities are otherwise very limited, with little beyond a bar/restaurant set on an outdoor patio. Free loaner beach towels is a nice touch, and the seafront is just a couple blocks away. Overall its buzzy and well-priced, though the Catalina Hotel in South Beach offers a pool and more amenities for slightly higher rates.
Kent Hotel is a mid-range 1930s Art Deco property set in the center of Miami's buzzing South Beach district. While parts of the hotel feel a little dated, all of its 59 guest rooms have been smartly revamped, with the addition of large TVs, free Wi-Fi, and iPod docks. On-site facilities are otherwise very limited, with little beyond a bar/restaurant set on an outdoor patio. Free loaner beach towels is a nice touch, and the seafront is just a couple blocks away. Overall its buzzy and well-priced, though the Catalina Hotel in South Beach offers a pool and more amenities for slightly higher rates.
The three-pearl Penguin Hotel has improved dramatically after a series of renovations and interventions that provided much-needed updates to this old Art Deco building. It's across the street from the beach, and has its own restaurant and bar with outdoor seating that takes advantage of the ocean views. Most of the rooms don't benefit from the same views, but they have streamlined, mostly white decor with a few colorful accents, plus conveniences like mini-fridges and tablets for guests to use. Free continental breakfast is included. Travelers who don't need the on-site dining or close proximity to the beach can find better rooms at similar rates in the nearby El Paseo Hotel.
The three-pearl Penguin Hotel has improved dramatically after a series of renovations and interventions that provided much-needed updates to this old Art Deco building. It's across the street from the beach, and has its own restaurant and bar with outdoor seating that takes advantage of the ocean views. Most of the rooms don't benefit from the same views, but they have streamlined, mostly white decor with a few colorful accents, plus conveniences like mini-fridges and tablets for guests to use. Free continental breakfast is included. Travelers who don't need the on-site dining or close proximity to the beach can find better rooms at similar rates in the nearby El Paseo Hotel.
The Odyssey of South Beach Hotel is a 27-room, mid-range boutique property in South Beach's Art Deco District. Right on Collins Avenue, the hotel is close to the action, a three-minute walk from Ocean Drive and a five-minute walk from the beach. This hotel lack serious amenities -- drinks and souvenirs are available in the lobby, there's seating on the porch, and a free continental breakfast, but that's about it. Rooms and suites, which were updated with the property's 2016 renovation, can be small, but they're clean and tasteful with petite "kitchenettes" (mini-fridges and sinks), flat-screen TVs with HBO, and free Wi-Fi. Bu comparison, the nearby Riviere South Beach Hotel offers similar fare, though suites there have more complete kitchenettes.
The Odyssey of South Beach Hotel is a 27-room, mid-range boutique property in South Beach's Art Deco District. Right on Collins Avenue, the hotel is close to the action, a three-minute walk from Ocean Drive and a five-minute walk from the beach. This hotel lack serious amenities -- drinks and souvenirs are available in the lobby, there's seating on the porch, and a free continental breakfast, but that's about it. Rooms and suites, which were updated with the property's 2016 renovation, can be small, but they're clean and tasteful with petite "kitchenettes" (mini-fridges and sinks), flat-screen TVs with HBO, and free Wi-Fi. Bu comparison, the nearby Riviere South Beach Hotel offers similar fare, though suites there have more complete kitchenettes.
Sense Hotel is a beautiful, upper-middle-range boutique property with a quiet South Beach location that's a block from the beach and within walking distance of shops and stores. The 18 modern rooms have 46-inch flat-screen TVs and minibars, sleek bathrooms, and many have balconies. While there's no fitness center or spa, the hotel has a rooftop terrace with a small pool, and a beautiful restaurant and bar serving Latin-inspired cuisine. Travelers might want to also check out the Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel, a mid-range chain property with smaller rooms but direct beach access, a big pool, and a fitness center.
Sense Hotel is a beautiful, upper-middle-range boutique property with a quiet South Beach location that's a block from the beach and within walking distance of shops and stores. The 18 modern rooms have 46-inch flat-screen TVs and minibars, sleek bathrooms, and many have balconies. While there's no fitness center or spa, the hotel has a rooftop terrace with a small pool, and a beautiful restaurant and bar serving Latin-inspired cuisine. Travelers might want to also check out the Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel, a mid-range chain property with smaller rooms but direct beach access, a big pool, and a fitness center.
The 200-room and residence SeaCoast Suites Hotel is a mid-range beachfront property in Mid-Beach Miami. Despite the modern furniture and contemporary appliances, this mid-range hotel has an overall rundown feel. Direct beach access and apartment-style suites with full-sized kitchens are big draws, but the basic facilities and evident wear leave much to be desired. Suites are spacious and bright, featuring AC, full bathrooms off each bedroom, and furnished balconies (in most) with pleasant views. The daily resort fee covers beach chairs, use of sports courts, Wi-Fi, and the fitness room, but beach umbrellas and parking cost extra. There are also an on-site market, restaurant (with dinner only available on weekends), and small pool area. Travelers seeking a stronger hotel vibe with better features should consider the nearby Alexander All-Suite Oceanfront Resort.
The 200-room and residence SeaCoast Suites Hotel is a mid-range beachfront property in Mid-Beach Miami. Despite the modern furniture and contemporary appliances, this mid-range hotel has an overall rundown feel. Direct beach access and apartment-style suites with full-sized kitchens are big draws, but the basic facilities and evident wear leave much to be desired. Suites are spacious and bright, featuring AC, full bathrooms off each bedroom, and furnished balconies (in most) with pleasant views. The daily resort fee covers beach chairs, use of sports courts, Wi-Fi, and the fitness room, but beach umbrellas and parking cost extra. There are also an on-site market, restaurant (with dinner only available on weekends), and small pool area. Travelers seeking a stronger hotel vibe with better features should consider the nearby Alexander All-Suite Oceanfront Resort.
Still fresh from its 2015 overhaul, the 40-room L Hotel is a solid mid-range boutique option in the Mid-Beach area, a bit far from South Beach nightlife but just a three-minute walk from the beach itself. Rooms are nicely sized and modern with metallic palm-frond printed accent walls and bathrooms with marble sinks and mosaic tiling, plus amenities like minibars and iHome radios, with Deluxe options adding wet bars. Common spaces are limited to a chic lobby lounge, where the free Continental breakfast is served, and a pleasant garden courtyard. However, there's no full-service restaurant, bar, or gym. For retro decor and more amenities, the Circa 39 Hotel adds extras like a pool, restaurant, and gym.
Still fresh from its 2015 overhaul, the 40-room L Hotel is a solid mid-range boutique option in the Mid-Beach area, a bit far from South Beach nightlife but just a three-minute walk from the beach itself. Rooms are nicely sized and modern with metallic palm-frond printed accent walls and bathrooms with marble sinks and mosaic tiling, plus amenities like minibars and iHome radios, with Deluxe options adding wet bars. Common spaces are limited to a chic lobby lounge, where the free Continental breakfast is served, and a pleasant garden courtyard. However, there's no full-service restaurant, bar, or gym. For retro decor and more amenities, the Circa 39 Hotel adds extras like a pool, restaurant, and gym.
The 96-room, mid-range Dorchester Hotel is located in South Beach’s Art Deco historic district, a block from the beach, and guests are free to use the beach club at a neighboring hotel. A low-rise Art Deco-style property surrounded by other deluxe (and famous) hotels, the Dorchester delivers excellent value in a pricey area. Nothing is perfect -- rooms are small and simple, and could use a style shake-up -- but that lack of polish is also reflected in lower rates. The Dorchester’s proximity to the Miami Beach Convention Center, a 10-minute walk away, makes it a good choice for business travelers, as well as tourists. Overall, the hotel is relaxed and warm, if a little worn and dated around the edges. For a three-pearl property with more up-to-date decor, travelers could try the Freehand Miami.
The 96-room, mid-range Dorchester Hotel is located in South Beach’s Art Deco historic district, a block from the beach, and guests are free to use the beach club at a neighboring hotel. A low-rise Art Deco-style property surrounded by other deluxe (and famous) hotels, the Dorchester delivers excellent value in a pricey area. Nothing is perfect -- rooms are small and simple, and could use a style shake-up -- but that lack of polish is also reflected in lower rates. The Dorchester’s proximity to the Miami Beach Convention Center, a 10-minute walk away, makes it a good choice for business travelers, as well as tourists. Overall, the hotel is relaxed and warm, if a little worn and dated around the edges. For a three-pearl property with more up-to-date decor, travelers could try the Freehand Miami.
The 54-room Stiles Hotel is an upper-middle-range boutique hotel in the heart of South Beach, one block from the ocean. Most everything is within walking distance, and the hotel provides chairs and towels for the beach. Rooms are fresh and modern in soothing neutrals with pops of bright yellow. The on-site restaurant is making a name for itself with creative American and French dishes influenced by Eastern cuisine. A lush garden area has space for hanging out to eat, drink, or just relax around three dipping pools. Twenty-something guests interested in partying -- and who'd like to save a few bucks -- may want to look into the Catalina Hotel, which serves free drinks each evening.
The 54-room Stiles Hotel is an upper-middle-range boutique hotel in the heart of South Beach, one block from the ocean. Most everything is within walking distance, and the hotel provides chairs and towels for the beach. Rooms are fresh and modern in soothing neutrals with pops of bright yellow. The on-site restaurant is making a name for itself with creative American and French dishes influenced by Eastern cuisine. A lush garden area has space for hanging out to eat, drink, or just relax around three dipping pools. Twenty-something guests interested in partying -- and who'd like to save a few bucks -- may want to look into the Catalina Hotel, which serves free drinks each evening.
The 48-room, mid-range Edgewater South Beach offers good value for the price compared to its competitors. The location is perfect for beach lovers and those who want to be at the center of the lively SoBe scene, and the spacious rooms and suites come with the convenience of well-equipped kitchenettes. The Edgewater lacks a pool and hot tub, but the basic continental breakfast and evening happy hour are appreciated extras. On the lobby level, an independently operated bar and restaurant with outdoor patio seating attracts lots of foot traffic during the dinner hour. Pets are welcome and a valet will park your car, but both services cost an additional fee.
The 48-room, mid-range Edgewater South Beach offers good value for the price compared to its competitors. The location is perfect for beach lovers and those who want to be at the center of the lively SoBe scene, and the spacious rooms and suites come with the convenience of well-equipped kitchenettes. The Edgewater lacks a pool and hot tub, but the basic continental breakfast and evening happy hour are appreciated extras. On the lobby level, an independently operated bar and restaurant with outdoor patio seating attracts lots of foot traffic during the dinner hour. Pets are welcome and a valet will park your car, but both services cost an additional fee.
The 251-room Palms Hotel and Spa is a peaceful Miami Beach oasis with lush tropical gardens, private beach access, and a long list of on-site amenities including a lounger-lined pool and lovely spa. Stylish rooms are done up in breezy beach decor, with iPod docks, full minibars, and flat-screen TVs, and some suites even have balconies overlooking the sea. However, guests complain about the resort fee -- common among Miami Beach hotels -- that covers gym access, beach towels, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
The 251-room Palms Hotel and Spa is a peaceful Miami Beach oasis with lush tropical gardens, private beach access, and a long list of on-site amenities including a lounger-lined pool and lovely spa. Stylish rooms are done up in breezy beach decor, with iPod docks, full minibars, and flat-screen TVs, and some suites even have balconies overlooking the sea. However, guests complain about the resort fee -- common among Miami Beach hotels -- that covers gym access, beach towels, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.