Combining a '70s hippie vibe with thoughtful design, The Freehand is a hostel for sophisticated young travelers who care about style, atmosphere, and a good party. This welcoming property offers a range of rooms from an eight-person dorm to private bungalows. The bar scene is renowned, drawing locals along with visitors for DJ-spun tunes and artisanal cocktails. Look for other digs if a solid night's sleep is more important than socializing, as the revelry often continues into the wee hours.
Combining a '70s hippie vibe with thoughtful design, The Freehand is a hostel for sophisticated young travelers who care about style, atmosphere, and a good party. This welcoming property offers a range of rooms from an eight-person dorm to private bungalows. The bar scene is renowned, drawing locals along with visitors for DJ-spun tunes and artisanal cocktails. Look for other digs if a solid night's sleep is more important than socializing, as the revelry often continues into the wee hours.
The historic 34-room Cadet -- Clark Gable's World War II home base -- offers a different type of South Beach experience. The Art Deco oasis has a vibe that's more bed-and-breakfast quaint than SoBe cool. A number of charming little touches (welcome fruit, lovely garden, personalized notes, nighttime chocolates) compensate for the lack of ocean views and party scene. For a beachfront boutique, consider the Townhouse Hotel.
The historic 34-room Cadet -- Clark Gable's World War II home base -- offers a different type of South Beach experience. The Art Deco oasis has a vibe that's more bed-and-breakfast quaint than SoBe cool. A number of charming little touches (welcome fruit, lovely garden, personalized notes, nighttime chocolates) compensate for the lack of ocean views and party scene. For a beachfront boutique, consider the Townhouse Hotel.
The stylish, off-the-beach Mondrian South Beach may lack the hyped-up clubber-clientele of its South Beach siblings, the Delano and Shore Club, but its still a party-centric pick. Its 335 rooms have modern beach-house-meets-nightclub decor, kitchenettes, and bathrooms with beautifully tiled rainfall showers and Malin + Goetz beauty products. The indoor/indoor Mondrian Bar and weekend pool parties draw well-heeled singles. Dream South Beach is a similarly hip party hotel on the other side of South Beach -- literally a one-minute walk from the beach.
The stylish, off-the-beach Mondrian South Beach may lack the hyped-up clubber-clientele of its South Beach siblings, the Delano and Shore Club, but its still a party-centric pick. Its 335 rooms have modern beach-house-meets-nightclub decor, kitchenettes, and bathrooms with beautifully tiled rainfall showers and Malin + Goetz beauty products. The indoor/indoor Mondrian Bar and weekend pool parties draw well-heeled singles. Dream South Beach is a similarly hip party hotel on the other side of South Beach -- literally a one-minute walk from the beach.
1818 Meridian House is conveniently situated across from the Miami Beach Convention Center and just two blocks from Lincoln Road, a pedestrian street filled with shops, cafes, and bars. Remodeled in 2013, the upper-middle-range hotel has 25 bright rooms with sleek furnishings and kitchenettes. Though there aren't many on-site features here, there is a pretty outdoor courtyard where guests can enjoy the fresh air. Travelers seeking accommodations for Art Basel may need to reserve a room a year in advance. Those who don't need to be quite as near to the action may also want to check out Sobe You Bed & Breakfast, a tranquil mid-range property with an outdoor pool and a free cooked-to-order breakfast.
1818 Meridian House is conveniently situated across from the Miami Beach Convention Center and just two blocks from Lincoln Road, a pedestrian street filled with shops, cafes, and bars. Remodeled in 2013, the upper-middle-range hotel has 25 bright rooms with sleek furnishings and kitchenettes. Though there aren't many on-site features here, there is a pretty outdoor courtyard where guests can enjoy the fresh air. Travelers seeking accommodations for Art Basel may need to reserve a room a year in advance. Those who don't need to be quite as near to the action may also want to check out Sobe You Bed & Breakfast, a tranquil mid-range property with an outdoor pool and a free cooked-to-order breakfast.
The 104-room Hotel Croydon is a competitively priced, upscale property located in Mid-Beach, north of popular South Beach. This stylish property offers panoramic views from a rooftop sundeck, a trendy tavern with indoor and outdoor seating, and a modern gym and spa. The beach is a short walk away, and there's an outdoor pool with chic lounge chairs on-site. The rooms are stylish and modern; some have sea views. There is a hip boutique on-site and Wi-Fi is free throughout. South Beach is not within easy walking distance; those who prefer to be closer to the action may want to consider the Riviera Hotel & Suites South Beach, which is often around the same price.
The 104-room Hotel Croydon is a competitively priced, upscale property located in Mid-Beach, north of popular South Beach. This stylish property offers panoramic views from a rooftop sundeck, a trendy tavern with indoor and outdoor seating, and a modern gym and spa. The beach is a short walk away, and there's an outdoor pool with chic lounge chairs on-site. The rooms are stylish and modern; some have sea views. There is a hip boutique on-site and Wi-Fi is free throughout. South Beach is not within easy walking distance; those who prefer to be closer to the action may want to consider the Riviera Hotel & Suites South Beach, which is often around the same price.
The 54-room Beach Park Hotel is a mid-range property with affordable rates right off Ocean Avenue in the Art Deco Historic District of South Beach. Rooms were renovated in 2017 and feature a contemporary Art Deco look, AC flat-screens, and mini-fridges, though the rest of the hotel maintains a classic Spanish look inside and out. There's no pool here, but a daily resort fee covers things like beach gear and Wi-Fi (but not parking). A third-party restaurant is on the ground level, plus numerous eateries and shops are nearby. The reasonable rates, location across the street from the beach, and lovely rooms are popular with young travelers looking for a place to crash between partying. Those wanting a similarly priced option with a more features may prefer the Bentley Hotel one block south.
The 54-room Beach Park Hotel is a mid-range property with affordable rates right off Ocean Avenue in the Art Deco Historic District of South Beach. Rooms were renovated in 2017 and feature a contemporary Art Deco look, AC flat-screens, and mini-fridges, though the rest of the hotel maintains a classic Spanish look inside and out. There's no pool here, but a daily resort fee covers things like beach gear and Wi-Fi (but not parking). A third-party restaurant is on the ground level, plus numerous eateries and shops are nearby. The reasonable rates, location across the street from the beach, and lovely rooms are popular with young travelers looking for a place to crash between partying. Those wanting a similarly priced option with a more features may prefer the Bentley Hotel one block south.
Built in 1936, the Nassau Suite Hotel -- a mid-range property with 22 suites over three floors -- is a registered National Historic Landmark with an updated interior. The large, modern studios and one-bedroom suites have open floor plans with full kitchens, walk-in closets, dining areas, modern bathrooms, and sitting areas in most. The low-key hotel also has a business center, fitness room, and small movie theater; free breakfast and beach chairs and umbrellas to borrow are included. Just a short walk from the beach, the Nassau Suite Hotel isn’t the most glamorous of Miami hotels, but the rooms are comfortable. The Circa 39 hotel, a 10-minute drive away, has cheaper rates and the added advantage of an outdoor pool.
Built in 1936, the Nassau Suite Hotel -- a mid-range property with 22 suites over three floors -- is a registered National Historic Landmark with an updated interior. The large, modern studios and one-bedroom suites have open floor plans with full kitchens, walk-in closets, dining areas, modern bathrooms, and sitting areas in most. The low-key hotel also has a business center, fitness room, and small movie theater; free breakfast and beach chairs and umbrellas to borrow are included. Just a short walk from the beach, the Nassau Suite Hotel isn’t the most glamorous of Miami hotels, but the rooms are comfortable. The Circa 39 hotel, a 10-minute drive away, has cheaper rates and the added advantage of an outdoor pool.
The Princess Ann Hotel is a 45-room boutique property in the heart of Miami's South Beach, a five-minute walk to the water. In a plain building of butter-yellow stucco, this two-pearl hotel offers a free breakfast and tidy and basic rooms with microwaves for those looking for an affordable place to sleep and change clothes. It can be noisy and guests have noted that the sometimes raucous atmosphere is not necessarily appropriate for young children. For a hip, communal vibe, visitors to South Beach could also look into the Posh South Beach hostel, a budget-friendly property with a pool.
The Princess Ann Hotel is a 45-room boutique property in the heart of Miami's South Beach, a five-minute walk to the water. In a plain building of butter-yellow stucco, this two-pearl hotel offers a free breakfast and tidy and basic rooms with microwaves for those looking for an affordable place to sleep and change clothes. It can be noisy and guests have noted that the sometimes raucous atmosphere is not necessarily appropriate for young children. For a hip, communal vibe, visitors to South Beach could also look into the Posh South Beach hostel, a budget-friendly property with a pool.
The Lorraine Hotel is a clean and basic budget property with a great location on the corner of Collins Avenue, a few minutes' walk from the sand and just north of the South Beach action. The 42 rooms are clean and bright and feature mini-fridges and microwaves; they were renovated in 2016. Features include free Wi-Fi, free continental breakfast on a terrace, and free airport-pickup service -- but there's no pool. This is a good option for travelers seeking value, simple comforts, and convenience. Those who would prefer to be a bit closer to the South Beach party scene might want to compare rates with the mid-range Hotel Shelly, which is often not much pricier.
The Lorraine Hotel is a clean and basic budget property with a great location on the corner of Collins Avenue, a few minutes' walk from the sand and just north of the South Beach action. The 42 rooms are clean and bright and feature mini-fridges and microwaves; they were renovated in 2016. Features include free Wi-Fi, free continental breakfast on a terrace, and free airport-pickup service -- but there's no pool. This is a good option for travelers seeking value, simple comforts, and convenience. Those who would prefer to be a bit closer to the South Beach party scene might want to compare rates with the mid-range Hotel Shelly, which is often not much pricier.
Small and unpretentious, the budget-friendly La Flora is not for those seeking the glitzy South Beach style of nearby hotels. But if a central location, friendly staff, and good value are key considerations, this unfussy boutique hotel more than delivers. La Flora offers a basic free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free welcome cocktail in its lobby bar. Bustling Ocean Drive and the beach are a short walk away, as are many of the area's hottest restaurants, boutiques and clubs. While simply furnished, rooms are clean, bright and adequate in size, and some feature kitchenettes.
Small and unpretentious, the budget-friendly La Flora is not for those seeking the glitzy South Beach style of nearby hotels. But if a central location, friendly staff, and good value are key considerations, this unfussy boutique hotel more than delivers. La Flora offers a basic free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free welcome cocktail in its lobby bar. Bustling Ocean Drive and the beach are a short walk away, as are many of the area's hottest restaurants, boutiques and clubs. While simply furnished, rooms are clean, bright and adequate in size, and some feature kitchenettes.