The upscale Hotel Victor has a polished, beach-house ambience, and its 91 guest rooms are kitted out in a sharp blend of natural fabrics and stylish unfinished wood. Located right on wild Ocean Drive, the hotel has a low-key outdoor pool and views of the beach across the street. There's a coed hammam and private treatment rooms in the spa, plus two on-site restaurants, including a sushi bar. A daily resort fee covers use of beach towels, access to the spa, and fitness center. For a less expensive option, the Riviera Hotel & Suites South Beach has a more thoroughly boutique vibe with Latin flair plus a free evening cocktail hour.
The upscale Hotel Victor has a polished, beach-house ambience, and its 91 guest rooms are kitted out in a sharp blend of natural fabrics and stylish unfinished wood. Located right on wild Ocean Drive, the hotel has a low-key outdoor pool and views of the beach across the street. There's a coed hammam and private treatment rooms in the spa, plus two on-site restaurants, including a sushi bar. A daily resort fee covers use of beach towels, access to the spa, and fitness center. For a less expensive option, the Riviera Hotel & Suites South Beach has a more thoroughly boutique vibe with Latin flair plus a free evening cocktail hour.
The 190-room Catalina Hotel is an upper-middle-range property comprised of three retro buildings on Collins Avenue, across from the beach. Funky, trendy interiors attract young partygoers who cool off at the rooftop pool, under misters at the poolside bar, and in the bamboo garden pool. Two hip restaurants offer street side dining and popular among guests are fours bars, including a happy hour with free drinks. Stylish rooms feature colorful decor, flat-screen TVs, and minibars, and upgraded rooms have sitting areas. Travelers seeking an on-site gym and spa, however, may want to compare prices with those at the Mondrian South Beach.
The 190-room Catalina Hotel is an upper-middle-range property comprised of three retro buildings on Collins Avenue, across from the beach. Funky, trendy interiors attract young partygoers who cool off at the rooftop pool, under misters at the poolside bar, and in the bamboo garden pool. Two hip restaurants offer street side dining and popular among guests are fours bars, including a happy hour with free drinks. Stylish rooms feature colorful decor, flat-screen TVs, and minibars, and upgraded rooms have sitting areas. Travelers seeking an on-site gym and spa, however, may want to compare prices with those at the Mondrian South Beach.
The luxurious, 426-room 1 Hotel South Beach in Miami Beach opened in March 2015 after a complete renovation (it was formerly Perry South Beach, and the Gansevoort Miami Beach before that). The 1 Hotel brand is extremely eco-conscious and the entire hotel has environment-friendly features including salvaged wood, hemp mattresses, and take-home socks instead of disposable slippers. Top-notch amenities include direct beach access; four pools, including one on the roof; three bars and fine-dining restaurant; fitness center; event spaces; and Tesla car service within a three-mile radius. The property is relaxed, so if you're looking for a bigger party vibe, check out the nearby Delano or The Confidante.
The luxurious, 426-room 1 Hotel South Beach in Miami Beach opened in March 2015 after a complete renovation (it was formerly Perry South Beach, and the Gansevoort Miami Beach before that). The 1 Hotel brand is extremely eco-conscious and the entire hotel has environment-friendly features including salvaged wood, hemp mattresses, and take-home socks instead of disposable slippers. Top-notch amenities include direct beach access; four pools, including one on the roof; three bars and fine-dining restaurant; fitness center; event spaces; and Tesla car service within a three-mile radius. The property is relaxed, so if you're looking for a bigger party vibe, check out the nearby Delano or The Confidante.
The upper-middle-range Pelican Hotel is a boutique property set in a classic piece of Miami Modern architecture and owned by Italian fashion brand Diesel. Its the quirky and kitsch interiors that really steal the show, brimming with hand-picked one-offs and retro props that make this one of Miami's most original hotels. Although some are starting to look a little shabby, the 30 themed guest rooms are witty and fun with genuine vintage antiques; some offer ocean views though most overlook neighboring buildings. While facilities are limited, the street-front cafe and bar are popular and buzzy, plus free cocktails can help guests get in the mood. If lack of pool is a deal breaker, however, check out the more minimalist, party-focused Shore Club hotel up the coast.
The upper-middle-range Pelican Hotel is a boutique property set in a classic piece of Miami Modern architecture and owned by Italian fashion brand Diesel. Its the quirky and kitsch interiors that really steal the show, brimming with hand-picked one-offs and retro props that make this one of Miami's most original hotels. Although some are starting to look a little shabby, the 30 themed guest rooms are witty and fun with genuine vintage antiques; some offer ocean views though most overlook neighboring buildings. While facilities are limited, the street-front cafe and bar are popular and buzzy, plus free cocktails can help guests get in the mood. If lack of pool is a deal breaker, however, check out the more minimalist, party-focused Shore Club hotel up the coast.
Relaxed and private (rare for South Beach), the Metropole draws families and low-key groups to a quieter, shopping-focused street one block away from the beachside party scene. Well-equipped apartment-style rooms come with full kitchens and private bedrooms, though they're showing some minor wear. The hotel has free Wi-Fi, a free hour of drinks at sister property, and a pet-friendly policy, but lacks other amenities -- there's no gym and just a tiny, shallow pool. For a property with more amenities, the nearby Savoy Hotel is a solid pick with suite-style rooms as well.
Relaxed and private (rare for South Beach), the Metropole draws families and low-key groups to a quieter, shopping-focused street one block away from the beachside party scene. Well-equipped apartment-style rooms come with full kitchens and private bedrooms, though they're showing some minor wear. The hotel has free Wi-Fi, a free hour of drinks at sister property, and a pet-friendly policy, but lacks other amenities -- there's no gym and just a tiny, shallow pool. For a property with more amenities, the nearby Savoy Hotel is a solid pick with suite-style rooms as well.
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 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.