Miami Beach, an island in the southeastern United States, has tropical weather throughout the year. This makes it an ideal location for enjoying water sports such as parasailing, flyboarding, windsurfing, tubing, jet skiing and paddle boarding. Miami Beach has more than 800 art deco buildings, which feature geometric shapes and vibrant colours dating back to the 1920s and 1930s. It also has Miami Modern buildings constructed between the 1940s and 1960s, which are characterised by asymmetry and murals. You can visit museums such as The Bass Museum of Art, Wolfsonian, Museum of Illusions, the World Erotic Art Museum, and the Holocaust Memorial. In case you wish to unwind, the luxury hotels of Miami Beach have amenities such as spas, private beaches and rooftop pools. Keep reading to learn more about the best luxury hotels in Miami Beach, Florida.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to luxury services and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Hotel South Beach (from USD 999)
Luxurious but worth every penny. Valet parking only. Electric car charging not available.
Efficient elevators, eco-friendly, spacious and clean rooms, beachfront location, rooftop pool.
Beautiful location close to the beach, with a great view and easy access to pools and the beach.
In-hotel dining offers excellent food, but can be expensive. Good breakfast and rooftop bar.
1 Hotel South Beach is 200 m (656 ft) away from the Miami Beach. You can start your day by reading any of the 2600 newspapers and magazines loaded on the tablets provided in each room. Then, you can head to the rooftop pool to enjoy views of Miami or the pools on site.
The hotel offers complimentary yoga classes, pilates sessions, and kick-boxing for guests. You can get your hair cut, curled or dyed at the Oren Salon. At the Bamford Wellness Spa, you can book treatments, such as sugar scrub, oxygen facial, rose quartz facial or red light therapy to rejuvenate yourself. The hotel has six restaurants serving a smorgasbord of cuisines from Mediterranean to America, meaning you won’t go hungry here.
1 Hotel South Beach
Address: 2341 Collins Avenue, South Beach, Miami Beach (FL), United States, 33139
2.06 km (1.3 mi) from Lummus Park
2. The Betsy Hotel, South Beach (from USD 577)
Varied pricing, with premium room options available at a higher cost
Two pools, beach access, live piano, rooftop bar, and free snacks in the lobby
Prime South Beach location, close to the beach, park, and central to attractions
Delicious restaurant options, but some guests found prices high for food and drinks
The Betsy Hotel, South Beach, is within walking distance of the beach. All guest rooms have original works of art, walnut flooring and marble bathrooms. The library, courtyards, rooftops and balconies offer a distraction-free work environment. You can attend complimentary yoga classes, or lift weights and exercise on Peloton bikes at the gym. In case you are tired, you can opt for facials, massages or body scrubs at the rooftop spa or relax at the outdoor pool on the rooftop or the courtyard.
You can order food from the in-house restaurants through text, and it can be delivered anywhere on the property. The on-site LT Steak & Seafood serves American fare, while The Alley specialises in Italian fare. The hotel arranges daily music performances, regular book reading and poem recitals.
The Betsy Hotel, South Beach
Address: 1440 Ocean Drive
617 meters (0.4 ft) from Lummus Park
3. SLS South Beach (from USD 499)
SLS South Beach is 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from the Miami Beach Convention Centre. The room designs are inspired by the taste of the 18th-century French aristocracy. It has two restaurant — The Bazaar serves Spanish cuisine, and Katsuya serves Japanese fare. The hotel has 2322 sqm (25,000 sq. ft.) of meeting space where you can arrange personal or professional events for up to 250 guests.
You can swim in the outdoor pools or exercise on the treadmills and Peloton Bikes in the fitness centre. Bicycles and kayaks are available for rent, should you wish to explore the surrounding area. The hotel allows pets for an additional charge.
SLS South Beach
Address: 1701 Collins Avenue
1.3 km (0.9 mi) from Lummus Park
4. Riu Plaza Miami Beach (from USD 255)
Riu Plaza Miami Beach is located 150 m (492 ft) away from the beach, and some of its rooms have an ocean view. All its rooms have light-coloured furnishings and large windows. Plus, each unit is equipped with a mini-refrigerator and coffee maker. The hotel has a gym where you can work out on stationary bikes or treadmills. The hotel can arrange golf, tennis, water skiing and windsurfing activities for active guests.
You can buy a sandwich or pizza from the Alligator Snack Bar and enjoy it on a lounge chair or hammock beside the pool. If you are still hungry, the Florida restaurant offers a buffet dinner.
Riu Plaza Miami Beach
Address: 3101 Collins Avenue
2.94 km (1.9 mi) from Lummus Park
5. The Palms Hotel & Spa (from USD 349)
High food and drink prices, pricey valet parking, but worth it for lovely hotel
Beautiful beach and boardwalk location, lovely pool and facilities, free beach service
Great access to beach, short walk to restaurants and South Beach area, close to airport
Great breakfast, fabulous staff, but high prices for dinner and limited menu
The Palms Hotel & Spa is 2.6 km (1.6 mi) away from the Lincoln Road Mall, where you can shop, dine and watch movies. If you do not feel like going out, you can enjoy meals at the rooftop restaurant or pass the time near the swimming pool in the middle of the garden. The hotel has a gym containing modern equipment such as elliptical trainers, treadmills and stationary bikes. Yoga and meditation sessions are held daily.
If you are tired, you can opt for treatments such as stress-fix body massage, tropical island signature massage, Thai therapy and botanical skin resurfacing facial in the cabanas or treatment rooms at the spa.
The Palms Hotel & Spa
Address: 3025 Collins Avenue
2.86 km (1.8 mi) from Lummus Park
6. The Miami Beach EDITION (from USD 759)
High prices for food and drinks, but amenities and service justify cost.
Spacious, modern rooms, two pools, beach access, ice skating, bowling, and gym.
Excellent beachfront location with easy access to attractions and activities.
Wide variety of dining options, but some find prices high for the quality.
The Miami Beach EDITION offers personalised service and has rooms, suites and even private bungalows with city, pool or ocean views. It has an on-site ice skating rink and a bowling alley. If you wish to relax after swimming in the outdoor pool or the sea, you can play table tennis, watch a movie at the outdoor theatre, or enjoy a nap on the hammocks or beds at the Sandbox.
If you are a fitness enthusiast, you can visit the on-site gym containing cardio and weight training equipment or attend yoga, pilates, and beach sculpt classes organised by the hotel. Two of its restaurants, Matador Room and Matador Terrace, serve Latin American cuisine. Tropicale, Market at Edition and Basement Bowl serve international dishes.
At the spa, you can get your body scrubbed with 24K gold or coconuts, massaged with sticks and stones, or have a facial with vitamin C and collagen.
The Miami Beach EDITION
Address: 2901 Collins Avenue
2.74 km (1.7 mi) from Lummus Park
7. Carillon Miami Wellness Resort (from USD 637)
High prices for limited dining and amenities, with inconsistent service.
Spacious rooms, beach and pool service, spa treatments, but limited fitness classes.
Excellent beachfront location with easy access to the beach and great views.
Limited and overpriced dining options, with some disappointing restaurant experiences.
Carillon Miami Wellness Resort has a private beach, four pools and four hot tubs. It has one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments with a bathtub, a private kitchen, and floor-to-ceiling windows. You can exercise on the cardio and strength training equipment in the gym or join the group classes of Zumba, boxing, swimming, aqua aerobics and meditation.
The spa has a multi-function cabin, which has a heated water mattress, steam bath, aromatherapy and jet showers. You can also opt for unconventional treatments, such as Salt Float Bath Therapy to reduce muscle pain and increase blood circulation, Whole Body Cryotherapy to remove fatigue and inflammation, and Soli-Lite, which uses light to treat acne and stretch marks.
Carillon Miami Wellness Resort
Address: 6801 Collins Avenue
8.05 km (5.1 mi) from Lummus Park
8. Grand Beach Hotel (from USD 271)
Most of the suites at the Grand Beach Hotel have a balcony, separate seating and sleeping areas, and a television with international channels. You can relax under an umbrella beside the private pool or unwind near the beachside pools. You can also swim in the pool or work out in the fitness centre located on the seventh floor while enjoying panoramic views of the city.
Massages are provided in rooms, beside pools and on the beach. If you are interested, the hotel can arrange tennis, yachting, windsurfing and scuba diving activities. Pets are allowed on the premises for an additional charge.
Grand Beach Hotel
Address: 4835 Collins Avenue
4.93 km (3.1 mi) from Lummus Park
9. Riviera Suites (from USD 118)
Reasonable pricing for the area, with some additional charges for incidentals.
Two pools, rooftop pool with happy hour, clean rooms, and beach towels available.
Convenient location within walking distance to the beach, restaurants, and shopping stores.
On-site restaurant with a Cuban bar, free vodka punch during happy hour.
Riviera Suites is 0.6 km (0.4 mi) away from the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, where you can see orchids, palms and butterflies. All guest rooms have a kitchen, custom furniture and wooden floors. You can clock lengths in the rooftop pool or the swimming pool set in the courtyard. Afterwards, relax in the garden or on the sun deck.
You can try tortillas, burgers, sandwiches and pancakes at the Mas Cuba Restaurant and withdraw money from the on-site ATM. The hotel allows pets if you pay extra.
Riviera Suites
Address: 318 20th Street
1.68 km (1.1 mi) from Lummus Park
10. Hotel Croydon (from USD 166)
Reasonable rates, good value for money, affordable compared to other Miami hotels
Convenient rooftop terrace, clean and spacious rooms, free beach towels, on-site restaurant with happy hour
Close proximity to the beach, easy access to South Beach area, quiet and relaxing mid-beach location
Delicious meals at the hotel's restaurant, convenient dining options, good value for the price
Hotel Croydon is 150 m (492 ft) away from Miami Beach. All the beds in the guest rooms have cooling gel and memory foam so that you can have a good night’s sleep. You can join complimentary yoga classes or exercise on stationary bikes or treadmills at the fitness centre. The spa offers body wraps, massages, facials, body scrubs, and light therapy.
You can try tacos, hummus, pasta, waffles or pancakes at the Tavern restaurant. Pets are allowed on payment of an additional charge.
Hotel Croydon
Address: 3720 Collins Avenue
3.4 km (2.2 mi) from Lummus Park
Enjoy a luxurious vacation in Miami Beach
Miami Beach is a perfect destination for sun-seekers and water sports enthusiasts. To make your stay in this island city memorable, book any of the above listed luxury hotels in Miami Beach, Florida. Each hotel comes with a swimming pool, fitness centre, and spa.
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