Best Luxury Hotels in Miami

Miami truly is a vibrant city that offers lots for the luxury traveller. From the trendy nightlife of South Beach and the colourful bustle of Calle Ocho, to the plush resorts of Miami Beach and the huge shopping opportunities like quirky boutiques of Coconut Grove. Art-deco architecture, buzzing nightlife, a blooming arts scene, an abundance of outdoor pursuits like golf, diving and sailing, plus beautiful sun-kissed beaches mean Miami is the ultimate holiday destination for many. The city is full of inventive cuisine too with European, American and South American influences mixing to create a creative and flourishing culinary scene. When the sun goes down is really when this city comes alive and no visit would be complete without sampling the salsa dance halls or plush rooftop bars. Check out The Luxury Editor’s complete guide to the best hotspots for your stay in Miami.

Florida, Miami, Miami Beach

The Gabriel Miami South Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel
(4 stars)

Located on Ocean Drive, directly across from South Beach, The Gabriel South Beach is a 132-room boutique hotel set across four buildings. Combining midcentury modern design with classic Floridian style, the hotel offers a relaxed yet stylish atmosphere, capturing the essence of Miami’s Art Deco Historic District with a contemporary twist.
The hotel features a lush courtyard pool beside its outdoor eatery, providing a peaceful escape amid the city’s vibrant energy. Guests can also unwind at the glass-bottom pool, an architectural highlight perched six stories above the atrium. Wellness offerings include rooftop yoga classes throughout the week and a fitness centre equipped with free weights and cardio machines.

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Florida, Miami, Miami Beach

The Betsy Hotel

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms Features 61 Rooms & Suites, Including the Royal Ocean View Suite, Betsy Balcony Suite
Amenities Range of Dining Options Including LT Steak & Seafood, Rooftop Pool, Fitness Centre, Pet-friendly Policy
More Located on the quieter end of Ocean Drive, the hotel is a beachfront gem and a cultural hub of South Beach.

Located in South Beach’s Art Deco Historic District, The Betsy is a Michelin Key-recognised, family-owned luxury oceanfront resort that combines historic charm with contemporary style. The boutique property offers 130 elegantly designed rooms and suites. Dining options include LT Steak & Seafood, helmed by award-winning Chef Laurent Tourondel, and The Piano Bar, renowned for its live jazz performances. The hotel’s facilities feature a 3,200-square-foot rooftop complex with a swimming pool, a property library, and nearly 25,000 square feet of event space, making it ideal for gatherings and special occasions. Celebrated as a world-leading literary hotel, The Betsy hosts jazz nine times a week, classical music pop-ups, major art exhibitions, poetry readings, and a renowned artists-in-residence programme, which has welcomed over 1,000 creatives. Its public art installations include The Betsy Orb, an architectural bridge, and The Betsy Poetry Rail, an homage to 12 poets who shaped Miami’s cultural history. The hotel’s philosophy, “Expect no more. This is happiness.”, is inspired by poet Hyam Plutzik, father of owner Jonathan Plutzik, whose literary legacy influences The Betsy’s distinctive approach to hospitality.

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Florida, Miami, Miami Beach

Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, Autograph Collection

Hotel
(4 stars)

Located in Miami Beach’s Mid-Beach district, Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club is a 357-room oceanfront resort on 39th Street and Collins Avenue, offering direct access to the famous Beachwalk. Originally designed by renowned architect Roy F. France in 1940, the hotel underwent a 2018 renovation by Bill Rooney Studio, drawing inspiration from the glamour of the 1940s European Riviera. The preserved Art Deco aesthetic features original terrazzo floors, lush greenery, and a wraparound mezzanine overlooking the elegant lobby. Guests can enjoy The Lobby Bar, perfect for a relaxed drink. Outside, the resort-style family pool, lined with palm trees and Miami pink design elements, offers a vibrant setting, while the adult pool provides a peaceful retreat with private cabanas for relaxation. The hotel also offers direct beach access with full towel and chair service for an enjoyable seaside experience. Dining options include Bungalow Beach Bar & Grill, a charming beachside spot for wine and cocktails, Donna Mare, the hotel’s signature Italian restaurant, and Il Merkato, an Italian market, coffee bar, and gelateria, ideal for a quick snack or espresso.

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Florida, Miami, Miami Beach

Hotel Continental Miami Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel
(4 stars)

Originally established in 1948, the newly renovated Hotel Continental is a 100-room boutique lifestyle hotel in Miami Beach’s Mid-Beach district, blending retro-chic design with modern conveniences. Inspired by Miami’s midcentury charm, the five-story property features curated art, custom furnishings, and thoughtfully designed social spaces. Key highlights include a MiMo-era kidney-shaped pool, the stylish Mixer Lounge, and Divebar, which features a self-pour beverage wall. Guests can also enjoy Piola, the on-site pizzeria serving authentic Italian flavours. A standout feature is the hotel’s private 34-foot Chris-Craft Launch powerboat, available for scenic cruises, intimate gatherings, or sunset charters.

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Florida, Miami, Miami Beach

The Gates Hotel South Beach

Hotel
(4 stars)

Located along the Collins Canal on Collins Avenue, The Gates Hotel South Beach is a 235-room retreat offering a blend of luxury, relaxation, and wellness in the heart of Miami Beach and offers direct beach access. With a focus on art, culture, and self-care, guests can enjoy massages and wellness treatments through a partnership with K’Alma Spa, available in-room or on the third-floor Plunge Deck. The hotel also features an expansive first-floor deck overlooking the pool and canal, complete with custom double-sided cabanas for ultimate relaxation. Just steps from the hotel, guests have easy access to Lincoln Road, the Bass Museum, the Miami Beach Convention Center, and a vibrant selection of dining, shopping, nightlife, and entertainment options.

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Florida, Miami, Coconut Grove

The Mayfair House Hotel & Garden

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 179 Uniquely Decorated Accommodations Each Featuring a Private Terrace
Amenities Mayfair Grill for Southwestern-inspired Cuisine, Sipsip Calypso Rum Bar for Tropical Cocktails & Island-inspired Bites, & Fountain Lounge for intimate Cocktails
More Situated in Miami's original Coconut Grove, Surrounded by Lush Greenery & Close to Dining, Shopping, Parks & attractions

Stay in the city’s colourful Coconut Grove district, within easy reach of the beaches and downtown area. The Mayfair House has many impressive features, including an outdoor atrium garden, an Art Noveau lobby with a mini-rotunda and curved walls, and a pool area, where you can recline on a circular cabana beside an open fire. Of its 179 bedrooms, most have balconies and some have rolltop clawfooted tubs. The colour palette revolves around earth terracottas and turquoise, reflecting Miami’s natural landscapes, while the interior aesthetic blends vintage styling with contemporary flair. Dine at the Grill, and pop into one of the wellness sessions (yoga, meditation and sound baths are available).

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Florida, Miami, Coral Gables

Loews Coral Gables Hotel

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 242 Guestrooms including 23 Elegantly Designed Suites with Luxury Amenities
Amenities Americana Kitchen for American Classics, Americana Bar for Classic Cocktails, Phineas for Latin-inspired Small Plates & Miami Joe Coffee Co
More Central location in Plaza Coral Gables near the Miracle Mile

Located close to the Miracle Mile on a buzzing multi-functional plaza, the Loews Coral Gables Hotel has 242 bedrooms — book one on the higher floors for the best views. Guests can dine and drink at its locally-inspired venues; The Americana Kitchen, The Americana Bar, Miami Joe Coffee Co. and Phineas, an alfresco rooftop lounge nine storeys up. It has a health club featuring Peloton, an outdoor pool with cabanas, 2,787 square metres of meeting space (including an “event lawn”) and a striking, modern aesthetic.

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Florida, Miami, Brickell

Four Seasons Hotel Miami

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 221 Rooms & Suites with City or Bay Views
Amenities Dining includes Edge Steak & Bar & Bahía, Wellness Centre, Sauna & Steam Room, Fitness Centre, Two-Acre Rooftop Pool Terrace, Multiple Pools, Overwater Hammock
More Located on Brickell Avenue

This historic Surf Club on Miami Beach has been renovated owing to the Four Seasons. The original Mediterranean Revival clubhouse has been restored and an additional 12-storey glass tower has been built. All these have made this luxury resort bring a little bit of the Old Florida charm back to Surfside. This resort offers sublime rooms, each with luxurious finishes and a plush white bed. The services and facility are also on point. The dark, atmospheric Shiseido Spa tops among its top facilities. Other facilities include Bar, Beach, Kids’ club, Fitness centre, Laundry, Pool, Parking and Restaurants among others. The food and drinks all offer a great dining experience at this resort. To top it up, the staff is efficient and courteous.

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Florida, Miami, Wynwood Art District

The Arlo Wynwood Hotel

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 217 Rooms & Suites
Amenities Dining includes Sushi by Bou & Higher Ground, 24hr Fitness Centre, Yoga Deck, a Heated Rooftop Pool with Cabanas, Featuring a Rooftop Pool, Fitness centre & Extensive Art Collection
More Located in the Wynwood Arts District

Designed by NBWW Architects and Meyer Davis, this brand-new neighbourhood hotel is a cultural meeting point, as well as a place to stay. Art is a big deal at the property, whose exterior walls are emblazoned by the work of Miami-based artist Hoxxoh and interiors showcase over 250 innovative pieces, including specially commissioned, site-specific work. The building rises nine stories, topped with a rooftop deck that accommodates the pool, private cabanas, a bar, a café and a yoga deck featuring a plexiglass mural. Dine indoors or out, at its 2,666-square-foot restaurant, in MaryGold’s and at its bodega.

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Florida, Miami, Brickell

Mandarin Oriental, Miami

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 326 Rooms & Suites with Balconies or Terraces
Amenities La Mar by Gastn Acurio & Mo Bar + Lounge
More Located on Brickell Key offering Waterfront views

The Mandarin Oriental is situated on a distinctive island, an enclave off the mainland financial district of Miami. This famous five-star property is a real destination resort with a high-end Peruvian restaurant and a world-class spa. It Offers stunning views of the Biscayne Bay, while its outdoor dining venue and lobby bar gratify a buzzing after-work multitude. It’s man-made beach and stylish pool, on the other hand, gives the guests an ideal environment to soak up the sun at the South Beach scene. All the rooms are furnished with luxurious items as well as classic furnishings in moderate tones of cream and honey. The spacious accommodation also includes large terraces and marble bathrooms that have soaking tubs.

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Florida, Miami, Miami Beach

Faena Hotel Miami Beach

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 179 Rooms & Suites with Ocean Views
Amenities Dining includes Los Fuegos by Francis Mallman & Pao by Paul Qui, Ocean Views, 22,000sq-foot Tieera Santa Healing House Spa, Oceanfront Pool, Fitness Centre, Butler Services for Suite Guests
More Located on Miami Beach with Direct Access to Pristine White Sand & Turquoise Waters

Located in the Faena District, this luxury hotel overlooks the Atlantic Ocean. Its look is that of a theatrical fantasia, covered in gold, red and tiger print and dusted with stunning contemporary art. The service and facility are of high standards. There is a fitness centre, a bar, a pool, a steam room, spa and room service among others. The attendants are hospitable while the food and drinks are outstanding. Master chefs at the Los Fuegos restaurant are there to offer great meals while exceptional cocktails are available at the Saxony Bar. This hotel generally offers value for money and is family-friendly.

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Florida, Miami, Miami Beach

The Miami Beach EDITION

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 294 individually Designed Accommodations including 28 Private Bungalows with Terraces & a Rooftop Penthouse
Amenities Dining includes Matador Room by Chef Jean-georges Vongerichten, Luxury Spa, Fitness Centre, Two Ocean-Facing Pools, Entertainment Venues include The Basement
More Located on a 35-acre Beachfront Private Enclave in Mid-beach, the Historic Heart of Miami Beach Between South Beach & North Beach

This hotel occupies a revived mid-century grand dame along the Atlantic Ocean. The design of this hotel toes the line between restrained modernity and sumptuous mid-century glamour with its sprawling, all-white marble lobby. The service and facility are excellent. Some of the facilities include a sauna, laundry, beach, room service and spa. The rooms all maintain their clean lines with some of them having private oceanfront balconies. Bluetooth speakers, as well as data-port connections, are available in every room. Food and drinks are offered by the eminent chef, Jean-Georges Vongerichten. The Matador Room is the place for all the great delicacies.

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