Best Luxury Hotels In Miami South Beach

South Beach, the iconic neighbourhood of Miami Beach, is a vibrant destination renowned for its stunning Art Deco architecture, white sandy beaches, and electric nightlife. Stretching from South Pointe Park to 23rd Street, this area offers an exciting blend of glamour and relaxation. By day, visitors can bask in the sun on the famous Ocean Drive, stroll through the pastel-coloured Art Deco Historic District, or enjoy outdoor cafes and upscale boutiques. By night, South Beach transforms into a lively scene with world-class restaurants, trendy bars, and pulsating nightclubs. With its mix of culture, luxury, and endless entertainment, South Beach is the ultimate Miami experience. Here are our favourite luxury hotels to stay at in the area.



Miami Beach, Florida

The Miami Beach EDITION

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
AmenitiesLuxury Spa, Outdoor Pools, Michelin-Starred Restaurant, Private Beach Club, Bowling Alley, Ice Skating Rink

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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The Miami Beach EDITION

Miami Beach, Florida

The Setai Miami Beach

Hotel
(5 stars)

The Setai, Miami Beach, a member of Leading Hotels of the World, features 87 Art Deco rooms in the original building, 50 Ocean Suites in the tower, and one exception Penthouse with a pool. Facilities include the Valmont Spa and a Clefs d’Or Chief Concierge. The gardens, punctuated with water pods, sculptures and tropical plants, are where guests will find three temperature-controlled pools, and then the private full-service beach. Dining is led by Executive Chef Vijayudu Veena, and includes the vibrant Jaya restaurant, and on the beach, The Ocean Grill. It is a fusion of intimate, boutique personalised hospitality with the flair and style of one of the best Florida resorts. Staying at The Setai is to experience something truly unique in Miami Beach. This is undeniably a landmark breach resort, yet the landmark architecture and ingenious design creates a welcoming boutique feel that reflects the hotel’s commitment to exclusive, personalised hospitality.

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The Setai Miami Beach

Miami Beach, Florida

Faena Hotel Miami Beach

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
AmenitiesBeachfront Location, Destination Restaurants, Spa & Wellness Programs, Live Music, Butler Service

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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Faena Hotel Miami Beach

Miami Beach, Florida

W South Beach

Hotel
(5 stars)

This hotel occupies an oceanfront space on Collins Avenue and the 22nd Street. It has massive and fun public spaces. The entrance lobby consists of Mongolian fur-covered chairs, huge brass screens, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Damien Hirst artworks on rotation and huge purple leather pouffes among others. The labyrinthine poolscape provides inspired lounging in an exuberant, expansive backyard. In its 408 rooms, there is a more relaxed luxury mood grey and with cool white interiors, chandeliers and mirrored surfaces. Every room has a balcony looking across the beach. There is also a kitchenette, Bliss toiletries, Bose sound system, and a docking station among other amenities. The Dutch and Mr. Chow restaurants offer incredible delicacies, while Living Room provides all the pre-dinner drinks. Wall, on the other hand, is Wall is a hotspot for the late-night revelry.


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