Best Luxury Hotels in Florida

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.

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.

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.

This 54-storey tower situated in downtown Miami comes offers sweeping views of the Biscayne Bay and Miami River. It features London transplant Zuma for a fine Japanese dining. On the 16th-floor pool deck is chocked with amenities consisting of the Exhale Spa and two angular infinity pools. The 411 suites and rooms each has a private balcony, floor-to-ceiling windows, honey-coloured wood furniture and sumptuous bedding.

This hotel is located at the northern tip of Miami Beach. This 227-room hotel offers unrivalled service and amenities which includes a fitness centre, a bar, child care services and room service among others. The interiors consist of high ceilings, enormous crystal chandeliers and glass walls. The beach villas have their own butler and each villa has its own wet bar, bathroom, dining patio and indoor lounge. There is serves lunch and dinner throughout the week while the Wine Vault and St Regis Bar offer tea, cocktails and evening music events. This hotel offers access for guests with disabilities, it is family-friendly and offers great value for your cash.

The 5-star hotel is an excellent choice for a luxury holiday in Miami. Guest rooms and suites offer modern interiors designed in the Hollywood Regency style and feature floor-to-ceiling windows presenting beautiful views across the city or Miami River. The hotel’s 15th floor is the place to bask in the sunshine, splash in the pool or enjoy a sociable cocktail or two. The hotel’s signature restaurant serves a truly international menu with a backdrop of panoramic Miami views. Hotel guests can also take full advantage of the state-of-the-art fitness centre or indulge in superb spa services at Icon Brickell Spa. The hotel’s convenient location means guests can easily access many of the local Miami attractions too.

The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami a luxurious, five-star resort located in the upscale Bal Harbour neighbourhood. The hotel offers 95 spacious guest rooms and suites, each with floor-to-ceiling windows and private terraces that provide stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean or the Intracoastal Waterway.

Guests can enjoy exclusive amenities, including an oceanfront swimming pool, a state-of-the-art fitness centre, and a 10,000-square-foot spa that offers a range of treatments. The resort’s dining options include the Artisan Beach House, which serves globally inspired cuisine with a focus on local ingredients. For more casual dining, guests can enjoy the Pool & Beach Bar, offering light fare and tropical drinks.

The hotel also features luxurious cabanas for a more private beach experience, complete with personalized service. Additionally, the property is pet-friendly, providing special amenities for four-legged guests.

The Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club in Surfside, Miami, is a luxury beachfront retreat that combines the elegance of its 1930s origins with modern sophistication. The property offers a range of accommodations, including oceanfront rooms, suites, bungalows, and private residences, each with floor-to-ceiling windows and balconies offering breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. The hotel boasts three swimming pools, a state-of-the-art fitness centre, and a wellness spa offering bespoke treatments.

One of the standout features is the dining experience, with options including Le Sirenuse Miami, an outpost of the Michelin-starred restaurant from the Amalfi Coast, offering Italian cuisine in a refined setting. The Champagne Bar provides a glamorous spot for pre-dinner drinks, and the Churchill Bar pays homage to the hotel’s history with its vintage-inspired décor.

For those seeking relaxation, the Surf Club Spa offers a range of treatments that blend modern techniques with traditional therapies. The hotel also provides direct access to a pristine beach, where guests can enjoy watersports or simply unwind in the Florida sun.

Additionally, the hotel features unique historical elements, such as the Peacock Alley, a gathering space that recalls the golden age of Miami, and the legendary ballroom, which has hosted many notable events since the hotel’s opening.

Facing out onto the Atlantic, The Reach has Key West’s only natural sand private beach – and the ocean is right beside the hotel’s poolside, which features a floating gazebo. Seafood, steaks and chops are specialities at the restaurant, Four Marlins, however, guests also have access to the dining options at its sister property, Casa Marina. Sunday brunch at The Reach is famous, taken indoors or on the patio (both have incredible sweeping views). 150 modern bedrooms feature shell headboards, bathrooms with abstract art, and private balconies. This resort is a short walk to the heart of the action, yet far enough away to feel peaceful.

A coastal theme blends with a Tiki style and contemporary island living at this resort on the edge of the Everglades. The family-friendly poolside has its own waterfall and a mobile food truck serving ‘snacks and sips’, or there’s an adult-only swimming area and guests can make use of the private white sandy beach with a host of watersports. Fishing excursions are popular – take part in the hook-and-cook programme to bring your catch back to the kitchen, where the chefs will prepare it for you. Pets are especially welcome too, the hotel even has its own Director of Pet Relations!

As the name would suggest, it’s all about the food here. The Epicurean specialises in foodie packages, celebrating its dining venues. Élevage Soho Kitchen and Bar serves dishes inspired by Mediterranean and Asian cooking; Chill Bros Scoop Shop is a gelato paradise; Edge Rooftop Cocktail Lounge offers handcrafted libations with tasty snacks; there’s a theatre dedicated to culinary discovery and sister restaurant Bern’s Steakhouse is across the road. When you’ve had your fill you can book some treatments at Spa Evangeline, swim in the pool and visit the fitness centre. Following the food theme, bedrooms have butcher’s block style furnishings, stocked artisan pantries and some even have a private bar.

As its name reveals, this was once a Federal Courthouse (guests can stay in the ex-judges office or an ex-holding cell), but the century-old building now serves as a most unique hotel; the Four-Diamond rated property is on the National Register of Historic Places. Found Downtown, just across from the theatre, its imposing Grecian style frontage gives way to sophisticated contemporary interiors combined with original features. It has a palm tree flanked pool area, a courtroom-turned brasserie, an espresso bar, 130 bedrooms and offers a free shuttle service. Look out for Le Méridien’s 14 points of discovery while you’re here – each provides a flavour of its past life.