The Best Miami Hotels

This luxurious, eco-friendly resort is located on a stretch of South Beach oceanfront and offers prime views from the many rooftop pools. 

1 Hotel South Beach is a 425-room natural sanctuary and accommodations include large guestrooms, fully equipped suites with kitchens, and two- to three-bedroom apartment homes with wraparound balconies. The indoor spaces here are gorgeous with lush plants, white sofas, and eco-friendly details like tables and headboards made from reclaimed wood. The hotel’s commitment to being green also includes locally grown, organic food, hemp-filled mattresses, recycled wood hangers, and complimentary Tesla car service. 

Outside, there are four different pools, including the impressive rooftop pool on the 18th story. Head to the award-winning Bamford Spa for a deep tissue massage, Himalayan salt scrub, or an indulgent 24 Karat gold facial. Dining options are plentiful, and Watr at the 1 Rooftop wins the prize for the most dramatic view. Ideal for brunch or a special dinner for two, the rooftop restaurant has a delicious Peruvian Japanese menu. 

1 Hotel South Beach is centrally located on Collins Avenue and guests can hop on one of the hotel’s complimentary bikes to cruise around South Beach to visit the nearby Bass Art museum or stroll through Lincoln Road Mall, an outdoor mall and entertainment destination.

Guests love the resort’s large guestrooms and beautiful pool areas, and the resort’s restaurant, Jaya, is a local favorite. 

The Setai, Miami Beach has an unassuming exterior, but once you step through the doors, you’ll be greeted by soaring ceilings, dark wood accents, and Asian-influenced decor. The guest rooms are large, starting at 582 square feet for a studio suite and topping out at 10,000 square feet for the penthouse suite that comes with its own private rooftop pool and jacuzzi. The sophisticated accommodations have teak hardwood floors, plush mahogany couches and armchairs, and views of the oceanfront. 

The Setai’s appeal is its quiet ambiance. The pool areas feel private and secluded though it’s only feet from Miami’s famed South Beach. Made for sunning all day, the pool area has three different pools kept at different temperatures and plenty of daybeds. 

The Setai’s main restaurant is Jaya, an elegant pan Asian restaurant that serves modern takes on Japanese, Korean, Indian, and Thai food. The restaurant has an impressive covered courtyard with cushioned seating and dining tables around a water fountain, and on Sundays, there’s a jazz brunch with live music.

The recently renovated resort offers trendy guest rooms and an extensive schedule of outdoor activities.

Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel is a totally renovated chic boutique hotel on Miami’s beachfront. All 186 guest rooms have a minimalist design with black and white patterned headboards, gold Art-Deco light fixtures, and framed abstract art. The upgraded suites have separate living rooms and private balconies with patio seating. 

There’s lots to love at this property including two great restaurants. High Tide is an outdoor bar and grill decorated with surfboards, and there’s a ping pong table and a giant Jenga set for guests to enjoy after ordering the restaurant’s signature tacos, available all day. The Social Club is an artsy restaurant with tropical patterned seating and oversized globe chandeliers above the bar. Popular with Miami locals, it serves typical American fare and Sunday brunch includes bottomless mimosas.

The resort fee includes a rotating schedule of daily activities like beach boot camp, Splash Cycle classes, and weekend yoga classes. Though the hotel is steps from the beach, guests can also hang out poolside in one of the generously-sized cabanas complete with a television and sofa seating for up to six.

This apartment-style resort is ideal for visitors looking for a full-service, relaxing getaway.

Carillon Wellness resort is a unique wellness resort in Miami that’s ideal for a weekend or week-long recharge. The accommodations are all one and two-bedroom apartments that come with fully equipped kitchens with high-end Miele appliances. The ample-sized guest rooms start at 720 feet and have dramatic oceanfront or city views and select rooms have private balconies. The rooms feature soothing cream-colored walls and carpets, eye-catching abstract art on the walls, and floor-to-ceiling windows to let in the natural light. 

The highlight of Carillon is its offering of spa services and exercises classes. There are 65+ exercise classes and an extensive list of wellness services. You can opt for a massage or body wrap or go for more innovative services like cryotherapy (with temperatures that dip down to -275), cupping therapy, or energy healing. 

After your relaxing spa services, head to one of the resort’s two pools, including an adults-only saltwater rooftop pool with unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean. Guests can also hang out on the resort’s expansive beachfront and indulge in food service from the Seaglass Cafe. There are two other dining options including The Strand, a beachfront Mediterranean restaurant, and The Corner Store, a casual coffee and juice bar.

The live music performances and rooftop deck make this hotel a great location for a girls' trip or celebratory getaway with friends.

At Moxy Miami South Beach, guests check-in at a desk that doubles as a fortune-teller stand, and are welcomed with a complimentary drink at Bar Moxy, the hotel’s lobby bar. From there, the hotel turns up the fun with a 72-foot pool with private cabanas and an eighth-story rooftop deck that comes with a DJ spinning tunes, day beds big enough for two, and prime views of the South Beach skyline.

Inside, the rooms have eclectic details like wrought metal shelving, funky art prints, black and white drapes, and pink throws on the beds. While the rooms are on the smaller side (a standard guestroom starts at 224 square feet), the under-the-bed storage and wall-to-wall windows maximize the space.

The hotel has an activity board for events that include live music performances, film screenings on the rooftop, and group fitness classes. Dining options include Los Buenos, an all-day taco stand, and Como Como, a high-end Mexican restaurant. Serena is the hotel’s bright outdoor terrace restaurant that serves traditional Mexican dishes along with local favorites like the Cubano sandwich.

This 790-room resort has a fantastic kids' club and non-motorized water activities that are included in the resort fee.

Loews Miami Beach has an Art Deco-style exterior, updated guestrooms, and programs that cater to all members of the family. The accommodations range from a standard city room suite with a king bed to a two-story suite with a kitchen and generous balcony. All rooms feature marble bathrooms, gray or cream-colored modern furniture, and abstract artwork that adds a pop of color. 

Though the hotel has a daily resort fee, there’s a lot included in your stay. Guests have access to non-motorized water activities like kayaking and paddleboards, complimentary banana boat rides from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m, and a professional photoshoot. The pool area has pop-up fountains for kids along with a designated adult-only area with daybeds and cabanas. Dine at one of the five restaurants or bars that serve seafood dishes along with comfort foods like burgers and pizzas. 

The kid-friendly hotel has a special Loews Loves Kids program that offers a recreation room for hands-on crafts and video games. For an additional fee, kids ages 4-12 can enroll in hourly, full, or half-day programs which include exciting activities like relay races, pizza-making classes, or scavenger hunts.

This polished, beachfront hotel has a spa that offers lots of services that cater to couples.

If you’re celebrating a relationship milestone, consider booking a stay at Nobu Hotel Miami Beach, which offers a romantic, beachfront setting. The resort has 206 stylish guest rooms with taupe couches and armchairs, Italian Fili D’Oro linens, and floral patterned area rugs.  

There are also four pools, one of which is an adults-only hang-out spot. The other three pools are shared with the Eden Roc Resort and include an infinity pool, an all-ages main pool, a garden pool surrounded by palm trees, and a manicured garden. Book a poolside cabana at the main pool and you can spend your day luxuriating while sipping cocktails.  

For even more relaxation, the spa services at Esencia Wellness Spa cater to couples. Try a couples massage or the Clay and Body Painting where couples paint each other with rhassoul clay in a private couple’s suite. At night, enjoy a celebratory dinner at Nobu, one of Miami’s top-rated restaurants, or chill out at Ocean Social, the casual American eatery that overlooks the Atlantic Ocean. The resort also has three bars for hand-crafted drinks at happy hour.

This hotel has been an entertainment destination for decades and is home to LIV, one of Miami’s most popular nightclub spots.

Since 1954, the Fontainebleau has been attracting celebrities and entertainments, and the iconic curved hotel sits on Millionaire’s Row, a prime strip of Miami’s beachfront. The hotel’s lobby has an iconic “staircase to nowhere” created for making a grand entrance. The polished guestrooms are decked out in muted shades of cream and white, with mirrored end tables and marble bathrooms. 

The resort has direct beach access along with 11 different pools, including a family-friendly water area with waterslides and the adults-only Arkadia Day Club that hosts weekend parties. With over 10 different restaurants and lounges, there’s no need to leave the property. Enjoy modern Chinese dishes at Hakkasan, fine Italian dining from Scarpetta, or prime cuts of steaks at StripSteak. 

The Fontainebleau is a hotspot for entertainment and on any given week, top-name musicians perform at the hotel. The hotel has two nightclubs and the most popular is LIV, an 18,00-square-foot venue with VIP areas and private skyboxes.

The casual hotel is priced right for those who want to be close to the beach and popular Miami attractions.

Located on Mid beach, The Hampton Inn Miami Beach is a three-star hotel that’s part of the Hilton family of hotels. The casual hotel is only one block from the beach and has a sparkling pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas in the hotel’s signature lime-green hue. 

The accommodations include a workspace and each room is tastefully decorated with geometric wallpaper and framed Miami landmarks. Though it’s a budget hotel, the gray and white upholstered headboards and floating side tables make the guestrooms feel more high-end. Another great perk is the complimentary breakfast that’s served in the bright, open lobby. 

Ideal for those who want to explore South Beach and great Miami, the hotel is close to the Miami Beach Boardwalk, a scenic pathway that stretches nearly 40 blocks, and the Miami Beach convention center. The hotel is also surrounded by Miami’s most loved restaurants and minutes away from Miami’s nightlife.

This 77-room hostel is priced well and the onsite bar, Broken Shaker, has one of the best cocktail hours in the area.

Away from the glitzy South Beach properties, Freehand Miami has a laid-back, kitschy vibe that caters to a younger crowd. Located in a historic 1930s Art Deco building, the hostel is two blocks from the beach and close to restaurants and boutiques on Collins Ave. 

The accommodations are modern and minimalist and feature navy-painted bed frames, retro teal subway tiles in the bathrooms, and wall art by local Miami Beach artists. Room options include private guestrooms with a king-sized bed, bungalows that sleep up to four, and shared rooms with bunk beds that sleep up to eight. The shared rooms have a communal bathroom, lockers for personal belongings, workstations, and a separate sitting area. 

The hotel’s lush backyard is the highlight of the property with picnic tables and brightly painted bistro sets arranged under string lights. During the day, guests hang out on the pool’s inflatable floats, and at night, the hostel hosts one of the best happy hours in the neighborhood. 

Freehand Miami is home to the award-winning bar, Broken Shaker, and the bar menu includes watermelon daiquiris and kimchi fried chicken sandwiches.