Top 10 Miami Beach Traveler
Top 10 Hotels in Miami Beach
10. Villa Casa Casuarina
Located at 1116 Ocean Drive is arguably the most photographed landmark in Miami. The Versace Mansion-turned-hotel, which last sold for $41.5 million! Where else can you ogle a swimming pool lined with 24-karat gold? Oh, that’s right - in your dreams. Ten customized suites offer balconies, double-king beds with Egyptian sheets, marble bathrooms (featuring bidets!), and a host of other in-room amenities, making this Top Ten Miami Beach hotel a must for even the most discriminating of high-end travelers. Check-in 3 PM, check-out 11 AM.
9. Dream South Beach
This Top 10 Miami Beach hotel offers a plethora of tantalizing amenities: beachside service; full-service spa, including in-room massages, rooftop terrace with an infinity edge pool, complimentary breakfast, plus it is dog-friendly ($50 per dog, per stay)! Nearby attractions include Naked Taco (125 different tequilas–WHAT?!), a Studio-54 lounge called Highbar, and Ocean Drive shopping. Check-in 3 PM, check-out 12 PM.
8. SoBe Hostel
Don’t let the word “hostel” fool you: this place is ideal! A 5-minute walk from the beach, SoBe Hostel is the perfect place for value-seekers not wanting to miss a minute of the Miami lifestyle. This Top 10 Miami Beach hostel has a ton of amenities, but here are just a few you’ll enjoy: free dinner and breakfast, airport transportation, room lockers, linens and towels, access to the Internet, laundry rooms, a beer pong table, full bar, and not one, but TWO, happy hours (5-7 PM and 12-2 AM), . Plus no curfew! Check-in 2 PM, check-out 12 PM.
7. Wynwood South Beach
In the hea(r)t of it all! Just a block from the beach, this affordable Top 10 Miami Beach hotel is ideal for those looking to minimize transportation. Kitchenettes, breakfast counters, desk/work area, microwaves, and free WiFi are available in each cute room. Plus, the rooms are soundproof so you can blissfully ignore the neighbor’s… uh, companionship. Lincoln Road Mall and Ocean Drive are just minutes away. Check-in 3 PM, check-out 11 AM.
6. South Beach Hotel
This Top 10 Miami Beach lodge is a boutique hotel just two blocks from the ocean. Features include a rooftop pool and bar, complimentary beach loungers and towels, complimentary breakfast, fitness center, free WiFi, and a stunning courtyard entrance. Each room is uniquely decorated in Art Deco style. Nearby attractions include Collins Ave shopping, South Beach, and nightlife. Service pets allowed. Check-in 3 PM, check-out 11 AM.
5. Baltic Hotel
Located in the quieter North Miami Beach area, this Top Ten Miami Beach hotel is perfect for those seeking some solitude. Plus, the free parking behind the hotel truly makes this place feel like an oasis! Each room provides a shower and tub, fridge and microwave, and free WiFi. Complimentary breakfast and locally owned - what a deal! Bonus: Brazilian, Peruvian, Cuban restaurants close by. Check-in 2 PM, check-out 11 AM.
4. Bars B&B
Located 7 blocks west from the main beach, this Top 10 Miami Beach boutique bed and breakfast makes up for its distance in complimentary offerings: en-suite bathrooms with designer toiletries, a guest kitchen, peaceful Asian-ambiance garden with a gazebo, and VIP entry to local nightclubs. Rooms are spacious and modern. Plus, most importantly, there is a nightly wine and cheese happy hour! Check-in 3 PM, check-out 11 AM.
3. Posh Hostel
A luxury hostel sounds as oxymoronic as jumbo shrimp. This Top 10 Miami Beach boutique loft is situated in the middle of South Beach, meaning there is no shortage of activities available for the adventurous traveler in you! Full kitchens (shared by all guests) and round-trip airport shuttles are just some of the perks. You can also enjoy a complimentary fitness class to work off your nightly complimentary drinks! Check-in 3 PM, check-out 11 AM.
2. Pelican Hotel
Custom rooms, C.O. Bigelow products, Diesel Jeans inspiration — this boutique hotel looks like it ate a hipster for breakfast. Oceanfront rooms and penthouse suites round out the we’re-not-in-Kansas-anymore feel. Complimentary lounge chairs, WiFi, water, and breakfast. With pet-friendly accommodations and a daily happy hour, you won’t even have to miss your PBR and teacup chihuahua! Check-in 3 PM, check-out 12 PM.
1. Fontainebleau
With a remarkable selection of guest rooms, suites, junior suites, and specialty suites, this five-star luxury Top 10 Miami Beach hotel caters to those with refined and selective tastes. Delectable cocktails will please your palette as you lounge by the beachside pool before heading to a nearby restaurant. Specialty services include babysitting, an oceanside dog park, language interpreters, and more. Check-in 4 PM, check-out 11 AM.