HOTEL GUIDE

The Best Hotels In Miami Beach

From some classics to the latest, hip, and friendly, AHL rounds up the best hotels to stay at all year round

The gorgeous façade of the ‘40s era Greenbriar Hotel is now home to  Palisociety’s Miami outpost
The gorgeous façade of the ‘40s era Greenbriar Hotel is now home to Palisociety’s Miami outpost

By Amulya Hiremath, edited by Hamzeh Alfarahneh on 11.14.22

Miami Beach is the epitome of city life, meets the beach, everyday luxuries paired with great restaurants, Art Deco buildings, cultural happenings, an art week that attracts the world, and so much more. We have rounded up the city’s most exciting hotels, from a gem tucked in Española Way, a pit stop of the who’s who, a lush green treat in Coconut Grove, and a hotel owned by Pharrell Williams and David Grutman. 

THE GOODTIME HOTEL

One of the 266 stylish rooms at The Goodtime Hotel
One of the 266 stylish rooms at The Goodtime Hotel
Tucked away on Washington Avenue
Tucked away on Washington Avenue

Just off the beach busyness on Washington Avenue, The Goodtime Hotel seems to have traded bustle for bliss, so you have just that — a good time. As AHL contributor Florencia Galarza sums it, “Luscious spot in Miami Beach with plenty of good vibez.” Amazing music, service, food, drinks, and overall good feels. What more can you expect from a hotel created by Pharrell Williams and Miami hospitality icon David Grutman

The Goodtime Hotel
Rates from $666
601 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL
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Check out Florencia Galarza’s review of The Goodtime Hotel on A Hotel Life

THE MIAMI BEACH EDITION

Full-on beach-meets-urban resort at the Miami Beach EDITION
Full-on beach-meets-urban resort at the Miami Beach EDITION

We’ve been enjoying its beach-meets-urban resort since its inception. Located north of Miami Beach, the EDITION brings its elevated hospitality ethos to the oceanfront, mixing the personalized perks of a lifestyle hotel with the amenities of a resort. “Contemporary yet refined lux with a splash of flash — this is Miami, after all,” says AHL contributor Estelle Frances Bailey-Babenzien. With spacious rooms and suites, world-class dining, and the unbeatable essence of Miami all at your fingertips, this one is hard to beat.

The Miami Beach EDITION
Rates from $2474
Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL
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Check out Estelle Frances Bailey-Babenzien’s review of The Miami Beach EDITION on A Hotel Life

 

PALIHOUSE MIAMI BEACH

Full of quirk and charm, Palihouse Miami offers 71 residential-style bedrooms and studios
Full of quirk and charm, Palihouse Miami offers 71 residential-style bedrooms and studios

California-based family-owned Palisociety’s Miami outpost effortlessly embraces colorful boho-beach chic. Just a little off the ocean, Palihouse’s excellent amenities, from a pool to all-day dining at its restaurants, do not make you miss the beach. But speaking of exceptional service, when you do miss it, their concierge will take you right to the shore.

Palihouse Miami Beach
Rates from $355
3101 Indian Creek Dr, Miami Beach, FL
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SOHO BEACH HOUSE

The Big room at Soho Beach House
The Big room at Soho Beach House
Soho House’s rooms have all the essentials, regardless of room size
Soho House’s rooms have all the essentials, regardless of room size

Set in a 15-story tower at the northernmost point of the Art Deco district, Soho Beach House is your gateway to sand, sea, sun & sexy — the best of Miami without the cheese. AHL contributor Kate Dougherty counts the interior design with freestanding bathtubs and leather club chairs, along with Cowshed products in the room and at the spa, among the pros of this buzzy club/hotel. From delicious food at Cecconi’s to extra large beach lounges. Soho House has got you covered, if you are a member.

Soho Beach House
Rates from $825, only caters to Soho House members
4385 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL
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Check out Kate Dougherty’s review of Soho Beach House on A Hotel Life

THE STANDARD MIAMI

According to The Standard Miami, their spa is “Part recovery center, part new-age ashram”
According to The Standard Miami, their spa is “Part recovery center, part new-age ashram”

Located on Belle Isle, not too far from all the bustle of South Beach, The Standard brings its trademark playful hospitality to Miami’s action center. AHL contributor Jauretsi Saizibitoria notes it as “a pitstop for the who’s who” in the creative industries. More a spa than a hotel, The Standard Miami leans into the relaxing side of the city with peaceful tropical gardens, rooms with private terraces and outdoor soaking tubs, an indoor and outdoor hydrotherapy playground, and dozens of spa options. An adult-only playground, please bring your inner child only.

The Standard
Rates from $486
40 Island Ave, Miami Beach, FL
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Check out Jauretsi Saizibitoria’s review of The Standard for A Hotel Life

ESMÉ

One of the 145 bedrooms at Esmè
One of the 145 bedrooms at Esmè

Tucked away in Española Way — on the calmer side of Miami Beach, Esmé marries historic revitalization with modern-day brand and experience. AHL contributor Florencia Galarza calls it “Spanish beach chic in South Beach’s quiet quarters.” Once a meeting place for artists and outcasts, Esmé brought an intimate Art Deco building back to life as a luscious lifestyle hotel worth your time and penny.

Esmé
Rates from $679
Esmé Miami Beach, Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL
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Check out Florencia Galarza’s review of Esmé on A Hotel Life

1 HOTEL SOUTH BEACH

Hotel South Beach is a paradise of excess with something for everyone
Hotel South Beach is a paradise of excess with something for everyone

With six unique restaurants, a couple of bars, four fabulous pools, and an impressive gym, among other amenities, 1 Hotel South Beach is a paradise of excess with something for everyone. A true reflection of the city’s abundance, it is located in the heart of Miami Beach, with every hotspot just a little walk away. As Jennifer Isicoff, an AHL contributor, wrote, “This hotel is an eco-friendly marvel. Although everything down to the room key is made from sustainable materials, this hotel still manages to achieve an aesthetic that is refined, elegant, and chic.” We love a sexy sustainable baby.

1 Hotel South Beach
Rates from $1684
One Hotel, 2341 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL
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Check out Jennifer Isicoff’s review of 1 Hotel South Beach for A Hotel Life

MAYFAIR HOUSE HOTEL & GARDEN

The lush courtyard at Mayfair House Hotel & Garden
The lush courtyard at Mayfair House Hotel & Garden
One of the guest bedrooms
One of the guest bedrooms

Located in Coconut Grove, just 15 minutes away from Miami Beach, Mayfair House Hotel & Garden is a one-of-a-kind green treat. With iconic architecture and tastefully eccentric interiors, each room is a delight — especially as they come with private outdoor terraces and some with clawfoot bathtubs, outdoor showers, pianos, and typewriters. The culinary scene is equally vibrant, with wood-fired dishes at The Mayfair Grill and everything Caribbean and tropical at the rooftop affair SipSip. The hotel also features an exclusive pool on the roof with stunning views to beat the Miami heat the right way.

Mayfair House Hotel & Garden
Rates from $279
3000 Florida Ave, Coconut Grove, FL 33133, United States
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