Miami is a tale of two cities. By day, it's a haven of relaxation, with its long white sand beaches and watersports, fantastic eateries and designer shopping malls; by night, it's a world of star-studded glitz and glamour, with a wild and restless nightlife. Art Deco architecture is the name of the game in here, so many of the best boutique hotels in Miami are set in beautiful 1920s buildings. However we've scoured the city and uncovered a wide range of stays, from luxury guesthouses and pampering city-stays to Old World glamour and properties just dripping in vintage-cool. Coupled with that, the majority of them are only a stone's throw from the beach - so you're in for a real treat. Enjoy!
The Villa Casa CasuarinaMiami Beach10 roomsfrom $793
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City Style-You can't get more stylish than Versace's house, turned chic hotel on Miami Beach
Four poster beds-For romantics.
Romantic-Good for couples.
Views-Great views from hotel
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Versace's home turned luxury boutique on the famed Ocean Drive, Miami Beach. This is a treasure trove of remarkable handmade furniture, stained glass windows, murals, exuberant design and over-the-top everything! Not to mention the gold mosaic pool and ornate restaurant dining room. Spectacular! See More
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Casa TuaMiami (South Beach)from $400
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Four poster beds-In select rooms
Kids Club-Babysitting
Romantic-Good for couples.
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Relaxed boutique hotel offering ultimate comfort and a familial atmosphere. Mediterranean-inspired design with terracotta tile, wood floors, white sheets and marble evoke the allure of elegant Italy. Exclusive, cosy club and bar. Intimate Italian dining experience in the restaurant and garden. See More
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Selina Miami RiverMiami (Florida)86 roomsfrom $90
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Local exploring-The hotel is located in the heart of the emerging Miami River scene and offers great access to hip bars and restaurants
Value chic-Spacious rooms and a great location offered at very appealing prices
Sights nearby-Bayside Marketplace is a fun and colourful shopping experience with live music and restaurants less than a 10 mintue drive away
Minimum Stay-Two nights minimum
A charming, affordable townhouse hotel with a tropical island vibe, in the upcoming area of Miami River. Rooms are spacious with natural furniture and quirky art. There is a huge garden with an alluring pool and fun co*cktail bar- perfect for lounging on a scorching day. A very relaxing atmosphere. See More
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Urbanica The MeridianMiami70 roomsfrom $80
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Local exploring-Whilst the hotel is located in South Beach, hotel guides can offer local knowledge and secret spots ensuring an authentic stay
Foodies-Easy access to South of the Fifth where you can find great restaurants including the iconic Joe's Stone Crab
Value chic-Chic city style offered at very reasonable rates
Restaurant-Reginas Grocery- serves freshly made salads and hot and cold sandwiches
An affordable 1930s-renovated modern hotel located in the trendy area of South of the Fifth. White and wooden furnished rooms with chevron-patterned tiled bathroom. The hotel's co*cktail bar is a neighbourhood staple and ensures a great deal of fun with the locals. A friendly and authentic stay. See More
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Blanc KaraMiami25 roomsfrom $89
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City Style-The hotel is walking distance to the hippest spots in South Beach including great restaurants and fun bars
Sights nearby-The Bass Museum of Art and the Miami Beach Botanics are a 10 minute drive, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens are a 15-minute drive
Adult Only-Guests under the age of 21 cannot be accommodated
Boutique
A small, adult-only boutique hotel in one of the trendiest areas in South Beach-South of the Fifth. The hotel offers stylish, bright, and chic studio rooms with a kitchen and terrace. Within walking distance to the beach, great restaurants and the fun nightlife scene that South Beach has to offer. See More
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Lennox Miami BeachMiami119 roomsfrom $169
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Beach Life-The hotel gives access to guests to a private beach club where you can relax on the loungers on Miami Beach
City Style-Located close to restaurants, nightlife and bars
Sights nearby-The hotel is conveniently located steps from Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, and the Miami Beach Convention Center
Boutique-A modern reinterpretation of an iconic and preserved 1930s Art Deco Mediterranean Revival building
A trendy, modern boutique hotel overlooking the colourful streets of Miami Beach. Rooms are tastefully decorated with handcrafted wood furnishings and spacious bathrooms. Only a two-minute walk down to the private beach club with full service provided including chairs and towels. A chic city stay. See More
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Circa 39Miami Beach97 roomsfrom $97
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Local exploring-A short journey from the lively areas of South Beach, Little Havana and Haiti, all full of culture, art, history and design
Beach Life-Situated just a two minute walk from the beach. The hotel offers cold brews and loungers for guests
Value chic-Beautiful interiors, direct beach access and a pool; great value for money
Restaurant-On-site casual café-restaurant, Jules Kitchen, offers dishes and flavours from around the world
An unpretentious beachside boutique hotel. Inviting rooms have an eclectic décor-scheme with bright and spacious bathrooms. There is a lively low-key co*cktail bar and great cafe, plus pool and beach access with towels and loungers provided. A fun option that won't break the bank! See More
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The LangfordMiami (FL)126 roomsfrom $177
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City Style-A chic boutique hotel complete with rooftop bar, 1920s design and epic city views.
Views-Great views from hotel
Boutique
Restaurant-Recommended.
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A cool boutique hotel in a striking Beaux Arts-style building. Retro throughout; find delicately patterned wallpaper and 1920s style furniture in the light and airy rooms. The trendy rooftop bar (serving fantastic concoctions) and boasting epic views is what this place is all about. A chic choice. See More
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Life House Little HavanaMiami33 roomsfrom $154
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Local exploring-Set in the vibrant Cuban heart of Miami, this hotel is ideal for guests looking to discover the city's culture and nightlife
Romantic Break-With beautifully appointed suites and romantic rooftop terrace, book this hotel for a unique couples' getaway
City Style-With boutique interiors inspired by urban, tropical estates, this hotel is teeming with chic Miami style
Great walks-Wander the area and soak in the Latin atmosphere, stopping in at the pretty Máximo Gómez Park - a favourite with locals
Recommended by-Design Hotels, Mr & Mrs Smith
Located in the heart of Little Havana, this Miami hotel is inspired by tropical, colonial-style estates. Interiors feel like stepping into 1950s Cuba, with dark-wood accents juxtaposed against off-white walls and vintage radios. The overgrown roof terrace garden completes the Caribbean feel. See More
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Life House, Collins ParkMiami Beach50 roomsfrom $200
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City Style-Located in stylish and popular South Beach, in easy reach of the area's nightlife, shopping and culture
Beach Life-Rooms with a sophisticated beach vibe, 500 yards from the seafront
Designer-Rooms are designed and furnished by local artisans
Sights nearby-A short walk from the Miami Beach Botanical Garden
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The Life House, Collins Park Boasts an outdoor pool and impressive 1930s Art-Deco architecture 500 yards from the beach. With Mediterranean cuisine, co*cktails, and coffee in Mama Joon, and rooms to accommodate couples, families and small groups in easy reach of South Beach's sights and attractions. See More
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Casa FaenaMiami51 roomsfrom $160
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Restaurant-Argentinian-American restaurant with relaxed bistro-style atmosphere and idyllic veranda
Sights nearby-4 minutes from the Bass Museum of Art
Kids Club-Babysitting/childcare available
Lively area-In the thick of the action.
Recommended by-Mr & Mrs Smith
Inspired by the relaxed lifestyle of the Mediterranean, rooms are bright and welcoming with Spanish tiled flooring, light fabrics that flutter in the ocean breeze and luxurious four-posters in some rooms. Library, gym. The restaurant serves a delectable combination of American and Argentinian fare. See More
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Mr C Coconut GroveMiami (Coconut Grove)98 roomsfrom $159
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Total relaxation-Complete with a spa, a Bellini Restaurant, a roof top pool and some real Italian hospitality, this is a relaxing stay
Local markets-Wander through the bohemian boutique outlets, and stop for a coffee in one of the cafes, on coconut grove
Restaurant-Bellini Restaurant serves wonderful Italian cuisine
Swimming Pool-Rooftop pool
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A luxury stay run by the renowned Italian restauranteur family, the Cipriani's. Interiors have a real Miami feel, beachy yet chic and contemporary. There is, of course, a Bellini restaurant - set beside the roof terrace pool - and a decadent spa. A real Miami gem. See More
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The Angler'sMiami (South Beach)85 roomsfrom $235
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Spa-Spa treatments offered in-room and by the pool
Restaurant-fresh local seafood and pastas
Swimming Pool-Year-round outdoor pool
Outstanding location
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This Mediterranean revival hotel, a bastion of old Miami architecture, offers a breath of fresh air, discretion and supreme comfort, a sanctuary just a few minutes' walk from the buzz of downtown South Beach. Restaurant, pool, bar, spa treatments. Interiors with light fabrics and natural woods. See More
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The Betsy HotelMiami (South Beach)61 roomsfrom $225
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Restaurant-BLT Steak, an American steakhosue which won Miami Steakhosue of the Year 2014
Outstanding location-Located directly on Ocean Drive in Miami's South Beach district
Swimming Pool-Secluded outdoor swimming pool, year-round.
On the beach-Direct beach access
Recommended by-Mr & Mrs Smith, Small Luxury Hotels
Hardwood floors, marble bathrooms, original art and fresh flowers create a low-key, refined aura for this beachside hotel. Miami's only open-air rooftop spa, a sheltered outdoor pool, and exclusive and highly-acclaimed BLT steakhouse make your stay memorable - just don't forget to explore Miami too! See More
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Written by Edmund Wise
posted Monday, 7th August 2023
