Luxury hotels in Miami Beach

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Miami Beach. I hope you will like it!

• 1 The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach Miami Beach, United States

  

  Resort. Situated on the beach in the city’s Art Deco district, this 5-star hotel features a full-service spa and on-site dining with Mediterranean and Latin American cuisine. Rooms offer a minibar. The guest rooms at Ritz-Carlton South Beach include a marble bathroom. A work desk and laptop safe are also provided. The outdoor pool overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and is surrounded by day beds. This Miami Beach hotel also has a 24-hour fitness centre and a business centre. An extensive cocktail list is available at Lapidus Bar. Other dining choices include Latin American cuisine at Fuego y Mar and Mediterranean cuisine at the beachfront DiLido Beach Club. The Ritz-Carlton South Beach is 1.5 miles from the Bayshore Golf Course, and the Miami Beach Convention Center is less than 1 mile away. Miami International Airport is 12.2 miles from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $680.

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• 2 Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club Miami Beach, United States

  

  Hotel. This 1930s-era Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club is in the northern Miami Beaches on Collins Avenue 9.2 km from South Beach and 20.5 km from Downtown Miami. Features include on-site restaurant, beach, and pool area. Oceanfront dining is possible at the Amalfi Coast-inspired Le Sirenuse Miami and Champagne Bar & Lounge, which is a sister restaurant to the Michelin-starred Le Sirenuse's La Sponda in Positano, Italy. The property boasts architecture by Pritzker-prize winning architect, Richard Meier, and interior designer Joseph Dirandan. A holistic spa, fitness centre, and kid's club are offered. The front desk is open 24 hours. Custom furnishings, a flat-screen TV, and floor-to-ceiling windows in addition to a marble bathroom are standard in every Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club room. Some rooms have a balcony with an ocean or city view, and 5 unique Cabana Studios are offered as well. Bal Harbour Shops is 16 minutes' walk away, while the Miami Beach Convention Center is 9 km from Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club. Lincoln Road is 10 km from the property, and Miami International Airport is 23.5 km away. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $1440.

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• 3 Acqualina Resort and Residences Miami Beach, United States

  

  Resort. Reminiscent of a Mediterranean villa, Acqualina invites you to step into a world of luxury with unprecedented accommodations and service, world-class dining destinations with four restaurants including the new Avra Miami and Il Mulino New York, three oceanfront swimming pools, Acqualina Spa, spacious meeting rooms, and AcquaMarine, an innovative marine biology-based children's program. Recent introductions to the resort include a new Adult Pool experience and a Floridian-meets-Mediterranean menu at the beachside Costa Grill. The luxury seaside haven is located on 4. 5 beachfront acres in Miami’s Sunny Isles Beach, and conveniently situated between Miami Beach and Fort Lauderdale. Designed to offer a sense of modern luxury with classic furnishings and finishes, the richly appointed accommodations are the hallmark of the guest experience at Acqualina. Offerings include 54 guest rooms and 44 suites, all offering expansive floor plans and breathtaking views from private balconies. One, Two and Three Bedroom Oceanfront Suites are available. Only 10 minute drive from the Acqualina Resort are the luxury shops and restaurants of Bal Harbor. The vibrant South Beach area as well as the legendary Art Deco district is also within driving distance. A family owned and operated property, Acqualina is a recipient of the coveted Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Award for both the hotel and spa, as well as the AAA Five Diamond Award. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around $1199.

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• 4 The Setai, Miami Beach Miami Beach, United States

  

  Resort. Located directly on the beach in Miami’s famous Art Deco district, this resort offers yoga and tai-chi classes. Suites are furnished in Asian-style décor. Free WiFi and an iPod docking station are provided in every spacious suite at The Setai, Miami Beach. Rooms are equipped with espresso and coffee facilities along with a minibar. Miami Beach Setai features 3 infinity swimming pools and a business centre. The on-site spa offers a number of massages and treatments, including a 60-minute Nepalese Body Polish. Concierges are available to provide recommendations. Guests can dine at 4 on-site restaurants including The Setai Grill, an American steakhouse serving Asian-inspired dishes. The Bar & Courtyard offers nightly drinks and snacks. Bayshore Golf Course is 1.6 km from the resort. The Setai, Miami Beach is 1.6 km from Lummus Park and 320 metres from Bass Museum of Art. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $990.

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• 5 1 Hotel South Beach Miami Beach, United States

  

  Hotel. This historic oceanfront hotel features a private beach area and on-site dining options. There are 4 swimming pools, including an adult exclusive rooftop pool, available at 1 Hotel South Beach. A tablet with daily digital newspapers comes standard in every room, as does a 55-inch smart flat-screen TV. A mini bar, in-room water filtration system, and espresso machine with organic coffee are included. 1 Hotel South Beach guests can access the on-site fitness centre and spa and wellness centre. Guests looking for adventure can enjoy watersports activities while kids can explore the children's club activities. Four on-site snack and beverage bars, as well as 24-hour in-room dining are available. Shopping at Lincoln Road Mall is 1.2 km away from this hotel. Guests will be 5 minutes’ drive from the nightlife and dining of South Beach city centre. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $838.

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• 6 Faena Hotel Miami Beach Miami Beach, United States

  

  Hotel. The oceanfront Faena Hotel is situated in Miami Beach, Florida and features an outdoor pool and a South American-inspired spa with massage, nail care, and salon services. The fitness centre with an ocean view offers daily indoor and outdoor classes. A relaxed meal or cocktail can be enjoyed at Veranda, which boasts views of the pool and ocean. Pao serves Asian cuisine with international influences, including original rice dishes and fresh meats and fish. The restaurant, Los Fuegos, boasts an open-fire kitchen and dishes made with local ingredients. Guests can retreat to the late-Deco styled rooms with free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, and a safety deposit box. Each Carrara marble-tiled bathroom has bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Nearby, the Miami Beach Convention Center is 2.5 km away, and golfing is 2.9 km away at Bayshore Municipal Golf Course. Premium shopping at the Lincoln Road Mall is 8 minutes' drive from the Miami Beach Faena Hotel, while the Art Deco District is 9 minutes' drive away from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $1260.

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• 7 The Betsy Hotel, South Beach Miami Beach, United States

  

  Hotel. Located amidst the luxury shopping, dining and entertainment on Ocean Drive, The Betsy Hotel, South Beach offers direct beach access, along with a courtyard and rooftop pool with 360 degree views. Adorned with fresh orchids and original art, every room offers hardwood floors and marble bathrooms. A flat-screen TV and a minibar are included in all rooms at The Betsy Hotel, South Beach. Betsy's rooftop Ocean Deck serves cocktails and guests can enjoy the sun loungers, ocean views and sunrise yoga. A fitness centre with Peloton bikes is also available on site. Private beach service offering chairs and umbrellas, an on-property library, and Carlton Room Lounge are also part of The Betsy. LT Steak & Seafood at The Betsy, South Beach is a contemporary American steakhouse located in the hotel’s lobby. Guests can enjoy cocktails at the Lobby Bar. Coffee beverages are provided at the Carlton Room Café. The Lincoln Road Mall is 1 km from 9 art exhibitions and nightly live jazz halls. Miami Beach Convention Centre is also 1 km from the property. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $621.

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• 8 The Miami Beach EDITION Miami Beach, United States

  

  Hotel. This beachfront Miami Beach hotel features an on-site ice skating rink, 2 outdoor pools, free WiFi access, and a petite spa. The Lincoln Road Mall is 2.3 km away from the Florida hotel. A flat-screen cable TV, a desk, and a minibar are included in each air-conditioned, spacious room at The Miami Beach EDITION. The en suite bathroom has a bathrobe and a hairdryer. A bowling alley, nightclub, and fitness centre are available for guests to enjoy on site at The EDITION. Bars and cabanas are offered poolside, and an outdoor movie theatre is also featured. Matador Room prepares Latin cuisine while Tropicale serves light snacks poolside. The Market at The Miami Beach EDITION includes cocktails, sandwiches, and a raw bar. The Matador Bar and the Lobby Bar offer wine, champagne, and other beverages. Bass Museum of Art is 3 minutes’ drive away from the property. The Art Deco District is 3.4 km away. The Bayshore Municipal Golf Course is 6 minutes’ drive away from this Miami Beach hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $799.

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• 9 W South Beach Miami Beach, United States

  

  Resort. Relax by the poolside at W South Beach, which features 2 on-site pools and a light fare bar and grille. Located in Miami Beach, this resort offers cabana rentals and poolside light fare from WET® Bar & Grille. A private balcony with ocean views, a 37-inch flat-screen TV and a marble-lined private bathroom are included in every suite and studio. Select rooms house a kitchen or kitchenette and the mini bar offers chargers, sun block, snacks and more. Workout at FIT, W South Beach’s fitness centre, or enjoy a game of basketball or tennis at SWISH or SWING. Guests can treat themselves to facials, massages, and nail care at AWAY Spa Miami or hire bicycles for daytime explorations. Delight in authentic Asian fares at Mr Chow, which serves dinner under a 125-foot gold-leaf chandelier, or dine on yellowtail, oysters, and ceviche at The Restaurant W South Beach, which offers a roots-inspired American concept. Lincoln Road Mall is 8 minutes’ drive from the resort while world-famous South Beach is 7 minutes’ drive. Miami International Airport is 18 km from the property. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $799.

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• 10 Kimpton Angler’s Hotel South Beach, an IHG Hotel Miami Beach, United States

  

  Resort. Situated in a historic Mediterranean Revival setting, this resort in Miami Beach features a rooftop pool with bar and lounge as well as eco-friendly amenities and savory dining. South Beach is 2 blocks away. A complimentary social hour is offered every evening. Complimentary morning coffee and tea are offered daily as well. Elegant studios feature a comfortable seating area with plasma TV, DVD player and iPod dock. Kimpton Angler’s Hotel provides each studio with a minibar. The studios are decorated in soft colors and wood furniture. Free Wi-Fi and concierge services are offered 24-hours. Complimentary beach bags with a towel and a bottle of water are available at the front desk. Complimentary bike rentals are provided. The resort fee includes gym passes to Orange Theory Fitness. Miami Beach Marina, 4 blocks away, offers water sport activities. Miami International Airport is 8 miles away. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around $300.

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• 11 The Standard Miami Miami Beach, United States

  

  Hotel. Featuring a full-service spa, this adult-only Miami Beach hotel also boasts rooms with a view of the lush gardens, Biscayne Bay, and outdoor infinity pool. Guests will be 12 minutes' walk to Lincoln Road Mall and 5 minutes' drive to South Beach. The spa amenities, which are complimentary to hotel guests, include a Turkish Hamam with heated marble, hemlock sauna, eucalyptus steam room, ice room, hot tub, cold plunge and gym are also on site. Massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, and full-body scrubs are offered as well at the Spa of The Standard Miami Beach, located in South Florida. The restaurant, Lido Bayside Grill, uses locally sourced ingredients and seasonal produce, with a global-inspired menu including expertly-grilled dishes, fried options, and chilled dishes. There is also an indoor healthy cafe restaurant and speakeasy-style bar and lounge. In addition to a bicycle hire and a private boat dock, guests can enjoy paddle boarding and kayaks. Miami International Airport is 20 minutes’ drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around $690.

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• 12 The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami Miami Beach, United States

  

  Resort. The Ritz-Carlton’s 10,000-square-foot spa features a sauna and steam room and offers hydrotherapy and meditative spaces. Additional facilities include an on-site fitness centre as well as Core Fusion and yoga classes. Sleek guest rooms and suites include a 42-inch flat-screen TV, a private balcony with ocean and Intracoastal Waterway views, and a private bathroom with floor-to-ceiling windows and a freestanding tub with water views. The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami features an outdoor, heated pool as well as direct beach access and a pool bar and grill. Cabanas, which include a private hot tub and a selection of beverages and snacks, are available. Artisan Beach House serves globally inspired dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and offers a seasonal menu. Bayshore Golf Course is 12.6 kilometres’ drive from the resort while the Bal Harbour Shops are 1.6 kilometres’ drive. Miami International Airport is 26.7 kilometres’ drive. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $900.

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• 13 The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort Miami Beach, United States

  

  Resort. At 14,000 square feet, The Spa at St. Regis at St Regis Bal Harbour Resort offers a number of spa services, including 11 treatment rooms, an aromatic steam room and Finish saunas. The resort is located 3 minutes' walk from Bal Harbour Shops. Rooms feature a flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, and modern decor curated by Yabu Pushelberg. Select suites include a kitchenette, complete with stove top and kitchenware and spacious balconies with views of the ocean. The resort includes 17,651 square feet of meeting and event space. St Regis Athletic provides an on-site fitness centre with ocean views and group classes that include yoga, cardio and Pilates. Internet access is included and butler service is available. Atlantikós, the indoor-outdoor Mediterranean restaurant, features both lounge and bar seating, while BH Burger Bar serves American fare such as USDA prime cut steaks and fresh seafood. St Regis Bar and Wine Vault features live music, vintages wines. The resort is 14 km drive from the sights of South Beach and 25 minutes' drive from Brickell, Miami's financial centre. Miami International Airport is 24 km drive from St Regis Bal Harbour Resort. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $1199.

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• 14 Carillon Miami Wellness Resort Miami Beach, United States

  

  Hotel. Situated on 750 feet of private beach along the Atlantic Ocean, Carillon Miami Beach is located in Miami Beach, Florida. Spa services from neuromuscular therapy to body rituals, skin care treatments, and pedicures as well as a salon are offered. Bathrobes and slippers add comfort to each suite. A flat-screen TV, free WiFi, and a fully equipped kitchenette with granite counters are featured. The bathroom is spa-inspired, tiled with Italian glass and stone flooring. Boasting 4 pools and 4 hot tubs, Carillon also has over 40 fitness classes available each day. A cycling and walking trail surrounds the property, and a rock-climbing wall is featured on site. The Strand Bar and Grill restaurant features seasonal cuisine, ocean views, and floor-to-ceiling windows as well as an outdoor patio. The Cabana services light fare with cocktails, and The Corner Store serves juice. Premium shopping at the Lincoln Road Mall is 7.8 km away, and the La Gorce Golf Course is 6 minutes' drive from the hotel. Within 20 minutes' drive of the hotel are Jungle Island, the Art Deco District, and the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau. Show full description Guest review score 7.9

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• 15 Nautilus Sonesta Miami Beach Miami Beach, United States

  

  Hotel. This oceanfront 1950s-era Nautilus boasts an outdoor pool surrounded by cabanas, spa services, and a restaurant. A full american buffet breakfast is available, and the South Beach district is 10 minutes’ walk away. Dark wood and leather furnishings and photography by Sante D’Orazio accentuate each modern room. All rooms provide a 48-inch flat-screen TV, and certain rooms have a balcony with views of the ocean, pool, or city. Direct beach access with lounging chairs can be enjoyed to the utmost with full food and beverage service. Guests can access the fitness centre 24 hours a day. A 24-hour reception, concierge service, and luggage storage are available to all guests throughout their stays. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served on the terrace or indoor dining room at the Nautilus Cabana Club. In-room dining is offered for a fee. Golfing is 5 minutes’ drive away at Miami Beach Golf Club. Lincoln Road boutiques and cafes are 1.1 km from Nautilus, while the Bass Museum of Art is 300 metres away. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around $479.

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• 16 SLS South Beach Miami Beach, United States

  

  Hotel. The SLS South Beach is an oceanfront hotel with an outdoor pool on site. The property is less than 1 mile from the Art Deco historic district. A flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, and WiFi are included in every guestroom of this South Beach hotel. Modern decor with influences from 18th-century France set a playful tone. Guests can work out at the on-site fitness centre, then stay stylish at IGK Salon, which offers hair care services to guests. Concierge services are also available. Located on site, Katsuya restaurant features Japanese cuisine and a full sushi bar. The Bazaar offers upscale Spanish cuisine and is also located on site. The Miami International Airport is less than 20 minutes’ drive from this hotel and the Lincoln Road Mall is less than 1 mile away. Pier Park is just 2 miles from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 7.3, rooms from around $611.

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• 17 Nobu Hotel Miami Beach Miami Beach, United States

  

  Resort. Offering views of the Atlantic Ocean and intracoastal waterway, the beachfront Nobu Hotel Miami Beach offers 4 swimming pools, 2 restaurants, and on-site spa services. The famed shops and restaurants of Lincoln Road Mall are 4.8 km from the Japanese-inspired resort. Guestrooms feature wood furniture and custom wall coverings. Every room provides a 60-inch flat-screen TV and media centre as well as Nespresso coffee-making facilities and Natura Bissé bath amenities, complete with bath robes. An on-site fitness centre is available to guests with additional services including personal trainers and fintess classes. The full-service spa features EmerginC brand products and treatments. Two on-site lounges are available to guests and free WiFi throughout. Delight in organic and farm-to-table concepts at the oceanside Ocean Social restaurant. From pan-seared scallops to wild yellowtail, Chef Nobu Matsuhisa prepares Japanese-fusion cuisine at Nobu restaurant for dinner. A Cafe Inez is available in the lobby. The luxury shops of Bal Habour are located 7.8 km from the resort while Miami Beach Convention Center is 4 km away. Miami International Airport is 17 minutes' drive from the property and guests will be 9.8 km from Wynwood design and art district. Show full description Guest review score 7.0, rooms from around $470.

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• 18 Fontainebleau Miami Beach Miami Beach, United States

  

  Resort. Beachfront Fontainebleau Miami Beach features scenic ocean views and 6 outdoor swimming pools surrounded by private cabanas. A nightclub, 9 restaurants, and a spa are located on site for comfort. A flat-screen TV and WiFi access come standard in every guestroom. Select rooms feature a kitchenette and a balcony with ocean views. Enjoy music by the pools or relax in one of the private cabanas that include a flat-screen TV, WiFi, and butler service. There is also a children’s playground, children’s waterscape, and direct beach access. Hotel Fontainebleau Miami Beach offers 9 dining establishments with a wide range of cuisines, including Chinese, Italian, and Japanese. Guests can enjoy oceanfront dining at La Cote or relax with coffee and cake at Chez Bon Bon. Take a tour of the Art Deco District (5.4 km drive) or enjoy the shops, restaurants, and sights of Lincoln Road Mall (5 km drive). Miami International Airport is 20 minutes’ drive away. Show full description Guest review score 6.8, rooms from around $449.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in March 2024. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!