Where to Stay in Miami: My Selection of the Best Accommodations

Wondering where to stay in Miami? Looking for the best areas and districts?

You’re at the right place!

As I know Miami very well, I have created this guide of:

• Miami’s best areas for your stay (with details about the best places to visit and nearby attractions)
• For each area and district, the best hotels depending on your budget

Let’s find your dream hotel now!

My favorite hotels in Miami

Here’s a quick summary of my favorite hotels in Miami, in case you don’t have time to read my detailed article.

Simply click on the hotel names in orange to access details and rates:

• The Best Hotel Near the Beach in Miami: Kent Hotel, for its location and friendly atmosphere!
• Where to Stay in Miami for Sightseeing: citizenM Miami Worldcenter, and its rooftop pool
• The Best 5-star Hotel in Miami: 1 Hotel South Beach, the iconic luxury hotel of the city
• Where to Stay in Miami on a Budget: Viajero Miami, close to the beach and with a pool
• Best Family-Friendly Hotel in Miami: Smart Brickell Hotel or Fortune House Hotel Suites (more upscale)
  
• My Favorite Hotel in Miami for a Romantic Stay: The Elser Hotel Miami – An All-Suite Hotel, with its magnificent heated pool and exceptional view.

In Miami Beach / South Beach / Ocean Drive

If you want to stay near the beach during your stay in Miami, you should definitely opt for an accommodation in Miami Beach, the part of Miami located on an island.

Miami Beach stretches along the entire East coast of the island for several kilometers. And good news, in Miami you can swim all year round!

For your accommodation in Miami Beach, I especially recommend South Beach area, along the famous Ocean Drive avenue.

This area is particularly lively, at all hours of the day and night. There, you will find plenty of shops, restaurants, bars, and trendy clubs.

I recommend this neighborhood for staying in Miami:

• To go to the beach
• If you’re looking for a lively place
• To go out at night and enjoy the nightlife
• For a trip with friends or a romantic stay.

South Beach is the perfect place to discover:

• Miami Beach, with its turquoise waters, fine sand, and the famous colorful lifeguard stands
• Ocean Drive: this avenue lined with restaurants and bars is the ultimate spot in Miami for partying
• Lincoln Road, a pedestrian zone to go shopping in the many clothing stores
• The hotels and historic Art Deco buildings, famous for their pastel-colored facades. They are located on Ocean Drive, Collins Avenue, and Washington Avenue.
• Lummus Park, located between Ocean Drive and the beach. Perfect for a little stroll!
• South Pointe Park: this park at the tip of the island offers a lovely view over Miami and its skyscrapers.

The most beautiful hotels to stay at in Miami Beach

• Kent Hotel: Located on Collins Avenue, a few steps away from Ocean Drive. Modern double rooms starting at 180$, breakfast for 7$. Strong points: the location, the very friendly welcome, the comfortable beds.
• Viajero Miami: Located in South Beach, a 5-minute walk from Ocean Drive. Spacious and warm room starting at 250$. Strong points: the pool, staff availability, proximity to the beach. An excellent choice for its excellent value for money in Miami Beach!
• Uma House by Yurbban South Beach: Located 500 meters from the beach. Comfortable and well-equipped double room starting at 300$, breakfast for 23$. Strong points: the rooftop pool, bar, quality service, great location.
• Lennox Miami Beach: Located in South Beach. Tastefully decorated double room in a tropical style starting at 335$. Strong points: the pool, the decor and atmosphere of the hotel, the private beach. One of the best choices to stay neart the beach in Miami.
• The Betsy Hotel, South Beach: This 5-star hotel offers direct access to Miami Beach. You can stay in cosy rooms with marble bathrooms starting at 800$. Strong points: the rooftop pool with its beach view, the second pool, the dream location, the friendliness of the staff. My favorite for a romantic stay by the beach!
• 1 Hotel South Beach: This historic luxury hotel welcomes you by the ocean. It features superb, very stylish rooms with large windows starting at 1000$, breakfast for 50$. Strong points: the 3 stunning pools, beach access location, excellent breakfast. Simply the best hotel for a luxury stay in Miami!

In Downtown Miami

The downtown area of Miami is located on the mainland, west of Miami Beach.

It’s bordered on one side by Biscayne Bay and on the other by the Miami River.

This is the city’s business district and you’ll therefore find tall office buildings. Busy during the day, it becomes quieter at night.

Staying in Downtown Miami also allows you to move around easily, as the area has a central location and is well connected by public transportation.

I recommend staying in Downtown Miami:

• To quickly reach other neighborhoods worth visiting
• For shopping
• To go on excursions (cruises around the bay and visits to the Everglades, for example, depart from here)

Places to see and things to do in downtown Miami:

• Bayfront Park, which runs along the bay. Perfect for a stroll and to admire the yachts.
• The Great Miami Wheel, offering a superb view of the skyline, the bay, and Miami Beach.
• Bayside Marketplace, a large seaside shopping center with lots of shops and restaurants
• Going on a boat tour (click here) around the small islands where celebrities’ homes are located
• HistoryMiami, the city history museum
• Pérez Art Museum Miami with its collection of modern and contemporary art
• Kaseya Center, to watch a basketball game in an amazing atmosphere!

Here Are My Favorite Hotels in Central Miami

• Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown Brickell – Port of Miami: Located across from the Miami River. Cozy and spacious double rooms with river views, starting at 210$, breakfast included. Strong points: the pool, close to the metro, the view.
• citizenM Miami Worldcenter: Located a 10-minute walk from Bayfront Park. Contemporary double room with full home automation, starting at 260$, breakfast for 21$. Strong points: the rooftop pool area, central location, view, design. It’s an excellent hotel for a stay in downtown Miami, great value for money!
• The Elser Hotel Miami – An All-Suite Hotel: Located 300 meters from Bayside Marketplace. Very spacious suites with kitchen and balcony, starting at 430$. Strong points: sea view over the bay, heated rooftop pool, perfect location for getting around. This is my recommendation for a romantic stay in downtown Miami!
• InterContinental Miami, an IHG Hotel: This 5-star hotel is right on the bayfront and Bayfront Park. Price for double rooms start from 670$, breakfast for 35$. Strong points: valet service, very welcoming staff, comfortable beds, hearty breakfast.
• Hotel Beaux Arts, Autograph Collection: This luxury hotel has elegant, timelessly styled rooms from 700$, breakfast for 24$. Strong points: quality of service, stunning view, pool. Simply the best luxury hotel in Downtown Miami.

In Brickell District

Brickell district is located just across the Miami River, to the South of Downtown.

It’s also part of the downtown area and has the same features as Downtown, including some of the tallest skyscrapers in the city.

The only difference is that although it’s also a financial district, there are also many residential buildings.

You will love this neighborhood if:

• You’re looking for a lively area
• For a family stay.

In Brickell, you shouldn’t miss:

• Brickell City Centre: a beautiful open-air shopping center with a few luxury stores
• Brickell Avenue: the main avenue that runs through the entire district.
• Panorama Tower, the tallest skyscraper in Miami.
• Ride on the MetroMover, an elevated metro line that’s completely free and runs through downtown, allowing you to admire the buildings.
• Little Havana, a picturesque neighborhood, located just to the West of Brickell. It’s the perfect place to see Street Art or visit a cigar factory.

Where to Stay in Brickell, Miami?

• Smart Brickell Hotel: Located a 10-minute walk from Brickell Avenue. Stylishly furnished modern apartment with a sitting area, kitchen, and balcony, starting at 180$, breakfast included. Strong points: rooftop pool, view of Miami’s skyline, well-located, spacious.
• Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Miami Downtown/Brickell: Right next to the Metromover. Spacious room with a desk and city views, starting at 280$, breakfast included. Strong points: varied breakfast, located close to public transport, friendly staff. A great choice for your stay in Miami!
• Kimpton EPIC Hotel, an IHG Hotel: This 5-star hotel is on the bayfront. Double room with a balcony and nice water view starting at 540$, breakfast for 28$. Strong points: attentive staff, Spa, outdoor pool area. It’s my recommendation for a luxury stay in Brickell, Miami!

Where to Stay in Miami on a Budget

If you’re on a tighter budget, here’s a selection of affordable hotels in Miami:

• Beds n’Drinks: A hostel located in Miami Beach. Dorm beds starting from $30. Strong points: great location, cleanliness.
• Viajero Miami: A hostel situated in South Beach. Dorm beds starting from $90. Strong points: swimming pool, comfort, and many activities offered. An excellent choice for budget accommodation in Miami.
• James Hotel: Located in Miami Beach, just 5 minutes walk from the beach. Double rooms with a slightly outdated style starting from $120. Strong points: free parking, close to the beach. Another good address for an affordable stay in Miami!

Where to stay in Miami with Family

Most of the hotels I talked about in this guide have standard rooms with two double beds (which is very common in the USA) and can therefore easily accommodate up to 4 people.

So, you can book any of them for a family stay!

Here are 2 hotels offering fully equipped apartments with kitchen: it can be convenient, especially if you have children!

• Smart Brickell Hotel: Located in the Brickell district. A tastefully decorated modern apartment with a living area, kitchen, and balcony that can house up to 6 people, from $180, breakfast included. Strong points: rooftop swimming pool, view of the Miami skyline, well-located, spacious. The perfect place to stay in Miami with family without breaking the bank!
• Fortune House Hotel Suites: Located in Brickell. A suite for 4 guests, with a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine and balcony, starts at $340, breakfast for $22. Strong points: size of the apartment, ocean view, very comfortable, swimming pool. I highly recommend this hotel for a family stay in Miami!

What is the best hotel in Miami?

If you are looking for the best hotel in Miami, I recommend you the 1 Hotel South Beach.

And if you’re looking for something a little more affordable but still luxurious, you should book a night or more at  The Elser Hotel Miami – An All-Suite Hotel.

Where to stay in Miami: The best hotels

To give you a better overview of the best hotels in Miami, whether in the city center or elsewhere, I’ve prepared a table summarizing all the ones I talk about in this article.

You can sort them by price or by district!

Hotel	District	Price (from)
Kent Hotel	Miami Beach	180$
Viajero Miami	Miami Beach	250$
Uma House by Yurbban South Beach	Miami Beach	300$
Lennox Miami Beach	Miami Beach	335$
The Betsy Hotel	Miami Beach	800$
1 Hotel South Beach	Miami Beach	1000$
Comfort Inn&Suites Downtown Brickell	Miami city center	210$
Citizen M Miami Worldcenter	Miami city center	260$
The Elser Hotel	Miami city center	430$
InterContinental Miami, an IHG Hotel	Miami city center	670$
Hotel Beaux Arts, Autograph Collection	Miami city center	700$
Smart Brickell Hotel	Brickell	180$
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Miami	Brickell	280$
Kimpton EPIC Hotel, an IHG Hotel	Brickell	540$
Beds n'Drinks	Cheap Hotel	30$
Viajero Miami	Cheap Hotel	90$
James Hotel	Cheap Hotel	120$
Smart Brickell Hotel	Hotel for families	180$
Fortune House Hotel Suites	Hotel for families	340$

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