And the hotels? Well, they're not messing around either. From kid-toting luxury to full-throttle party utopias, here are ten of the best hotels in Miami, each with unique amenities designed to meet your specialized needs.
Best for Families
Acqualina Resort & Residences17875 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach
305-918-8000
acqualinaresort.com
This Mediterranean-style fantasyland is what happens when family-minded accommodations meet luxury. With three-bedroom suites and the wildly charming AcquaMarine kids' program — a phone-free, ocean-focused activity camp — even your toddler will feel like royalty. Families can also enjoy cornhole and beachside soccer, but when the little ones are building sandcastles and decoding marine biology, you can disappear into the spa for some R & R.
Best Artsy Hotel
Arlo Wynwood2217 NW Miami Ct., Miami
786-522-6600
arlohotels.com
Part boutique hotel, part creativity hub, Arlo Wynwood is where your inner artist checks in and your outer Instagrammer loses its mind. There's a rooftop pool, courtyard cocktails, and striking murals to match the hotel's surrounding neighborhood. Even the gym is good-looking here. The newly opened Wyn Wyn, a Latin-Asian fusion spot from chef Amado Rodriguez, adds that much more flavor to the mix.
Best for Golf Bros
The Biltmore Hotel1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables
305-445-1926
biltmorehotel.com
With palm trees, polo shirts, and a golf course that's more storied than maybe even your grandpa's war tales, the Biltmore is the place to perfect your swing and sip martinis in monogrammed slippers. Originally opened in 1926, this Coral Gables icon has Spanish-style charm, vintage swagger, and a pool that could host a synchronized swimming world championship. It's old-school luxe without the dusty vibes—and primed to work on your handicap.
Best for No-Nonsense Namaste
Carillon Miami Wellness Resort6801 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
786-319-9563
carillonhotel.com
If your soul is screaming for a detox and your body wants a sea view, Carillon is your sanctuary. With a thermal hydrotherapy circuit, Bryte smart beds, oceanfront yoga, and an actual wellness concierge, it's like your chakras booked their own vacation. You'll find healthy eats, in-room fitness, and a spa that could make Gwyneth Paltrow cry tears of joy.
The Stay and Play Paradise
Fontainebleau Miami Beach4441 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
800-548-8886
fontainebleau.com
If you came to Miami to turn up, consider this your personal paradise. Between the legendary LIV nightclub and Arkadia's all-day poolside ragers, the Fontainebleau is an all-you-can-handle buffet of adult fun. In many ways, it's a party that just happens to have beds.
Best Historical Haven
Four Seasons Hotel at the Surf Club9011 Collins Ave., Surfside
305-381-3333
fourseasons.com
Before Miami was cool (and yes, there was a time before Miami was cool), the Surf Club was already on its champagne-fueled glow-up. Built in 1930 by tire magnate Harvey Firestone, it hosted royalty, rock stars, and Winston freakin' Churchill. Fast-forward to now, and the Four Seasons has brought that classic luxury back with marble-laced suites, pristine pools, and a level of quiet sophistication that whispers "old-money." Come for the history, stay for the champagne (yes, there's a Champagne Bar).
Good for the 'Gram
The Goodtime Hotel601 Washington Ave., Miami Beach
786-687-0234
thegoodtimehotel.com
Pastel everything, palm-printed walls, and a pool scene curated by Pharrell? This candy-coated dreamland may be Miami's most photogenic playground. Bring a cute outfit and a backup battery pack. You've got content to create, and you have options.
The Best Friend of Man's Best Friend
InterContinental Miami100 Chopin Plz., Miami
305-577-1000
icmiamihotel.com
For the jet-setting pet parent, InterContinental rolls out the plushest pawsible experience. There's Baywalk access and oodles of pet perks when you book a stay. Among them: a curated gift box for you and your pet, a dog bed and bowls (upon request), a complimentary Intercontinental dog bandana, and YumPup dog food. With newly renovated suites and an art-filled lobby built around a 70-ton marble sculpture, it's business, beauty, and belly rubs under one roof.
Best for DINKs (Dual Income, No Kids)
Mr. C Miami Coconut Grove2988 McFarlane Rd., Miami
305-800-6672
mrccoconutgrove.com
Sophisticated, sexy, and just far enough from the chaos of Downtown and Miami Beach, Mr. C is where child-free couples come to bask in curated calm. Think yacht-club chic meets Italian Riviera glam, with bellinis on the rooftop and interiors resembling a Wes Anderson fever dream.
Best Bougie Option
St. Regis Bal Harbour9703 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour
305-993-3300
marriott.com
This isn't just a hotel, it's the penthouse-level fantasy your vision board has been manifesting. St. Regis Bal Harbour offers butler service, and every single detail feels custom-made for you. Tranquility pool? Check. Oceanfront day villas with air-conditioning and plush lounges? You got it. The only thing missing is a crown. (And let's be honest, you're probably bringing your own anyway.)
