By Maggie Hira
South
Miami is home to the renowned stretch of real estate known as South
beach. With its Art Deco architecture, prime dining and shopping fixtures and sandy
beaches, the area is one of the city's most popular tourist destinations and a favorite of celebrities like Jennifer Lopez, Anna Kournikova and Ricky Martin. Lavish lodgings and gorgeous surroundings keep guests coming back again and again.
The Setai
The Setai is a 5-star luxury hotel in the heart of Miami's South Beach. The property is designed in classic Art Deco. It features three beach-front pools complete with private pods and daybeds, a world-class spa offering massages, facials and manicures and pedicures, and a fitness center with personal trainers. The hotel also provides babysitting, private chef and dog-walking services (for dogs under 20 lbs.).
2001 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 520-6000
http://www.setai.com
Gansevoort South
The Gansevoort South is one of the trendiest hotels in South Miami, often visited by celebrities and socialites. The property is famous for its infinity-edge rooftop pool called "Plunge," with sweeping views of the beach, and its 50-foot-long shark tank. Amenities include butler service, packing/unpacking services, yoga and pilates studios, and a spa. Cocktail lounges and a restaurant serving contemporary Asian cuisine provide superb dining and entertainment.
2377 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
(877) 467-6451
http://gansevoortsouth-px.trvlclick.com
Ritz-Carlton South Beach
This Ritz-Carlton brand hotel is one of the most opulent hotels in South Miami. It is home to the Ritz-Carlton spa, which consists of 14 private treatment rooms. The establishment boasts four individual restaurants, such as The Dilido Beach Club (Mediterranean cuisine) and the David Bouley Evolution (French and Japanese fusion). Services include laundry valet, overnight shoe shine and child care.
One Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
(786) 276-4000
http://www.ritzcarlton.com/southbeach
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About the Author:
Maggie Hira has been writing professionally since 2006. She has written for numerous websites and print publications, including "LA.Direct Magazine" and The Budget Fashionista. Hira holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of California, Los Angeles.
