By Joshua Duvauchelle
The Best Hotels Near Miami Beach, FL
Miami beach, in southern Florida, is one of the
United States' premier beach
resort destinations. The city is on a barrier island just off the main coast of Florida and features sunny, white sand
beaches and a glamorous nightlife and restaurant scene. There are numerous hotels on Miami Beach. For a Florida vacation experience unlike any other, choose a hotel that is steps from entertainment hot spots and the famous beach.
Trump International Beach Resort Miami
Business magnate Donald Trump's signature Miami Beach resort is in the exclusive Sunny Isles region of Miami Beach. Each of the resort's 390 rooms focuses on indulging guests with amenities like 42-inch plasma TVs and private balconies with sweeping views of the shimmering Atlantic Ocean. Rejuvenate at the spa, refresh yourself with a dip in the resort's grotto-style pool and sample international dishes at Neomi's, the hotel's award-winning restaurant.
Trump International Beach Resort Miami
18001 Collins Ave.
Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160
(305) 692-5600
www.trumpmiami.com
The Whitelaw Hotel
Adjacent to the popular Lummus Park, the Whitelaw boutique hotel is a destination unto itself. Everything about the hotel is fun and quirky, such as the faux graffiti on the building's walls and the lavender-painted rooms with Victorian furniture. The hotel's average nightly rate of $100-plus is a steal for the property's location and amenities, which include free cocktails every night, VIP passes to some of Miami Beach's hottest nightclubs and free shuttle service to Miami International Airport.
The Whitelaw Hotel
808 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
(305) 398-7000
www.whitelawhotel.com
The Betsy Hotel
One of Miami Beach's smallest hotels, this exclusive boutique resort focuses on luxurious quality rather than quantity, with just 63 rooms. You'll get to know the hotel staff well as you wander the landmark building's Colonial-style interior. In your room, you're greeted with nice accents such as Italian upholstery, Thassos marble bathrooms and raffia-covered ceilings. Sunbathe next to the hidden garden pool or get a relaxing spa treatment on the hotel's roof. After a long day of pleasure, satisfy your appetite at the hotel's award-winning steakhouse, which has been featured in magazines like "Bon Appetit" and "Esquire."
The Betsy Hotel
1440 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
(866) 792-3879
www.thebetsyhotel.com
Tides Hotel
Miami Beach isn't just about partying and relaxing. When traveling through on business, visitors want both function and form. The Tides, near the Miami Beach Convention Center, delivers both with an art deco-themed property that was renovated in 2007. Business-friendly services include secretarial and translation services, 24-hour room service and a penthouse meeting room. After a stressful day, relax in one of 45 suites with stunning views of the beach and designer bathroom accessories from Molton Brown.
Tides Hotel
1220 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
(800) 439-4095
www.tidessouthbeach.com
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About the Author:
Joshua Duvauchelle is an editor and journalist who has been writing since 2000. His work has appeared in various national and international magazines, including "Honolulu Magazine." Duvauchelle graduated with honors from Trinity Western University, holding a Bachelor of Arts in professional communications, and earned a certificate in applied leadership and public affairs from the Laurentian Leadership Centre.
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Raymond Bosma