By Isabel Prontes
The city of
Miami beach, in southern Florida, lies on an island between the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay. This popular tourist destination has vibrant
beaches, a lively Art Deco historic district, bustling Ocean Drive, a variety of hotels and endless things to do. Due to these attractions, there is a high demand for hotels in Miami.
National Hotel South Beach
The National Hotel South Beach has a central locale within the Art Deco Historic District. Located on the oceanfront (with easy access to the beach), the hotel blends classic sophistication with modern amenities. It is a short walk to nightlife, dining and shopping attractions (and only two blocks from the Miami Convention Center). The hotel has 151 spacious guest rooms and luxurious suites, a full-service gourmet restaurant, round-the-clock room service, an infinity swimming pool, spa treatments, event space (2,200 square feet), complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access, and security safe. This is an excellent Miami Beach hotel for those who want proximity to nightlife.
National Hotel South Beach
1677 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
(305) 532-2311
www.nationalhotel.com
Claridge Hotel
With its romantic Mediterranean-influenced architectural style, the Claridge Hotel is a boutique accommodation with 50 spacious guest rooms and suites. The hotel is close to many shops, restaurants, theaters, museums, lounges and nightclubs. Some of the hotel's amenities include 24-hour front desk service, laundry and dry cleaning services, an extensive business center, guest parking, a boardroom, an indoor jacuzzi, a rooftop terrace, and a full-service restaurant that specializes in Mediterranean/Caribbean fusion cuisine. This is a particularly quiet, tranquil hotel for those looking for peace and relaxation.
Claridge Hotel
3500 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, Florida 33140
(305) 604-8485
www.claridgemiamibeach.com
Catalina Hotel & Beach Club
The Catalina Hotel & Beach Club is a stylish and sophisticated accommodation that offers many in-room luxuries and conveniences, such as Belgian sheets (300-thread count), Swedish mattresses, massage treatments, plasma television, cotton pique robes, and extra-large towels. The hotel is nonsmoking and has two rooftop swimming pools, complimentary drinks every night, complimentary airport shuttle service, two full-service restaurants, and three lounges and bars. It is just steps away from the beach. This is a suitable hotel for those looking to spend a lot of time on the beach.
Catalina Hotel & Beach Club
1732-1756 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
(305) 674-1160
www.catalinahotel.com
Indian Creek Hotel
Three minutes from the Historic Art Deco District, the Indian Creek Hotel, built in 1936, is a budget-friendly boutique accommodation in South Beach. The hotel has a relaxed, serene vibe and is only 15 minutes from Miami International Airport. The hotel offers complimentary pastries and fresh coffee every morning, a security safe, a multilingual staff, broadband wireless Internet access, cable television, blow dryers, CD players and refrigerators in the rooms, outdoor pool and full-service restaurant. This hotel is excellent for those who are looking to save money on hotels.
Indian Creek Hotel
2727 Indian Creek Drive
Miami Beach, Florida 33140
(305) 531-2727
www.indiancreekhotel.com
Clay Hotel
Located in the central Historic Art Deco District, the Clay Hotel is an attractive, affordable boutique hotel only 2 minutes away from the city's white sand beaches. It has several room options, including traditional guest rooms, family rooms and spacious villas. All of the accommodations are en-suite and come equipped with amenities like satellite television, telephone, voicemail, ceiling fan, air conditioning, and refrigerator. This is another excellent hotel option for those looking to save money on accommodations, yet still stay in a convenient, comfortable and attractive place.
Clay Hotel
1438 Washington Ave.
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
(305) 534-2988
www.clayhotel.com
About the Author:
Isabel Prontes is a freelance writer and traveler residing in Manhattan, NY. She has traveled to five continents and counting. Her work has appeared on a number of websites, such as Travels, eHow.com and "Happy Living Magazine." Prontes has a professional background in public relations; she received a bachelor's degree in communication studies from Pace University.
