| upgraded apartments add expansive terraces and panoramic views of the ocean. set 3 miles from i-195, this upscale apartment hotel across a boardwalk from miami beach is also 6 miles from the shops, galleries and dining of bustling lincoln road. amenities include an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a sauna and a gym, along with a kids' play area and a rooftop terrace garden. featuring balconies with beach or city views, the contemporary 1-bedroom apartments have wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, as well as kitchens and floor-to-ceiling windows. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. breakfast is available (fee). babysitting and grocery delivery service can be arranged for a surcharge
Miami International Airport 33 min
Lummus Park (21 min)
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