most rooms feature minifridges and flat-screen tvs. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. this low-key lodging, housed in an art deco building dating from 1936, is a block from the beach and 1. amenities include free wi-fi and a computer station in the lobby, as well as a patio with seating that overlooks collins avenue. 8 miles from the miami beach convention center. straightforward rooms offer cable tv, cd players and coffeemakers Miami International Airport 28 min
Miami Beach Botanical Garden (10 min) 4-acre site with native Floridian & other tropical plants, Japanese garden, workshops & exhibits. The Bass (7 min) Historic art deco space featuring diverse art, artifacts & sculpture garden, plus films & lectures. Bayfront Park (17 min) Waterfront city green space with a popular amphitheater, landmark fountain & many community events. South Pointe Park Pier (19 min) Greenery & ocean views in a picturesque oasis with biking, skateboarding & an observation deck. Miami Seaquarium (21 min) Popular complex hosting shows, sealife displays & kids' playground, plus dolphin ride for extra fee. Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (18 min) Historic estate with formal gardens & sculptures, grottos & circa-1914 mansion turned museum. The Wolfsonian-Florida International University (13 min) Eclectic collection displayed in 1927-era building that also hosts lectures, films & arts events. Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach (8 min) Self-guided tours at an outdoor Holocaust museum with a memorial wall & a huge human hand sculpture. Lummus Park (14 min) Sandy spot with beach access, plus a playground for young children & fitness equipment. Art Deco Historic District (14 min) Famed the world over for its Art Deco, this area of Miami is the epicenter for architecture fans. Pérez Art Museum Miami (16 min) Sleek waterfront museum features modern & contemporary international artwork & educational programs. PortMiami (19 min) Jungle Island (18 min) Home to nearly 3,000 animal, bird & plant species, this destination boasts a petting zoo & trails. Lincoln Road (10 min) Stylish bustling promenade with a range of chic retail shops, sidewalk cafes, bars & art galleries. Bayside Marketplace (17 min) Large, waterside shopping center with many familiar stores, plus eateries & sit-down restaurants. |