| penthouse suites feature individual floor plans and private terraces; some have round beds. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. bright, minimalist rooms decorated with crystal chandeliers include minifridges, ipod docking stations and flat-screen tvs. bathrooms have mosaic tile and rainfall showerheads. within a 5-minute walk of the beach, this 1937 boutique hotel is 6 minutes by foot from shopping and dining on lincoln road mall. a resort fee covers wi-fi, beach towels and an in-room safe. a casual lounge serves continental breakfast (also covered by resort fee) in the morning, and offers mojitos and other cocktails later in the day. theres a courtyard with rattan furniture
Miami International Airport 29 min
South Pointe Park Pier (10 min)
Greenery & ocean views in a picturesque oasis with biking, skateboarding & an observation deck. Jungle Island (11 min)
Home to nearly 3,000 animal, bird & plant species, this destination boasts a petting zoo & trails. Miami Seaquarium (22 min)
Popular complex hosting shows, sealife displays & kids' playground, plus dolphin ride for extra fee. Art Deco Historic District (9 min)
Famed the world over for its Art Deco, this area of Miami is the epicenter for architecture fans. Bayfront Park (18 min)
Waterfront city green space with a popular amphitheater, landmark fountain & many community events. Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (19 min)
Historic estate with formal gardens & sculptures, grottos & circa-1914 mansion turned museum. The Bass (14 min)
Historic art deco space featuring diverse art, artifacts & sculpture garden, plus films & lectures. Bayside Marketplace (17 min)
Large, waterside shopping center with many familiar stores, plus eateries & sit-down restaurants. The Wolfsonian-Florida International University (9 min)
Eclectic collection displayed in 1927-era building that also hosts lectures, films & arts events. Pérez Art Museum Miami (17 min)
Sleek waterfront museum features modern & contemporary international artwork & educational programs. PortMiami (19 min) Miami Children's Museum (13 min)
$25 million complex for kids with hands-on exhibits, classes, a cruise ship replica & music studio. Lummus Park (8 min)
Sandy spot with beach access, plus a playground for young children & fitness equipment. Lincoln Road (14 min)
Stylish bustling promenade with a range of chic retail shops, sidewalk cafes, bars & art galleries. Miami Beach Botanical Garden (6 min)
4-acre site with native Floridian & other tropical plants, Japanese garden, workshops & exhibits. | 
