| amenities include an 8th-floor outdoor pool and lounge offering panoramic bay views, in addition to a gym, and a restaurant serving latin-inspired cuisine. sophisticated rooms feature free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and coffeemakers; some have views of coconut grove or biscayne bay. suites offer kitchens, dining areas, and living rooms with pull-out sofas, as well as balconies. a 5-minute walk from barnacle historic state park, this modern hotel featuring contemporary artwork is 2 miles from vizcaya museum & gardens and 4 miles from downtown. upgraded rooms add kitchenettes. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Miami International Airport 28 min
Miami Children's Museum (16 min)
$25 million complex for kids with hands-on exhibits, classes, a cruise ship replica & music studio. South Pointe Park Pier (22 min)
Greenery & ocean views in a picturesque oasis with biking, skateboarding & an observation deck. Bayside Marketplace (17 min)
Large, waterside shopping center with many familiar stores, plus eateries & sit-down restaurants. Crandon Park (18 min)
Popular island park with protected beach, tennis & amusement centers, eco-tours & concessions. Bayfront Park (15 min)
Waterfront city green space with a popular amphitheater, landmark fountain & many community events. Matheson Hammock Park (17 min)
Breezy sheltered beach with a man-made atoll pool that accommodates new swimmers & kiteboarders. PortMiami (19 min) Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden (13 min)
Sizable horticultural destination with a guided tour via tram, water features & a butterfly exhibit. Pérez Art Museum Miami (16 min)
Sleek waterfront museum features modern & contemporary international artwork & educational programs. Art Deco Historic District (24 min)
Famed the world over for its Art Deco, this area of Miami is the epicenter for architecture fans. Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (10 min)
Historic estate with formal gardens & sculptures, grottos & circa-1914 mansion turned museum. Miami Seaquarium (15 min)
Popular complex hosting shows, sealife displays & kids' playground, plus dolphin ride for extra fee. Jungle Island (17 min)
Home to nearly 3,000 animal, bird & plant species, this destination boasts a petting zoo & trails. Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park (23 min)
Park with historic lighthouse drawing weekend crowds for beaches, fishing, cycling & more. Venetian Pool (13 min)
Iconic, spring-water-filled pool built in 1923 boasting waterfalls, grottos & a tropical backdrop. | 
