most have balconies. featuring views of biscayne bay and the atlantic ocean, this upscale hotel in a colorful high-rise building on miami beach is 4 miles from the high-end eateries on ocean drive and 8 miles from the perez art museum miami. upgraded suites add sleek, modern decor. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. featuring bay or ocean views, the chic 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom suites offer free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs, full kitchens and living rooms. coin-operated laundry facilities also are available. amenities include an outdoor olympic-sized pool with ocean views, plus a gym and tennis courts Miami International Airport 30 min
Jungle Island (20 min) Home to nearly 3,000 animal, bird & plant species, this destination boasts a petting zoo & trails. South Pointe Park Pier (21 min) Greenery & ocean views in a picturesque oasis with biking, skateboarding & an observation deck. Bayfront Park (19 min) Waterfront city green space with a popular amphitheater, landmark fountain & many community events. Bayside Marketplace (19 min) Large, waterside shopping center with many familiar stores, plus eateries & sit-down restaurants. Miami Beach Botanical Garden (12 min) 4-acre site with native Floridian & other tropical plants, Japanese garden, workshops & exhibits. Miami Children's Museum (18 min) $25 million complex for kids with hands-on exhibits, classes, a cruise ship replica & music studio. The Wolfsonian-Florida International University (15 min) Eclectic collection displayed in 1927-era building that also hosts lectures, films & arts events. Lummus Park (16 min) Sandy spot with beach access, plus a playground for young children & fitness equipment. Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (20 min) Historic estate with formal gardens & sculptures, grottos & circa-1914 mansion turned museum. Pérez Art Museum Miami (18 min) Sleek waterfront museum features modern & contemporary international artwork & educational programs. The Bass (9 min) Historic art deco space featuring diverse art, artifacts & sculpture garden, plus films & lectures. Art Deco Historic District (16 min) Famed the world over for its Art Deco, this area of Miami is the epicenter for architecture fans. Lincoln Road (12 min) Stylish bustling promenade with a range of chic retail shops, sidewalk cafes, bars & art galleries. PortMiami (21 min) Miami Seaquarium (23 min) Popular complex hosting shows, sealife displays & kids' playground, plus dolphin ride for extra fee. |