amenities include 3 outdoor pools, a private beach, a full-service spa (surcharge) and several on-site eateries, from casual to fine dining. teak-accented, asian-inspired suites from studios to a 4-bedroom penthouse feature italian linens, espresso coffeemakers, free wifi and flat-screen tvs, as well as surround sound and rainfall showerheads. half a mile from the upscale lincoln road mall and 3 blocks from the miami beach convention center, this high-end all-suite hotel fronts the ocean in south beach's lively art deco district. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. some add kitchens and whirlpool baths Miami International Airport 30 min
Miami Beach Botanical Garden (12 min) 4-acre site with native Floridian & other tropical plants, Japanese garden, workshops & exhibits. Lincoln Road (10 min) Stylish bustling promenade with a range of chic retail shops, sidewalk cafes, bars & art galleries. Pérez Art Museum Miami (20 min) Sleek waterfront museum features modern & contemporary international artwork & educational programs. The Wolfsonian-Florida International University (6 min) Eclectic collection displayed in 1927-era building that also hosts lectures, films & arts events. Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (20 min) Historic estate with formal gardens & sculptures, grottos & circa-1914 mansion turned museum. PortMiami (22 min) Bayfront Park (19 min) Waterfront city green space with a popular amphitheater, landmark fountain & many community events. Lummus Park (6 min) Sandy spot with beach access, plus a playground for young children & fitness equipment. The Bass (4 min) Historic art deco space featuring diverse art, artifacts & sculpture garden, plus films & lectures. Jungle Island (14 min) Home to nearly 3,000 animal, bird & plant species, this destination boasts a petting zoo & trails. South Pointe Park Pier (13 min) Greenery & ocean views in a picturesque oasis with biking, skateboarding & an observation deck. Bayside Marketplace (20 min) Large, waterside shopping center with many familiar stores, plus eateries & sit-down restaurants. Art Deco Historic District (7 min) Famed the world over for its Art Deco, this area of Miami is the epicenter for architecture fans. Miami Seaquarium (23 min) Popular complex hosting shows, sealife displays & kids' playground, plus dolphin ride for extra fee. Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach (11 min) Self-guided tours at an outdoor Holocaust museum with a memorial wall & a huge human hand sculpture. |