| chic, eclectic rooms with crystal chandeliers and baroque-inspired decor offer flat-screen tvs and ipod docks, plus minibars, minifridges and marble bathrooms. set in the art deco district, this upscale funky hotel is 1 block from the beach and 10 miles from miami international airport. there's a vegan restaurant, plus a sleek bar and lounge that features evening entertainment. a daily resort fee covers wi-fi and evening drinks. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Miami International Airport 26 min
Miami Beach Botanical Garden (9 min)
4-acre site with native Floridian & other tropical plants, Japanese garden, workshops & exhibits. Lummus Park (6 min)
Sandy spot with beach access, plus a playground for young children & fitness equipment. Lincoln Road (8 min)
Stylish bustling promenade with a range of chic retail shops, sidewalk cafes, bars & art galleries. Art Deco Historic District (5 min)
Famed the world over for its Art Deco, this area of Miami is the epicenter for architecture fans. Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (16 min)
Historic estate with formal gardens & sculptures, grottos & circa-1914 mansion turned museum. Pérez Art Museum Miami (14 min)
Sleek waterfront museum features modern & contemporary international artwork & educational programs. The Bass (8 min)
Historic art deco space featuring diverse art, artifacts & sculpture garden, plus films & lectures. PortMiami (16 min) South Pointe Park Pier (7 min)
Greenery & ocean views in a picturesque oasis with biking, skateboarding & an observation deck. Miami Children's Museum (10 min)
$25 million complex for kids with hands-on exhibits, classes, a cruise ship replica & music studio. The Wolfsonian-Florida International University (4 min)
Eclectic collection displayed in 1927-era building that also hosts lectures, films & arts events. Bayside Marketplace (14 min)
Large, waterside shopping center with many familiar stores, plus eateries & sit-down restaurants. Jungle Island (8 min)
Home to nearly 3,000 animal, bird & plant species, this destination boasts a petting zoo & trails. Bayfront Park (14 min)
Waterfront city green space with a popular amphitheater, landmark fountain & many community events. Miami Seaquarium (19 min)
Popular complex hosting shows, sealife displays & kids' playground, plus dolphin ride for extra fee. | 
