Dreaming of sun, sand, and ocean views? The best Miami hotels on the beach offer the perfect mix of luxury, style, and that signature South Florida energy. From iconic oceanfront resorts in Miami Beach that have hosted celebrities for decades to chic new boutique hotels with rooftop pools and private cabanas, these stays put you just steps from the Atlantic Ocean. Whether you’re planning a romantic escape, a family vacation, or a glamorous weekend getaway, here are the top Miami oceanfront hotels and beach resorts you’ll love for your next trip.
Best Miami Hotels on the Beach
Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Situated on oceanfront Collins Avenue in the heart of Millionaire’s Row, Fontainebleau Miami Beach is one of the most historically and architecturally significant hotels on Miami Beach, Florida. Its iconic design is a spectacular blend of Miami’s glamorous golden era and stylish modern luxury. The 22-acre oceanfront Miami Beach hotel features signature restaurants by award-winning chefs; two chic nightlife venues including LIV; a two-story spa, a virtually endless poolscape, miles of pristine beach and state-of-the-art conference and event facilities.
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1 Hotel South Beach
1 Hotel South Beach is a sexed-up addition to Miami’s already sizzling scene. The hotel features four ocean view swimming pools; fully outfitted cabanas; three superb restaurants and bars from award-winning chef Tom Colicchio; One of the largest rooftop pools in South Beach. Residents can enjoy access to an array of unique experiences whether it’s indulging in an oceanfront massage, sipping organic wine at the ocean’s edge, or exploring the exciting nearby attractions of Miami.
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Faena Hotel
Perched overlooking spectacular white sand and turquoise waters, Faena Hotel Miami Beach features 179 guestrooms and suites conceived by Alan Faena and designed by award-winning film director/producer Baz Luhrmann and four-time Academy Award(R)-winning production and costume designer Catherine Martin. Typifying South American warmth of spirit, Faena Hotel Miami Beach sets a new benchmark for hospitality.
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Loews Miami Beach
One of the most family-friendly oceanfront resorts in Miami Beach, the Loews Miami Beach offers its lavish lagoon-style oceanfront swimming pool, VIP Soak cabanas and the Sobe Kids Club. The resort is also home to a collection of dining experiences featuring local Miami purveyors, including Azucar Ice Cream Company. At 790 rooms, it’s one of the largest hotels on the beach boasting Exhale Spa for fabulous treatments and Core Fusion classes, plus an inviting lagoon-style pool.
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The Ritz-Carlton South Beach
You can’t go wrong with the high level of service at the Ritz-Carlton, just steps from the tents on the beach. Located on the beach in the city’s Art Deco district, this 5-star hotel features a full-service spa and on-site dining with Mediterranean and Latin American cuisine. The The DiLido Beach Club has the unique distinction as one of the only beachfront restaurants in South Beach. It’s a great casual spot to soak in the ambiance, share a few small plates and listen to live music.
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The Miami Beach EDITION
Surround yourself with luxury at The Miami Beach EDITION. Spacious rooms, suites and bungalows benefit from modern design elements and city, pool, or ocean views. This beachfront Miami Beach hotel features an on-site ice skating rink, 2 outdoor pools, and a petite spa. A bowling alley, nightclub, and fitness center are available for guests to enjoy on site at The EDITION. A luxury spa and fitness center, two outdoor ocean-facing pools, sophisticated indoor and charming outdoor venues and extraordinary dining, including restaurants developed by Michelin-starred Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, await you.
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The National Hotel
Nestled in South Beach’s celebrated Art Deco neighborhood, our Miami Beach oceanfront hotel evokes cinematic elegance, boasting 116 newly designed city and direct ocean view guest rooms in our Historic Tower and 36 luxurious cabanas and suites, skirted alongside native tropical palm trees and Miami Beaches longest infinity-edge pool.
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Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel
Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel is a trendy and hip boutique hotel in South Beach Miami. Recently renovated with Art Deco charisma, the boutique hotel has grown up beautifully. Enjoy private pool cabanas to bright and airy accommodations to curated DAYLIFE activities that inspire your playful side. Enjoy a craft cocktail at The Social Club, or dine beneath the stars at High Tide Beach Bar and Grill, ocean waves soundtrack included.
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Hilton Bentley
Located at the southern tip of Ocean Drive, Hilton Bentley Miami/South Beach offers a stylish beachfront escape in the heart of Miami’s most exclusive neighborhood. Just steps from celebrated restaurants like Carbone, Joe’s Stone Crab, Prime 112, and Smith & Wollensky, the resort sits perfectly between world-class dining and the natural beauty of South Pointe Park. Guests enjoy spacious suites with modern amenities, a serene pool deck with ocean views, and direct access to the white sands of South Beach. Blending sophistication with convenience, Hilton Bentley is an ideal stay for those seeking both vibrant nightlife and laid-back seaside luxury.
Acqualina Resort & Residences
Experience Mediterranean-inspired splendor at Acqualina Resort & Residences, an exquisite oceanfront retreat in Sunny Isles Beach. Impeccable service, luxurious suites, and pristine beaches await discerning travelers seeking the pinnacle of indulgence. Immerse yourself in the tranquil spa, savor exquisite dining options, or simply relax in the comfort of your elegantly appointed room. Acqualina promises an enchanting escape for those seeking the utmost in luxury.
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SLS South Beach
Your luxury hotel in South Beach, where you can call on close friends, Philippe Starck, Chef José Andrés and Lenny Kravitz for a beachfront getaway like no other. Tuck away in our Miami boutique hotel, score the hottest reservations in Miami or play it coy at Hyde Beach, no matter your destination at SLS Hotel South Beach, you can always count on welcoming service, redefined luxury, and undeniable style. At SLS, you don’t need to go to South Beach. South Beach has come to you.
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Eden Roc Miami Beach
A vibrant city transitions to a beachside oasis. Designed by famed architect Morris Lapidus, Eden Roc Miami Beach is one of the most iconic and architecturally significant hotels in Miami, lending nostalgic glamour to a modern beachfront resort experience. Your Vibrant Beachfront Oasis Awaits. Three Distinct Pools, Beachfront Cabanas, Award-Winning Dining and Contemporary Design.
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The Setai
The Setai is an intimate, serene oceanfront resort in the heart of South Beach. Its design vision artfully combines the rich architectural history of the neighborhood and its cultural diversity with the International Art Deco movement, particularly its influence in Asia. Their modern Asian restaurant, Jaya, invites you to discover a menu that dedicated to the traditional flavors and dishes of Asia from China, India, Thailand and Japan and a traditional Sunday Jazz Brunch.
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Andaz Miami Beach, by Hyatt
Ideally located between the hustle of South Beach and the bustle of Miami’s hip art districts, The Andaz Miami Beach captures the mid-century quality of life in retro-glam style. The 354-room Collins Avenue hotel provides a kaleidoscope of ambiance like vibrant mid-century modern décor, direct access to famous Miami Beach, a chic backyard pool vibe with colorful cabanas and bungalows and mod rooftop spa.
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W SOUTH BEACH
Boasting an oversized oceanfront swimming pool tucked away behind neatly manicured seagrape hedges, W South Beach is a favorite hideaway for the celebrity set. The oceanfront resort boasts a beautiful stretch of sand in South Beach beneath bright pink and white umbrellas where beach attendants know how to provide VIP treatment to all guests. Delight in a gourmet menu, cocktails and fine wine delivered from the hotel’s onsite restaurant and bar straight to your beach chair.
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Nautilus Sonesta Miami Beach
The best thing about Nautilus isn’t just that it’s in a ridiculously gorgeous 1950s-era Art Deco building, nor that it’s got a fabulous outdoor pool surrounded by cabanas and offers tons of spa services. The absolute best thing about Nautilus is its price. Nowhere else in Miami can you get quite so much luxury at quite such reasonable prices.
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The Palms Hotel & Spa
Tucked away on Miami Beach’s iconic Collins Avenue, The Palms Hotel & Spa is a serene oceanfront retreat where tropical tranquility meets upscale luxury. Surrounded by lush gardens and direct beach access, this eco-friendly resort blends a laid-back island vibe with refined elegance, offering spacious rooms with sweeping views, a holistic AVEDA spa, and farm-to-table dining at Essensia Restaurant. Whether you’re lounging by the pool under swaying palms, indulging in wellness experiences, or savoring cocktails at sunset, The Palms creates a sanctuary that feels worlds away—yet just minutes from the vibrant energy of South Beach.
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort
Perched on the pristine shores of Miami Beach’s northern tip, The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort is the epitome of refined coastal luxury. This Forbes five-star oceanfront haven offers sleek, spacious suites with floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies that frame sweeping Atlantic views. Guests can indulge in world-class dining, rejuvenate at the tranquil Remède Spa, or relax in private cabanas by the sparkling pools. With its signature butler service, curated art collection, and direct access to Bal Harbour Shops, The St. Regis delivers an experience that is both effortlessly elegant and unmistakably Miami chic.
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