After quietly opening and accepting reservations throughout October, Moxy Miami Wynwood, the latest opening from the experiential lifestyle hotel brand that breaks the rules when it comes to conventional stays, has officially opened its doors at 255 NW 25th Street in the heart of the Wynwood Arts District. Surrounded by art galleries, entertainment, dining and shopping and next door to the acclaimed murals of Wynwood Walls, the newly-built, eight-story hotel is a 50/50 joint venture partnership between Baywood Hotels and Dolphin Capital Partners with architecture by Miami-based Kobi Karp Architecture and Interior Design Inc. The largest and most central hospitality project in Wynwood, the property occupies a coveted location. Interior design is from New York-based iCrave, a Journey studio.
The hotel features 120 playfully designed rooms, a 24/7 fitness center, and a welcoming second-floor lobby featuring a full-service bar that doubles as the hotel’s check-in area and serves as the buzzing hub of the stylishly whimsical property.
Guests enter at street level through a brightly painted entrance for a short elevator ride to the lobby. Here they are greeted at check-in/the bar with a complimentary “Moxy Welcome Cocktail” – a Haku Vodka-infused drink combined with a locally inspired Yuzu and Lavender essence reflective of the neighborhood’s vibrant and colorful atmosphere. The functionality of the check-in process is transformed into a playful and fun social experience kicking things off on the right note; breaking down the definition of the traditional hotel arrival. Indeed, the spacious lobby has plenty of seating arrangements with modern and comfortable furniture, statement lighting, and whimsical details that make it a great place to hang out with friends, grab a drink or a bite, play board games, foosball, poker, or read one of the art and design books on display. The lobby will even sometimes feature local DJs who enhance the atmosphere with carefully selected tracks to captivate the guests (aka Fun Hunters). Bar Moxy also offers breakfast and a Bevvies and Bites dinner menu featuring signature cocktails as well as bites including arepas, flats, and dips. There is also 24/7 availability of the Grab N Go menu for those on the run or just interested in a Cup of Noodles after hours or a cup of joe before heading back out into Wynwood.
“With the opening of Moxy Miami Wynwood, we’re unveiling a dynamic hub that mirrors the neighborhood’s eclectic charm,” expressed Chris Thompson, General Manager aka “Captain” of Moxy Miami Wynwood. “In homage to the neighborhood that we are so excited to be a part of, every detail of the hotel has been thoughtfully curated to engage guests and foster connections with the local community. From the captivating artwork adorning our walls to the welcoming ambiance of our lobby bar, we’re reflecting Wynwood’s many charms in our amenities and our overall vibe.”
Ranging from 211 to 592-square-feet, the rooms at Moxy Miami Wynwood make great use of limited space, without sacrificing style, with comfortable bedding in arrangements suitable for everyone from solo travelers to friend groups. Signature features include Murphy desks, under-bed storage, and ample outlets for smartphones and other electronic devices.
Bathrooms extend the theme of spaces well designed, with signature Moxy hairdryers, modern lighting, and handheld steamers, and feature Gilchrist and Soames products. Guestrooms come in five configurations that pay homage to Miami via names – King (Graffiti Grove); Double Queen (MIA Playground); Double Queen and Bunk (La Familia); Quad Twin (Let’s Bunk) and Mojito XL (King Suite).
The Moxy also boasts a 3,000-square-foot outdoor space off the second-floor lobby, suitable for meetings and events as well as a small meeting room, The Timeout Zone, that can accommodate up to 36 guests. The fitness center is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Included in the amenity fee, the hotel is pet-friendly and offers mobile check-in, bike rentals, and admission to the adjacent museum of murals, the world-famous Wynwood Walls. Guests can even arrange for bedtime stories by clicking a button on their in-room phone.
With more than 100 properties in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the Moxy brand by Marriott International launched in 2014 with Moxy Milan. Offering compact smartly designed rooms, and inviting public spaces, the brand continues to grow worldwide, with a mandate for opening new hotels that feel at home in the neighborhoods they occupy – high energy, playful, and stylish locations. Moxy inhabits each place as an active citizen and good neighbor via community involvement, design, programming, mixology, and overall vibe. Given that Wynwood is an epicenter for visual art, it’s only natural for Moxy Miami Wynwood to embrace the soul of the district. The hotel showcases eight murals specially commissioned for the property, created by street artists from around the world. Renowned names including well-known figures like Lady Pink and Vance DNA have contributed their artistry, embellishing both the interior and exterior walls of the building.
Moxy Miami Wynwood is located at 255 NW 25th Street. For more information, visit www.marriott.com/-moxy-
