The Best South Beach, Florida Hotels

The Best South Beach, Florida Hotels

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South Beach is known for its great weather, beautiful beaches and Art Deco architecture. South Beach is on the southernmost tip of Miami Beach and offers a host of activities. Visitors can stroll the miles of white sand beaches, snorkel in the crystal blue ocean, hike nearby Everglades National Park and shop to their hearts' content. At night, South Beach sizzles with a distinct Latin vibe--dine at outdoor cafes before partying into the night at one of SoBe's celebrity-filled clubs and lounges. The hotels in South Beach are carefully refurbished Art Deco wonders, most with amazing outdoor areas for lounging and sunbathing.

The Setai

The Setai Hotel is a favorite with celebrities and the rich and famous. A member of "Leading Hotels of the World", The Setai has a distinct Asian flair. The lobby has a tranquility pond, perfect for relaxing before a long evening of partying. One and two bedroom suites at the Tower feature 42-inch plasma televisions, a black granite bathroom, designer toiletries and expansive views of the beach.

2001 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
(866) 929-5252
setai.com‎

W South Beach

The W South Beach is the first W brand in Miami. The W is directly on the beach and is adjacent to a two-mile long boardwalk for strolling or running. Pamper yourself at the Bliss Spa, work out at the fitness center or relax at the outdoor heated pool. The W's 312 rooms and suites feature ocean views, balconies, 350-thread count sheets and a 37-inch flat-screen television.

W South Beach
2201 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 938-3000
starwoodhotels.com

Raleigh Hotel

The Raleigh Hotel provides old Hollywood elegance directly on the beach. The Raleigh Hotel is an Art Deco Hotel directly on Collins Avenue, just a five-minute walk to the shops and restaurants of Lincoln Road. Esther Williams filmed some of her famous aquatic films at the Raleigh's fabulous pool. Enjoy the pool and the Oasis, a 2,000-square-foot quiet area of cabanas and fire pits. The 104 rooms and suites offer garden or ocean views and have in-room stereos and DVD players, luxury toiletries, 400 thread-count sheets and in-room safes.

Raleigh Hotel
1775 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 534-6300
raleighhotel.com‎

The Standard Hotel & Spa

The Standard Hotel & Spa is on the quieter Bay side of South Beach. The Standard is a full-service spa facility with an aroma steam room, cedar sauna, sound pool, Roman waterfall hot tub and mud lounge. In-room massages and treatments are available. The restaurant serves healthy options and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel has nightly activities and DJs in the lounge. Choose a "dry" room overlooking the garden, bay or pool or a "wet" room with outdoor soaking tub.

The Standard Hotel & Spa
40 Island Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 673-1717
standardhotels.com

Article Written By Laine Doss

Laine Doss has been writing for years with an emphasis on fitness, travel and lifestyle issues. Doss has written for "Buzz" magazine, Examiner.com, Liberalwonk.com, Fashify.com and Laine Doss Green Travels. Doss has co-hosted a lifestyles-themed radio show and is a graduate of the Connecticut School of Broadcasting.

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