When you're looking for a hot spot in Florida that combines the sunshine, tropical atmosphere, and an exciting day and nightlife that sizzles, Miami has all that and much more. A diverse landscape of sun, sea, sand, cultural community, sports, museums, attractions, and a historic Art Deco district make the Miami area a smorgasbord of exciting opportunities 24/7. Sun-drenched beaches, spectacular sunsets, and fresh Florida seafood add to the popularity of this east coast gem.

Enjoy the Atlantic Ocean and all the water sports available. Rent a boat for the day, relax on a catamaran, hop aboard a jet ski and make a few waves. There's always the opportunity to drop a line on a fishing excursion, snorkeling and scuba diving, skiing, and hang gliding over the water. Sugar-white sand makes a nice cushion for sunbathing and making sand castles. A stroll along the oceanfront at sunset is romantic; a walk at sunrise is inspiring.

Miami has some of the best hotels in the world. Accommodations run the gamut of five-star resorts with the highest level of guest satisfaction to hotels offering a plethora of amenities at affordable prices and treat guests like kings and queens.

Choose from hotels with ocean, skyline, and bay views, full-service spas, state-of-the-art gyms, international dining and gourmet chefs, sparkling pools and cool cabanas, on-site shopping, kids activities, and more. Whether your hotel is in Miami or Miami Beach, you'll have access to everything that represents the cultural collaboration of influences that has created a city with its own persona and style.

20 Pullman Miami Airport

The Pullman Miami Airport Hotel, located just minutes from Miami International Airport and its free complimentary shuttle, is ready to get you started on your way to cozy accommodations, sun, sand, and surf.

For guests with early flights, there’s no need to worry about standing around until check-in time; for a fee, guests can check in as early as 8 a.m., allowing more time to soak up some Miami vibes.

Guest comfort and convenience is the focus at this tropical paradise with its 281 rooms and suites with views of the Miami skyline or the Blue Lagoon. Each accommodation is designed in warm tones and features plush furnishings, comfortable mattresses, quality linens, and in-room amenities. For palate-pleasing delights, order hot or cold items from room service, or sample the breakfast, lunch, or dinner menus at the internationally inspired restaurant. For liquid libations, relax with a favorite cocktail at the bar. Take a dip in the icy-cool pool, work out in the fitness center, or show off your technique on the tennis court. If you need time to yourself away from the kiddos, babysitting is available. With the hotel offering a variety of guest services – currently, 26 - the 24-hour reception staff can handle just about anything you toss their way.

19 The Setai

A piece of calm and serenity awaits in the hustle and bustle of Miami’s ever-active South Beach at The Setai,where a relaxed sense of luxury blends with an intoxicating atmosphere. The hotel is located in the historic Art Deco district where guests are surrounded by architectural beauty. The hotel was built between 1936-1938 as a hotel and has continued its reign as a historical testament to times past that, through the years, blended seamlessly with the future. With both ocean suites and Art Deco suites to choose from, guests can pick their pleasure from two distinctive experiences. Enjoy all the bells and whistles of a luxury hotel in the comfort of an 850 square foot to 1400 square foot ocean suite. Ocean view guests are provided with a complimentary signature treatment at the Setai's award-winning spa, all you can drink non-alcoholic beverages replenished at your leisure, use of a luxury courtesy car for nearby excursions, and complimentary packing and unpacking services. Not to be outdone, the Art Deco suites, while slightly smaller (582-610 square feet) and slightly less luxurious, still provide 24-hour dining, rainfall showers, and his and her vanities.

18 Royal Palm South Beach

Located just north of the major thoroughfare in Miami, Collins Drive, the Royal Palm South Beach is considered one of the “A” lists of luxury Miami Beach hotels. Featuring over 139 suites with his and her bathrooms, beautiful ocean views with expansive private balconies, and access to a private outdoor area for elite hotel guests, the Royal Palm refined luxury and elegance at its best. Dine at your leisure whether you wake up late or after experiencing the vibrant nightlife of Miami into the wee hours with the option of 24-hour dining. Keep yourself looking good at the expansive fitness center with personal training services and a 10,000 square foot award-winning spa.

The hotel offers a side bonus for guests traveling with furry companions as it is pet-friendly and provides Fido with a similar level of luxury.

No matter where you come from or where you’re headed, guests at the Royal Palm South Beach can expect to be pampered in the lap of luxury.

17 Fontainebleau Miami Beach

No discussion of luxury hotels in the Miami area is complete without mention of the legendary Fontainebleau. The name is synonymous with elite guest care and a list of amenities to go along with rooms decorated to the nine’s. Guests' every need is attended to from providing signature cocktails and drinks personalized to please individual palettes served at poolside to dining at Fontainebleau’s world renown restaurants, the hotel continues to set the bar for a non-stop luxurious experience. With an almost unlimited menu of in-room snacks, a full 24-hour concierge service can turn any request from the smallest out of the ordinary request to the most extreme and extravagant vacation desire into a reality. The hotel will get you where you want to go with full car and car rental services available on-site. If you want to go all out and turn up the notch to high for the ultimate in luxury, consider the Sorrento Penthouse complete with its own pool and jacuzzi, wine cooler, and nearly 4,400 square feet of living space and a balcony overlooking the water.

If you want to know what it’s like to walk on the luxurious side of hotel accommodations, this hotel is a good place to start. On a luxury scale of 1 to 10, the Fontainebleau is off the charts.

16 Mandarin Oriental Miami

At Brickell Key, one of Miami’s elite neighborhoods, you’ll find the Mandarin Oriental Miami considered one of the most stunning hotels along Florida’s east coast. Choose from a guest room or luxury suite decorated with fine furnishing and elegant accessories. A stay at the Mandarin Hotel Miami will take the edge off of any travel time stress.

Every single room features 10-foot-high ceilings, outdoor balconies, and marble enclosed showers, and separate baths featuring a tropical/Asian ambiance with its bamboo hardwood floors.

Unwind and melt into sublime relaxation at the Spa. This is an indulgence not to be missed with its world renown innovative restorative treatments, relaxation rooms, soothing saunas and six stunning private treatment suites overlooking Biscayne Bay. Chef Gaston Acurio's La Mar Restaurant will send your taste buds soaring to new heights with a traditional menu of Peruvian cuisine featuring exceptional tapas and ceviche. The restaurant certainly defines fine dining. With hotels located around the world, they’ve gotten the experience of fine-tuning their level of five-star guest satisfaction down to a science.

15 Four Season Hotel

Also located in upscale Brickell, the Four Seasons Hotel provides luxury at its finest combined with the Latin flair Miami is known for. Featuring a two-acre pool terrace on the 7th floor of the hotel, the Four Seasons creates an oasis luxury in a tropical setting amid one of Florida’s most entertaining and sought-after destinations. The pool is surrounded by attendants who provide complimentary Evian water, and chilled towels are just a touch away to keep everyone chilled and comfortable while soaking up some rays. Tantalizing tidbits and full entrees are served poolside from the award-winning Bahia restaurant with featured dishes ranging from delectable fish tacos and fresh seafood ceviche to an award-winning slice of Florida’s notorious Key Lime Pie. After a day by the pool or walking in the sugar-white sand along the Atlantic Ocean, indulge yourself in a deep-soaking tub in an elegant full-marble bathroom. Order a cocktail then relax in the window seat and watch the sunset over Biscayne Bay or become the backdrop for the Miami skyline from the comfort of a window seat.

14 The Fisher Island Club

The name “Vanderbilt” resonates with luxury, ambiance, and elegance and that’s exactly what guests will find at The Fisher Island Club, an exclusive luxury boutique hotel located on the grounds of William Vanderbilt's family estate.

The club is near to everything Miami and Miami Beach has to offer morning, noon, and night, but it is locked away from the rushing crowds, crowded streets, and busy hustle that attracts visitors to Miami. Think deserted island, a galaxy far away, or a beautiful, tranquil, and serene oasis in the desert and that describes The Fisher Island Club to a tee.

Here’s what to expect; the Courtyard Villas at the Fisher Island Club provides private villas for guests enhanced with in-ground Jacuzzis, lush tropical landscapes, oversized bathtubs, and the comfort of the finest Italian Frette linens. Pampering is a standard operating procedure at Fisher with luxury treatments by professional international staff at The Spa Internazionale, while The Salone di Bellezza offers the exquisite facials, pedicures, and treatments. For entertainment, play a round of golf, a game of tennis, or relax at the pool. For a one-of-a-kind experience, consider The Fisher Island Club.

13 1 Hotel South

Retreat, relax and replenish at 1 Hotel South where sugar sand beach and the emerald green water of the Atlantic beckon travelers to their own piece of Shangri-La. Lounge by the Center Pool as palm trees sway in the breeze at a full-service cabana. For a cozier setting, the Cabana Pool is private with limited cabanas offering panoramic views of the ocean. Just steps away from the beach is the South Pool, and if you want a bird’s eye view of the Miami skyline or the sun setting in the evening, make your way up 18 stories to the adults-only rooftop pool; the only oceanfront hotel offering this extra treat. 1 Hotel caters to every lifestyle with beautifully detailed rooms and suites, fully equipped condominiums, and The Retreat Collection with its selection of oceanfront homes and suites, Personal Guru, VIP access, and personalized services. Dining at 1 Hotel is an adventure to culinary destinations that tantalize and tease at one of six restaurants, and at the Bamford Haybarn Spa, the focus is on pampering the mind, body, and soul in a tranquil atmosphere with massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, body treatments, and much more. With 1 million panes of glass, you can clearly see points of interest along Collins Avenue.

12 Grand Beach Hotel

The Grand Beach Hotel blends the old with the new with renovated rooms and suites with all modern touches while maintaining several of the hotel’s classic suites. Contemporary furnishings, above average spaciousness, marble baths, fluffy bathrobes, floor-to-ceiling glass doors leading to a private balcony, in-room spas, and full-scale entertainment systems are just a few of the amenities. Pick your viewing pleasure of either the serene water of the Atlantic or picturesque Biscayne Bay.

Dapple your toes in one of several pools and hot tubs, and for a relaxing respite for adults only, head to the pool located on the 7th floor. You’re in Florida, known for its spectacular beaches, so why not take advantage of the sun, sea, and surf just steps away. Experience the soft crunch of sand between your toes and the fragrance of salt air and gentle breezes as waves meander towards the shoreline. Bring a beach towel or a lounge chair or rent a beachside cabana while soaking up some rays. A superior restaurant, drinks served poolside, gym facilities, Jacuzzis, and attentive staff are just part of the hotel’s personalized menu reserved for guests. Discovering the Grand Beach Hotel is like coming across Paradise Lost that is now found.

11 Riverpark Hotel and Suites

Home sweet home is the vibe at Riverpark Hotel and Suites. Located downtown and next door to the Miami Convention Center puts you in the heart of Miami’s active, exciting, and on-going business and leisure environment. Check in is friendly and the housekeeping service is superior, which isn’t always the case. You’ll want to explore Miami whether it’s the hot nightlife, sample an array of traditional menus including American, Cuban, Spanish, Asian, and more, or spend the day at local attractions. To get you where you want to go, a Metromover station is a short distance away, adding to the convenience of the hotel’s location. Spacious rooms and suites are pleasingly decorated and feature all the standard bells and whistles to ensure a pleasant and comfortable stay. After a day of exploring the sights, relax in the refreshing pool overlooking the Miami River or work out the kinks at the fitness center. The hotel has Johnny-on-the-spot staff to handle valet parking and laundry services to keep you looking like a million dollars. Affordable, convenient, easy access to area restaurants, shopping, and transportation plus fast, friendly, and efficient guest services make this a bargain bonanza among the glittering hotel offerings of Miami.

10 YVE Hotel Miami

Marvelous, magical, and magnetic; those are the vibes pulsating from the YVE Hotel Miami as it sits amid the glimmering skyscrapers of downtown Miami. It’s a “go to” hotel when exploring Miami is on your mind. Attention to detail is an understatement as each room and suite is decorated to the nines in chic furnishings and stylish accessories. You’ll have a room with a view of Biscayne Bay or Miami’s exciting skyline.

When you want to get up-close and personal with the city scene, you’re just minutes away from the beaches and within walking distance of shopping, cultural centers, museums, restaurants, and sporting events at the arena. The staff knows how to start your vacay off with a bang with a complimentary drink upon arrival.

There’s also valet parking if you need it. For guests on cruises, the hotel has shuttle service to the port for a small fee. If you need help with planning an itinerary or getting tickets to local events, the concierge will readily handle your requests. The onsite Biscayne Tavern serves a breakfast buffet to accommodate picky palates, lunch boxes “to go”, and dinner to keep you fueled for plenty of adventure. The tavern offers a fine selection of craft beers, gastropub bites, and American classics. Dine inside or on the outside patio and enjoy the big screen TVs. YVE Hotel is a jewel among Miami hotels.

9 W South Beach

At W South Beach, the “W” can easily mean “winner”. As a W Insider, you’ll receive personalized service to attend to individual needs. You’ll also have access to the beach equipment for a day of kayaking, surfing, and paddle-boarding, which is ideal for the oceanfront hotel. If you prefer to lounge on the beach, the hotel’s Ambassadors will attend to your refreshment needs. Luxury at the W is served with a capital “L” with extra-large rooms and suites with amenities such as a Signature W bed, Egyptian cotton sheets, plush bathrobes and slippers, in-room dining, mini bar, munchie box, and glass balconies with views.

Relax at one of the crystal-clear pools where attendants deliver cocktails, juices, and food from the WET Bar & Grille to your luxury cabana. If you need to spend some energy, take your basketball and tennis games to a higher level with a game on the rooftop courts. The FIT Gym is open 24 hours, bike rentals are available to tool around Miami, peruse the goods at the W Store, or be totally pampered at the Bliss Spa. In the evening, enjoy culinary delights at The Dutch or Mr. Chow before heading to the Wall Nightclub.

8 Riviera Hotel South Beach

Think about the luxury of the French Riviera with its opulent rooms and suites, attention to every guest detail, and stellar treatment by staff then transfer those images to the sun-drenched sands of Miami and you’ve arrived at the Riviera Hotel. Step into the lobby of the chic Art Deco hotel with its refined furnishings and where guests are treated like kings and queens. Guests have a choice in classic rooms, one-bedroom luxury suites, and studio penthouses. The chic Art Deco-inspired hotel treats guests to over-sized beds, leather upholstered furniture, elegant hardwood floors, separate bathrooms with rain shower heads, fully equipped kitchen, gourmet cooktops, and much more. Grab a beach towel and luxuriate at the tropical-inspired courtyard swimming pool or let your inhibitions soar in the rooftop pool. Each night guests are treated to complimentary drinks from 7 pm to 8 pm before stepping back in time to old-world Havana and the cozy confines, soft lighting, and wood décor at the Mas Cuba Café. Refresh with a specialty mojito while perusing the gourmet menu of traditional Cuban fare. Whether you’re arriving in Miami or it’s time to take your leave, the hotel provides a complimentary shuttle to Miami International Airport.

7 EB Hotel

Ultra-modern with plenty of swag describes EB Hotel. From the lobby to the rooftop and everything in between shouts over-the-top chic with its modernistic approach to furnishings and accessories.

Each suite is beautifully detailed and a pleasure to return to after a day mining the many Miami attractions. Soundproof windows keep any noise at bay while you enjoy a variety of amenities.

Refresh with spa toiletries, select a refreshment from the automated minibar, place an order for room service, then relax. Tune into premium TV while reclining on the adjustable sleep system bed fitted with luxurious linens snuggled in your Turkish robe. The Concierge Service is available to arrange for transportation, make reservations for dining or events, book spa appointments, or picking up or dropping off items for same day dry cleaning service. For guests arriving or departing by air, EB provides courtesy vans to the second-floor departure level. Whether you spend the day on the beach or by the pool, food and refreshment are a top priority. The Terrace Café, Bar & Lounge, and the Lobby Bar handle both requests with ease with perfectly prepared signature cocktails. At dinnertime, the Miranda restaurant takes guests on an international culinary adventure to sublime destinations.

6 Hotel Croydon

You can clearly see the sights and witness the excitement of Miami from the rooftop sundeck at Hotel Croydon. Located on Collins Avenue in the heart of Miami Beach, guests can eat, drink, and be merry, in the stylish setting of this vibrant hotel. The robust atmosphere blends with modern elegance to accommodate the most discerning guests. Rooms, suites and a penthouse leave nothing to be desired as each afford the utmost in comfort such as cooling gel memory foam beds, C.O. Bigelow bath products, black make-up wash clothes for the ladies, and a mini refrigerator and mini bar for refreshment any time. The complimentary airport shuttle delivers guests to the hotel promptly, and if you arrive at 7 p.m., you’ll be just in time for complimentary drinks until 8 p.m. A perfect way to start a vacation. The hotel is just a short walk from the ocean where soaking up rays and seeing and being seen are always at the top of the list of things to experience. The Tavern will keep your hunger pangs under control, valet parking is available, and for your personal satisfaction, stay cool at the pool, workout at the gym, or unwind at the spa.

5 Loews Miami Beach

Imagine a $50 million renovation to an already iconic and luxurious hotel and the possibilities of what to expect are off the charts. With 790 guest rooms and 69 suites, this hotel knows the meaning of excellence when it comes to guest comfort. Suites include a luxury bathtub and walk-in shower in the marble bathroom, classic French doors, private balcony, two terraces, and modern furnishings and accessories.

The hotel’s location in South Beach is an amenity of its own and puts you in the limelight for activity, attractions, and a nightlife scene that is pure Miami magic.

During the day, take a few steps and you’re on the beach with a panoramic view of the ocean. Stay on-site and indulge in the Jacuzzi or pool or treat your inner self to another level with a SOAK Cabanas & Daybeds experience. These poolside cabanas are state-of-the-art with plush furnishings, VIP amenities, and one-on-one concierge service. Enjoy the taste of Miami with food and drinks at three on-site eateries and bar or plan an evening at the award-winning Lure Fishbar. At the Exhale Spa and fitness center, take a yoga or barre class, or shop for exquisite items at the hotel’s exclusive store.

4 The Miami Beach EDITION

Envision yourself overlooking the Miami night skyline or the expanse of the Atlantic Ocean from the comfort of an elegantly appointed suite with sophisticated furnishings fit for royalty. Explore 3.5 acres of beauty home to 294 guest rooms and suites each individually designed with creative detailing, 28 bungalows for guests wanting more privacy, and a stunning rooftop penthouse and you’ve arrived at The Miami Beach EDITION. Wood paneling, glass doors to marble bathrooms, a refreshing signature scent, rainforest shower and Le Labo amenities are visually and sensually appealing to the senses. Enjoy the state-of-the-art gym and personalized training sessions or make an appointment at The Spa for a soothing respite from business or leisure activities featuring private treatment rooms for massages, body treatments, and facials. For a night out on the town, the Beauty Lounge offers hair, makeup, and nail treatments, steam rooms and a retail shop for products and accessories. In the evening, the BASEMENT keeps thing exciting with multidimensional entertainment from a pounding sound system, dance floor, and DJs spinning the latest tunes at the nightclub, to a bowling alley when you want to strike up a conversation, and an ice-skating rink to glide into the festivities of the nightscape.

3 COMO Metropolitan Miami Beach

History repeats itself no matter which generation is on the scene and that’s how it goes with the COMO Metropolitan Miami Beach situated in the historic and architecturally-rich Art Deco district. You’ll be immersed in the history of the city, the hotels, and the stories each can share. The attention to detail is all around from the moment you enter the stunning lobby to the time you settle into a suite decorated by a leading Italian designer.

The concierge staff is ready and willing to put together a list of things to do with their up-to-the-minute knowledge of area events and happenings. Twice a month, the hotel hosts a gin and jazz night; the theme speaks for itself. For a total rejuvenating, nurturing, and relaxing experience, book an appointment at the COMO Shambhala Urban Escape spa and treatment area. Melt away into total euphoria with a foot or scalp massage or a soothing facial with rose-enhanced products applied by professional staff. Replenish in a poolside cabana with assorted tidbits from the restaurant and for dinner, the Traymore presents an impressive menu of Florida specialties. Dine inside or on the patio and experience old-fashioned service that encompasses the style and attitude of the Art Deco age.

2 The Betsy

If you’re looking for a classy hotel with creds that has a history dating to 1942, look no further than The Betsy.

Touted as “One of the Best Hotel’s in the Word” by Conde Nast, “The Highest Rated Resort Hotel on Miami Beach” by Travel & Leisure, and “One of the 10 Best Boutique Hotels in the U.S.” by the Zoe Report, you know elite status when you see it.

Award-winning service is the focus whether it’s in the well-appointed guest rooms and suites, the world-class cuisine, a prime location for accessing the beach, and a commitment to the diverse cultures and communities of Miami. Relax by the roof-deck pool with a refreshing libation, start your day with yoga at sunrise, or enjoy the quietude of the hotel library. Guest rooms are light and airy decorated with warm and inviting colors awash with a stylistic modern approach and an Art Deco influence. Dining is a delight at LT Steak & Seafood and its daily happy hour of select wines, a drink and live music at the Lobby Bar, assorted coffees, cocktails, sandwiches, and pastries at the Panther Coffee Shop, or a slice of Italian pizza and a glass of wine at The Alley.

1 The Ritz-Carlton

The name alone emotes visions of elegance and opulence at the highest level. The Ritz Carlton is luxury personified. The hotel is another of the iconic symbols of the Art Deco era as it resides in this colorful neighborhood of ultra-chic architecture, landscape, and attitude. With its central location, guests are within walking distance to Miami’s vibrant nightlife, Ocean Drive and Lincoln Road, shopping, attractions, and points of interest. The Ritz Carlton is known for its grandeur, luxurious guest rooms and suites, and spa. The Exhale Bal Harbour spa and resort is an experience on its own with its 10,000-square-feet dedicated to rejuvenation, well-being, and restorative treatments and a variety of classes for individuals and couples.

Currently, the Ritz Carlton is undergoing a complete renovation to restore the historic hotel from top to bottom. It will reopen in 2019 with a refreshed design as well as a new outlook and attitude designed to provide the same standard of excellence and service guests have come to expect. Coming in 2020, guests will be able to book an outstanding voyage aboard the first of three yachts in The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection where guest suites and private balconies accommodate guests on seven or 10-night luxury adventures.