The 7 Best Hotels in Miami (Updated 2024)

Posted: 2/25/2024 | February 25th, 204

Miami is known for its sun-kissed beaches, vibrant culture, and sizzling nightlife. From the iconic Art Deco architecture of South Beach to the bustling energy of Wynwood, Miami offers a diverse array of neighborhoods to explore and lots of unique things to see and do (here’s my guide to all the neighborhoods).

There are a ton of hotels in Miami to choose from, whether you’re looking for an upscale experience on the beach (after NYC, Miami has more five-star hotels than any other city in the country) or an affordable hotel that won’t cost you an arm and a leg.

I’ve been coming to the city for years and have stayed in a lot of different hotels. To help you plan your visit, here’s my list of the best hotels in Miami:
 

1. Yotel Miami

Located in downtown Miami, this four-star hotel has a sleek and modern design with a very Miami aesthetic (think bold colors and neon lighting but done in a fun, tasteful way). There are both rooms and full apartments (called “pads”) to choose from, and both feature adjustable SmartBeds, wireless charging stations, work desks, and spacious bathrooms with rainfall showers.

Hotel facilities include a rooftop terrace with a swimming pool and cocktail bar, a hot tub, a 24-hour fitness center with Peloton bikes, co-working areas, and a restaurant serving a la carte breakfast. I really like that, if you want to soak up the sun, you can take advantage of Yotel’s dedicated beach space with complimentary loungers on South Beach.

2. citizenM Miami Brickell

Located in the heart of Brickell, citizenM is a four-star hotel with bright and fun artwork throughout, including a colorful large-scale mural on the side of the building called “Cosmic Connection” (created by Miami-native artist Jen Stark). I’m a big fan of this brand. Part of citizenM’s concept is to offer one room type that’s compact yet well-designed to optimize the space. All rooms have comfy king-sized beds, fluffy pillows, blackout blinds, and soundproofing so you can get a good sleep. The rooms are high-tech too; you can control various room settings from a tablet or app on your phone, including the lighting, temperature, blinds, and flatscreen TV.

The hotel has a ton of cool common areas to hang out in, including a “living room” with couches, a library, and co-working area, a pool on the rooftop, meeting rooms, and two restaurants, including one that offers an expansive daily breakfast…