The Betsy – South Beach
Anchoring one end of iconic Ocean Drive, The Betsy is in the heart of the bustling Art Deco district and offers a refreshing, more intimate alternative to Miami’s towering resort hotels. Its 130 rooms and suites combine elegant design with the simple beauty of a tropical hideout, with marble bathrooms, walnut floors and artwork from the owner’s own collection. Restaurants range from the appropriately named LT Steak & Seafood to a casual trattoria serving pizzas, pasta, charcuterie and salads. Facilities, meanwhile, include an intimate courtyard pool, a spa and fitness centre, a skyline deck that’s perfect for sunrise yoga, regular literary events and jazz evenings, plus a rooftop pool with 360-degree views of Miami and the ocean.