Beach hotel recommendation
My partner and I will be visiting Miami Beach for the first time this December for 5 nights and are looking for the right hotel. Budget is around $1000/night.
We’re both in our 30s and looking for more of a relaxed and elegant vibe rather than a big party scene. A great pool, beach access and comfortable beach chairs are a must. During the day we’d love to chill by the pool/beach, then explore restaurants, bars and shopping at night.
We usually prefer more intimate hotels with a relaxed atmosphere over huge resorts. Currently considering:
- 1 Hotel South Beach: Looks beautiful with huge rooms, amazing pools and beach setup. My only concern is whether it might feel a bit too large and busy for our taste.
- Delano: Probably our top contender right now. Love the pool and beach area by Gigi. Smaller and more intimate feel. But I can barely find any recent reviews since the reopening. Has anyone stayed there/visited recently? Rates are all non-refundable, so I want to make sure it’s a good choice.
- The Setai: Looks serene and elegant with a beautiful beach setup. But I read there’s construction on both sides of the hotel right now. Also wondering if the rooms feel a bit dated these days?
(Faena not within our budget for our dates)
Would really appreciate any thoughts on these or other recommendations that might fit our vibe.
Thanks so much!