When you’re in Miami, you’re already in paradise, so it’s not even necessary to leave the city to enjoy some relaxing time away from your normal routine. There are many highly recommended luxury hotels, Airbnbs and VRBO properties where you can do exactly this. Here are some of the best options for staycation destinations in Miami.
Acqualina Resort & Spa on the Beach
For a 5-star luxury oceanfront staycation on a pristine stretch of Miami Beach, consider making a booking at Acqualina Resort & Spa on the Beach. One of the best beachfront hotels in Florida, there are three oceanfront swimming pools here, as well as an onsite spa, 4.5 beachfront acres, and family-friendly packages available. The resort has chic rooms and suites with private terraces and oversized floor plans. The spa offers a wide range of tranquil treatments and also yoga and other wellness services for the mind, body, and spirit. For resort dining on your staycation, you can check out Costa Grill, Il Mulino New York, or set up a beachfront dinner that’s private and romantic.
Luxe Guest Suite, Perfect Staycation
For a private room experience in Miami, you can choose this staycation experience that is highly rated on Airbnb. It has one bedroom and a private bathroom, as well as a separate private entrance and deck. Guests enjoy the heated pool that’s shared with the other suite and gardens. It’s in a quiet and safe neighborhood that’s less than a 10-minute walk to every practical service you’d need. Spend time in the outdoor shaded dining area and hammock, and use the washer and dryer onsite for a small fee.
Mediterranean Style Cottage in Miami's Upper East Side
For up to eight people looking for a staycation, this Miami house is a great choice with two bedrooms and one bathroom. You’ll enjoy this bright and airy 1940s art deco cottage in the MiMo District just outside of South beach. Wynwood, Little Havana, downtown, and other popular neighborhoods are just 10 minutes by car. You can walk to hip and trendy restaurants from this cottage, which is 420-friendly and LGBTQ-friendly. Guests also love the large yard at this staycation property.
Relaxing Cottage in Coconut Grove
Stay at this Airbnb with another guest in Coconut Grove for your staycation and enjoy a private space of your own in Miami. It’s in a quiet and laid-back place with a koi pond, waterfall, pool, outside dining area, and lounge space. Parties are not allowed in this quiet environment. The kitchen has a fridge, microwave, Nespresso coffeemaker, and ice maker. The whole outdoor space is yours to enjoy at this cottage.
Loews Miami Beach Hotel
One of Miami’s top oceanfront hotels with balconies, Loews Miami Beach Hotel has stylish rooms and suites for your staycation in the heart of South Beach. You’ll be just steps from the ocean and get to use the new pool deck and Jacuzzi. There are multiple restaurants on site for staycation dining and also a spa and fitness center that offers yoga and barre classes. Pets are allowed here for a $50 fee per stay so you don’t have to leave your pup behind.
Frida’s Casita Azul
One of the coolest Airbnbs in Miami, this property is ideal for staycations and a good choice for two guests. It has one bed and one bath, and it’s five minutes from here to the artsy Wynwood neighborhood. South Beach is 25 minutes away. When you stay here, you’ll have your own small kitchen, bathroom, TV, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and washer and dryer access upon request. Stay here for a simple and clean place that’s close to the art district. The host teaches community yoga classes, which you are welcome to join on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
W South Beach
W South Beach is a Marriott-brand hotel that offers a fun staycation experience with ocean-facing guestrooms, in-room kitchenettes, and private balconies to help you feel right at home. There is an Asian cuisine restaurant and bar and grill onsite so you don’t even have to leave the hotel for food and drinks. Room service is also available 24/7. The hotel has an outdoor heated pool, a fitness center with cardio and weights equipment, a rooftop tennis court and basketball court, a salon, and 300 feet of oceanfront white sand right by the hotel.
New Studio Cottage with Hot Spa
Two guests can take a staycation at this private guesthouse is a studio space with a bed and one bath. It’s located in Coral Gables and has its own Jacuzzi with hydro massage and relaxation. Guests can use the kitchenette, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, TV, and parking. It’s a 15-minute drive to South Beach from here. You’ll enjoy the neighborhood that has parks, museums, stores, and restaurants, as well as the very private space with its own entrance and self-check-in.
Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Fontainebleau Miami Beach is a luxury hotel and ultimate staycation destination because of its relaxing spa, Mediterranean oceanside bistro, private cabanas, and personal training sessions. Multiple dining options are available here, and the on-site Lapis Spa is a place for indulgence and pampering. It offers hammam baths, salon hairdressing, nail services, massages, and couples’ treatments. Activities at the resort include 10 pools, a kids’ club, and watersports opportunities that include jet skis and windsurfing.
1 Hotel South Beach
Plan your staycation at 1 Hotel South Beach and you won’t regret it! It offers a spa, kids’ club, electric house car, farm-to-table dining, and easy beach access with 600 feet of beach along the Atlantic Ocean. There are multiple unique dining outlets here to satisfy your inner foodie. Group fitness classes and personal training are available here to help you get in shape when you vacation close to home. There’s also a rooftop pool that’s 18 stories above the beach and additional pool options to explore.
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort is a Marriott-brand hotel that is 27 stories tall above the white sandy beaches of Miami and a fun place to stay for a while in the area. It is home to the 14,000-square-foot Remede Spa, oceanfront day villas, gourmet dining, and rooms with direct ocean views from their own balconies. There are multiple dining venues at the hotel and a variety of treatments available for guests at the chic and fashionable spa.
Biltmore Hotel Miami Coral Gables
Biltmore Hotel Miami Coral Gables is an award-winning hotel with a European spa, Michelin-star restaurant, and championship golf course. There are often events here that are open to guests and members of the general public. You can also check out the hotel’s culinary academy with cooking classes and workshops and enjoy a delicious Sunday brunch when you stay here. There are many different room and suite options to choose from and also a kids’ club with activities for little staycationers to enjoy. This Biltmore Hotel is always a popular spot for weddings, meetings, and events for local residents of Miami too.
