The Fontainebleau is one of Miami Beach's most glamorous ocean-front hotels and has been featured in numerous Hollywood films. Located north of the Art Deco District and requires only a 5 minute taxi ride to the Convention Center.

The Strand Ocean Drive is a brand new all-suite hotel with an excellent location and a beautiful rooftop pool which affords gorgeous views of Ocean Drive and the Atlantic ocean. The Strand features stainless steel kitchen appliances, 300 thread count linens, designer mosaic tiles and granite top counters.

The Savoy is an upscale, all-suite hotel with a beautiful beach area adjoining the pool. Features one and two bedroom suites with a serene design and one of the most gorgeous pool areas in all of South Beach that has served as the backdrop for numerous music videos. (The Savoy was once the site of "Woody's," a nightclub owned by Rolling Stones guitarist Ron Wood)

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The Loews Miami Beach hotel enjoys a prime location between Lincoln Road and Ocean Drive. The Loews hotel has six restaurants and lounges, and a beautiful pool area overlooking the beach. Convenient to the Miami Beach Convention Center, South Beach nightlife, Lincoln Road cafes and great shopping, Loews Miami Beach is one of South Beach's most popular hotels.

  The Sagamore is a luxury ocean-front hotel one block from Lincoln Road. A chic, trendy boutique hotel with an eye for modern art and the minimalist aesthetic, the Sagamore has its own art and photography gallery, as well as paintings and sculptures in every room. The hotel, just north of Lincoln Road, also includes a production office for photo shoots.

The National Hotel is an award-wining, beach-front, art deco hotel one block from Lincoln Road and two blocks from the Miami Beach Convention Center. Beautiful pool area and close to all the action in South Beach. The National is one of our favs.

  The Standard Miami is Andre Balazs' latest creation and he has transformed the early 1950s Lido Spa into an island of relaxation just slightly removed from the hustle of South Beach, yet only minutes away. The Standard Miami comes highly recommended.

  The Surfcomber Hotel is one of the best kept secrets in all of South Beach with its prime ocean-front location and it's proximity to top clubs and fine dining restaurants. The Surfcomber is only one block away from Lincoln Road shopping and outdoor cafes, plus the Miami Beach Convention Center is a mere two blocks away. The Surfcomber especially well-suited for guests attending Winter Music Conference.

  The beautiful Raleigh hotel is an ocean-front art deco gem owned by Andre Balazs, owner of New York's Mercer Hotel and the Chateau Marmont and Standard hotels, both on L.A.'s Sunset Strip. The Raleigh is only two blocks from Lincoln Road, and it is a premiere example of L. Murray Dixon's 1940s art deco architecture. The Raleigh's Sunday afternoon Saint Tropez-style beach club parties run until late night.

The Delano Hotel is an exclusive enclave for hip travelers looking for an excellent location close to clubs, restaurants and Lincoln Road shopping. The Delano features a roof-top spa, Blue Door Restaurant, Blue Sea Sushi Bar and great parties in the lobby. The hotel is over-sexed and over-priced—in other words, the perfect South Beach hotel.

The Hotel Victor on Ocean Drive is South Beach's newest hotel and is managed by Hyatt. The hotel features an elevated pool deck area that overlooks Ocean Drive and the beach. The Hotel Victor hosts great cocktail parties in the pool area several nights a week making it one of our top choices.

  The Beacon Hotel on Ocean Drive fronts Lummus Park and the ocean, and sits in the very center of action in Miami Beach. It is close to fine dining and is within walking distance to top clubs. Collins Avenue shopping is only one block away.

With its sexy roof-top pool and a secluded yet convenient location, the Sanctuary hotel has proven popular with celebs such as Lindsay L, Hilary D, and Snoop D. It's located one block off of both Lincoln Road and Collins Avenue, and has a very cool onsite restaurant—Ola.

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  The Ritz-Carlton South Beach represents the finest in ocean-front luxury available. With an excellent Lincoln Road location and superior Ritz-Carlton service, this hotel is sure to satisfy even the most discriminating traveler. Touches like strolling tanning butlers poolside make for a memorable visit.

Hilton Grand Vacations Club is situated on the northern end of Ocean Drive in an art deco jewel formerly known as the McAlpin hotel. The hotel's 52 rooms are of the standard boutique hotel size and layout, but have been totally re-equipped with all the modern conveniences one would expect of a top resort. The hotel is close to top clubs and restaurants, and is only two blocks from Lincoln Road shopping.

The Richmond Hotel was built in 1941 and has been completely renovated offering the most up to date amenities and services to its guests. Its Art Deco style is reminiscent of the great ocean liners, and all guest rooms feature contemporary furnishings. The hotel has received some service complaints in the past, but it's popularity continues due to its ocean-front location and favorable  pricing.

The Colony Hotel is the most recognizable and photographed spot in South Beach. Located in the center of Ocean Drive and just across from the beach. An inexpensive hotel for those seeking maximum fun and minimum sleep.

  The Marriott Hotel is an ocean-front hotel on the quite southern end of Ocean Drive close to Opium Garden, Pearl and numerous upscale restaurants. Travelers seeking a quiet location within the party scene of Ocean Drive should strongly consider the South Beach Marriott.

  Designer Todd Oldham created this little jewel from the former Tiffany Hotel, an art deco masterpiece on Collins Avenue, now with the new Spire, a roof-top lounge that gives its guests a quiet retreat from the fast pace of South Beach.

The Albion Hotel on Lincoln Road is a beautiful nautical moderne masterpiece built in 1939 that sits in the heart of South Beach one block from the ocean. It has a gorgeous pool area with see-thru portholes, and is convenient to top shopping and Lincoln Road cafes. It is located just a few blocks from the upper Collins Avenue nightlife district.

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Each of the Pelican's 30 rooms are designed on a different theme such as "Halfway to Hollywood," and "Me Tarzan, You Vain." Designer Magnus Ehrland spent seven months scouring garage sales, flea markets and antique stores all over Florida to find an assortment of one-of-a-kind furnishings.

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  The Nash on Collins is within a few blocks of nightclubs, one block from the Wolfsonian Museum and seven blocks from Lincoln Road. Has great dining downstairs. Popular with the film industry people. Top rating from us, too.

The Tudor Hotel on Collins Avenue is a very popular budget hotel due to its location one block from the beach and club scene. It continues to be popular with visitors due to its excellent pricing, but we recommend reading reviews carefully before booking this hotel.

The Winterhaven on Ocean Drive is a gorgeous Art Deco hotel built in 1939 that puts you in the center of all the action in the heart of South Beach. The Winterhaven is consistently one of our top choices in a moderately priced hotel.

The Clevelander Hotel has long been known as one of the hottest spots in Miami Beach. Its pool is surrounded by glass block and neon bars and its dance floor and outdoor stage are often filled with live entertainment. The hotel's sexy outdoor bar has the highest liquor sales of any bar in Florida—need we say more?

The Essex House is only steps from Ocean Drive,  Lincoln Road's trendy bistros, and an array of Miami Beach clubs. The leisure traveler's destination of choice, the Essex House Hotel puts you right in the center of Miami Beach.

The South Seas is located two blocks from the Miami Beach Convention Center at 17th and Collins. This beachfront hotel has a heated swimming pool, Tiki bar and is landscaped in lush, tropical surroundings.

The Palms hotel is located just to the north of the South Beach area on 30th Street, and is a beautiful ocean-front hotel in a lush tropical setting. The hotel has direct access to the beach and is approximately twelve blocks from the Miami Beach Convention Center.

The Cavalier Hotel on Ocean Drive is across the street from Lummus Park and the beach, and is just a few blocks north of all the action on the strip, including top restaurants and bars.

The New Clinton Hotel & Spa on Washington Avenue has a sleek, contemporary décor with DSL connections in every room. The Clinton hotel has an excellent restaurant located poolside.

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The Continental South Beach is a beach-front hotel in a prime location that caters to an international clientele. Convenient to Lincoln Road, clubs and the Miami Beach Convention Center.

The Whitelaw Hotel on Collins Avenue offers attractive rates and complimentary shuttle to and from the Miami and Fort Lauderdale airports. Their slogan is, "Clean Sheets, Hot Water, Stiff Drinks."

The Tides Hotel is located in the center of South Beach and is the largest hotel on the Ocean Drive strip. Huge rooms (the smallest is 550 square feet) stretch from front to back. Has two gourmet restaurants—La Marea and The Terrace.