W South Beach
Hotel · Miami Beach
2201 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Highlights
Studios with ocean views & seafood restaurant, plus pool
Studios with ocean views & seafood restaurant, plus pool
"Hosting New York’s Superbueno (ranked No. 2 on North America’s 50 Best Bars) for a front-drive pop-up (Dec. 6-7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.) serving Mexican American–inspired cocktails including fruit fresca cups and the signature mushroom margarita; Marriott Bonvoy American Express cardholders can receive a special gift by showing their card. The property also stages the Marriott Bonvoy × American Express eighth annual Art Basel party featuring Superbueno, Jimena Montemayor art installations, and DJ Uncle Waffles (Dec. 7, 8–11 p.m.), an event exclusive to Marriott Bonvoy American Express cardmembers and guests." - Olee Fowler
"The W South Beach caters to those who want to be seen. The sprawling pool area is the perfect place to people-watch, while the beach club provides a front-row seat to the lively Miami shoreline. With attentive service, chic cabanas, and a cocktail menu that could rival any local bar, it’s the perfect destination for a day of lounging and socializing." - Ty Gaskins
"What’s to love: The design-forward, all-suite W South Beach is a more mature representation of the W brand thanks mainly to a calming aesthetic, defined by natural oak furnishings, beach house-style millwork, and a mingling of earth tones with pops of coral and teal. Views of the Atlantic Ocean abound, whether through the floor-to-ceiling windows or from the balconies found in every room. Of course, there’s a great lounge-y vibe across the common areas and a sizzling pool scene—it is a W, after all. But the hotel is far more elevated than your standard W fare with features like a multi-million dollar art collection in the lobby and extensive programming including yoga sessions, high-interval training, cocktail-making classes, plus cigars and convo with the property’s beloved General Manager (and cigar aficionado) Rick Ueno. Romance factor: Book a relaxing massage in the couple’s room at the 9,000-square-foot Away Spa, where all treatments come with a bonus 30 minutes for luxuriating in the private, oversize steam shower. Alternate between beach time along the W’s dedicated stretch of sand and pool time in a private cabana. Sip on sunset cocktails at Irma’s, the hotel’s tropical outdoor bar, then dine at one of Miami’s top tables. (We recommend Klaw in Edgewater for a seductive, memorable affair and Delilah in Downtown for a jazz-heavy, Miami glam supper club experience.) Get there: A 20-minute ride from Miami International Airport" - Paul Rubio
"A contemporary, design-forward South Beach hotel notable for an extensive collection of original Andy Warhols in the lobby, an energetic Living Room cocktail bar, and a lush ‘jungle’ pool that doubles as a private oasis and occasional DJ-driven party venue. Rooms are bright and modern with pops of coral and green and many offer ocean-view balconies, while frequent backyard barbecue events and craft-cocktail programming keep the scene lively." - Matt Meltzer
"A splashy, sun-soaked high-energy resort and nightlife destination, the W South Beach has always managed the delicate dance of being a luxe cosmopolitan hotel with a penchant for hosting celebrities and the fashion set, while also appealing to discerning travelers who prefer not to post every moment of their stay on social media. The 400 rooms here are the largest guest rooms in South Beach, each with balconies and expansive ocean views. The recent renovation give the rooms a brighter feel with beach house-style millwork, natural oaks, neutral textures and a beige color palette with accents of soft corals and shaded teals. High-tech elements, like circadian lighting with three preset mood modes and under bed lights, are a futuristic flourish. A complimentary art tour is offered to guests as part of the resort fee and even if you’re not a gallery lover it’s worth perusing the hotel’s $50 million contemporary art collection with 21 original pieces by Andy Warhol, three of which are collaborations with Jean-Michel Basquiat." - Sara Liss, Jennifer M. Wood
