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Miami has always sold a fantasy—sun-bleached beaches, neon-lit nights, and a rhythm that doesn’t quite exist anywhere else. But right now, the city feels different. Beneath the familiar gloss of South Beach lies a more layered energy: a city in reinvention. New openings appear almost weekly, from design-forward hotels to restaurants that feel as much like performances as places to eat.
Coco shares her favourite places to stay and all for all the good reasons...
Following a major reinvention, this historic oceanfront hotel has been reimagined as a design-led retreat that nods to Miami’s golden era without feeling nostalgic.
There’s an ease to everything: softly rumpled linens, sun-warmed interiors, and a crowd that looks polished but never overdone. Interiors balance Art Deco heritage with contemporary coastal calm. Think warm woods, honed stone, and a palette of terracotta, sage and pale blue that mirrors the landscape outside. Rooms are light-filled and quietly luxurious, with vintage-style detailing, travertine bathrooms and subtle textures throughout.
At the centre of the hotel is its restored 1950s pool—complete with its original diving board. Framed by palms and striped loungers, it’s unmistakably Miami, but the atmosphere is deliberately low-key. Days unfold slowly: coffee, reading, a swim, repeat. By late afternoon, the energy gently lifts as music drifts in and the light turns golden. It’s less party scene, more private members’ club. A private beach club extends the experience onto the sand, with loungers and full service just steps from the Atlantic.
The food offering is equally considered. Led by Abram Bissell, the menus draw on Miami’s Latin and Caribbean influences—fresh, vibrant, and ingredient-led. The signature restaurant, Pauline, focuses on seafood in a way that feels elevated but unfussy. Elsewhere, there’s a more intimate cocktail space for late-night drinks.
Wellbeing is woven into the experience: natural light, tactile materials, ocean air, and a slower pace. A gym, bikes and in-room treatments are available, but nothing feels overly programmed.
In a city defined by maximalism, The Shelborne by Proper stands out for its restraint. It delivers sun, style and atmosphere—but through a softer, more refined lens.
Tucked just far enough from the intensity of Ocean Drive, Esmé Miami Beach feels like stepping into a different version of Miami entirely—one that swaps high-octane glamour for something more intimate, textured and quietly transportive.
Set across a series of interconnected buildings, Esmé reads more like a hidden village than a traditional hotel. Originally conceived in the 1920s as an artist colony, the property still carries that sense of creative escapism—only now, it’s been polished into something altogether more refined.
There’s a distinct European energy here. Think Seville via South Beach: tiled walkways, shaded courtyards and a pace that feels deliberately slower than the surrounding scene. It’s the kind of place where you lose track of time—and don’t mind. Jewel tones, textured woods and brass accents sit alongside patterned wallpapers and plush fabrics, creating spaces that feel cocooning rather than minimalist.
Rooms are unapologetically atmospheric—think deep greens, blush pink tiles and vintage-inspired furnishings. They’re not vast, but that’s part of the charm; each feels like a private hideaway, designed for retreating after a long, sun-soaked day.
At the centre is the rooftop—arguably the hotel’s social heart. A small but perfectly formed pool is surrounded by striped daybeds and cabanas, offering a more intimate alternative to Miami’s usual see-and-be-seen scenes.
Food here is less an afterthought, more a defining feature. The hotel houses multiple concepts, from a gin-and-tapas bar to one of Miami’s most talked-about omakase experiences.
Esmé Miami Beach is the kind of place that feels like a discovery—even if everyone in the know is already checking in.
In a city that thrives on energy and excess, Four Seasons Hotel Miami offers something altogether more composed. Set high above Brickell’s financial district, this is Miami at its most polished—sleek, elevated and quietly luxurious, with just enough distance from South Beach to feel like a true escape.
From the moment you arrive, the tone is set: soaring ceilings, fresh florals, and that signature Four Seasons service that feels intuitive rather than intrusive. It’s the kind of place where everything runs seamlessly, making it as appealing for a long weekend as it is for a business stay that doesn’t feel like one.
Interiors lean into contemporary luxury—glossy finishes, soft neutrals and expansive windows that frame the Biscayne Bay skyline. Rooms are spacious (some of the largest in the city), with marble bathrooms, deep soaking tubs and a palette designed to soothe rather than stimulate.
One of the hotel’s standout features is its pool deck—set on the seventh-floor terrace and surrounded by lush greenery. It feels almost resort-like, despite being in the heart of the city. Two pools (one designed for laps, the other for lounging) are framed by palms and cabanas, offering a quiet alternative to the high-energy beach clubs elsewhere.
At the heart of the hotel’s culinary offering is Zuma Miami—arguably one of the city’s most consistently in-demand restaurants. Overlooking the Miami River, it delivers contemporary Japanese dishes in a setting that balances buzz with polish. Back at the hotel, EDGE Brasserie offers a more relaxed approach, with wood-fired dishes and an easy indoor-outdoor flow. The overall feel is unfussy but elevated—food that’s designed to be enjoyed, not overthought.
Wellness here is exactly what you’d expect from Four Seasons: thoughtful, thorough and beautifully executed. The spa offers a full menu of treatments, while the fitness centre is open 24/7 and well-equipped. For something more restorative, the pool deck doubles as a place to reset—proof that sometimes the simplest elements (sun, water, space) are the most effective.
The Four Seasons Hotel Miami is for those who want the sunshine without the scene, the glamour without the noise, this is where to check in.
