7 Miami Staycations
Updated: October 21, 2009
Get away from it all without leaving Miami. Instead of heading out to a funky Key West boutique hotel or an over-the-top family resort in Orlando, why not trade in the "are we there yet" road trip chants for a staycation? These top hotels feel a million miles from home, minus the travel time.
Where to Staycation
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Tandoori Nites
Read Reviews8102 Kelley Dr Ste B, Stockton, CA 95209 (map)
George Merrick's iconic Coral Gables getaway is a majestic masterpiece. You probably haven't lived until you've sipped a mojito by the gargantuan swimming pool. If your stay includes a Sunday, call in ahead to make a reservation at the signature champagne brunch.
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Delano Hotel
Read Reviews1685 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139 (map)
If you've read Helen Fielding's "Olivia Joules and the Overactive Imagination," you're no stranger to this tony beachfront oasis. Yes, it feels cooler than you with its attractive staff and velvet rope-manning bouncer at the lobby during hectic weekends. However, it's a whole new world of access when you're a registered guest.
Doral Golf Resort and Spa
Read Reviews4400 NW 87th Ave, Miami, FL 33178 (map)
Far away from the South Beach waves and the ritzy ways of the Gables or Grove, this West Miami establishment has something for everyone. True to its name, this is home to the world-class golf course with its famed Blue Monster. Kids will love the lively outdoor waterpark where twisting slides end in pool splashes. Couples will enjoy the co-ed spa and the many on-site restaurants.
Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Read Reviews4441 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140 (map)
The legendary Miami Beach ode to opulence reopened after a massive $500 million facelift in 2008. Between the celebrity chef eateries and a policy that doesn't dissuade topless sunbathing on the main pool, this is truly an adult's watery playground.
Mandarin Oriental
Read Reviews500 Brickell Key Dr, Miami, FL 33131 (map)
Celebrities flock to this hotel for its secluded bayfront location. It certainly doesn't hurt that it's also home to the foodie fave Azul upscale eatery and home to one of the ritziest spas in town. If the dazzling Biscayne Bay don't inspire romance, pack comfortable shoes and walk a few blocks out to the lively financial district and Bayside Marketplace. (pictured above, photo courtesy of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group)
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Read Reviews3101 N State Rd 7, Hollywood, FL 33021 (map)
The 130,000-square foot casino may be the star attraction for those feeling lucky, but an overnight guest can explore 17 restaurants, 11 bars and 22 shops. If you time your stay just right, the adjacent concert venue may be hosting a world-class musical act or comedian on tour.
The Ritz-Carlton, Coconut Grove
Read Reviews33 SW 27th Ave, Coconut Grove, FL 33133 (map)
The great thing about spending the night in the Grove is that you don't have to worry about picking a designated driver after a day of shopping, an early evening of dining, and a night of club-hopping. Each of the 115 suites have a balcony, so feel free to admire the scene from above before striking out on your own.
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