The best accommodations Miami

Budget & Tips

In high season, it is rare to find hotels for less than US$200 a night. For those on a budget, there are about ten youth hostels in Miami, some of which have double rooms for more privacy.

Prices do not include taxes (sales tax, resort tax and visitor's tax): you must therefore add 13% per night. Most hotels charge an additional resort fee which includes access to the pool, wifi, beach towels and other services.

It is generally more advantageous to book directly on the hotels' websites rather than on the big booking platforms that charge commissions to the hoteliers. However, if you want to leave room for the unexpected by booking as you go, you should know that there are applications offering hotel nights at discounted prices for the same evening. The best known is Hotel Tonight.

To be booked

In the last few years, the prices of accommodations in Florida, and particularly in Miami, have gone up. Be aware that prices are lower between August and November, but soar from mid-December to June. It is therefore preferable to book your accommodations from France.

Smart tip: it is wise to check that no big event is taking place during your stay (Miami Boat Show, Art Basel...), unless you absolutely want to attend it. Indeed, there is nothing like it to make the prices soar (and moreover, it makes the traffic in the city much more complicated).

What's very local

Two room configurations are common in Miami and in the United States in general: twoqueen-size beds (160 cm) or one king-size bed (180 cm). The vast majority of rooms (regardless of the type of hotel) are equipped with at least a small refrigerator, a microwave and a coffee maker, which is very practical for keeping water and food cold or eating on the go. Finally, the vast majority of hotels in all categories have an outdoor pool, often heated.

Good to know: in the USA, the first floor corresponds to the first floor, not the second floor.

For food lovers

Few hotels offer free breakfast in Miami. So you will always have to pay extra. When it is offered, it is rather copious! It often includes a savory part like an English breakfast with eggs or bacon as well as all kinds of cereals, pastries and cinnamon, pecan or banana cakes.

Smokers

Smoking is not allowed in Florida accommodations (and in public places in general). However, some allow smoking on the balcony, but it is better to ask about this when you arrive.

Tourist traps

By going through the classic reservation platforms or directly through the hotel's website, you should not have any bad surprises. However, be sure to read the reviews carefully, especially concerning the hotels in South Beach and Ocean Drive. If they are very popular with tourists because of their ideal location and their unique Art Deco style, they are often poorly insulated and not always very modern.