Downtown Miami & Brickell's Top Luxury Hotels

Luxury hotels in Downtown Miami and Brickell are admired for their beautiful accommodations and second-to-none amenities – including MICHELIN-honored restaurants, upscale spas and buzzy rooftop pools. They’re also conveniently located near dozens of local attractions, landmarks, museums, parks and shopping, not to mention surrounded by exceptional views of Biscayne Bay and the iconic Downtown Miami skyline.

Looking for places to stay in the heart of Miami? Here are our favorite Downtown Miami and Brickell hotels to book for your next luxurious, tropical urban escape.

Kimpton EPIC Hotel 

Sitting pretty along the Miami River where Downtown Miami meets Biscayne Bay, Kimpton EPIC Hotel is nothing short of majestic. Featuring 411 rooms and suites, each with its own private balcony, the Kimpton EPIC combines urban design, modern charm and boutique ambiance in the middle of the action.

The Presidential Suite at this Downtown Miami hotel is as coveted as it gets, with spacious living room quarters and a master bedroom with a king-size bed and unparalleled views at every turn. The MICHELIN-recommended hotel also has a trendy rooftop pool with cabana rentals, and two iconic restaurants: ZUMA Miami on the ground floor and Area 31 on the 16th floor, adjacent to the pool.

Gale Miami Hotel & Residences 

Steps from Kaseya Center, Gale Miami Hotel & Residences offers luxury accommodations in a prime location. Of the 688 units, 160 are decked out as condo-style residences, while 80 are traditional hotel rooms. There’s also a rooftop pool with views of the ocean and Biscayne Bay, a full service spa and a spacious gym.

Spanning the hotel’s lobby and romantic sidewalk terrace, Casa Gianna cooks up creative Italian eats in an elegant and inviting setting. Up on the ninth floor, Yamashiro arrives in Miami via Los Angeles, a Japanese Zen garden in the sky famed for its elevated dining and unforgettable atmosphere. While you’re there, stop for a drink or hang out a while at 400 Vinyl Room, the hotel’s speakeasy-like cocktail club and listening lounge.

The Elser Hotel & Residences

Towering 49 stories over Downtown Miami, The Elser Hotel & Residences frames Biscayne Bay, from its condo-style floor-to-ceiling windows, the rooftop pool and hot tub and two-story gym. There are 646 posh studios and one-, two- and three-bedroom suites, fully equipped with spacious balconies, state-of-the-art kitchens, laundry machines and stylish bathrooms.

The Elser is pet- and family-friendly. And definitely do not skip a visit to ViceVersa, the hotel’s award-winning, lobby-level Italian aperitivo bar that’s home to some of the best pizza and cocktails in Miami. 

EAST Miami Hotel

At the core of Brickell City Centre, with instant access to amazing shopping and dining options, the EAST Miami Hotel is a chic and relaxing refuge that spans an impressive 41 floors and 352 rooms. The modern-minimalist accommodations are spacious, with upscale bathrooms, floor-to-ceiling windows and glass balconies that look out to sparkling Biscayne Bay and the city skyline.

Aside from the dozens of food and drink options at Brickell City Centre, EAST is home to Quinto, a Latin American restaurant known for its wood-fired cooking, as well as Sugar, a lush rooftop cocktail oasis on the 40th floor, and Tea Room, a Hong Kong-inspired lounge with stunning panoramas.

SLS LUX Brickell

Less than a half-mile from Downtown, SLS LUX Brickell lives up to its name and then some. The all-suite accommodations here have been masterfully designed by Yabu Pushelberg, with plush and playful details that nod to Miami’s Art Deco glam. A breezy rooftop pool with cabanas, a private tennis court in the sky, mini golf, an on-site med spa and fitness center all enhance your stay here.

You’ll also be able to admire a wealth of world-class art during your stay thanks to the SLS LUX Brickell’s partnership with Jorge Pérez, benefactor of Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM), less than two miles north of the hotel. Its close proximity to Brickell City Centre also offers unparalleled access to some of the best shopping and eateries in the area. 

Four Seasons Hotel Miami

One of the tallest buildings in Brickell, Four Seasons Hotel Miami stands 70 stories high, with 221 polished rooms and suites, a spa partnership with Equinox, an expansive rooftop pool deck with a grand pool, over-water hammocks and cabanas you won’t want to leave.

Enjoy artful Japanese-Peruvian fusion dining at NUNA, timeless French cuisine at EDGE Miami (which also hosts a fabulous Sunday brunch buffet), inventive cocktails and hi-fi sounds at Séptimo, and poolside eats and sips with a coastal Latin flair at Bahia. 

W Miami

Nestled along Brickell Avenue within the sprawling Icon Brickell luxury community, W Miami is a sleek and stylish Miami hotel with interior design by Kelly Wearstler throughout the 146 rooms and suites. All rooms have their own private balconies with views of the Miami River or cityscape. Guests also have access to common areas designed by the famed Philippe Starck, such as the 28,000-square-foot Icon Brickell Spa and 15th-floor pool deck, which spans two acres and houses one of the longest hotel pools in America.

Located within the hotel, TULUM Rooftop Bar & Restaurant offers global flavors and inventive cocktails. Cantina La Veinte, a glitzy Mexican spot, and the legendary Italian hospitality brand Cipriani also have locations in the Icon Brickell complex.

Brickell Arch, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Miami

Escape to Brickell Arch, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Miami, where sophisticated style meets stunning bay and skyline views. Set 36 stories above the city, the hotel's thoughtfully designed rooms and suites offer abundant natural light and a relaxing retreat in the heart of Brickell.

There’s a 25th-floor Sky Lounge for cocktails and Mediterranean cuisine at ADRIFT Mare by David Myers, plus authentic Basque fare in a cozier setting at Casa Zeru on the lobby level.

JW Marriott Marquis Miami

The 41-story, 313-room JW Marriott Marquis Miami is an iconic and elegant stay planted on the south end of Downtown Miami. What puts it over the top are the amenities, including the rejuvenating Enliven Spa & Salon, a stainless steel sky pool, the Mariano Bartolome Indoor Golf School and an NBA regulation basketball court just steps from Kaseya Center, the home of the Miami Heat.

On the lobby level, you can indulge in coastal Mediterranean cuisine at Boulud Sud, from MICHELIN-recognized chef Daniel Boulud. There’s also the more relaxed Met Cafe & Bar, the Intermezzo Coffee Bar and an Executive Lounge for Concierge Level guests on the second floor.

Hotel Beaux Arts

Gracing the top three floors of the JW Marriott Marquis (starting at the 39th floor), the boutique Hotel Beaux Arts is its own lavish private oasis above the Downtown Miami skyline, featuring 44 dapper guest rooms and suites plus concierge services and an exclusive lounge. As a guest of Hotel Beaux Arts, you also gain access to all of the overlapping JW luxury amenities.

InterContinental Miami

The striking marble exterior hints at the grandeur that awaits inside the InterContinental Miami. The elegant 34-story, 600-room haven overlooks Biscayne Bay and is located in Downtown Miami at the foot of Bayfront Park, just a few minutes from Bayside Marketplace.

Richard Sandoval’s acclaimed Toro Toro serves Pan-Latin fare, while Freddy’s Speakeasy offers an intimate, Prohibition-style cocktail bar with seating for 12. Both mySpa and the rooftop pool at this hotel offer relaxing escapes when there’s downtime.