A cozy place to lay your head.

Located on the charming pedestrian Española Way in the heart of South Beach, El Paseo Hotel is a boutique property set amidst seven Mediterranean Revival-style villas spanning a block.

With a pink stucco façade, Spanish tile roof, striped awnings and arched windows opening up to Juliet balconies, El Paseo makes a charming first impression. The quaint lobby and reception area has Spanish tile floors with a flashy mosaic mirrored wall.

Rooms & Amenities

Upstairs, a sun-drenched library serves as a lounge with cushioned wicker chairs arched glass doors, as well as a balcony overlooking Espanola Way. Enjoy the complimentary wine happy hour every evening from 6 - 7 p.m., as well as complimentary coffee every morning.

Spacious rooms come in a variety of floor plans including suites with up to two bedrooms and a living area, making this a great hotel if you’re traveling with the whole family or a group of friends. Walls are painted in pastel shades of sea foam and turquoise with modern wooden platform beds, built-in headboards and end tables. Colorful throw pillows, beachy artwork and eclectic objets d’art add to the rooms’ charm. Bathrooms are clean and modern with glass-enclosed showers. Fully equipped onsite kitchens are available in certain suites and your room will have a full-sized or mini fridge, as well as a stocked bar.

El Paseo Hotel also offers private villas that are perfect for a bachelor or bachelorette weekend, birthday celebrations, or for groups of friends and family. This exclusive villa features eight standard king rooms in your own private building within the hotel, including a private gated party patio. Additional amenities are also included, such as a champagne welcome (with four bottles of chilled champagne), continental breakfast daily for two in each room, daily.

Espanola Way & Things To Do Nearby

El Paseo is situated on the corner of Espanola Way and Washington avenue in South Beach, which is just two blocks from Ocean Drive and the Atlantic Ocean. You will also have access to the hotel’s dedicated beach club with chairs and towels. This area is the heart of South Beach and within walking distance to the area’s best nightlife, restaurants and shopping along Washington and Collins avenues. It’s also two blocks south of the famed pedestrian mall, Lincoln Road.

Espanola Way, itself, is a unique and historic location with Mediterranean Revival façades and sidewalk cafés lining the pedestrian street. It’s a prime area to escape from the hustle and bustle of Washington Avenue, go shopping and enjoy all the dining and nightlife options nearby. Wake up early Saturday morning for a free 8:30 a.m. yoga class taught by South Beach’s oldest yoga studio, Synergy.

While there is no restaurant onsite at El Paseo, all of Espanola Way is at your doorstep with dining options including Havana 1957 for authentic Cuban cuisine, French bistro A la Folie and Pane & Vino La Trattoria Italian restaurant that specializes in hand made pasta. Guests of El Paseo receive a 15 percent discount at select restaurants and shops on Espanola Way.

El Paseo is truly one of Miami’s most original boutique hotels — and one of the most affordable, so don’t hesitate to book a room here in the heart of South Beach on one of its most charming streets.

By: Shayne Benowitz | April 07, 2022