Best Christmas Hotels in Miami

The blissful beach weather and festive atmosphere always makes for a fantastic Christmas stay, hotels go all out for the celebrations with different themes and activities every year... live music and performances, activities for children, fantastic displays, lights and decorations and naturally, festive Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Dinners and Events.

Miami is a magnet for visitors during the holidays and booking your hotel as soon as possible is a must for best chances at better rates and availability.

As expected, hotel rates in Miami during Christmas and the holiday period skyrocket the closest you get to it. Premium views i.e. bayviews and fireworks views book months in advance, and of course, come with premium prices.

If you have accumulated Hotel Reward points, THIS is the time to redeem! All major hotel chains are more than well-represented in Miami, many with several flaghsip hotels in the area, but again, start your search early as the number of rooms allocated for Rewards will be limited.

The period between Christmas and New Year is very busy, there is also the Orange Bowl happening at the same time.

While hotels in South Beach and Miami Beach are in the center of the action, for a quieter scene choose a place a bit further away. The areas in North Beach, Surfside and Sunny Isles, Coconut Grove and Key Biscayne have a more tranquil while still lively vibe.

If traveling in a group with family or friends, a vacation rental is quite convenient and has much to offer. There are endless options from luxury beachfront condos to convenient studios offering fantastic value just steps from the beach. The most sought-after properties sell out quick so try to book early, here is more on Miami Vacation Rentals

There is plenty to choose from whether you are celebrating with friends and/or family and children. Below find some top picks for Christmas Hotels for spending the holidays in Miami and the celebrations, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day offerings, from dinners, brunches, activities for the kids, visits with Santa, etc.

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Great for Families: 1 Hotel South Beach

This is a 426-room resort, with a sublime 600-feet of beach frontage, a 30,000 square foot center pool, and a house fleet of All-Electric Audi e-trons, the Official Electric Vehicle of 1 Hotels offering complimentary transport. Guests are welcome to enjoy the Audi Electric Vehicle Experience while taking advantage of the house car during your stay.

In keeping with the 1 Hotels philosophy, each room is designed for comfort with pure and natural elements, every detail brings the outdoors inside, all beautifully executed.

• The state-of-the-art eco rooms include use of tablet with daily digital newspapers, 55-inch smart TV, Bluetooth speakers, in-room water filtration system, and espresso machine with organic coffee.
• There are 4 swimming pools, all with panoramic ocean views, including an adult exclusive rooftop pool on the 18th floor with mesmerizing 360 degree views and poolside cabanas.
• Full-service Bamford Haybarn Spa with a selection of holistic treatments, services and classes and a 14,000 square-foot Spartan Gym.
• Many dining options from grab-and-go to exquisite cuisine, all with an emphasis on fresh ingredients: Plnthouse, Watr at the Rooftop, The Sand Box, Tala Beach, Neighbors, Drift, and signature Habitat.
• Join in for the holidays at Habitat, the hotel's modern-day Mexican restaurant offering light and fit options as well as classic Mexican dishes with a twist using the freshest ingredients and handmade tortillas. Enjoy the nature inspired dining room, outdoor patio or private mezzanine. Habitat offers Christmas Eve and Christmas Day menu enhancements, gather with your loved ones at Habitat and feel right at home with a festive dinner including seasonally-inspired holiday dishes.
• Family-friendly: Seedlings Program Kid's Club offering a variety of activities including sports, teambuilding and games, swimming, outdoor adventures, arts & crafts (extra charge)
• Non-smoking throughout
• Pets are welcome! (Allowed on request, no extra charges)
• Free Wi-Fi in all areas
• Onsite Parking $62/day

1 Hotel South Beach:

2341 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Sunny Isles: Acqualina Resort and Spa

This is a superb beachfront luxury resort in Sunny Isles Beach with a full-service spa and 4 restaurants offering gourmet dining options. Even though in an opulent Mediterranean setting, the atmosphere is intimate and relaxed, great for families. Top-notch service from start to finish...

• Spacious guestrooms all furnished with private balconies and modern amenities with breathtaking ocean and/or intracoastal views
• Three outdoor swimming pools, including an adult-only pool
• Several dining options from casual fare to fine dining: Italian, Japanese, Beachside casual and its award winning Il Mulino New York which offers an extraordinary Christmas menu
• Watersports and beach activities available for a fee and offered by a 3rd party: jetskiing, paddleboarding, kayak rental
• Family-friendly: Kids club (free), in-room babysitting available. Up to 3 children up to 17 years of age can stay in parents' room free of charge if no extra bedding is requested
• Pet friendly
• Free Wi-Fi
• Private Onsite Parking is $40 per day

Acqualina Resort and Spa:

17875 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160

The Fontainebleau Miami Beach

The Fontainebleau is a top beachfront resort with top amenities, pool complex, fine dining, nightclub and lounges... Unwind and spend the holidays and experience all Fontainebleau has to offer. Indulge your palate with their chef's exclusive creations and celebrate with a variety of dining options.

• Grounds are beautiful and inviting, the pool areas, the beach... top rate spa and wellness facilities
• Eight restaurants: Chinese, Italian, Steakhouse, Pizza, etc. The hotel offers a choice of indoor or outdoor, private and semi-private venues with panoramic views of the ocean where you can indulge with family and friends during the holiday season
• Free Wi-Fi in all areas
• Onsite Parking costs $58 per night

The Fontainebleau Miami Beach:

4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33140

The Setai Miami Beach

Blissful zen at this oceanfront Asian-inspired property. 130 rooms and suites spread over a 40-story glass tower (the tallest building in So Be) and an adjacent 1930s Art Deco building.

• Rooms in the Art Deco building have courtyard or city views.
• Lavish spa, steam room and fitness centre in premises
• Luxurious grounds feature a majestic interior courtyard and three temperature-controlled infinity pools
• Three superb dining options for guests: Jaya Restaurant serving Asian fare, the Courtyard Bar and Ocean Grill and Bar at the Pool. Festive season at the Setai features a specially curated menu by executive Chef Vijay Veena and his 5-star culinary team.
• Impecable and flawless service sets this property apart
• Non-smoking throughout public and private areas
• Quieter atmosphere than surrounding hotels as there are no lounges or clubs in the premises
• Free Wi-Fi in all areas
• Small pets allowed!
• Onsite Parking is $49/day

The Setai Miami Beach:

2001 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Coral Gables: The Biltmore

The Biltmore in upscale and leafy Coral Gables, is a lavish hotel built in the 1920s in gorgeous Mediterranean Revival style with all the amenities for a plush and pampered stay in the Magic City.

• Lavish 600,000-gallon swimming pool, 18-hole golf course, luxury spa, 10 tennis courts
• Plenty of dining options: Four restaurants and two bar/lounges offer Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Brunch and Dinner
• Free Wi-Fi in all areas
• FREE Onsite Parking
• Limousine Service
• Childcare available

The Biltmore:

1200 Anastasia Avenue, Coral Gables, Florida 33134

Marriott Stanton South Beach

Luxurious oceanfront resort with direct beach access, has 224 rooms spread over 11 floors, many with private balconies with breathtaking views of the city skyline or the sea. The atmosphere here is a blend of modern sophistication with a laid-back beach vibe.

• Two restaurants on premises, you can enjoy Mexican classics at Lolo's Surf Cantina or authentic Japanese cuisine and fresh sushi at Azabu.
• Outdoor infinity edge pool, free beach cabanas, full-service spa and fitness center.
• Bicycle rentals and parasailing onsite
• Valet parking is $42 per day
• Dogs up to 25 lbs welcome, $150 non-refundable fee

Marriott Stanton South Beach:

161 Ocean Drive, South Beach, Miami Beach, FL 33139

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