The Ritz-Carlton

This 1953 hotel, designed by architect Morris Lapidus, is a national landmark protected by the city. The recently renovated hotel features elegant and hip designs. The rooms are crisp and modern, with white walls and deep blue furniture. The lobby offers a vibrant bar scene and ocean views. The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach boasts an impressive $2 million original art collection displayed throughout the hotel, featuring both established and emerging artists, many from the local Miami area. The hotel also offers two restaurants, a bar, a luxury full-service spa, and a gorgeous cross-shaped pool.