Typically, no one would consider a hotel bar to be the “it” place in the nightlife scene. In Miami, hotel bars are all the rage. Whether you are grabbing a drink before dinner, taking a few shots before a long night out on the lively South Beach streets, or simply looking to make it a low key-type night, Miami has an array of hotel bars to suit your every need.
Best Hotel Bar in Miami: Rose Bar @ The Delano
1685 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
The Delano hotel is an iconic infrastructure that lies within the ever so popular South Beach. Boasting an atmosphere of pure elegance, the hotel’s Rose Bar is simply a posh, hole-in-the-wall bar. We would classify this bar as the perfect spot to have a couple of before/after dinner drinks—just a pit stop in the way of an adventurous outing. Make sure to dress the part, for the typical South Beach get-up (swimwear and sandals) does not quite mesh with this venue.
Best Hotel Bar in Miami: Sunset Lounge @ The Mondrian
1100 West Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Famous for its incredibly captivating staircase, the Mondrian is striking another accord with its undeniably chic Sunset Lounge—yes, we took it outdoors for this one. This multi-area venue incorporates a traditional lobby bar and an unconventional take on the outdoor lounge, including breathtaking views of Downtown Miami’s skyline, secluded cabanas, a seductive garden, and, of course, a giant-sized sandbox—who says grown-ups cannot have a little childish fun?
Best Hotel Bar in Rooftop @ The Gansevoort South
2377 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
If you think that the enormous aquarium tank inside the Gansevoort’s hotel lobby is a nice touch, wait until you make it up to the hotel’s rooftop escape. This paradise allows for an experience like no other in Miami. Whether you are looking to go for a daytime swim or enjoy an evening cocktail atop the breezy rooftop, we guarantee that you will love it here.
Best Hotel Bar in Miami: B Bar @ The Betsy
1440 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139
When it comes to successfully masking a venue from the mainstream of things, most venues, although they might pass under the radar for a short while, will eventually become known to the masses. The B Bar, however, has done quite a remarkable job in regards to keeping out the mainstream crowd. We are not sure how exactly it is that they go about creating such an exclusive venue, but we like the idea of it. They have adopted hype quite like no other venue. The venue embodies a mystifying presence that exudes ultimate style and effortless elegance. Take it from us, B Bar holds its own.
Best Hotel Bar in Miami: Bleau Bar @ The Fontainebleau
4441 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33140
The Fontainebleau Miami Beach has had its share of work done (facelifts, renovations, re-designs), and we are not complaining. The venue has been transformed into this enormous entertainment-focused machine. You have got the hotel’s exquisite restaurants, fabulous nightclub, outdoor escapes and the prominent bars, scattered throughout. Let’s focus on their lobby bar, Bleau Bar. The round bar houses all your usual favorites, adding a touch of unique blends. Ambient lighting is used to set the mood at this hotspot (lit floors and all).
