The Best Cheap Hotels to Book for Your Miami Trip

Looking for a cheap Miami Beach hotel with extra pizzazz? Nearly every one of the 11 rooms in this apartment-style boutique hotel has a view of Ocean Drive, where you’ll be situated. Bright statement walls in rooms – which include an accessible option – add color to the mostly white spaces, where you can chill on comfy seating and – in some – work at the handy desk. Don’t worry about any practicalities: the 24/7 digital concierge team will help.

Rooms at this Art Deco District stay are simple with vibrant touches like patterned rugs and bright wall art. It’s the amenities you’ll really love: from complimentary breakfast and beach towels, to the atmospheric Asian-style garden. The concierge team can help you make the most of your trip, offering all sorts of assistance, from spa bookings to tour reservations. The shared kitchen means you can rustle up dinner – but make sure you save room for the nightly complimentary wine and cheese.

Watch the sunset over Miami from the skyline-view rooftop pool with bar, then see the Biscayne Bay area sparkle from your bed when you choose a bay-view room at this cheap hotel in Miami. Come morning, sip Starbucks in the lobby and hit the fitness room. Drive 10 minutes to get to South Beach and the Port of Miami or hop on the free Metromover nearby to reach Downtown. Bringing your furry friend? They have pet-friendly rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, just like every room.

Two blocks from Bayfront Park in Downtown Miami, Eurostars Langford is a charming 1920s landmark Beaux-Arts building, with a soaring ground-floor lobby, original crown molding, marble walls and vintage brass elevators. The 126 guest rooms have an urban appeal, with parquet floors and minimal antique furniture. Bloom Skybar, the rooftop lounge, offers classic cocktails and small bites with impressive city views. The hotel, which is surprisingly affordable, is within walking distance to popular nightlife destinations, including Lost Boy and Mama Tried.

In the heart of Miami Beach and a short walk to the ocean, Lincoln Arms Suites is a mid-range hotel situated inside a restored Art Deco building from 1942. The retro-chic lobby has original terrazzo floors, riveted steel and leather armchairs and a stylish Edison bulb chandelier. The 43 remodeled studios and one-bedroom suites feature wood floors, full-sized kitchens and well-placed modern furnishings. There is a sunny rooftop lounge with plush chairs and an exclusive happy hour offered at sister hotels. Within striking distance of popular beaches, restaurants and nightlife, this place is ideal for exploring Miami Beach’s quieter side.

Just across from the lush Peacock Park in Coconut Grove, Arya is a modern arty waterfront Miami hotel with unobstructed views of Biscayne Bay. Hardwood floors and white paneling are an ideal backdrop to the colorful prints, metallic sculptures and framed photographs on display. Bright guest rooms range in size from 280sqft (26sqm) to more than 1,500sqft (140sqm) with private balconies, contemporary furnishings and granite countertops. There’s a rooftop pool where you can spend the day relaxing with food and drink brought to your lounge chair. Meanwhile, the Panorama Restaurant offers upscale American fare with scenic views from the eighth floor.

Located a block from the beach, not far from Bal Harbour, Seaside is a newly constructed North Beach boutique hotel with all the comforts of home. Bright, apartment-style rooms feature modern furnishings and full-sized kitchens. Studios are quite affordable, with one-bedrooms and doubles also available at a slightly higher cost. Take a dip in the courtyard pool or walk just a few minutes and you can swim in the ocean. It’s a short drive to popular nightlife destinations and a quick stroll to many shops, restaurants and the pristine North Shore Park. Access everything Miami has to offer while staying far enough away to relax and unwind properly.

In the heart of trendy Mid-Beach, L Hotel is a mid-range boutique set inside a quaint Art Deco building. With only three floors, the modest hotel offers an intimate alternative to the chic high-rises of South Beach. The hotel’s 40 bright guest rooms are spacious and modern with metallic palm-leaf printed accent walls. Ideally located, the hotel is within walking distance to both the beach and some of Miami’s hottest nightlife destinations – including LIV. Although services are limited, complimentary breakfast is served in the lobby every morning from 8am until 10am.