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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; beach views

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Spa

Gym

Bar

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1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL, 33139

Art Deco Historic District
1 min walk
Miami Beach Beaches
1 min walk
Ocean Drive
1 min walk
Miami, FL (MIA-Miami Intl.)
24 min drive

Room options

Betsy Balcony Suite

56 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Royal Ocean View Suite

56 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Skyline Penthouse

159 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Classic Double

23 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Classic King

23 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Classic King Suite

51 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Betsy Balcony

23 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Classic Double Suite

51 sq m
Sleeps 5
2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Pool

Hot tub

Spa

Pet-friendly

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

5 Dec - 6 Dec

About this property

The Betsy - South Beach

Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor swimming pools

Spend the day catching some rays at the beach, relaxing by one of The Betsy - South Beach's 2 outdoor swimming pools, or pampering yourself at the full-service spa.

The Betsy - South Beach offers 130 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 50-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the pool at The Betsy - South Beach. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Ocean Drive. 2 outdoor pools, 2 bars, and a full-service spa are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.

Enjoy a bite to eat at LT Steak and Seafood, a seafood restaurant with a beachfront location
Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
Valet parking available for a fee
Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools
Indulge with deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or manicures and pedicures at the spa
Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
Onsite recreation includes a gym, bike rentals, and yoga classes
Guests have great things to say about the location and the beach
Steps from Art Deco Historic District and 13 minutes by foot from New World Symphony Park
Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls

Sit back and relax on the beach with cabanas (surcharge), umbrellas, and sun loungers. At The Betsy - South Beach you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. This Art Deco hotel also offers a fitness center and a terrace. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4.5-star Miami Beach hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7 AM to 11:30 AM.

LT Steak and Seafood - This beachfront seafood restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

The Carlton Room Café - Onsite café. Open daily.

The Lobby Bar - This bar is located on the beach. Open daily.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

The Betsy - South Beach is listed in the 2010 Condé Nast Traveler Hot List.

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and public transport

Valet parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Limo/town car service

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 7 AM–11:30 AM: USD 10-50 for adults and USD 10-40 for children
1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
2 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar
Room service available

Restaurants on site

LT Steak and Seafood
The Carlton Room Café
The Lobby Bar

Things to do

2 outdoor pools
Art gallery
Bike rentals
Concerts/live shows
Evening entertainment
Fitness centre
Full-service spa
Yoga classes

Family friendly

2 outdoor pools
Children's books
Children's games
Children's toys
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

ATM/banking services
Banquet hall
Lift
Front-desk safe
Library
Reception hall

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry-cleaning service
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour/ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services

Business services

Business centre
Computer station
Conference centre (25000 square feet of space)
Meeting rooms - 14

Outdoors

Beach cabanas (surcharge)
Beach loungers
Beach umbrellas
Beachfront location
Pool sunloungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Spa

Body scrubs
Body treatments
Body wraps
Facials
Manicures and pedicures
Massage - deep-tissue
Massage - hot stone
Massage - prenatal
Massage - Swedish

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices available
Braille signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa

Beach towels
Romance packages available
Smoke-free property
TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bed sheets
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Frette Italian sheets
Heating (climate-controlled)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Dressing gowns
Children's dressing gowns
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Towels

Entertainment

50-inch LCD TV
Films for purchase
Premium channels
Satellite channels

Food and drink

Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Minibar

Children's slippers
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Electrical adapters/chargers
Free local calls
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
Iron/ironing board
Laptop-compatible safe
Laptop-friendly workspace
Phone
Slippers
Turndown service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 25 lbs per pet)
Food and water bowls are available
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

Resort fee: USD 51.30 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

Additional inclusions
Beach access
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Business center/computer access
Fitness center access
Fitness/yoga classes
Housekeeping
In-room bottled water
In-room safe
Internet access
Lending library access
Newspaper
Phone calls
Pool access
Sporting facilities or equipment

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 50 for adults, and USD 10 to 40 for children
Valet parking fee: USD 45 per night (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Betsy South

Betsy South Beach

Betsy South Hotel

Betsy South Hotel Beach

Betsy South Beach Hotel Miami Beach

Betsy South Beach Hotel

Betsy South Beach Miami Beach

Betsy Hotel Miami Beach

The Betsy South Beach

The Betsy - South Beach Hotel

The Betsy - South Beach Miami Beach

The Betsy - South Beach Hotel Miami Beach

The Betsy - South Beach Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

MARY

Travelled with family

23 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

The property is in an excellent location on the beach with beautiful trees and flowers in view. However, the property is very old and difficult to get from lobby to your assigned room, including taking more than one elevator to do so.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Felipe

23 Aug 2024

Disliked: Staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwen

Travelled with partner

21 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful hotel located at the quiet end of South Beach.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina Marie

Travelled with family

21 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The Betsy is a great location to everything! Hotel staff was friendly and helpful! I was able to check into our room at 12pm! Highly recommend if you are looking for a laid back hotel!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

saba

Travelled with family

11 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great atmosphere and nice staff

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

cristina

Travelled with partner

11 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We have never stayed at a better, accommodating, friendly, beautiful hotel! Our hotel made our trip! They must take care of their employees because they were the most friendly and attentive staff we have ever come across.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Dorotha

Travelled with family

11 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Guest Services was good

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen Andrew

Travelled with partner

11 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

My stay at the Betsy was unforgettable. I was upgraded to the penthouse, room 408. Beautiful views, as well as a relaxing and enjoyable stay. I can’t wait to go back.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dino

8 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

location on ocean drive and proximity to the beach

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family

7 Aug 2024

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Travelled with partner

4 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The elegance of it all! Rooms were spacious and comfortable. The art and decor was fascinating! The CEO’s were the best! We will be going back

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family

3 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridgett Scarlett

Travelled with partner

2 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Amazing staff, delicious food and clean rooms.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jami

Travelled with group

30 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It’s was a good location.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

29 Jul 2024

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

ELIANE

Travelled with partner

27 Jul 2024

Disliked: Staff & service

Overpriced & terrible rooms

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Paul

26 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

26 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Miami Stay

Staff were excellent, very helpful and very kind. Hotel was very nice.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with family

24 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I absolutely love this hotel and can’t wait to come back. Excellent service from the time I walked in until I left. It was clean, comfortable, great location. Breakfast was great especially the coffee. This is my new second home.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024