14 best spa hotels in Miami, featuring stunning Biscayne Bay views

Few places nail “luxury that doesn’t take itself too seriously” like JW Marriott Turnberry Miami. Quietly posted up in Aventura (translation: halfway between Miami Beach and Fort Lauderdale), Turnberry is a sun-drenched playground that makes you wonder why you’d ever leave the property at all.

Yes, it’s a “golf resort,” but don’t panic. You don’t have to own a visor or say “birdie” unironically to belong here. You just have to appreciate smart design, a spa that fixes bad decisions and enough pools so everyone in your family can pick a favorite. Turnberry somehow feels luxurious without being uptight, family-friendly without turning into a toddler rave and massive without feeling like you’re checking into a small nation. It’s the rare spot where you can sip a coconut mojito at 11am, fly down a waterslide by noon and erase your regrets with a deep-tissue massage by 3pm. Hypothetically.

If you’ve ever dreamed of staying somewhere that looks like it was designed for a lifestyle shoot—but where you can actually mess up the pillows—Turnberry’s rooms get pretty close. Giant balconies, soaking tubs that could double as plunge pools and enough space to dance like no one’s watching without knocking over a lamp. The vibe is “elevated coastal”: clean neutrals, dark woods and just enough Miami polish to keep things fun without veering into tacky.

Corsair is the on-site go-to for a long brunch or a casual dinner. The food is an amazing combination of comfort and finesse—think short rib hash, crispy Brussels and a Caesar salad that’s actually exciting.

The amenities are where Turnberry flexes. First: the pools. A full water park called Tidal Cove, complete with lazy river, surf simulator and slides. The spa? Massive. Beautifully designed. Blessedly free of fake eucalyptus smells. Treatments are legit and the hydrotherapy circuit is enough to make you briefly forget the real world back home. Golfers will be thrilled with two championship courses. There’s also a serious fitness center.

Time Out tip: Right next door is the Aventura Mall, packed with everything from high-end shops to a surprisingly strong food hall. If you want to escape further, Miami Beach, Wynwood, downtown and Hollywood Beach are all within 20–40 minutes.

Address: 19999 West Country Club Drive, Aventura, FL 33180
Price: Prices start at $210/night (doesn’t include taxes and fees)
Closest transport: Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, 15 minute drive 

This shiny new 51-story hotel in Downtown Miami opened its doors in July 2024 and quickly became a popular destination for those visiting the Magic City, and with its family-friendly amenities and convenient location near the Port of Miami, it’s the perfect pre- or post-cruise stays.

Centrally located near museums, restaurants, it’s also a family-friendly hotel that has all the amenities you need to feel at home. The rooms are full of subtle touches with simple blue and white decor and Amalfi Coast-inspired artwork. There are a mixture of studios, one bedroom suites, and two bedroom suites available—most of which have kitchenettes complete with cookware. In the bathroom you’ll find toiletries with a light and refreshing white tea fragrance, two waffle bathrobes, and a hair dryer. Rooms with balconies are the perfect place to watch the moon rise over Biscayne Bay. 

On the first floor of the hotel, you’ll find Casa Gianna, the hotel’s full-service restaurant serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. It’s flanked by a gorgeous bar and a massive open kitchen that allows you marvel at the chefs as they plate dishes. There’s also a really lovely terrace for outdoor dining. If you’re short on time, pop into Cafe Gianna, the restaurant’s grab and go window that features Italian pastries, sandwiches, and La Colombe coffee. 

The hotel’s 10th floor spans 18,000 square feet and features a state-of-the-art gym, a spa, and a dedicated playroom for children with toys, books, and games. The gym has every machine or weight you can imagine, plus an outdoor terrace that’s great for practicing yoga. There’s a hammam spa, sauna, steam room, and cold plunge. Treatments here range from a classic Swedish massage to body scrubs and body sculpting massages with full-body algae wraps and Dead Sea salt scrubs.

Head down the spiral staircase to the 9th floor where you’ll find a 16,000-square-foot poolside oasis, lined with palm trees, tons of lounge chairs, and a well-stocked bar. 

Time Out tip: This is the only hotel off the beach that grants its guests access to two beach chairs and towels on South Beach, thanks to a partnership with the Marriott Stanton South Beach hotel, so don’t pass up a stretch out on the sand. 

Address: 159 NE 6th St, Miami, FL 33132
Price: Starting rates are $249 during low season and $399 during high season
Closest transport: Miami International Airport, 15-minute drive

The majority of regulars at this luxury wellness facility have one thing in common: they never want to leave. And why should they? The hotel’s spa offers nearly every single treatment ever created. We're talking massages, sound therapy, healing therapies as well as health and wellness procedures on-site. Though you don’t have to step foot in the spa to experience the breadth of relaxation options available. Benefit from access to thermal baths and hydrotherapy circuits.

Mood? Beachside rejuvenation. 

Location perks? Expansive, serene aquamarine views across Miami Beach. 

Budget range? Caters to many mid-range budgets.

Time Out tip: The hotel also offers more than 200 exercise classes per week, are of which are available to all hotel guests.

The Buenos Aires-based brand has brought its experience-focused hotel concept to Miami Beach, complete with its captivating crimson design and incredible Los Fuegos restaurant—which is headed by Argentina’s most famous chef, Francis Mallmann. Baz Luhrmann was involved in the concept of the hotel, if that doesn’t say everything, so expect lots of glam and glitz with a touch of irreverence.

There are murals by Argentine artist Juan Gatti, an extensive Jeff Koons collection and Damien Hirst’s “Gone But Not Forgotten,” a nearly 10-foot-tall gilded skeleton of a woolly mammoth. 

Situated just north of electric South Beach, Mid Beach is considerably quieter, which means beachgoers will appreciate the uncrowded shores. However, the hotel’s nightlife offering is unlike elsewhere in Miami Beach, subbing the dancing for dancers and performances at the 150-seat Faena Follies theater. Cabaret shows, concerts by big-name acts and musical performances are typical of the space. Nearby you’ll also find Cecconi’s, for handmade pasta in a garden-like setting; string lights and indoor trees add to the fairytale feel; Broken Shaker, for craft cocktails and boozy punch bowls you may or may not want to share with your friends; and Basement, for indoor bowling and ice skating, plus late-night dancing.

Basically, this place is fancy with a capital F, but we’ll happily cough up the extra cash required for a rubdown inside the hotel spa. Tierra Santa is a holistic destination, so your mind, body and total wellbeing are all looked after here. Treatments also utilize natural ingredients like palm tree butter sourced from the rainforests and run the gamut from traditional massages to advanced beauty procedures that brighten the skin from within. Talk about a glow-up.

Time Out tip: The Faena may very well drain your bank account, but the Faena Forum across the street will save you from social ruin. Pop in every second Sunday of the month for free rollerskating featuring live DJs and performers.

Address: 3201 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140, USA
Price: Rates start at around $815 per night 
Closest transport: Miami International Airport, 18 minute drive 

Set on Collins Avenue, The Setai is an Asian-inspired retreat that offers guests a laid-back luxury stay. If you've ever heard of muted luxury, it's sort of like that, only better, thanks to all the hints of tropical elegance. Think Art Deco interiors with clean lines, warm, bronzy hues, teak wood, and a luxurious outdoor pool canopied by tall palm trees. The cherry on top is, of course, the impeccable dining options showcasing both Asian and Mediterranean flavors, and the spa - massages coupled with the ocean views will make you feel like you're on another dimension.

The mood? Asian refinement. 

Location perks? A secluded stay with panoramic ocean views, bright open interiors, and a vibrant bar scene - tick, tick tick. 

Budget range? Very flossy.

There are so many reasons to stay at the Fontainebleau—nostalgia (it was the hangout for stars like Frank Sinatra), the partying (looking at you, LIV) and the food (you haven’t lived until you’ve eaten your way through the hotel). But one that always tops the list is Lapis, the hotel’s massive indoor spa with hydrotherapy pools, private treatment rooms for things like wraps and facials and marble chaise loungers. Not into massages? Skip the treatment and book a day pass to enjoy the spa’s coed water journey as well as the sauna and steam rooms for just $50, a perk that’s only available to guests.

Mood? Pure alluring fun. 

Location perks? Scenic ocean views and near to the Art Deco District.

Budget range? Caters to various budgets.

Time Out tip: The Fontainebleau’s iconic pool area includes The Arkadia Day Club pool for adults only, offering alcohol and a DJ. Look out for concerts at the pool a.k.a BleauLive. Tickets go fast.

Just over the bridge to Brickell Key is the Mandarin and its expansive spa, featuring treatment rooms with private showers and plus luxury suites with views of Biscayne Bay. For those who wish to truly disconnect from outside world, the spa offers digital detox programs that carry on as mini-retreats, as guests participate in group fitness classes, meditation and other activities while keeping their devices safely put away.

Mood? Tropical paradise. 

Location perks? A quick walk over the Brickell Key Bridge drops you in the center of Brickell, a bustling neighborhood that’s gone from a financial district to an entertainment hub.

Budget range? High-end.

Time Out tip: Bring your biggest appetite for the all-you-can-eat extravaganza at La Mar that concludes with an adorable artisanal dollhouse stuffed with desserts.

The newly renovated and rebranded Esencia Wellness makes for quite the relaxing stay at the Eden Roc – at 22,000 square feet (nearly a half-acre) there’s more to see and do here than on most properties. Whether it’s a treatment in one of 18 private cabins or a destressing sweat sesh at the fancy gym or a post-workout blowout, the wellness facility has you covered. Once you’ve had enough of the indoors, the hotel is packed with cabanas and comfy loungers strewn about multiple pools. Pick one and chill out.

Mood? Old Hollywood glamour. 

Location perks? On the South Beach front, Bass Museum of Art and Lincoln Road Mall are both a short drive away. 

Budget range? Caters to mid-range budgets and above.

Time Out tip: Book a table at Nobu Restaurant, which serves up Japanese-fusion cuisine in Japanese-inspired decor.

Its treatment rooms are decked in marble, its menu is inspired by global and ancient practices like Ayurveda and its focus on bespoke wellness means men and women of all ages will find something to wow, soothe and treat them at the Surf Club spa. While most facilities will allow the use of its pools and fitness centers, the Four Seasons goes one step further with access to a row of private cabanas. (Note that guests who come only to the spa do not have access to the cabanas; only in-house guests have cabana access.)

Mood? Shoreside opulence.  

Location perks? On northern Miami Beach and a short drive from Downtown Miami.

Budget range? As expensive as it gets.

Time Out tip: Dine with views of the ocean on the terrace of the Amalfi-inspired Lido Restaurant, where you'll find bright and briny plates like ricciola (sliced yellowtail crudo) and branzino in “Palermitana” sauce.

This is where the cool kids stay when they want to unwind but also want to party. It’s a common predicament best resolved at the Standard, where you can follow a day of drinking frosé and listen to music by the pool with a quiet evening in the spa hammam and an organic Mediterranean dinner overlooking the bay at the Lido Bayside Grill. Be sure to snap plenty of Boomerangs of you and your friends swinging on the courtyard loungers.

Mood? Relaxed, understated, alt South Beach.  

Location perks? A semi-secluded spot, though a quick walk over the bridge puts you in Sunset Harbour, a tiny pocket of shops, restaurants, and bars galore.

Budget range? Caters to various budgets.

Time Out tip: On the first Sunday of each month, scenesters gather for Not Your Standard Bingo: a free game night led by the colorful drag queen Shelly Novak and always fun DJ Jody McDonald. 

Not all rainy days in Florida are a wash, especially if you’re hunkered down at the five-diamond resort and can make use of its luxury spa facilities. Aqualina’s is the first ESPA-branded spa in the U.S., meaning it uses the natural, perfumed products for all of its skin-soothing treatments. The secret to glowing skin? A good night’s rest and a facial during your stay.

Mood? Faux-Mediterranean extravagance. 

Location perks? Secluded beachside. A ten-minute drive to luxury shops and restaurants of Bal Harbor.

Budget range? As expensive as it gets.

Time Out tip: The elaborateness continues at Il Mulino New York, sister of the well-known Big Apple restaurant.

Miami’s unpredictable forecast is best served by an afternoon at the iconBrickell’s spa, where guests of the adjacent W Miami can swim, soak and chill in several indoor pools. However, if relaxing in the chandelier-lit water lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows is hindering your social life, the lavish spa offers private room rentals for the ultimate relaxing event.

Mood? Crisp, cool beach vibes. 

Location perks? Spectacular views of Downtown and Brickell.

Budget range? Caters to various budgets.

Time Out tip: Don’t leave without a dip in the 300-foot infinity pool overlooking Biscayne Bay.

Home to South Florida’s first Exhale Spa, the Epic Hotel is synonymous with R&R. Head to the 16th-floor spa for massages, facials and an array of butt-kicking fitness classes. While smaller than most Miami spas, Exhale’s location on the hotel’s rooftop deck makes it a favorite for an afternoon of therapies, beginning with a relaxing treatment and then moving on to poolside cocktails and lounging.

Mood? Glitzy haven. 

Location perks? On the banks of the Miami River, in the middle of the city’s banking district.

Budget range? Mid-range.

Time Out tip: Complimentary morning coffee and tea and an evening wine hour are included.

For the beach house vibes, there's no doubt you'll fall in love with Hotel Victor. Situated in South Beach, it offers bright, airy, rooms with slick modern furnishings to accompany to-die-for views overlooking the Atlantic. Featuring a secluded outdoor pool, and a tranquil  Peruvian Crystal Color Therapy Spa - which we'll get onto – this tropical escape is the perfect remedy to your unrelenting 9-5 schedule. Unwind your way at K'alma Spa with a range of massages, facials, body treatments, and even a meditation room for a much-needed digital detox. 

 The mood? Modern meets classic. 

Location perks? Try out the first U.S. Peruvian Crystal Color Therapy Spa right here at Hotel Victor. 

Budget range? There's no doubt this one's on the luxury end. 

Time Out tip: Head to Baia Beach Club to enjoy cocktails at  Sundown Social featuring stunning views overlooking South Beach's shores.