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- June 13, 2023
Coming to Greater Miami & Miami Beach for a cruise? You should really stay a night or two before or after your cruise vacation from PortMiami and discover some of Miami’s incredible art and culture, restaurants and fun-filled entertainment while you are here. The best part? These Downtown Miami/Brickell hotels are conveniently located near a world of exciting things to do and, of course, your cruise ship.
A hip alternative to Downtown Miami’s big brand hotels, Hotel YVE Miami is truly a Miami gem. With local art throughout the lobby, modern décor and chic white furnishings with bright strokes of color, this hotel exudes Miami style. YVE is located in the heart of the action – directly across the street from Bayfront Park, only a short walk to Kaseya Center and Pérez Art Museum Miami and a five-minute ride to PortMiami. Bonus: comfortable rooms with views of Biscayne Bay and the stunning Miami skyline.
The Novotel Miami Brickell is a modern hotel for the savvy traveler. Located in Brickell and close to PortMiami, the hotel's tropical interiors will give you all the Miami vibes. Enjoy amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center, pet-friendly rooms and a complimentary movie under the stars on the hotel’s infinity pool deck every Thursday at 8 p.m. Guests can also enjoy music by a DJ each Friday night from 7 to 10 p.m. or Saturday morning yoga while overlooking Miami’s iconic skyline.
Aloft Miami - Brickell, part of the Starwood Hotel Group and considered the little sister to the W Hotel brand, offers stylish digs catering to a new generation of travelers. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, iPhone docking stations in each room and a grab-and-go café for convenience. While it’s considered a limited service hotel, there’s no shortage of hip, millennial style with a chic bar and lounge and a pool. This location is just a short drive from Mary Brickell Village, where guests can enjoy a variety of dining and shopping options.
The Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay sports an upgraded fresh, coastal feel. Guests can enjoy a handcrafted drink or a delicious meal made with local ingredients at Gold Coast Kitchen + Cocktails, a new addition to the rooftop terrace. The hotel is located at the northern edge of Downtown Miami, where you can easily access the famous Wynwood Arts District and enjoy a lively night out at this arts and culture hub. At the Miami Marriott, you’ll catch a gorgeous Biscayne Bay or skyline view no matter where you go. You can even get a nice view from the fitness center.
The InterContinental Miami offers sweeping waterfront accommodations in Bayfront Park. Head to Bayside Marketplace for shopping and dining overlooking the water then retreat to the luxurious 34-story marble tower for a good night’s sleep. Dine at chef Richard Sandoval’s trendy Toro Toro, which offers a modern take on South and Central American cuisine, or enjoy a hip happy hour at the bar, which is popular among the Brickell post-work crowd. Hotel guests can also partake in exciting weekly activities, like culinary pop-ups, salsa dancing, art shows and yoga. Don’t miss the iconic digital LED screen lighting up the entire outside façade with videos of dancers, which can be seen even from South Beach.
When you’re looking for a comfortable full-service hotel in the heart of the city, Hilton Miami Downtown offers an ideal location on Biscayne Bay. This massive hotel features 527 guest rooms, a rooftop pool and sweeping water views. Its convenient location is perfect for guests who want to experience it all, with PortMiami just one mile away, South Beach less than five miles away and a Metromover station (Downtown Miami’s free elevated mass transit system) just around the corner.
The Homewood Suites by Hilton Miami Downtown/Brickell has studio and one-bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchens that include a refrigerator, microwave and dishwasher. Ideal for families wanting a fun afternoon, the hotel is just a short distance from the Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science. It also has a covered outdoor swimming pool, a fitness room and a free breakfast buffet. You can even enjoy a free evening social complete with light bites and drinks on Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m.
Located on Miami Riverwalk and home to the Miami Convention Center, the Hyatt Regency Miami is a 615-room hotel in the heart of Downtown Miami that is always buzzing with business travelers, but its amenities and location can be valuable to any traveler. Enjoy a fully equipped 24-hour fitness center, a heated outdoor pool and many nearby food options. It’s a direct stop on the Metromover, so getting around is a breeze, and the best part is that PortMiami is only two miles away.
In the heart of Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Miami - Miami Downtown/Brickell Area offers comfortable guest rooms and a welcoming setting with an outdoor pool and fitness facility. It's also a short distance from Downtown Miami's hottest attractions, from Bayfront Park to Bayside Marketplace and various restaurant options. For a quick, easy trip to PortMiami, the hotel partners with several companies to provide affordable transportation to your cruise ship terminal.
A Hilton Honors member hotel, Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Miami Brickell/Downtown seamlessly evokes Miami’s style more than you might expect from a major chain hotel. With bright-pink accent furniture, a rooftop pool with South Beach-style cabanas and a hip Brickell location, this 221-room hotel is also LEED-certified and a member of the Florida Green Lodging Association, so you can feel extra good about staying there. It’s also home to one of Brickell’s most popular sports bars and gastropubs, Batch Gastropub, and is close to plenty of restaurants and entertainment hot spots.
Directly facing Biscayne Bay in the northern part of Downtown Miami, DoubleTree by Hilton Grand Hotel Biscayne Bay is inside a luxury condo tower at the edge of Edgewater's chic, residential neighborhood. With easy access to the Metromover, you’ll reach any part of Downtown Miami in a matter of minutes. This hotel has four restaurants, including Casablanca on the Bay, which serves up fresh seafood (with a side of picturesque Biscayne Bay views) and has a lively brunch each Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with music by a DJ. The hotel also has an outdoor pool, a fitness center, a salon and a spa and boutique shops on the lobby level. It’s like a city within a city – and it’s located just one mile from PortMiami.
The Holiday Inn is always a solid option for budget travel, and the Holiday Inn Port of Miami-Downtown's amenities keep pace with many of the area’s hotels. The 200-room hotel has free coffee in the lobby, a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, and an outdoor pool, and it’s a seven-minute drive to PortMiami.
Set in the heart of Downtown Miami with stunning views of Biscayne Bay, The Elser Hotel is a refined and stylish choice for travelers wanting to stay close to all the action. Guests will enjoy the hotel's sleek, apartment-style accommodations, which include fully equipped kitchens, designer closets and luxurious bedding. Groups or families will fit comfortably in two- or three-bedroom suites featuring spacious living and dining room areas. Many of the units offer private balconies with expansive water views. There’s also a resort-style pool with a pool bar, a state-of-the-art gym, a fitness deck, and a lawn area with an outdoor theater. The Elser is in close proximity to PortMiami as well as popular attractions, such as the Pérez Art Museum Miami, Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science and the Kaseya Center.
Looking for more hotels in Downtown Miami/Brickell? Here is a comprehensive list of hotels near PortMiami.