Kimpton Hotel Palomar South Beach
Miami Beach, Florida
West Avenue
Vibe
The lobby evokes a yacht hull tilted on its side, with custom light installations and fabrics patterned like Atlantic ripples.
“Yacht hull daydream”
A tilted yacht hull shapes the lobby, with custom lighting and ocean ripple fabrics.
Rooftop yoga and complimentary bicycles complement a gym with weights and balance balls.
Rooftop drinks accompany oversized chess; the lobby living room hosts a daily social hour.
Beside Collins Canal at Sunset Harbour, with Lincoln Road a short walk away.
“The 96 rooms, set around a central atrium, will feature signature Kimpton amenities like in-room yoga mats, Atelier Bloem bath products, and vibrant design touches.”
Rooms
Wood wallcoverings and local Art Deco references shape the interiors, while selected rooms have balconies or terraces facing Collins Canal.
Wellness
The outdoor rooftop pool sits within a multilevel terrace with loungers and cabanas, complemented by a 24-hour gym with weights and balance balls.
Eat & drink
Palomar Café serves American breakfast beside the lobby each day, while the rooftop pool bar keeps drinks and poolside food close.
The neighborhood
Collins Canal puts you on South Beach’s bay-facing side, among Sunset Harbour’s cafés and boutiques, with Lincoln Road a short walk away.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.