Botanical atrium bolthole
A lush, bohemian refuge away from South Beach flash, designed around an open-air tropical courtyard that doubles as the neighborhood's living room.
“Hidden in plain sight on a main retail drag in Coconut Grove, Mayfair House Hotel greets you like a secret Eden…”
Where it shines
Exceptional
Kenneth Treister's Gaudi-inspired atrium wraps leafy open-air walkways around cascading fountains.
Notable
Rooted in Coconut Grove, its rooftop rum bar is named for sip sip, the Caribbean art of easy everyday conversation.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
UK Gold List
Condé Nast Traveler
2026
Also in Wallpaper* and AFAR.
The rooms are decked out in saturated colors, and combine clean contemporary lines with lively retro ornament; some include claw-foot tubs or vintage typewriters.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
CocoWalk shops sit right across the street, and the bayside parks of Coconut Grove are a short stroll away.
The rooms
Rooms come in saturated peacock blue and terracotta tones, and open onto private balconies.
The rooftop pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The rooftop pool looks out over Coconut Grove, bordered by green umbrellas and a hand-painted floral mural.
The gym
The 24-hour fitness room is stocked with cardio machines and weights for workouts between courtyard yoga classes.
Dogs stay too.
Sipsip Rum Bar
Rum cocktails and conch fritters are served poolside on the roof, with DJ sets on Friday nights and Sunday afternoons.
a soaring open atrium of outdoor corridors lined with lush plants and a buzzy lobby bar set in a hollowed-out fountain.
Restaurant
Mayfair Grill
Open-hearth cooking anchors the ground floor, serving wood-fired regional dishes with Southwestern and Argentine flavors.
At the table
The Fountain Lounge pours agave spirits and wine from a vintage elevator car tucked into the courtyard greenery.
How it began
The 2022 restoration preserved the 1985 property's original hand-carved entrance doors, stained glass, and brick archways.
“Originally designed by influential Miami architect Kenneth Treister in 1985, the property was refreshed by New York-based studio Goodrich, preserving its spirit...”
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.