Venetian Islands Miami Beach, Florida
Renovated
2006
Price
$$$
Outside the door
The brand
The StandardCommunal bathhouse hideaway
Guests spend the day in white waffle robes, drifting between bayside hydrotherapy pools and garden daybeds.
“This 1960s Morris Lapidus-designed motel has been transformed into the most innovative new hostelry in South Florida.”
Where it shines
Remarkable
An indoor Turkish hammam anchors a hydrotherapy circuit alongside Biscayne Bay saunas.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, Wallpaper* and AFAR.
The décor is familiarly modern, in whites and blonde woods, and the look is familiar as well, blending mid-century Miami modernism with Scandinavian furniture.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Belle Isle keeps residential quiet on Biscayne Bay, an easy stroll across the bridge from Sunset Harbour.
The rooms
Blond wood and crisp white linens line the rooms, and Bath Terrace options add outdoor clawfoot soaking tubs.
Gym and hydrotherapy
Bring a swimsuit.
An outdoor Roman waterfall hot tub sits among the palms, and the red-floored gym has curved manual treadmills.
The hammam and sauna
The cedar sauna looks onto Biscayne Bay through an oval porthole, beside an indoor Turkish hammam with heated marble.
Dogs stay too.
Monterrey Bar
Dusty-rose velvet banquettes and wood paneling line this intimate cocktail lounge, serving craft drinks and small plates.
The Standard spa is the undisputed champion of glamour, and everything one could want in a spa experience and peaceful oasis currently in Miami.
At the table
Lido Bayside Grill serves coastal dishes directly along Biscayne Bay, and Café Standard pours cold-pressed juices.
How it began
The building opened in 1953 as the Monterrey Motel, a mid-century origin honored today by Monterrey Bar.
“The Standard Spa, Miami Beach is less a hotel in the traditional sense, and more a spa with guest rooms set amid tropical gardens.”
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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.