The Villa Casa Casuarina
Miami Beach, Florida
South Beach
Vibe
Behind the Ocean Drive gates, decorated walls, ceilings and windows preserve the extravagance of a private mansion.
“Gold mosaic mansion”
Versace's former home preserves decorated walls, ceilings and windows from his residence.
Stained glass and hand-carved furniture fill elaborate suites surrounding a gold-tiled mosaic pool.
Personal butlers and Frette linens bring attentive comfort to ten intricately detailed suites.
On Ocean Drive amid South Beach restaurants and bars, with Collins Avenue shopping steps away.
Rooms
Stained glass, mosaic tile and hand-carved furniture fill intricately detailed suites, with marble baths continuing the elaborate interiors.
Wellness
The 54-foot outdoor mosaic pool incorporates 24-karat gold tiles, with swimming reserved for overnight guests.
Backstory
Built in 1930 as a residence and 24-apartment property, the building later became known as Amsterdam Palace.
Eat & drink
Gianni's serves Italian and Mediterranean dishes beside the Mosaic Pool, while Onyx Bar pours cocktails and wine.
The neighborhood
Ocean Drive's restaurants and bars surround you, with Collins Avenue shopping steps away in lively South Beach.
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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.