COURTYARD MIAMI BEACH SOUTH BEACH, Miami Beach

The hotel sits in the centre of South Beach, right in the Art Deco district. It is one block from Lincoln Road Mall, offering shopping, dining, and entertainment, and a 2-minute drive or 10-15 minute walk to the Miami Beach Convention Center. The beach is a 1-block walk away. Multiple fast-food and casual dining options are within 0.5 km. The area is lively and central, with clubs and nightlife on the doorstep; noise from the street and neighbouring clubs can be significant, especially on weekends. Those arriving by car can use public parking garages on 16th Street or near Lincoln Road for around $20/day, considerably cheaper than the hotel's $50/night off-site parking. The hotel's location is ideal for walkable exploration of South Beach, Española Way, and Ocean Drive.

Rooms are designed as studios with either one king or two queen beds, plus a sofa bed in some units. Each room has a seating area, work desk, and coffee maker. The bathrooms are private with walk-in showers (some with roll-in showers for wheelchair access), and include free toiletries. Hardwood floors are standard. Noise can be an issue due to thin walls and proximity to clubs; rooms facing the street are noisier, and internal noise from adjacent rooms is common. Some rooms have small windows facing a wall or alley. The hotel underwent renovation in January 2026, improving overall condition, but some older furniture and stained couches have been noted. Air conditioning is available but can be noisy. No rooms have balconies. The rooms are generally spacious and clean, but light sleepers should request a room on a higher floor away from the street.

On-site dining includes The Bistro - Eat. Drink. Connect.® (currently temporarily closed) and a Starbucks for breakfast. The hotel also has a bar, snack bar, and coffee house on site. The daily $29 destination fee credit can be used at the bar or café for food and drinks, including made-to-order breakfast items, cocktails, and dinner. The credit does not accumulate and must be used each day. Breakfast options include a la carte items such as sandwiches, pastries, and coffee; some find the selection limited. The bar offers complimentary cocktails with the credit, and service can be slow when understaffed. Nearby Lincoln Road and Española Way offer extensive dining options within a few minutes' walk.

The hotel features a rooftop outdoor swimming pool with loungers, umbrellas, and towels, open year-round. The pool terrace offers city views but can be basic - no bar, music, or comfortable seating on the roof itself; the bar area is indoors. The pool hours run until 8 pm. The fitness centre is small, with one treadmill, a bike, and some free weights; it's free to use. Complimentary beach chairs (2 per room daily) and 2-hour bicycle hire are included. Evening entertainment and nightclub/DJ are available at an additional charge. For families, board games and puzzles are provided. The beach is a 1-block walk, with various companies offering chair and umbrella rentals.

Services include a 24-hour front desk, concierge, express check-in/check-out (additional charge), and ATM on site. Business facilities include a free business centre and fax/photocopying; meeting/banquet facilities are available for an extra charge. Laundry and dry cleaning are offered at additional cost. Parking is off-site and costs $50/day with no reservation possible; valet is available but can have long wait times. Indoor amenities include air conditioning, heating, lift, non-smoking rooms, allergy-free rooms, and a minimarket on site. The hotel is pet-friendly with applicable charges. Safety features include 24-hour security, CCTV, key card access, and safety deposit boxes (free). Accessibility features include wheelchair-accessible rooms with roll-in showers, auditory guidance, lower sinks, raised toilets, and grab rails. Wi-Fi is free in all areas for basic access; premium internet costs $4.95 per 24 hours. Luggage storage is available.