THE FRITZ HOTEL, Miami Beach

The Fritz Hotel sits right on Ocean Drive in the heart of South Beach, directly across from the beach and the Lummus Park promenade. This area is one of the best-rated locations in Miami Beach for accessing the sand, the Art Deco architecture, and the main tourist strip. Within a short walk, you will find the Versace Mansion, the shopping on Collins Avenue, and the nightlife on Washington Avenue. Numerous restaurants are within 0.3-0.5 km, including Picciolo Italian Bistro, South Beach Cafe, and Puerto Sagua. Walgreens is around the corner for essentials. Public transport is convenient: the bus and trolley stops are two blocks away.

The Fritz offers suite-style accommodations with separate living areas and bedrooms. Rooms feature Italian marble, granite, and cherry wood, with hand-painted ceilings and walls. Many rooms include a private balcony overlooking Ocean Drive or the side streets. Each suite comes with a 42-inch plasma TV, and some have two flat-screen TVs. Kitchens or kitchenettes are equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, coffee-making facilities, and in some units a dishwasher. Standard amenities include air conditioning, heating, a safe, free toiletries, and a terrace or patio in select rooms. Some rooms are on the first floor and may have limited views or face the street, so light sleepers should request a higher floor away from Ocean Drive to avoid noise from nearby bars.

The Fritz Hotel does not have its own restaurant or bar. Breakfast options are available but vary by room and date-check your booking confirmation for details. There is no on-site dining facility, so all meals are taken out. However, the location on Ocean Drive places you within minutes of a wide variety of restaurants and cafes. Nearby options include Picciolo Italian Bistro (0.5 km), South Beach Cafe (0.5 km), Pizza De Miami (0.5 km), and Puerto Sagua (0.5 km). A water dispenser is available in the lobby, but guests should plan to eat out or use the in-room kitchen for meal preparation.

The Fritz features an outdoor swimming pool on the rooftop terrace, offering views over Ocean Drive and the ocean. The pool area includes sun loungers and a terrace. The pool may not be open during all stays, so check availability before booking. There is no spa or wellness centre on site. For additional leisure, the beach is directly across the street, and the hotel provides beach towel service. The rooftop deck is also a quiet spot for sunbathing or watching the sunrise.

The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk for check-in and assistance. Luggage storage is available free of charge, allowing guests to explore before check-in or after check-out. Daily housekeeping is provided but on an alternative-day schedule; you must request it 24 hours in advance. Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the property for an additional charge. Parking is available at a nearby public lot (no reservation needed) for US$40 per day, with valet parking an option. The hotel has a lift, outdoor furniture, a sun terrace, and a safety deposit box. The property is non-smoking throughout and has CCTV, key card access, and smoke alarms for security. A deposit of USD 150 is required at check-in. No airport shuttle is available.