South Beach Budget Hotels

Staying in South Beach doesn't have to be pricey. These hotel gems will leave you with enough extra cash to snag a $20 mojito at Skybar.

The lobby at the Hotel St. Augustine. Photo courtesy of the hotel.

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2/10/2012

By Jodi Mailander Farrell

It may seem like an oxymoron, but a sweet deal in South Beach is still possible. Here's proof that you don't need a platinum card to be a part of it:

The Clay's Hostel
One of the coolest hostels on the planet, this 140-bed place to lay your backpack shares a 1920s building with an affordable hotel by the same name on picturesque Espanola Way. The street is a Mediterranean-style block of cafes and shops where the first and last episodes of the Miami Vice TV show were filmed. There are male and female dorms, with suite-style shared bathrooms, as well as private single and double rooms with private baths. A common kitchen is open 6 a.m.-midnight. Walk to clubs, shops, cafes and the beach. From $60 a night.
1438 Washington Ave., South Beach; 305-534-2988.

The Tropics Hotel & Hostel
Close to the scene, but far enough away to muffle the thumping bass lines of the SoBe party scene, this less well-known hostel has shared dorms and private rooms, plus a kitchen. Walk to Lincoln Road, Espanola Way and the beach; stagger home from the Delano, the Raleigh or SET. The biggest perk: An Olympic-sized pool beloved by the young, international crowd that stays here. From $59 a night for a private room, $20 per person for a shared room.
1550 Collins Ave., South Beach; 305-531-0361.

Crest Hotel Suites
You'll find the original terrazzo on the floor of this 1939 restored boutique hotel. In the heart of the Art Deco Historic District, it has 43 rooms and 23 one-bedroom suites, plus a small pool in an interior courtyard. Rooms are stark, modern and small, but who's complaining when you can dabble in the Deco experience at such a deep discount? From $95 a night during off season, $155 a night during peak season.
1670 James Ave., South Beach; 305-531-0321.

Indian Creek Hotel
Maybe it's the steamer trunks stacked for effect in the lobby, but there's a distinct film noir feel to this restored 1930s Pueblo Deco charmer. Its updated 61 rooms are on the edge of South Beach, but close enough to feel like you're still a part of it. There's a small pool for afternoon dips and a stellar in-house restaurant. Billed as an "affordable boutique hotel," it packs loads of personality, starting at $69 a night depending on the season and availability.
2727 Indian Creek Dr., Miami Beach; 305-531-2727.

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danrow

Posted on Wed, 03.17.2010 @ 20:52

I stayed at the Casanova Suites in Ocean Drive last fall and liked it. It is a nice suites hotel on 5th and Ocean Drive. The rates were pretty accessible for such big suites and the location was nice. ... Read more

Ad3m

Posted on Sun, 02.01.2009 @ 20:09

I Personally am a chronic booker at the SOUTH BEACH GROUP locations I stay there I tell my friends to stay there and when i have artist in town that is where they saty as well. If you go to their site you might just find a spot for $59 to $100 a night a block away from collins ave thats a beautiful thing muhabbet & mIRC ... Read more

aquagurl88305

Posted on Sat, 10.25.2008 @ 07:26

I like the Aqua hotel on Collins Ave. It's a boutique hotel that has a pool and a Jacuzzi. Plus the desk staff is friendly to everyone, and the office staff are friendly too. ... Read more