Sole on the Ocean

On the north end of Miami Beach, this hip hotel with ocean views is 3.6 miles from the upscale Bal Harbour Shops and 6 miles from the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami. Modern rooms with sleek decor have private terraces with ocean or bay views, plus coffeemakers, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Airy 1- and 2-bedroom suites add minibars and full kitchens. In-room spa treatments are available (fee). The nightly resort fee covers breakfast, access to the fitness center, and use of beach chairs, towels and umbrellas. There's also a private beach club, an outdoor pool, a spa and an Italian restaurant.