• Collins Avenue in South Beach has several luxury hotels for Miami visitors.south beach looking north image by Wimbledon from Fotolia.com
  
  South Beach is a hip and modern destination offering visitors anything under the sun. Whether you are seeking a lazy beach-side roast, world-class shopping, exposure to Latin influences or an adventurous night life scene, you will have all your expectations met. Stay on the famous Collins Avenue that runs parallel to the Atlantic Ocean and stretches through the island of Miami Beach.
  
  

The Setai

• The Setai is a fairly new hotel to the South Beach scene and has graced "The Gold List" from Conde Nast Traveller in 2008, 2009 and 2010. The Setai offers an upscale experience with decor showcasing the international art deco movement with distinct Asian themes. According to the hotel's website, the landmark art deco property was built between 1936 and 1938 and adjoins the 40-story glass tower. The hotel has 85 rooms, 45 suites and one 10,000-square-foot penthouse for the most indulgent of visitors. Guest room amenities include rain showers, Dux beds, Lavazza espresso machines, in-room bar and 24-hour in-room dining. On-site facilities include a fitness center, full-service spa, Asprey boutique, three beachfront pools and beach daybeds. Dine on-site at The Restaurant, which serves Asian-inspired food or at The Grill, offering simple gourmet comfort food.
  
  The Setai
  
  2001 Collins Ave.
  
  Miami Beach, FL 33139
  
  305-520 6000
  
  setai.com
  
  

The Delano

• The Delano is known as the "hot spot" hotel for young, affluent travelers looking to party. Former guests remember the hotel for its stark white-on-white decor, but the latest renovations added a splash of color to bedrooms and larger bathrooms. Pick one of the 194 guest rooms offering city and ocean views or the 1,600-square-foot penthouse equipped with marble baths, ocean front balcony and a walk-in wet bar. Facilities include an outdoor pool, business center, bar, fully equipped gym and three restaurants, including the acclaimed Blue Door restaurant serving modern French and Brazilian cuisine.
  
  The Delano
  
  1685 Collins Ave.
  
  Miami Beach, FL 33139
  
  305-672-2000
  
  delano-hotel.com
  
  

Fontainebleau Hilton

• Opened in 1954, the Fontainebleau was once the stomping grounds of the "Rat Pack," catering to the the likes of Sammy Davis Jr. and Frank Sinatra. Transformed with a renovation in 2008, the hotel offers a grand 1,504 guestrooms and suites with one and two bedrooms, designed in a classic contemporary style. The resort hotels has three bars, one night club, a 5,800-square-foot gym and a full-service spa. Dine at one of seven restaurants on-site, serving anything from Cantonese to modern American deli fare.
  
  Fontainebleau Hilton
  
  4441 Collins Ave.
  
  Miami Beach, FL 33140
  
  800-548-8886
  
  fontainebleau.com