Historic Hotels & Resorts in Miami from NZ$185

Sights with historical relevance in Miami are probably at the top of your travel itinerary. And while you're here, you can visit the major shopping area and scenic seaside. You can also discover the great live music in this vibrant area.

Based on our travel expertise, Park Central South Beach is a top historic resort bookable on Expedia and it features 2 outdoor pools. Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is a short 12-minute drive away. A couple of other options to soak up the local history include The National Hotel Miami Beach and Riviera Hotel South Beach.

Miami has 16923 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia, including 13 historic hotels or hotels close to historic sites.

Miami is notable for landmarks like Brickell Ave Bridge, Freedom Tower and Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. Known for its art and live music, cultural venues include Bayfront Park, James L. Knight Center and Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science. Other popular sights include Port of Miami and Fontainebleau.

Historic hotels give guests the opportunity to stay in a place that's been officially recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of palaces, castles, stately homes or even lodges, pubs or skyscrapers — any building that’s been identified as being of special interest. These types of hotels in Miami often retain original elements like traditional architecture and period features in guestrooms or communal spaces.

These are quite similar. "Historic hotel" is a term often used in the US, whereas “heritage hotel” is common in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to emphasise the physical building and architecture. Mainly heritage hotels draw meaning from the cultural value and how it inspired the surrounding community.

Yes, efforts are made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Tourists who book a stay can expect the usual amenities you'd get from a hotel such as WiFi, heating and air conditioning, and updated bathroom facilities. Booking a historic hotel in Miami doesn't mean you're picking a place that's rundown or uncomfortable for guests.