Esmé Miami Beach
Bohemian-luxe Spanish village. Wes Anderson meets 1930s Havana, with leopard-print curtains and gothic floral wallpaper. Warm and slightly retro — zero mid-century modernism in sight.
Book Sushi Bar well in advance — only 12 seats and it fills up fast
Why It Matters
One of the most affordable Michelin Key hotels in the entire United States. Recognized with a Michelin Key in both 2024 and 2025. The eight-building property includes an omakase speakeasy with just 12 seats, a Trader Vic's Bamboo Room tiki bar housed in Al Capone's former gambling den, and an Andalusian gin-and-tapas concept — all within the paseos of a functioning Spanish village one block from South Beach.
Esmé Miami Beach is a Michelin Key-winning boutique hotel spread across eight Spanish-Mediterranean buildings along the historic Española Way. Originally built in 1925 as a bohemian artists' colony, it re-opened in November 2021 after a $40 million renovation. The place has real bones: Al Capone ran a gambling den out of what is now the Casa Matanza guesthouse, and Desi Arnaz kicked off a rumba craze on the same block. Interior designer Jessica Schuster leaned into the history hard — think jewel-toned foyers, maroon carpeted hallways, vintage key-lined check-in desks, and rooms swathed in saturated rosy pink, chartreuse green, and peachy hues. One block off the Collins Avenue strip but planted right on Washington Avenue's nightlife corridor, so it's quieter than the big beach hotels but not exactly silent.
Where You'll Stay
14 room types available
Accessible Classic Queen
Accessibility-focused room in the Matanza House. Warm palette of rosy pink and rich green — a more colorful and welcoming atmosphere than you'd typically expect from an accessible room.
Queen
Accessible Superior King
Accessibility-focused Superior King. Same rosy pink and rich green color palette. Built with both accessibility and style in mind.
King
Capone Suite
Located in the Casa Matanza guesthouse across Drexel Avenue — literally Al Capone's former lair. Private balcony, separate living room, and dining area. Avant-garde details: bamboo ceiling fans, leopard-print curtains, Spanish tile flooring. Complimentary newspaper delivery, same-day pressing and laundry, and deluxe turndown service included.
King
Classic Double Room
Available in either Esmé Village or the historic Matanza House. Good for two friends or small families. Same richly designed palette as the rest of the property.
Two Doubles
Classic King Room
Located in the historic Matanza House building. Moody, carefully detailed decor in the signature jewel-toned palette. Around 180 sq ft — genuinely compact, so don't overpack. Bellino linens, espresso machine, minibar, 43-inch Smart TV with Netflix, in-room safe, bathrobes and slippers.
King
Deluxe Double Room
Street views of Esmé Village with two full double beds. Good for friends traveling together or families. The street-facing position means you're in the middle of the Española Way energy.
Two Doubles
Deluxe King Room
The upper tier of standard rooms. A bit more luxury and space than the Superior tier, with the same signature moody palette and bespoke design details.
King
Española Suite
The entry-level suite. King bedroom plus a separate living room — finally some space to spread out. Richly detailed interiors in the signature Village palette. Good for guests who want the suite experience without going full Capone.
KingLouise Suite
A corner suite in the Esmé Village with a French balcony overlooking the paseos below. Named after a historical figure tied to the property. One of the most charming room options for couples who want a bit of theater with their stay.
KingMatanza Suite
The top-tier suite in Casa Matanza. Authentically appointed with Spanish tile flooring, intricate walls, and an atmosphere straight out of a film set. Private living room. For guests who want the full moody, eccentric, history-soaked experience.
KingSuperior City View King
Slightly more space and historic plaza views from the window. Good middle-ground option if you want a bit more visual payoff without jumping to balcony pricing.
KingSuperior City View King with Balcony
One of the most sought-after rooms in the house. Private balcony overlooking Española Way or the Matanza House courtyard. Morning coffee on the terrace with a view of the paseos is a proper treat. Found in either the Esmé Village or Matanza House.
KingSuperior King Room
A step up from the Classic tier. Still compact but with slightly more breathing room. Sits within the Village buildings — easy access to the paseos and all the action.
KingSuperior Queen Room
Richly designed room just off Española Way in the Esmé Village building. Intimate feel with the pedestrian plaza right outside.
QueenThe Property
Eat & Drink
6 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Hotel arranges dedicated beach access with towels and loungers for guests — no hunting for a spot on the sand.
Free bikes for hotel guests to explore South Beach. Ocean Drive is a quick pedal away and the flat terrain makes it genuinely enjoyable.
Ongoing programming across the five food and beverage venues, including live music at the Bamboo Room, weekend DJ sets at The Roof, and special omakase evenings at Sushi Bar.
Rooftop pool spanning four interconnected rooftops with cabana seating. Exclusive to hotel guests. DJs on Friday and Saturday evenings. Must be 21+ to check in; guests under 14 must be accompanied by an adult at the pool.
Complimentary Pilates sessions for hotel guests on weekends.
Complimentary yoga sessions for hotel guests on weekends, part of Esmé's curated wellness programming.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Free bikes available to all hotel guests.
Fireplace in the lobby — a rare touch for Miami Beach.
2,000 sq ft of meeting and event space across multiple rooms. Includes The Bamboo Room, Casa Matanza Courtyard, and dedicated meeting rooms. Good for small conferences, brand activations, and private events.
Available at the Front Desk.
Free wireless internet throughout the hotel, including guest rooms and public areas.
In-room dining available for hotel guests.
The property publishes its own magazine, available digitally via Issuu, covering the hotel's programming and cultural scene.
Espresso makers, coffee/tea makers, and minibars in all rooms. Premium Bellino linens and Grown Alchemist toiletries.
Tablet computers provided in all rooms alongside 43-inch Smart TVs with Netflix and premium digital channels.
Available from the main Washington Ave entrance or at Casa Matanza on Drexel Ave. $45/day for cars, $55/day for SUVs. Charged per 24-hour period.
Compact rooftop pool surrounded by cabanas across four interconnected rooftops. Hotel guests only. Weekend DJ sessions make it a social scene on Friday and Saturday nights.
All guest rooms include a laptop-compatible in-room safe.
Available upon request; included as a deluxe service in the Capone and Matanza Suites.
Same-day laundry and pressing service available for all guests; complimentary for suite guests.
Round-the-clock front desk staffed by multilingual team members (English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian).
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