The Villa, Casa Casuarina
Maximalist Versace-era Italian Mediterranean — think bold murals, Medusa motifs, gold everywhere, stained glass, and Italian marble. The whole property is essentially a preserved shrine to one man's extraordinary taste. Not subtle, not understated, not quiet. Guests come for the spectacle, and the spectacle delivers.
You don't need to book a suite to see the mansion — book a table at Gianni's for lunch (from ~$34 for three courses) to access the courtyard and pool area
Why It Matters
It's the former Gianni Versace mansion — the actual one, with his original furnishings, the courtyard where he held infamous celebrity parties, and the front steps where he was shot in 1997. There is no other hotel on earth quite like it. The Thousand Mosaic Pool alone, with its 24-karat gold tiles and million-piece mosaic Medusa, is worth making a reservation at Gianni's just to see it in person.
The former Versace Mansion is one of those places that actually lives up to the legend. Built in 1930 by Standard Oil heir Alden Freeman in Mediterranean Revival style, purchased by Gianni Versace in 1992, and the site of his murder on its front steps in 1997, the 19,000-square-foot villa operates today as a boutique hotel with 10 to 13 suites. Every inch of the place is exactly as Versace left it — mural-covered walls, intricate mosaic floors, a 54-foot pool lined with 24-karat gold tiles and over one million Italian mosaic pieces. The restaurant and Onyx Bar are open to non-guests, so even if you can't book a suite, you can eat dinner next to the pool.
Where You'll Stay
13 room types available
Amore Suite
A charming suite with a king-sized bed and alluring stained glass windows throughout. Redesigned bathroom features blue marble and gold fixtures.
King
Aurora Suite
Overlooks the Thousand Mosaic Pool and is flooded with golden light from abundant stained glass windows in both the bedroom and sitting room. The four-poster king-sized bed is topped with swan detailing.
King
Aviary Suite
Step into the Aviary where parrots, hummingbirds, and doves decorate the walls. Features a private terrace, sitting room, a king-sized bed, and two full-sized beds/sitting alcoves.
King (plus two full-sized bed/alcove configurations)
Azure Suite
Rich cream and blue palette throughout. Features a king-sized bed and two full-sized beds/sitting alcoves, a walk-in closet, sitting area, and an Italian marble bathroom with bidet and oversized custom shower.
King (plus two full-sized bed/alcove configurations)
Empire Suite
Shares a private foyer with the Gianni's Master Suite. Features Ottoman Empire-themed murals of sultans and a soothing honey and jewel-tone color palette, with a king-sized bed and sitting room.
King
Gianni's Master Suite
The most coveted room in the house — Versace's actual former bedroom. Entered through a unique round foyer, the suite features a custom double king-sized bed, mural-covered walls, two balconies (one over Ocean Drive), a bedroom sitting alcove, his-and-hers closets, and a custom oversized double-head shower with bidet.
Custom double king
IL Mare Master Suite
A master suite with its own distinct character, consistent with the Villa's signature Italian marble bathrooms and Versace-era design.
Medallion Suite
Reached via the spiral staircase to an open-air walkway. Features designed Italian marble floors, a king-sized bed, and an oversized custom shower with lavish bathroom fixtures.
KingMosaic Suite
Accessed via the spiral staircase along an open-air walkway leading to a shared foyer. Handcrafted mosaics and marble finishes throughout create an opulent, unique atmosphere.
Roman Suite
Bright and spacious, featuring a king-sized bed, two built-in daybeds, and ample seating — one of the more social-feeling rooms in the property.
King (plus two built-in daybeds)Safari Suite
A distinctively themed suite within the Villa's collection, part of the property's full lineup of individually designed accommodations.
Signature Suite
Features a custom double king-sized bed and is distinguished by a large canvassed scenic painting that serves as the suite's centerpiece.
Custom double kingVenus Master Suite
The largest room in the Villa. Features a separate sitting area, two balconies — one overlooking Ocean Drive and one overlooking the Thousand Mosaic Pool — two flat-screen TVs, in-room stereo, DVD player, a custom double queen-sized bed, and an Italian marble bathroom with double-head shower, double sink, and bidet.
Custom double queenThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Bicycle rentals are available for exploring the South Beach area.
Every suite comes with a personal butler providing round-the-clock service. Butlers can arrange restaurant reservations, nightclub list access, and in-suite requests throughout the stay.
The Villa is available for corporate events, weddings, and private buyouts. The courtyard, rooftop, and dining spaces make for a one-of-a-kind event venue.
Staying at the Villa gives guests access to explore the mansion's historic interiors — the mosaic courtyard, open-air walkways, and preserved Versace-era rooms. A rooftop oasis, observatory, and open-air courtyard are also on-property.
The mansion's showpiece — a 54-foot outdoor pool lined with 24-karat gold tiles and over one million Italian mosaic pieces, featuring Versace's signature Medusa logo. Exclusive access for hotel guests; also visible from poolside Gianni's restaurant tables. Restaurant setup begins around 4pm.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Complimentary WiFi throughout the property.
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast served to hotel guests at Gianni's restaurant. The Staycation package also includes complimentary a la carte breakfast for two.
No on-site gym. Guests have access to the fitness center at the adjacent Hotel Victor.
All suites are dressed with Frette linens.
Suites feature original Versace fabrics, a Sono sound system, and a Kindle e-reader.
Valet parking available on-site. Included for one vehicle per room in the Staycation offer. Self-parking garages available about 3 blocks away.
54-foot outdoor pool lined with 24-karat gold tiles and over one million Italian mosaic pieces. Exclusive to hotel guests; restaurant dining overlooks the pool each evening.
Gift cards available via GiftLocal for hotel stays and dining experiences.
Full concierge services available including tour desk, restaurant and nightclub access, and activity bookings.
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