The Betsy - South Beach

4.5 star property

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Royal Ocean View Suite | View from room
Front of property
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; beach views
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL, 33139
  • Art Deco Historic District
    1 min walk
  • Miami Beach Beaches
    1 min walk
  • Ocean Drive
    1 min walk
  • Miami, FL (MIA-Miami Intl.)
    24 min drive

Room options

Betsy Balcony Suite

  • 600 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Royal Ocean View Suite

  • 600 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Skyline Penthouse

  • 1710 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double

  • 250 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Classic King

  • 250 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic King Suite

  • 550 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Betsy Balcony

  • 250 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Suite

  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About this property

The Betsy - South Beach

4.5-star hotel in South Beach
Spend the day catching some rays at the beach, relaxing by one of The Betsy - South Beach's 2 outdoor swimming pools, or pampering yourself at the full-service spa.
The Betsy - South Beach offers 130 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 50-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials.
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan in the sun loungers (chaise longues) or kick back in the shade with cabanas (surcharge) and umbrellas. At The Betsy - South Beach you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

The hotel offers a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. This Art Deco hotel also offers a fitness center and a terrace. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).

The Betsy - South Beach is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7 AM and 11:30 AM.
LT Steak and Seafood - This beachfront seafood restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
The Carlton Room Café - Onsite café. Open daily.
The Lobby Bar - This bar is located on the beach. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

The Betsy - South Beach is listed in the 2010 Condé Nast Traveler Hot List.
The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Valet parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 50 for adults and USD 10 to 40 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • LT Steak and Seafood
  • The Carlton Room Café
  • The Lobby Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 14 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (25,000 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1942
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Children's robes
  • Children's slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 25 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 51.30 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Business center/computer access
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Lending library access
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 50 for adults, and USD 10 to 40 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 45 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Betsy South
Betsy South Beach
Betsy South Hotel
Betsy South Hotel Beach
Betsy South Beach Hotel Miami Beach
Betsy South Beach Hotel
Betsy South Beach Miami Beach
Betsy Hotel Miami Beach
The Betsy South Beach
The Betsy - South Beach Hotel
The Betsy - South Beach Miami Beach
The Betsy - South Beach Hotel Miami Beach

The Betsy - South Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 745 out of 1009 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 1009 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1009 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1009 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1009 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MARY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is in an excellent location on the beach with beautiful trees and flowers in view. However, the property is very old and difficult to get from lobby to your assigned room, including taking more than one elevator to do so.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Felipe

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel located at the quiet end of South Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina Marie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Betsy is a great location to everything! Hotel staff was friendly and helpful! I was able to check into our room at 12pm! Highly recommend if you are looking for a laid back hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

saba

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere and nice staff
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

cristina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have never stayed at a better, accommodating, friendly, beautiful hotel! Our hotel made our trip! They must take care of their employees because they were the most friendly and attentive staff we have ever come across.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Dorotha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Guest Services was good
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at the Betsy was unforgettable. I was upgraded to the penthouse, room 408. Beautiful views, as well as a relaxing and enjoyable stay. I can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
location on ocean drive and proximity to the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The elegance of it all! Rooms were spacious and comfortable. The art and decor was fascinating! The CEO’s were the best! We will be going back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridgett Scarlett

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, delicious food and clean rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jami

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s was a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

ELIANE

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Overpriced & terrible rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Miami Stay
Staff were excellent, very helpful and very kind. Hotel was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I absolutely love this hotel and can’t wait to come back. Excellent service from the time I walked in until I left. It was clean, comfortable, great location. Breakfast was great especially the coffee. This is my new second home.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

zareh

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donnovan

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

sam

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very charming place that feels like a haven (in the best ways) from the Miami Beach madness.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024