Miami

It’s great because the property has a tropical-island feel, yet it’s convenient for business travelers. Ask for a room with dual views of the city’s skyline and Biscayne Bay. — Departures

A romantic sense of Old World glamour combined with a rich history permeates the Biltmore as much as the pricey perfume of the guests who stay here. — Frommer's

This South Beach hotel opened in 2005 on the site of the former Vanderbilt Hotel. It is pricey but has every luxury, with 50 rooms and 75 suites. — DK Eyewitness

This 37-story all-suites property, adjacent to the original historic Fontainebleau hotel, overlooks the Atlantic Ocean, the Intracoastal Waterway and downtown Miami. — Gayot

Stately colonial hotel in a comparatively tranquil location on Ocean Drive at 14th Street in South Beach. — Hideaway Report

A sexed-up spa with midcentury sass, biodynamic wines and an infinity pool. — Jetsetter

The chic Perry South Beach hotel... is a bit removed from the action on the north edge of South Beach. — Oyster

In this ultra-laid-back Key Biscayne setting, it's natural to appreciate the Ritz brand of pampering with luxurious rooms, attentive service, and ample recreational activities for the whole family. — Fodor's

The new SLS is a modern Shakespearean stage for today's Romeos, Juliets and Richard IIIs, whose narcissistic tendencies are exceeded only by their ability to spend cold hard cash. — Star Service

Set on the northeastern tip of the prestigious Bal Harbour Village, ONE Bal Harbour Resort & Spa enjoys stunning views over northern Miami's Baker's Haulover Inlet and the Atlantic Ocean. — Gayot

Historic glamour parallels modern relaxation from the palm-fringed marble lobby to the beachy guest rooms. Technology fuses with style, convenience is matched with service. — Fodor's

Attractions inside the 70-story glass-and-granite tower include an 80-foot wall of water, two-acre terrace with three swimming pools and the 40,000-square-foot The Sports Club/LA. — Gayot

This 790-room Art Deco District hotel caters to the whole family. — Condé Nast Traveler

Cult-favorite, beach-front luxury hotel gets multi-million dollar face lift, after opening doors in 1956. — BlackBook

The former deco landmark is a deluxe addition to South Beach and for a chain hotel it feels young—heck, even vibrant. — Time Out

W brings successful brand of mega-boutiquery to South Beach, replacing usual chrome and dark finishes with de rigueur Miami blinding whites and big beachy views. — BlackBook

Another stratosphere of luxury and creativity. — Bon Appétit

Iconic style sets the tone in one of the city's trendiest hotels. — Gayot