The Pool at Mandarin Oriental, Miami

"—Updated by Terry Ward View the entire 2011 Gold List of the world's best places to stay › Also appeared in the Gold List in 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005 Amenities: Pool, Spa"

"Mandarin Oriental, Miami does not have beachfront access, but it does have a pool"

"Another big draw is the 15,000-square-foot spa, and so is the Oasis Beach Club, set on a private strip of white sand with daybeds, an infinity pool and an open-air café that serves sushi and light fare"

"With both a stylish pool and manmade beach, soak up the sun here sans the South Beach scene"

"The pool is an optical illusion with its infinity edge, and a fitness center and tri-level spa with 17 treatment rooms are next to it"