Freehand Miami, Miami Beach

Freehand Miami - An award-winning boutique hotel with craft cocktail bars and garden-to-table dining near South Beach

Located a 5-minute walk from Miami Beach, this James Beard Award finalist Miami Beach hotel features the Tales of the Cocktail's Best American Hotel Bar, Broken Shaker, serving handcrafted cocktails with house-made elixirs. The property's 27 Restaurant utilizes fresh ingredients from its on-site garden, offering local fish, shellfish, and choice meats. Freehand Miami provides rooms ranging from private king suites (260 sq ft) to shared quad rooms with bunk beds. All accommodations include en-suite bathrooms, complimentary Wi-Fi, and custom artwork by Bard College students. A lush courtyard houses an outdoor pool that's open from sunrise to sunset. The hotel sits less than 1 mile from South Beach's nightlife and 12.5 miles from Miami International Airport. Weekly barbecues attract local artists to the brick-lined patio, where guests can enjoy Caribbean-inspired bites by Michelin-starred chefs.

Pros

On-site garden supplies fresh ingredients for restaurant dishes

Award-winning cocktail program with house-made infusions and elixirs

Michelin-starred chefs prepare Caribbean-inspired menu items

Weekly barbecue events attract local artists and create community atmosphere

Cons

Pool hours limited to daylight only

12.5 miles distance from Miami International Airport requires planning for transfers