Unforgettable Holiday Escapes at Miami’s Finest Hotels
Miami's luxury hospitality scene continues to offer unique experiences this holiday season. Here are a few highlights we recommend. Please note that some Christmas celebrations and activities mentioned below have already taken place.
Four Seasons Hotel At the Surf Club, Surfside
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day feature gourmet dining at Edge Brasserie & Cocktail Bar, and New Year’s Eve offers a dazzling dinner followed by a poolside celebration.
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Dining
Poolside BBQ: Weekly, from November 24, 12 PM–3 PM.
Breakfast at Winston’s: Daily, grab-and-go breakfast on the beach from November 24, 8 AM–11 AM.
Beach Picnics: Sunrise or sunset picnics by reservation.
Holiday Cocktails: Festive cocktails and Champagne trolley at the Champagne Bar.
Lido Restaurant:
Christmas Eve: A four-course Italian menu featuring crudos, house-made pasta, and wine pairing options ($195 per person; $95 for children 5–11).
Christmas Day Brunch: Elegant buffet with live stations, à la carte options, and desserts ($220 per person; $95 for children).
New Year’s Eve: Five-course tasting menu with white truffle and Champagne add-ons. First seating: $380 per person; second seating: $850, including Champagne.
New Year’s Day: Buffet breakfast with Champagne or holiday cocktails ($95 per person; $60 for children).
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Winston’s on the Beach:
Christmas Eve: Family-style pizzas and grilled dishes (à la carte).
Christmas Day: A poolside carving station with whole fish and BBQ (à la carte).
New Year’s Eve: Family-style pizzas and live-station grilled dishes, complemented by live music.
Champagne Bar:
Daily Holiday Cocktails: Custom cocktails, a Champagne trolley, and a cigar terrace from 3 PM–midnight.
New Year’s Eve Grand Celebration: Live music, dancing, a Champagne welcome, and canapés. $775 per person for Champagne Bar entry or $375 for terrace seating.
Activities
Wellness Classes: Yoga, Pilates, spinning, EMS workouts, and a complimentary sleep therapy session.
Spa Treatments: Seasonal offerings like a Hammam-inspired ritual and other rejuvenating services.
Beach and Pool Fun: Family and quiet pools, paddleboarding, and beachside relaxation.
Kid-Friendly Programs: Creative workshops, Santa visits, and themed celebrations, including a New Year’s Eve party.
Entertainment
Music Program: Classical and modern performances in the lobby; DJ and saxophonist at the Champagne Bar.
New Year’s Grand Celebration: Live band, DJ, and a midnight countdown.
Shopping
Exclusive Gifts: Unique items, including spa products, custom décor, and high-quality linens.
Holiday Activities
Decor & Gift Services:
Fully trimmed Christmas trees ($1,300) available by pre-order until December 11.
Complimentary gift-wrapping on December 23, 1 PM–5 PM.
Santa Claus Visit: On December 25, Santa will visit Kids for All Seasons from 12 PM–2 PM.
Photo credit: Four Seasons Hotel Miami
Wellness & Fitness
The Spa:
Seasonal Hammam-Inspired Ritual: Includes cleansing, exfoliation, a nourishing mud treatment, and hydrating body butter (starting at $405).
Spa Hours: Open Monday–Thursday (10 AM–8 PM) and Friday–Sunday (9 AM–7 PM); hours vary on Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Fitness Classes:
Iyengar Yoga, Energy Flow Yoga, and Mat Pilates: Weekly morning classes.
Outdoor Spinning: Saturdays in December with ocean views.
EMS Workout: High-tech, efficiency-focused training on select Fridays.
Complimentary WaverMat Sweet Dream Sessions: A calming, multi-sensory sleep therapy.
Kids’ Activities
Daily indoor programming with creative sessions like gingerbread decorating, sand art, plush toy-making, and face painting.
Evening sessions (December 26–30, 6:30 PM–9:30 PM) with games and crafts.
New Year’s Eve Party: Themed celebration with fun activities and a midnight countdown.
Entertainment
Holiday Music:
Lobby performances of classical piano and violin on December 24, 25, 29, and 30 (5 PM–8 PM).
DJ and saxophonist duo at the Champagne Bar every Friday and Saturday in December (7 PM–11 PM).
New Year’s Grand Celebration:
Live band playing global hits, followed by a top Miami DJ.
Party favors, expertly crafted cocktails, and a memorable countdown.
Rates: Starting at $1,300 per night during the holidays.
Contact: +1 (305) 358-3535
More Info: A blend of festive luxury with family-friendly activities and chic poolside cabanas.
Location: 9011 Collins Avenue, Surfside, FL 33154
2. The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach offers festive beachfront dining and an exclusive New Year’s Eve celebration complete with fireworks and live music.
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Family-Friendly Activities
Holiday Mailbox (December 1-24): Children can write letters to Santa and drop them in the enchanted mailbox.
Hot Chocolate Station (December 1-24): Warm up in the lobby with complimentary hot chocolate (3 p.m. to 4 p.m.).
Cookie Decorating Adventure (December 23): Fun for kids and families in the lobby (3 p.m. to 4 p.m.).
Christmas Movie Marathon & Magic Show (December 25): Interactive magic show followed by holiday classics in Salon 1 (7 p.m.).
Dining Experiences
Christmas Culinary Specials (December 24-25): Seasonal dishes at Zaytinya, Lapidus Bar, and DiLido Beach Club.
Chef’s Tasting Experience (December 31): Six-course New Year’s Eve dinner at Zaytinya with a welcome cocktail and cava toast.
New Year’s Day Brunch (January 1): Coastal-inspired dishes at DiLido Beach Club (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.).
Photo credit: The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
Exclusive Club Lounge Events
Sushi Rolling Classes (December 5, 14, 21): Hands-on culinary experience.
Caviar Tastings (December 7, 21): Luxurious tasting event.
Christmas in the Club (December 25): Morning festivities from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., with gift wrapping services available.
Special Holiday Events
DIY Holiday Decorations (December 24): Craft festive décor at DiLido South (2 p.m.).
Fireworks (December 31): Celebrate the new year with a beachfront show at DiLido Beach Club.
Spa Specials
Winter Mitts Spa Treatment (November 1 - January 31): Includes a foot cleanse, massage, hot stones, and scalp mud.
Entertainment & Nightlife
Lapidus Bar (December 24-31): Specialty cocktails, live entertainment, and a midnight cava toast.
Fireworks and Live Entertainment (December 31): Beachfront fireworks and festive music.
Photo credit: The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
Location: 1 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Holiday Highlights: A glamorous New Year's Eve dinner at Fuego y Mar and an after-party with live entertainment.
Rates: Starting at $1,700 per night.
Contact: +1 (786) 276-4000
More Info: Ritz-Carlton South Beach
Mandarin Oriental, Miami
The Mandarin Oriental Miami offers a luxurious festive season with curated events and experiences. Join their festive menus at La Mar by Gastón Acurio, Christmas brunches, and an exquisite New Year’s Eve party overlooking Biscayne Bay.
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Holiday Activities
Santa Visits: December 23–24, 4–6 PM with complimentary cookies and milk.
Cookies in the Lobby: December 15–January 2, 5–7 PM.
Dining
Christmas Eve Dinner: Peruvian-inspired feast at La Mar by Gastón Acurio. As part of the gastronomical journey, indulge in a delicious family-style pork feast and a lavish buffet featuring various grilled favourites.
Photo credit: La Mar by Gastón Acurio
New Year’s Eve: Last dance of the year at La Mar by Gastón Acurio. Ascend to a higher level of celebration this New Year with the best Peruvian Flavors at La Mar by Gastón Acurio. Embrace the Tulum Boho-Chic theme and celebrate in style.
New Year’s Eve: Tulum Boho-Chic-themed dinner at La Mar; live music and DJ at MO Bar + Lounge from 9 PM until 2 AM. Welcome 2025 a live band, DJ, champagne, and many more surprises.
Wellness
Spa Packages: Silent Night reflective journey, therapeutic massages, and holiday treatments.
Location: 500 Brickell Key Dr, Miami, FL 33131
Rates: Around $1,400 per night during holiday season.
Contact: +1 (305) 913-8288
More info: Mandarin Oriental Miami Festive Season
Acqualina Resort & Residences on the Beach
This festive holiday season, you will find a diverse array of fun-filled events, holiday dinners and activities to ensure every moment is spent with joy and excitement. Join Acqualina in creating lasting memories this season and experience the holiday magic.
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Dining Experiences
Beachfront Dinners:
A four-course meal under the stars by the beach with beverage service.
Il Mulino New York:
Christmas Eve: Feast of Seven Fishes, six-course dinner ($120/person).
Christmas Day: Lavish brunch buffet ($115/adult, $65/child).
New Year’s Eve: Six-course dinner with a premium open bar ($495/adult, $250/child).
Photo credit: Il Mulino New York
Avra Miami:
New Year’s Eve: Five-course dinner with champagne toast and live entertainment ($750/person).
Costa Grill:
December 25 - January 1: Special BBQ menu and sushi offerings.
Children’s Programs
AcquaMarine Kids Club:
Daily themed activities (e.g., coral reef crafts, cupcake decoration, yoga, STEM experiments) from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
Special activities like Christmas ornament decorating and New Year’s time capsules.
Special Events
Magical Holiday Adventures (December 24 - January 1, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM):
Activities on the Great Lawn, including menorah decorating, ice cream roll creation, wreath-making, and time capsule building.
Hanukkah Celebrations:
Menorah Lighting: December 26 at 5:30 PM, followed by nightly candle lightings.
Rabbi-led prayers and kosher bites.
Wellness and Relaxation
Holiday Spa Experiences:
Couple's Royal Spa Suite Experience with complimentary ESPA gifts.
Exclusive offers at the Spa Boutique.
Fitness & Recreation:
Cabanas and lounge seating available for relaxation.
Access to Sunny Isles Beach Watersports.
Gift Options
Acqualina Gift Cards: Can be redeemed for stays, spa treatments, or dining experiences.
Location: 17875 Collins Ave, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
Rates: Around $3,000 per night.
Contact: +1 (305) 918-8000 or concierge@acqualina.com
1 Hotel South Beach
Cherish the most wonderful time of the year with Twelve Days of Festive, featuring mind & movement activities, holiday spa offers, festive feasts, and more happenings across our property. Every event aims to bring you closer to your loved ones as you embrace the true spirit of the season.
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Events & Experiences
12 Days of Festive Activities: Mind and movement sessions, festive spa offers, and family-friendly happenings.
New Year's Eve Celebrations: Options include a rooftop party at Watr with a prix-fixe menu and ocean views or a beachside event at Tala Beach featuring live entertainment and Spanish-inspired dining.
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Specialty Offerings
Festive Cocktails at Drift: Seasonal drinks like Coquito. The coquito is a traditional holiday drink made with coconut milk, cinnamon, and nutmeg, perfect for the festive season.
Family Activites
Seedlings Holiday Kids' Club: From crafting winter wonders to ornament painting and cookie decorating, they've curated a magical experience filled with joy and creativity. Parents, unwind and relish the holidays while your kids revel in seasonal enchantment. Reserve their spot now for unforgettable holiday fun.
Holiday Spa Experiences
Bamford Wellness Spa: Exclusive festive treatments from December 21 to January 1.
Rates: From $1,600 per night.
Contact: +1 (305) 604-1000
Address: 2341 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139