When this hostel advertised how close to sandy South Beach they were, I must admit I was sceptical – but when I arrived I was soon corrected!

A mere block from the fun and sun of the beach resort, they are also ideally situated for the shops, restaurants and nightlife in the Art Deco district which attracts travelers from all over the world.

Dorm beds are surprisingly cheap considering all rooms have their own bathroom and staff are friendly and helpful.

There’s also a lot going on here…tours in the day, events at night and other travelers chilling out in the bar. So much so that you could enjoy Miami without even leaving the hostel.

321 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL, 33139, USA

www.hostelbookers.com/hostels/usa/miami/19690/

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Far enough away from South Beach to be cheap. Close enough to be a taxi ride away. All you've got to do is have the dexterity of a safe cracker to work the shower.

www.dezerhotels.com/dezerland/

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Really laid back, with the greatest white sandy beach. Right by Bal Harbour but at way below half the price of the snooty hotels around you. Great breakfast of muffins and toasted bagels and coffee for free... Wow and triple wow!

book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/productInfo.do?propertyCode=10299

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Boutique four-star art deco hotel on Collins with iconic swimming pool and beachfront access. The rooms are furnished with a combination of modern touches - ipod sound docks, flat screen TV with cable, comfy bed – and deco-kitschy items. There are ocean/pool view rooms, but city/sunset are slightly cheaper with a great view. The pool is wonderful, staff very helpful and friendly and the food and cocktails are fantastic. It’s a really well situated hotel – close to Lincoln Av shops and restaurants and about a 5-10 minute walk down to the main Ocean Drive drag. And it’s not nearly as pretentious as some of its neighbours ...

The Raleigh, 1775 Collins Avenue; Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.raleighhotel.com/

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If travelling to Miami on a budget the new Jazz on South Beach hostel at 321 Collins Ave is a good bet. It's close to the beach and has ensuite bathrooms.

It was formerly the Hotel Atlantica, but was converted into a hostel recently. It's in a quiet section of South Beach Miami, but is still within walking distance to the clubs.

321 Collins Avenue.
www.jazzhostels.com/jazzsouthbeach_new.html

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A cheap, clean youth hostel with friendly staff. You can get free entrance from reception to get into some of the nightclubs. The hostel is also close to everything you need including the beach and Ocean Drive. I stayed there for two weeks and met some great people from around the world.

1438 Washington Avenue, on the corner of Española Way, South Beach, Miami; tel: (305) 534-2988; www.clayhotel.com/

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You might think visiting South Beach Art Deco area would be expensive, but there are actually hostels right in the middle of it all. One of those hostels is the South Beach hostel. It has a great location and a bar right in the hostel. At only 20 dollars a night, it is probably the best price in Miami.

www.thesouthbeachhostel.com

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I thought the National Hotel was less pretentious than the Sagamore or the Delano, which are on either side. Absolutely beautiful pool, and lovely rooms, which are not uncomfortably hip. But you need to book a cabana room, as the rooms in the tower are not so nice.

1677 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; www.nationalhotel.com

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It's a funky, affordable hotel and it's just two blocks from the beach, restaurants and clubs.

825 Washington Avenue; www.clintonsouthbeach.com

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One of the very finest restaurants in Miami, in one of its swankiest hotels. Blue Door is expensive but if you can afford it, it's worth the money. If you're lucky you might find a movie star on the next table. Robert de Niro was chomping on a mushroom truffle when we there (if it wasn't him, the guy could make a fortune as a double).

1685 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; www.delano-hotel.com

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This South Beach hotel is a great deal. You can sleep (if you want to) in peace yet walk to the madness in minutes. The art deco lobby is beautiful and the bar is a great place to sit and watch the street. Rates vary but expect to pay around $100 per night.

1400 Ocean Drive, South Beach, Miami Beach FL 33139
www.winterhavenhotelsobe.com

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The exquisitely designed Sagamore is situated in the heart of South Beach’s Art Deco district. Ultra-modern and ultra-chic, the hotel has 93 rooms: one- and two-bedroom suites, garden bungalows or rooftop penthouses. And if dining out becomes a chore, each room has its own kitchenette.

For those wishing to take in the sun, the oceanfront zero-entry infinity pool is the perfect place to lounge in style.

The Sagamore also boasts an impressive collection of contemporary art, spread throughout the complex. The hotel’s crisp white décor is the perfect background to showcase colourful and unusual pieces from the likes of Udo Neoger, Sterz Imrie, David Stoltz and Christine Borlands.

Service isn’t sacrificed for style, though. The friendly and helpful staff will cater to your every wish.

1671 Collins Avenue, Tel: +1 305 535 8088
www.sagamorehotel.com

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Laid-back Art Deco style on a reasonable budget. The hotel is close to the action on Ocean Drive/Collins, but not so close to keep you awake all night or charge a phenomenal premium.

Corner of 14th and Collins, Miami Beach
www.beachplazahotel.com/

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