The Setai, Miami Beach
A serene, Asian-influenced luxury hotel and residences on the quieter north end of South Beach's Art Deco district.
The call
Worth it if you only have one day and you're traveling as a couple.
Short answer
Is The Setai, Miami Beach worth it?
The Setai, Miami Beach deserves a place on most first itineraries.
The answer depends on your budget, time and travel style; the breakdown below shows who gets the most value.
Why
- 01
Hushed, dark-wood interiors and three temperature-controlled pools make it feel like a calm retreat amid South Beach's noise.
- 02
Understated luxury rather than party-hotel flash.
Is it a fit?
Go if
You only have one day
Short trip or not, keep The Setai, Miami Beach.
You're traveling as a couple
As a couple, The Setai, Miami Beach is an easy yes.
You're traveling solo
Solo, The Setai, Miami Beach is an easy yes.
You want the trip to feel easy
The Setai, Miami Beach rewards a trip built around relaxation.
Think twice if
You're traveling with kids
With kids, skip The Setai, Miami Beach.
You're watching the budget
The Setai, Miami Beach can strain a tight budget. Go only when it is a priority.
You want time outdoors
The Setai, Miami Beach offers some nature & scenery, but not enough to make it the reason to go.
What you're near — and what you're not
- South Beach sand (on the beach)
- Collins Avenue
- Art Deco Historic District
- Wynwood & Design District (~15–20 min drive)
- Downtown/Brickell (~20–25 min drive)
What you're paying for
Studios and suites with a calm, dark-wood aesthetic; ocean-view suites command a steep premium. Expect a resort-level service ratio and price tier.
Plan it well
- Cost
- Very expensive
Sources and method (2)
- The Setai occupies a 1937 Asian Art Deco landmark (originally the Dempsey-Vanderbilt) and centers on three temperature-controlled infinity pools (75/85/90 degrees) oriented east-west. thesetaihotel.com ↗
- It holds the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating (since 2014), AAA Five Diamond and two MICHELIN Keys. lhw.com ↗