Oct. 18, 2026 • 9 min read Jump to section Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Copy URL Email The cards we feature here are from partners who compensate us when you are approved through our site, and this may impact how or where these products appear. We don’t cover all available credit cards, but our analysis, reviews, and opinions are entirely from our editorial team. Terms apply to the offers listed on this page. Please view our advertising policy and product review methodology for more information. Editor's Note Delano Miami Beach provided TPG with a complimentary three-night stay so that we could get an inside look at the hotel and its amenities. The opinions expressed below are entirely those of the author and weren't subject to review by the hotel or any external entity. Dating back to 1947, Delano is a hotel synonymous with Miami glamour, South Florida celebrity culture and striking art deco architecture. A playground for the rich and famous throughout its years, the original hotel hosted presidents and dignitaries before being reborn in the 1990s under the groundbreaking guidance of Ian Schrager and Philippe Starck. At one point, Delano was home to a restaurant co-owned by Madonna and a nightclub from Lenny Kravitz.
But when the COVID-19 pandemic crippled the hospitality industry in 2020, the famed Delano closed its doors .
Now, the hotel is back, this time simply dubbed Delano Miami Beach, and it's as gorgeous and glamorous as ever after reopening this summer. Touted to "[honor] the legacy of its predecessor while redefining it for a new era," it was clear from the get-go that the newest iteration of the legendary hotel had big shoes to fill.
So I went down to South Florida to check in and check it out myself. Here's what it was like staying at Delano Miami Beach.
The vibe: Chic, airy and flat-out cool. The new Delano Miami Beach is both a living gallery and place to see and be seen. The location: Situated on the iconic Collins Avenue in Miami Beach, the hotel is located in the heart of all the action. Getting there: Delano Miami Beach is about 12 miles from Miami International Airport. Expect to pay between $25-45 for a cab or rideshare. Parking: Overnight valet parking costs $65 per night. Size: The hotel has 171 rooms and suites, multiple pools, beach access, a fitness center and a soon-to-open spa. Food and drink: There are two popular restaurants, plus a buzzy lobby-adjacent bar, pool and beach service, and a cafe. Pet policy: Dogs and cats up to 50 pounds are allowed to stay at Delano Miami Beach for a fee of $250.
Delano Miami Beach offers rooms, suites and two-story bungalows with direct access to the pool. During my stay, I was placed in a partial ocean-view king suite that had a living room area, a hallway with closet space and beautiful bathroom and a large bedroom.
Previous slide Next slide 1 of 3 TANNER SAUNDERS/THE POINTS GUY 0 1 2 The very chic living room had a massive TV (with streaming capabilities); a well-stocked minibar with snacks, top-shelf liquors and Noam Beer (a German beer in a truly gorgeous bottle); and a coffee maker. There was also a lounge-style couch, an armchair and a small table with two chairs. From one small sliver of the window in the living room, I could see the ocean, but the view put the emphasis on "partial" in my partial ocean view. If you're serious about having direct views of the water, be sure to book an ocean-view room.
The hallway served as both a corridor…