Miami Beach
Maximalist South American glamour filtered through Old Hollywood. Deep reds, gold columns, leopard-print upholstery, Damien Hirst mammoth skeleton in the lobby. Nothing is subtle. Baz Luhrmann's fingerprints are literally everywhere, from the neo-romantic murals in the cathedral-like entrance to the gilded Faena Theater.
Sunday Asado at Los Fuegos (noon–4pm) is a weekly tradition worth planning your trip around — gaucho grilling, skirt steak, ribeye, lamb, chorizo.
Why It Matters
Three-time Condé Nast #1 Hotel in Miami. A Forbes Five-Star property with celebrity chef restaurants (Francis Mallmann and James Beard winner Paul Qui), a 22,000 sq ft shaman-inspired spa, and an in-house cabaret theater running original productions Thursday through Saturday. Floor-by-floor butler service across the board.
Alan Faena didn't just open a hotel — he reimagined the entire block. Working with Baz Luhrmann and his Oscar-winning designer wife Catherine Martin (think Moulin Rouge, The Great Gatsby), Faena converted the storied mid-century Saxony Hotel site into something that feels more like a theatrical set than a conventional place to sleep. The 179-room property sits on a stretch of Mid-Beach between 32nd and 36th streets, with 100,000 square feet of private beachfront and a full-on cabaret theater in the building. It's been named the #1 Hotel in Miami by Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards three consecutive years through 2025.
Where You'll Stay
10 room types available
Bay View Queen Junior Suite
874 sq ft junior suite with exquisite design details, walk-in shower, and views of Biscayne Bay. Has a sitting area and elevated finishing. Good entry point into the suite tier.
1 QueenBay View Room
Perched high up with views over the Intracoastal Waterway, Biscayne Bay, and downtown Miami. Warm color palette with South American design touches. At 489–615 sq ft, it's a solid mid-tier room with a welcome alternative to the ocean side of the building.
1 KingBay View Twin/Twin Room
At 654 sq ft with two twin beds, this is the best bet for friends or family members sharing. South American-inflected design with eclectic hues. Bay views looking toward the Intracoastal.
2 Twin BedsFaena Penthouse Suite
The ultimate flex. A 14,507 sq ft two-level duplex that occupies the top of the building with five king bedrooms, five-and-a-half bathrooms, a state-of-the-art kitchen, and wraparound balconies offering 360-degree views of the Atlantic and Miami skyline. It is the most talked-about hotel suite in Miami and the price reflects that.
5 KingsFour-Bedroom Faena Suite
The hotel's namesake suite at 4,515 sq ft. Four bedrooms celebrating the hotel's South American design identity in its fullest expression. Gold accents, bespoke textiles, full kitchen and entertaining spaces.
4 KingsImperial Two-Bedroom Suite
The Imperial is the seamless indoor/outdoor living suite. Two king beds, multiple bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, and a sweeping wraparound balcony with ocean views. Guests have called out the 2BR/3BA layout with wrap-around balcony as genuinely spectacular.
2 KingsPartial Ocean View Room
The entry-level room and the smallest in the hotel at 463–552 sq ft. Late-Deco flair with classic South Beach styling. Carrara marble bathrooms, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, and complimentary toiletries. Some rooms have furnished balconies.
1 King
Premier Oceanfront Room
727 sq ft of direct oceanfront with floor-to-ceiling windows. One of the stronger value propositions in the hotel — bigger than the Bay View rooms, directly facing the Atlantic. Marble bathroom, butler-accessible.
1 KingSaxony Two-Bedroom Suite
A tribute to the original Saxony Hotel — once billed as 'The Queen of Collins Avenue.' At 2,382 sq ft it's a residential-style oceanfront suite with a full-service kitchen, two expansive bedrooms, and ultra-chic design that leans into the property's storied glamour past.
2 KingsThree-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite
3,428 sq ft of residential-style oceanfront suite with sweeping Atlantic views. Full living and dining spaces, multiple bathrooms, and balcony overlooking the ocean. Butler service included.
3 KingsThe Property
Eat & Drink
8 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
An annual jazz series (now in its 8th year) running February through June, bringing leading jazz artists to the Faena Theater stage.
Local artists, bands, and DJs perform original songs and arrangements every night from 8pm at The Living Room bar.
Faena's original live production running Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. Aerial performance, dancers, musicians, and burlesque wrapped into a dinner show experience. Friday and Saturday have a late show at 10:30pm.
Every Tuesday night from 8pm, DJs spin vinyl records in The Living Room lounge.
A weekly Sunday evening ritual from 6–8pm at Tierra Santa Healing House. Sacred cacao ceremony followed by the Twin Hearts Meditation practice.
Daily morning yoga and meditation sessions at the Tierra Santa Studio. Balance the mind and challenge the body before hitting the beach.
Faena Art is a nonprofit arts organization with rotating exhibitions and installations on the property — including site-specific large-scale works. Currently featuring 'Library of Us' by Es Devlin and the 'Still More Fragile' installation by Lujan Candria in the Project Room.
The 43,000 sq ft Faena Forum event and cultural center is adjacent to the hotel, offering eight event spaces including a 2,900 sq ft circular amphitheater. Used for art shows, corporate events, and cultural programming.
A curated multi-brand shopping destination across from the hotel within the Faena District, featuring emerging designers and fashion brands.
100,000 sq ft of private beachfront with cabanas, loungers, and umbrellas. Outdoor pool with poolside bar service. Beach yoga available on-site. The pool scene is one of Miami Beach's most stylish.
Every Sunday noon–4pm, the gaucho open-fire grilling tradition comes alive with a curated parrillada: skirt steak, ribeye, lamb, chorizo, domino potatoes. One of the best recurring food events in Miami.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Signature pool with poolside bar, red and white umbrellas, and loungers. Open to hotel guests.
100,000 sq ft of private beachfront with cabanas, loungers, and umbrellas directly accessible from the hotel.
On-site luxury hair salon from the Italian master colorist. Open 9am–7pm Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm Sunday.
43,000 sq ft Faena Forum adjacent to the hotel with 8 event spaces: 5 meeting rooms, 2 exhibit halls, and a 2,900 sq ft circular amphitheater. Additional event spaces available in the theater, restaurants, rooftop terrace, and spa.
Complimentary WiFi throughout the property, included in the daily resort fee.
In-room dining available for hotel guests.
An on-site private screening room available to guests.
Pets up to 25 lbs welcome at $25 per animal, per night. $250 non-refundable pet deposit required.
Each floor of the hotel has its own dedicated butler to handle any guest request. This applies across all room categories — not just suites.
Full concierge service for reservations, local recommendations, airport transfers, and car rental.
Valet parking available on-site.
Electric vehicle Tesla charging stations available on-site.
22,000 sq ft holistic spa on the 3rd floor — open to hotel guests and non-guests. Includes hammam, treatment rooms, yoga studio, and Rossano Ferretti Salon.
Full gym with ocean views, open 6am–9pm daily. Daily indoor and outdoor fitness classes, personal training, and wellness consultations available.
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