Palomar South Beach
Low-key upscale boutique. Contemporary nautical aesthetic with an art-forward sensibility. Wellness-minded without being preachy about it. The South Beach scene is nearby but feels refreshingly distant.
Book direct on the hotel's website as an IHG One Rewards member for guaranteed best rate, flexible cancellation, and a potential $30 spa credit
Why It Matters
The fourth Kimpton property in greater Miami, this one deliberately positioned in the cooler, quieter Sunset Harbour rather than the ocean-side chaos. Strong wellness programming — rooftop yoga, a Saturday ice plunge club, on-call Resident Reiki sessions in partnership with K'Alma Spa — sets it apart from standard boutique hotels in the area. Named 'One of the Best Miami Beach Hotels' by U.S. News & World Report 2025.
A 96-room boutique hotel planted firmly on the Biscayne Bay side of Miami Beach, in the Sunset Harbour neighborhood rather than the ocean-facing strip. The contemporary nautical lobby — carved niches, artful light installations, lots of natural light — sets the tone. The real draw is the two-tiered rooftop: a pool, panoramic bay and city views, yoga classes, and a bar. You're not on the beach (it's about a mile away), but the walkable neighborhood, with its cafes, boutiques, and wellness studios, makes the trade-off easy to accept.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Atrium View Room
Faces the hotel's interior garden atrium rather than the street. Quieter than city-facing rooms — a solid choice if you're a light sleeper or just don't care about a neighborhood view. Same ocean-hued palette and spa bath as city-facing rooms.
King or 2 Double Beds
City View King
City-facing king room with views of the pedestrian-friendly Sunset Harbour streets below. Part of the Essential or Premium tiers depending on floor and specific configuration. Good pick for solo or couple travelers who want the King bed and a neighborhood view without paying for a terrace.
1 King Bed
Essential Room
The baseline entry point. Awash in ocean hues with warm wood accents — simple lines, bold shapes, intricate textures. Beds come in King, Queen, or 2 Double configurations. Spa bath, plush bedding, private balcony in most configurations with city or atrium views. Large by South Beach standards.
King, Queen, or 2 Double Beds · 26 sqm
Premium Grand Corner Terrace
The top of the range. A corner room with an oversized private terrace overlooking the Collins Canal and Sunset Harbour neighborhood. Noticeably more space than standard rooms, and the terrace is large enough to actually use rather than just step out onto.
1 King Bed
Premium Room
Step up and you get significantly more space, upgraded finishes, and in many cases a larger private balcony or terrace. Top of this tier is the Premium Grand Corner Terrace — an oversized terrace with canal and neighborhood views that's a genuine upgrade over anything in the Essential category.
King, Queen, or 2 Double Beds · 32 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Guests can access the beach via the sister property, Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel. Not a private beach setup — you're using the Surfcomber's access point, about a mile away.
Free bicycles available for guests — a practical and popular way to cover the mile between the hotel and the beach.
E-bike rentals with the first two hours complimentary. Good for exploring Sunset Harbour and getting to the beach.
Kimpton's signature complimentary evening reception — a daily social hour in the lobby that's a hallmark of the brand.
Two-tiered rooftop pool with cabanas, oversized lounge chairs, umbrellas, and towel service. Open 7 AM to 7 PM daily. Panoramic views of Biscayne Bay, the Miami skyline, and the Sunset Harbour waterways.
Yoga classes held on the rooftop, with bay and city views. Schedule varies — check the hotel's wellness calendar before arrival.
Saturday morning rooftop cold plunge sessions that have developed a genuine following among guests. An instructor is present. Check the wellness calendar for timing.
The concierge can arrange kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, or a small private yacht through local operators. Not on-site — requires advance coordination.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Copying and fax services available. No dedicated business center mentioned.
Complimentary WiFi for IHG One Rewards members; 100+ Mbps speed. Non-members may incur a fee — worth creating a free IHG account before arrival.
On-site gym with elliptical machines, free weights, stationary bicycles, treadmills, and a Peloton bike. Open 24 hours.
Complimentary coffee and filtered water available in the lobby.
Dry cleaning pickup and laundry valet available.
Private boardroom and rooftop event space available for meetings, weddings, and private gatherings.
Overnight valet: sedans $49, SUVs $59, oversized vehicles $69. Day parking from $29. In/out privileges included.
All pets welcome — no size, weight, or breed restrictions, and no extra charge. One of the most genuinely permissive pet policies in Miami Beach.
Round-the-clock front desk and concierge services. Concierge can arrange water sports, fitness classes, and restaurant reservations.
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