So glam, so hip, So-Be

21 JULY 2004
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With half a dozen new hotels springing up every six months, the choice of accommodation in South Beach is vast...

The Sagamore
With a contemporary art collection in its lobby, this is a favourite with Russell Crowe, Kate Moss, Brad Pitt, and P Diddy, who shot his latest video here. Superior and deluxe suites cost from $215 per night, room only. Tel: 001-877 2426673

Townhouse
Features minimalist rooms – and prices, costing from about $100 per double room. Reservations are available through Design Hotels, tel: 00800 3746 8357; www.designhotels.com.

Loews
A good bet for families as it has a creche and children’s club. Superior rooms cost from $279. Tel: 001-305 604 1601; www.loewshotels.com.

Virgin Holidays offers a range of package holidays to Miami, with prices starting from about £700 per week for two people, including room with breakfast and flights. Tel: 0870 990 4215; www.virgin.com/holidays. For further information on tour operators and hotels, contact the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau; tel: 01444 443355; www.miamiandbeaches.com.