Where to stay in Miami Beach
In South Beach, the rainbow-flagged stretch of sand at 12th Street and Ocean Drive is the gay heart of town, with Twist and the Palace a short walk away. November to April brings the best weather, plus big events like Miami Beach Pride and Winter Party.
Hotel Gaythering
Lincoln Road, west end
Miami Beach's only gay-owned-and-operated hotel, with its own bar hosting karaoke, trivia and themed nights. It's a sociable, good-value base, though light sleepers should know the bar can make it noisy.
Official siteHotel Chelsea
Washington Avenue, South Beach
A small Art Deco hotel on Washington Avenue, a few minutes' walk from Twist and the 12th Street beach. A practical pick if you want to be close to the nightlife without paying oceanfront prices.
Official siteHotel Victor South Beach
Ocean Drive at 12th Street
This one's all about location: it sits right across from the 12th Street gay beach, and the hotel lends out beach chairs and towels. There's a pool, plus a spa with a hammam and sauna.
Official siteKimpton Surfcomber
Collins Avenue at 17th Street, beachfront
A restored Deco hotel right on the sand, long described by gay travel guides as one of South Beach's most gay-friendly hotels. It suits people who want a proper beach hotel within walking distance of Lincoln Road.
Official siteThe Setai Miami Beach
Collins Avenue at 20th Street, beachfront
A quiet, polished oceanfront hotel for couples who want a serious splurge. The 12th Street beach scene is a pleasant walk south along the sand.
Official sitePlan around these
URGE Miami Thanksgiving
Miami Beach, FL · Nov 27–30, 2026
Miami's Thanksgiving circuit weekend (the slot White Party Miami used to own).
Winter Party Festival
Miami Beach, FL · Mar 5–8, 2027
The beach party on Miami Beach plus a weekend of events, benefiting the National LGBTQ Task Force.
Miami Beach Pride
Miami Beach, FL · Apr 9–11, 2027
Beachfront Pride on Ocean Drive. Parade Sunday, Apr 11.
URGE Miami Thanksgiving
Miami Beach, FL · Dates TBA TBA, Thanksgiving weekend
Miami's Thanksgiving circuit weekend.
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