Miami Florida Hotels

Miami Florida Hotels - City Information

With a metro area exceeding five million, Miami is located on the Atlantic Ocean in southern Florida. The beautiful weather, welcoming residents and beaches combine for an intoxicating locale which continues to grow and prosper. Visitors are sure to find sparkling beaches and literally the best of everything, including the best Miami Florida hotels, restaurants and venues.

Miami International Airport (MIA) is set on over 3,000 acres, conveniently located near downtown and featuring many Miami FL hotels; this airport is growing to seven million square feet! It is likely that you can fly anywhere in the world from this massive facility! Once on the ground you will find a Metrorail system, a Metromover looping around the city, a Metrobus system and a Tri-Rail system for destinations outside the city. Of course, many visitors continue to choose to drive a car. The city is easily navigated and many sections are pedestrian-friendly.

Plan to spend some time in centrally-located South Beach, perfect for people-watching as well as enjoying the sun and beach. The colorful Art Deco District is located here; consider taking a walking tour as well as an al fresco dining experience. Many visitors choose a discount hotel in the South Beach area, some with amazing ocean views - OneTravelSource.com offers them all! This area is also known for trendy boutique hotels offering pure luxury and rejuvenating spas.

The number of attractions in Miami is staggering. Historic Landmark Vizcaya Museum features ten acres of formal gardens along with a Main House and village outbuildings. The Italian-design estate is stunning as are the Renaissance Italian and French design gardens. The entire family will enjoy Zoo Miami, one of the best in the country. With over 2000 animals and 1200 plants, this zoo is constantly growing and bettering itself. You can also see a wide variety of animals in natural habitats at Jungle Island and enjoy Tiger and Bird shows. The blue Attractions tab at the top of this page can be a real help in searching for a hotel. Read about the various attractions, decide which ones appeal most to you and your family, then review our discount hotels in that area – with some planning you can obtain a cheap rate and save your money for more playing!

The Museum of Science with its Planetarium and Wildlife Center is great for education and hands-on experiences. Consider swimming with dolphins at the Seaquarium or taking an airboat ride at Everglades Alligator Farm. An outdoor adventure locale is Biscayne National Park, where you can take a glass bottom boat trip, canoe, hike, picnic or take a guided boat tour. The park boasts over 500 species of fish for you to view while snorkeling or scuba diving.

Miami is home to professional sports teams: the NFL Dolphins, the NBA Heat and the Miami FC for soccer. The Miami Hurricanes provide extensive Division I athletics for men and women, making the city a destination for sports enthusiasts from all over the country. Perhaps you would like more action? Attend a NASCAR event at Homestead-Miami Speedway, and with some advance planning you can enjoy the ultimate thrill of driving the track at the Richard Petty Driving Experience.

Shopping venues abound throughout Miami, including malls, boutiques and outlets. The Bayside Marketplace is a popular downtown locale overlooking the Biscayne Bay; you will find extensive dining, shopping and entertainment choices.

A trip into Everglades National Park is unique. Various boardwalks lead out over the water with signs identifying the local flora and fauna. Searching for alligators is easy as can be with Coopertown Airboat Tours.

Whether you choose to spend time on the beach or in town, you can do as little or as much as you wish. Attractions, shopping, restaurants and superb nightlife offer a great time into the wee hours. Enjoy this OneTravelSource.com City Guide!