The Betsy South Beach, MiamiThe Betsy South Beach in Miami, United States has a corrected score of 3.8 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 16 of 295 hotels we score in Miami. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.9 before correction: Booking.com 3.6, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 4.0, Agoda 3.9. Rooms from about $498 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Betsy South Beach is a boutique hotel situated at 1440 Ocean Drive in Miami Beach. Originally built in 1941 and renovated in 2017, the property combines historic architecture with contemporary interiors. It suits travellers looking for direct beach access and proximity to the shops and dining on Ocean Drive. Facilities include two outdoor swimming pools, a rooftop lounge with ocean views, a full-service spa, and a gym. The hotel is pet friendly and offers family friendly amenities. While the setting provides easy access to local entertainment, the high starting price of $498 per night makes it a premium option for visitors to South Beach.What stands out

Direct beach access

Rooftop lounge with ocean views

On-site spa and pools

Pet friendly policy

Watch out for

High nightly rates

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