Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, Miami Beach, Florida
Art Deco Elegance on Miami’s Mid-Beach Shore
Why DNA Hotels Loves It
● A beautifully restored 1940 Art Deco landmark by legendary architect Roy France, blending Miami heritage with contemporary Riviera-inspired luxury.
● Interiors by Bill Rooney Studio reinterpret European coastal glamour through refined materials, tropical influences, and timeless design.
● A relaxed Mid-Beach setting with two elegant pools, direct beach access, and one of Miami’s most sophisticated oceanfront atmospheres.
A Miami Beach Classic Reborn
Long before Miami Beach became synonymous with glamorous lifestyle hotels, the Cadillac Hotel stood proudly along Collins Avenue. Designed in 1940 by renowned architect Roy France, one of the pioneers of Miami’s Art Deco movement, the hotel remains one of the defining landmarks of the Collins Waterfront Historic District. Following an extensive restoration, Bill Rooney Studio reimagined the property with inspiration drawn from the elegance of the 1940s European Riviera, creating a hotel that feels both historic and effortlessly contemporary. The result is refined rather than flashy—a refreshing alternative to South Beach excess.
Art Deco Meets Mediterranean Sophistication
The soaring double-height lobby immediately establishes the tone. Original terrazzo floors, marble staircases, crystal halo chandeliers, frescoed palm motifs, oversized white columns, navy upholstery, woven rattan seating, brass detailing, and lush tropical planting create a setting that balances Miami’s Art Deco heritage with the relaxed elegance of the French and Italian Rivieras. Natural light floods the interiors, while soft blue, white, and gold accents reinforce the coastal atmosphere throughout the hotel. Every space feels timeless rather than trendy.
A Pool Deck Worth Lingering In
The Cadillac is designed around outdoor living. Two beautifully landscaped swimming pools—one for adults and one welcoming families—sit within lush tropical gardens filled with palms, cabanas, hot tubs, and shaded lounging areas. Direct beach access extends the experience onto Mid-Beach’s quieter stretch of sand, while the oceanfront Bungalow Beach Bar creates one of the hotel’s defining social spaces. From fresh juices in the morning to frozen cocktails at sunset, life naturally revolves around the water.
Rooms Inspired by the Coast
The 357 guestrooms continue the hotel’s restrained design language. Cool marble floors, crisp white linens, navy leather headboards, framed vintage Miami photography, textured wall coverings, brass fixtures, rainfall showers, and calming palettes of blue, white, and gold create rooms that feel bright, comfortable, and unmistakably coastal. Oceanfront rooms fully embrace the Atlantic views, while city-facing accommodations remain peaceful retreats after busy days exploring Miami. Luxury here is subtle rather than overstated.
Italian by the Ocean
Dining reflects the hotel’s Riviera inspiration. Donna Mare serves handmade pasta, wood-fired pizzas, premium steaks, and fresh seafood inside an elegant dining room layered with warm woods, velvet drapery, and Mediterranean character. For something more relaxed, the Bungalow Beach Bar overlooks the ocean with ceviche, lobster rolls, tacos, cocktails, and live music completing the beach club atmosphere. Il Merkato supplies excellent coffee, pastries, gelato, and light bites throughout the day. Every venue feels naturally connected to the hotel’s relaxed coastal lifestyle.
Relaxed Wellness
The Cadillac’s approach to wellness mirrors its overall philosophy: elegant without excess. Poolside yoga sessions, a modern fitness center, beach activities, and outdoor spa treatments by K’alma Spa make full use of the subtropical setting. Treatments featuring Caudalie products and plant-based therapies continue the hotel’s Riviera-inspired identity while allowing guests to unwind beneath the palms rather than behind closed doors.
Why It Works
The Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club demonstrates that Miami Beach luxury doesn’t need to be loud. By preserving Roy France’s elegant Art Deco architecture while introducing refined contemporary interiors inspired by the European coast, it creates one of Mid-Beach’s most graceful hotels. For travelers seeking timeless design, oceanfront relaxation, and authentic Miami heritage, few addresses capture the city’s enduring elegance quite so beautifully.
