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The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
Ultimate guide to The Ritz-Carlton South Beach — classic five-star luxury at Lincoln Road and the beach with about 375 rooms, spa and Art Deco neighbourhood access. Book when Ritz service and South Beach walkability share the brief.
Live partner rates · no FlightLogic markup · 5-star classification
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach is on our curated Miami list in South Beach: live partner rates, MIA transfer notes and neighbourhood fit — not a FlightLogic stay score without a firsthand review. Sourced facts: official 5-star classification, typical band £300–£700, airport MIA.
Property amenities
- Beach access
- Pool
- Spa and fitness
- Restaurants
- Marriott Bonvoy
Room features
- Classic Ritz rooms
- Ocean or city outlooks by category
- Luxury bathrooms
- Daily housekeeping
Room types
What's nearby
Stated distances are measured from the property; other entries note how you'd get there. Walking times in Miami run longer than the distance suggests once heat, crossings and pedestrian detours are counted.
Landmarks
- South Beach / Ocean Drive Walk or short hop
- Lincoln Road Walk or short hop
- Brickell / downtown Rideshare via causeway
- Bal Harbour Shops Rideshare
Transit
- Miami International (MIA) ~15–45 min by car typical
- Fort Lauderdale (FLL) Alternative gateway
- Rideshare / taxi Default between Beach and Brickell
- Beach / boardwalk Immediate or short hop
Shopping & food
- Neighbourhood restaurants Immediate
- Hotel dining On site
- Collins Avenue / South Beach dining Short hop
Check-in, check-out and languages
- Check-in
- From 16:00
- Check-out
- By 11:00
- Languages at reception
- English, Spanish
Club lounge inclusions vary by rate — confirm on the live our stay partner booking.
Who The Ritz-Carlton suits — our verdict first
Ritz-Carlton South Beach is classic five-star Collins/Lincoln luxury: spa, sand and shopping walks. Book it for polished South Beach. Choose 1 Hotel or EDITION when lifestyle design wins; choose Setai when calmer ultra-luxury pools are the priority.
Getting there from Miami International (MIA)
MIA to Lincoln Road / South Beach is typically 25–40 minutes by rideshare. Drop at 1 Lincoln Road — the hotel sits at the beach end of the Lincoln Road corridor.
MIA is the default Miami gateway; Fort Lauderdale (FLL) can be smarter for Sunny Isles and some north-beach hotels. Causeway traffic — MacArthur, Venetian, Julia Tuttle — defines Beach transfer times more than raw distance. Rideshares remain the default with luggage.
Where it sits in Miami
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach sits in South Beach at 1 Lincoln Road. In Miami terms neighbourhood choice decides the trip: South Beach for Art Deco and nightlife; Mid-Beach for classic Collins resorts; Surfside / Sunny Isles for calmer north-beach luxury; Brickell and downtown for bay-business stays.
Assume rideshares between Beach and Brickell — the causeways are part of the itinerary, not a footnote.
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Live rates for The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach — no FlightLogic markup.
Rooms and what you actually get
Inventory is roughly 375 rooms and suites. Miami products swing from intimate Surf Club keys to 1,500-room Mid-Beach campuses — renovation status, view category and resort fees often matter more than the star plaque.
Ocean-view premiums and mandatory resort fees are common on the Beach. Read the live rate inclusions rather than assuming the headline nightly price is all-in.
Dining, beach days and the stay rhythm
Miami rewards matching the hotel to your days: South Beach for walks and nightlife; Mid-Beach for resort campuses; north beach for spa calm; Brickell for dining towers and meetings. The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach works best when you lean into that geography.
Hurricane season, Art Basel, boat-show weeks and spring break all swing rates and restaurant availability — book dining early in peak windows.
How it compares with our other Miami picks
1 Hotel, EDITION and W cover lifestyle South Beach peers. Mondrian is another design alternative. Faena/Setai sit more ultra-luxury Mid-Beach. Mandarin Oriental and Four Seasons Brickell win for bay-business stays instead of Atlantic beach.
Booking notes and practical tips
Indicative nights sit around £300–£700 depending on season, holidays and major events — use the live rates panel for current partner prices.
Request bed type and view in writing. Budget for resort fees and beach cabanas. Pack for fierce hotel AC against Miami heat and sudden afternoon storms.
Verified facts
- Address: 1 Lincoln Road
- About 375 rooms and suites
- Spa, pool and beach access
- Walk to Lincoln Road shopping and southern South Beach
- Marriott Bonvoy luxury brand
Good for
- Classic luxury travellers
- Lincoln Road shoppers
- Guests who want Ritz service with South Beach access
Not ideal for
- Quiet north-beach wellness seekers
- Brickell meeting walkers
- Ultra-party hotel seekers who want W energy
Airport transfer
Flying via Miami International Airport (MIA)? MIA to Lincoln Road / South Beach is typically 25–40 minutes by rideshare. Drop at 1 Lincoln Road — the hotel sits at the beach end of the Lincoln Road corridor. See our Miami International Airport (MIA) guide for terminals, transit options and arrivals logistics.
FlightLogic has not yet stayed at The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach, so this page carries no editorial review or score — it is a verified entity listing, with location facts checked August 2026 and prices always live from the booking partner. Our review integrity policy explains why we never publish ratings without a named author's stay.
Book The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
Typical night £300–£700 (indicative — the live rate decides)
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Check live rates & availability*Frequently asked questions
Where is The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach?
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach is in South Beach at 1 Lincoln Road, Miami / Miami Beach area, FL 33139. Use that exact address for rideshares — Collins Avenue numbers jump quickly between South Beach, Mid-Beach and Surfside.
How many rooms does The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach have?
About 375 rooms and suites. Exact counts can shift after renovations — confirm your room type when booking.
How far is The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach from MIA airport?
Miami International is typically about 15–45 minutes by taxi or rideshare depending on whether you are going to Brickell, South Beach, Mid-Beach or Sunny Isles. Causeway traffic matters more than the map distance.
Is The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach good for first-time Miami visitors?
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach suits classic luxury travellers. Skip it if you are among quiet north-beach wellness seekers. South Beach only pays off when that area matches most of your evenings — not when it is merely the cheapest night.
South Beach, Mid-Beach or Brickell?
Stay South Beach for Art Deco, Lincoln Road and nightlife. Stay Mid-Beach for classic Collins resorts like Fontainebleau. Stay Surfside or Sunny Isles for calmer north-beach luxury. Stay Brickell or downtown when meetings and bay dining matter more than Atlantic sand.
What time is check-in and check-out at The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach?
Standard check-in is from 16:00 and check-out by 11:00. Early check-in and late check-out depend on availability — request them when booking around Art Basel, holidays or boat-show weeks.
Do Miami Beach hotels charge resort fees?
Often yes — many Beach and resort hotels add daily resort fees on top of the room rate. Always read the live rate inclusions and total price before you compare hotels on the headline nightly number alone.
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach vs other hotels on this list?
1 Hotel, EDITION and W cover lifestyle South Beach peers. Mondrian is another design alternative. Faena/Setai sit more ultra-luxury Mid-Beach. Mandarin Oriental and Four Seasons Brickell win for bay-business stays instead of Atlantic beach.
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Facts last verified August 2026.