Franklin Suites South Beach

860 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, Miami Beach, United States

4-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.3 / 5

Overview

Franklin Suites South Beach is a 4-star hotel set in an Art Deco building dating from 1934, positioned among the shops and restaurants of Collins Avenue in Miami Beach. The property has a modern, contemporary style and holds a public rating of 4.3/5 from 350 reviews.

Rooms & Suites

Accommodations are contemporary and include free Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TVs, and coffeemakers. Suites add kitchenettes plus extra living space such as sitting areas, sofabeds, and in some cases vibrant artwork. For longer stays or small groups, 2-bedroom apartments offer dining areas and separate living rooms.

On-site Dining

A relaxed café serves guests and includes a terrace, offering an on-property option for casual food and drinks. Other dining choices are also close by given the hotel’s location amid South Beach restaurants.

Location & What’s Nearby

The hotel is a short walk from the beachfront Lummus Park (about 284 m away) and close to cultural stops such as The Wolfsonian–Florida International University (about 186 m away). Nearby Miami Beach points of interest include South Pointe Park Pier (about 1.8 km), Miami Beach Botanical Garden (about 1.9 km), and The Bass (about 2.0 km). Across the causeway in Miami, guests can reach major attractions such as Pérez Art Museum Miami (about 5.5 km), the Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science (about 5.6 km), and Bayside Marketplace (about 5.3 km).

Best for

This property best suits travelers who want a walkable South Beach base near the beach and Ocean Drive-adjacent attractions, with Lummus Park and The Wolfsonian–FIU only a few minutes away on foot. It’s also a strong fit for longer stays or guests who like self-catering, since suites add kitchenettes and some larger units include separate living and dining areas.

Travel tips

If you’re sensitive to sound, plan for potential street noise given the Collins Avenue setting and guest feedback about nighttime noise and thin walls. The most walkable nearby landmarks include Lummus Park (284 m) and The Wolfsonian–FIU (186 m), making it easy to build a day around the Art Deco area without needing a car. For museums and attractions in mainland Miami (e.g., Pérez Art Museum Miami and the Frost Museum of Science), expect a longer ride than the South Beach sights.

What guests say

Guests frequently highlight cleanliness and the convenience of suites with well-stocked kitchen facilities for self-catering. Location is a consistent positive, with easy access to South Beach and walkable nearby attractions. Reported downsides center on noise: some guests mention loud music, nighttime traffic, and thin walls that carry sound between rooms. A smaller set of reviews also mention disrupted sleep from a smoke alarm issue, though management responsiveness and attempts to resolve problems are noted.

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