SLS South Beach

1701 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, Miami Beach, United States

4-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.1 / 5

Overview

SLS South Beach is a 4-star oceanfront luxury hotel at 1701 Collins Ave in the heart of trendy South Beach, Miami Beach. The property was designed by Philippe Starck in collaboration with musician Lenny Kravitz, giving the hotel a distinctive, design-forward identity rarely found elsewhere on Collins Ave. Rather than a traditional lobby, guests are greeted by an open kitchen and restaurant concept upon arrival.

Rooms

Accommodations range from standard city-view rooms to plush ocean-view penthouses with private terraces. Interiors lean sophisticated and white, dressed with chandeliers, and rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi and iPod docks. The range of unit types allows guests to choose between a more affordable city-facing stay or a premium oceanfront penthouse experience.

Dining

The hotel houses two upscale eateries on-site, one serving Latin cuisine and another specializing in sushi, both accessible from the open-kitchen entry area in place of a conventional lobby. Guest feedback highlights an enjoyable mix of shared plates, drinks and desserts available through the hotel's food and beverage program.

Amenities & Recreation

A standout feature is the 8,000-square-foot pool area, positioned as a central recreational hub for guests. The hotel also offers 28,000 square feet of event space suited to larger gatherings, and a daily resort fee covers building-wide Wi-Fi, two beach chairs, and fitness-center access.

Location

Set directly in South Beach, the hotel is walkable to dining options like Pauline (165m) and Orange Blossom (387m), as well as cultural sites including The Bass (569m) and the Miami Beach Botanical Garden (778m). Lummus Park (1.3km) and the beachfront are close by, while Fontainebleau Miami Beach (2.9km) and South Pointe Park Pier (3.2km) are reachable with a short ride, and museums such as the Pérez Art Museum Miami (5.8km) and Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science (6km) are within a reasonable drive.

Best for

This hotel suits design-conscious travelers and couples seeking a stylish South Beach base, thanks to its Starck/Kravitz-designed interiors, oceanfront setting, and large pool deck. It also works well for groups or corporate events given the 28,000 square feet of event space, and for guests who want walkable access to South Beach dining and cultural sites like The Bass and Miami Beach Botanical Garden.

Travel tips

Because the hotel sits directly on Collins Ave in South Beach, most restaurants, galleries, and the beach itself are walkable, with Pauline and Orange Blossom just a few minutes on foot. For attractions farther afield, such as Wynwood Walls (7.2km) or Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (9.8km), plan on a taxi, rideshare, or rental car. Note that a daily resort fee applies and includes Wi-Fi, two beach chairs, and fitness-center access, so factor that into your budget beyond the room rate.

What guests say

Guest feedback is mixed. Many reviewers praise the room quality, service, location, and overall amenities, along with a positive dining experience featuring drinks, tapas, and desserts. However, a recurring set of complaints centers on management and staff attitude, with some describing rude service and lingering cigarette odors in the hotel. Other negative comments point to inconsistent room functionality, such as broken temperature controls and unclear or malfunctioning hot water access, alongside a perception that the property is overpriced relative to the experience delivered.

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