Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club, Surfside
Florida
The Surf Club pairs the history of a 1930 seaside gathering place with a contemporary Four Seasons hotel in Surfside. Joseph Dirand's interiors give rooms and residential suites a composed, pale-toned setting, with oceanfront balconies and more private bungalow accommodation among the options. Historic Cabana Row brings a different scale to the beachside gardens, while pools and the Atlantic shoreline shape an easy daily rhythm. Dining is a particular strength: Lido looks to coastal Italy, Champagne Bar occupies a palm-filled room, and Thomas Keller's Surf Club Restaurant provides another reason to reserve an evening here. The spa includes a hammam, sauna and ocean-view tea lounge. This is our leading choice for a Miami-area stay that makes relaxation and dining the centre of the trip. Surfside lies north of Miami Beach's busiest stretches, so its location should be part of the appeal. Plan city outings selectively and leave time for the atmosphere that makes the property distinctive.