These Miami Beach Wedding Venues Turn Up the Heat

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Lauren Levy
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Updated Jul 13, 2021

If your dream wedding is in Miami Beach, Florida, you and your guests are in for a memorable celebration. Whether you're planning a beach wedding or rehearsal dinner followed by a penthouse reception or dinner al fresco surrounded by palm trees at sunset, Miami Beach is the perfect location for both indoor and outdoor nuptials. From secluded estates and museums to oceanfront hotels in the heart of Miami Beach's nightlife, there are stunning venues to match every couple's vibe. To help with wedding planning, we've compiled a list of 13 must-see Miami Beach wedding venues and each one will leave guests wowed.

The Betsy - South Beach in Miami Beach, Florida

For an upscale beachside wedding, the The Betsy - South Beach is a luxury option on Ocean Drive with 14 indoor and outdoor event spaces to pick from. These include the Ocean Front Deck offering breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean whether you're looking for a sunset rehearsal dinner or oceanfront wedding reception under the stars, the loft-style Skyline Penthouse with a 1,000 square foot wrap-around terrace, and the open-air atrium with optional tenting.

The National Hotel Miami Beach in Miami Beach, Florida

Take a drive down Collins Avenue in the Art Deco district to this oceanfront beach resort that offers couples a dreamy Miami beach wedding. The National Hotel was first restored in 2014 and has 36 luxurious cabanas and suites in addition to 116 newly designed guest rooms. Whether you opt for a beach wedding ceremony with your feet in the white sand or poolside celebration, this oceanfront hotel offers a range of wedding packages to meet your vision for your big day.

The Palms Hotel and Spa in Miami Beach, Florida

Located at the northern end of South Beach's entertainment district on Collins Avenue, The Palms Hotel and Spa is the perfect location for a range of events from a beachfront proposal or bridal brunch to a destination wedding day. This Florida beach resort has a range of outdoor spaces from tropical gardens complete with gazebo to the serene pool deck and beach. Or, if you'd prefer an indoor reception venue, there are two ballrooms in addition to the nine outdoor special event spaces.

Sagamore Hotel in Miami Beach, Florida

Another Collins Avenue wedding venue, this South Beach Art Deco District boutique hotel has over 18,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space. The family-owned Sagamore Hotel has 14 wedding venues from the pool deck and Butterfly Cabanas to the Penthouse Terrace and Video Bar. It's also home to rotating art work exhibits and ocean views.

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Palm House in Miami Beach, Florida

This unique wedding venue overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and brings the Miami Beach vibe with palm trees, spectacular beachfront setting and 40,000 square feet of venue space to make your own. If your dream wedding has a tropical feel, the Palm House is ideal for larger groups while the Little Palm is the perfect wedding location for elopements and smaller nuptials. Palm House also offers full-service packages and on-site wedding planners to help coordinate your big day.

Mondrian South Beach in Coral Miami Beach, Florida

Host your dream wedding at the grand Mondrian South Beach in Miami Beach. Whether you're hosting drinks in the Penthouse Lounge, an intimate rehearsal dinner or reception for up to 50 in the The Green House at Baia Beach Club — complete with bay views — or you opt for a waterfront ceremony with a ballroom celebration, you have diverse options here. This venue has up to 20,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space as well as a team of professionals to take on the stress of wedding planning.

Marriott Stanton South Beach in Miami Beach, Florida

The Marriott Stanton South Beach is a contemporary oceanfront hotel offering a picturesque setting for beach wedding ceremonies in the white sand. However, there's also an expansive 5,000 square feet terrace with ocean views, a ballroom veranda that overlooks Ocean Drive, and a ballroom that can accommodate up to 175 guests. It's also close to the Miami Beach nightlife to either get the party started or keep it going after your beach wedding.

Faena Hotel Miami Beach in Miami, Florida

Bring the Art Deco charm to your big day by hosting your wedding at the opulent Faena Hotel. Along with 100,000 square feet of beachfront property, this hotel offers majestic indoor spaces like the Amphitheater with Portuguese pink marble and expansive Exhibit Halls — complete with views of historic Collins Avenue and Indian Creek. There's also a South American-inspired spa, two award-winning restaurants, and numerous bars and lounges.

Loews Miami Beach Hotel in Miami Beach, Florida

Located in the heart of South Beach's Art Deco District, Loews Miami Beach Hotel offers indoor as well as outdoor event spaces and can host more than 300 guests. Before the wedding, relax in one of the dual-story Presidential Suites, the Exhale Spa, or in a a private cabana at the oceanfront pool. Then, invite guests to celebrate out on the St. Moritz Lawn or in the Americana Ballroom with breathtaking ocean views thanks to the panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows.

The Confidante Miami Beach in Miami Beach, Florida

This oceanfront hotel brings a mid-century vibe with retro-glam flair for a chic wedding on Collins Avenue. With 30,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space, you can take advantage of The Confidante Miami Beach's backyard bungalow, poolside deck, open-air terrace with ocean views, rooftop spa, and grand ballrooms —complete with a mid-century modern feel.

Nautilus by Arlo in Miami Beach, Florida

Whether you're looking for a celebration with a backyard oasis vibe or a waterfront affair with a vintage-chic feel, this venue is one to check out. At Nautilus by Arlo, you can exchange vows on one of the multiple terraces — the Penthouse Ocean, or Cabana Club Terraces — or in the swanky poolside "backyard." There's also indoor dining spaces and depending on which area you select, room to accommodate up to 500 guests.

The Redbury South Beach in Miami Beach, Florida

If you're hosting a destination wedding and hoping for a boutique hotel experience, consider The Redbury South Beach. Located on Collins Avenue, this hotel overlooks the ocean and brings a relaxed boho ambience to its 69 rooms and suites. There's 12,000-square-foot rooftop terrace with both indoor and outdoor options for up to 250 guests, a poolside patio, and restaurant garden.

Miami Beach Botanical Garden in Miami Beach, Florida

Exchange vows with lush gardens and tropical plants as your backdrop at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden set on three manicured and secluded acres. For smaller ceremonies, the Japanese Garden can welcome up to 40 guests and for larger affairs, the Great Lawn and courtyard patio, complete with a fountain and large Koi pond, can accommodate up to 250 guests. However, if you'd rather move indoors, there's also the Banyan Room with a lofted ceiling and chandeliers that open onto the covered terrace.

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