The Palms Hotel, Miami

 is defiantly set apart from other South Beach hotels; relaxing, composed and tranquil, this hotel is both couple and family friendly.

Located in Miami Beach, FL, just minutes from the heart of South Beach, the resort honors the philosophies of complete wellness and environmental awareness. Privately owned and managed, The Palms sits on its own stretch of beach just 12 miles from Miami International Airport. The Palm’s style and private outood gazebo, inspired by their beach-side location their natural surroundings also provide a picturesque wedding sanctuary.

Those looking to relax The Palms will discover the AVEDA salon, located in house. The spa itself is designed to awaken the senses and bring balance back to body, mind and soul, in a serene atmosphere inspired by the nature surrounding the resort. In treatments such as the “deep tissue massage” guests will discover the root of AVEDA’s beliefs in nurturing the guest’s body and soul by pairing high performance, natural and botanically derived products with the ancient science of AVEDA and the latest in spa technology.

When it comes to dining at the hotel, The Essensia Restaurant is not to miss. “A member of Slow Food Miami, Essensia focuses on “the pure essence of taste”, with a genuine passion for providing an opportunity to slow down and indulge in a dining experience carefully crafted for the mind, body, and soul.” Signature Chef Julie Frans’ and Operations Executive Chef Jaime Magana extract a variety of flavors from local, seasonal, sustainable and organic ingredients, creating a fresh and wholesome food concept. Most of the seasoning and herb variety on this restaurants menu can be found in the hotel’s very own herb garden, designed by Chef Julie herself. Top choices on the menu include the unique election of hearty, healthy salads (such as the kale and quinoa) and their unique mixology of cocktails. A good spot to stop if you want to visit the beauty of Miami without the crowds.