The Standard Spa

For those seeking a relaxing Miami getaway sans the bustling south beach crowds- The Standard Hotel and Spa has what you need.

Situated just in between Miami and Miami Beach, on the small Belle Isle, The Standard Spa, Miami Beach is its own private paradise amidst lush tropical gardens with views of the Biscayne Bay. Set inside a historic mid-century hotel originally designed by Morris Lapidus, the property was transformed into The Standard. The interiors take on a minimalist, yet kitschy Scandinavian aesthetic with sharp angles, wooden furniture and walls covered in woven wool. The overall vibe is hip, breezy and retro with the entire property revolving around its third floor destination spa.

Service is friendly and low-key with a staff and concierge on hand around the clock. Note that the property is an adult only heaven and you need to be 21+ to check in.

A vibrant spa resort with oeanfront location and close to Miami gay scene and nightlife.

40 Island Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

(305) 673-1717

The Standard Spa

Lido Bayside Grill

A gathering place for friends to share drinks and bayside bites, Lido Bayside Grill is inspired by coastal cuisines and provides an exciting, varied palate that showcases locally-sourced ingredients and line-caught seafood that reduce bycatch and improve sustainability. Even our morning cup of joe is roasted and sourced here in Miami. Using only fresh, crisp, and clean ingredients to emphasize the vibrant flavors, Lido also offers vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options to ensure an inclusive dining experience for every diet.

Hours: Daily: 8am -12am
High Tides Happy Hour: Monday-Thursday, 4-6PM

Monterrey Bar

Intimate indoor bar and lounge with elevated cocktails and indulgent bites that are perfect for kicking off your night or getting into a little late-night naughtiness.

The intimate bar celebrates unique twists on classic cocktails and elevated bites. Indulgent light plates by Executive Chef Andrew Gilbert are designed to pair with the curated beverage menu, reflecting the cool, dark speakeasy style of Monterrey Bar.

Hours Daily: 5pm - 12am

Café Standard

Colorful, all-day indoor café with everything you need to get yourself going from start to finish.

Hours Daily: 7am - 4pm

Lobby Lounge

An oasis of calm, the Lobby lounge is a perfect place to escape the heat and enjoy a cocktail. It also plays host to events, such as talks and readings, as well as pop-ups.

The Gym

The colorful gym at The Standard Spa, Miami Beach features modern cardio and fitness machines, including state-of-the-art Peloton bikes, treadmills, weightlifting, as well as dumbbells, kettle bells, and free weights.

Hours Daily: 6am – 7pm

The Spa

The Standard's most prominent feature is its expansive spa it features include a Turkish bath, a steam room with aromatherapy, a Finnish sauna and cold plunge, a saltwater infinity pool, and even a mud lounge with algae-based mud. Treatments include facials, massages (also available in rooms), and mani/pedis along with a number of "integrated wellness" offerings ranging from astrology to sound healing. The spa also hosts one-off workshops and events throughout the year covering topics ranging from health and diet to yoga.

Contact: [email protected]
Hours Daily: 8am – 9pm

Pool & Gardens

The hotel's pool sits next to the bay and has lovely water views, It's surrounded by a number of lounge chairs, and topless sunbathing is allowed however this is not the place to come if you're looking for a rowdy pool party with champagne and DJs. There's also a hot tub and cold pool, and paddleboards can be rented from the adjacent dock.
The hotel's gardens are a lovely addition to this compact property, and include fire pits, hammocks, and other seating areas for kicking back and relaxing. A mud lounge that's near the pool also allows guests to enter without clothes -- faint of heart, be warned.

Hours Daily: open around the clock

Pool & Gardens

The hotel’s pool sits next to the bay and has lovely water views, It’s surrounded by a number of lounge chairs, and topless sunbathing is allowed however this is not the place to come if you’re looking for a rowdy pool party with champagne and DJs. There’s also a hot tub and cold pool, and paddleboards can be rented from the adjacent dock.

The hotel’s gardens are a lovely addition to this compact property, and include fire pits, hammocks, and other seating areas for kicking back and relaxing. A mud lounge that’s near the pool also allows guests to enter without clothes — faint of heart, be warned.

Hours Daily: open around the clock

The Standard offers 105 rooms in a wide range of room types, ranging from entry-level Standard Mediums clear up to Bay View Suites. Decor is simple and light, with a distinctly nautical-retro look that has beach-cottage vibes. Expect to see light wood details and blue accents, plus beige and blue striped fabrics and furniture that’s equally inspired by the clean lines of Scandinavian minimalism and mid-century American design ethos.

Standard Mediums and Standard Larges are all on the second floor and can be compact. These measure 230 and 300 square feet (21 to 28 square meters), respectively, and all feature daybeds, flat-screen TVs, bluetooth speakers, air-conditioning, and minibars with organic food and drinks.

Located on the ground floor, Garden Medium Rooms measure 345 square feet (32 square meters) and have outdoor terrace areas, as do their larger Garden Large equivalents, which measure 415 square feet (39 square meters).

Bath Terrace units come in Medium and Large configurations (and are the same size as their Garden equivalents) and they add outdoor terraces with soaking tubs and privacy curtains.

There’s also a 515-square-foot (48-square-meter) Bath Extra Large unit with a whirlpool hot tub for up to four people on its outdoor terrace and a 555-square-foot (52-square-meter) Bay View Suite with a separate bedroom and living area plus a terrace that wraps around three sides of the building and a clawfoot tub in the bathroom.

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