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0.8 mile
Ramada Inn Resort Sunny Isles Beach
19201 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
0.8 mile from Golden Beach
From $169
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Check In 1600
Check Out 1100
Rated Average
Midscale, smoke-free, full-service, oceanfront hotel
Heated outdoor swimming pool open all year - exercise room
Free WiFi
Valet parking only - $20 per night
Pet friendly hotel
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Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $18 per night.
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"The hotel was conveniently located. Nice pool area right next to a nice stretch of beach. What more can you ask for?2016-02-19 "
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1.1 miles
Marenas Resort Sunny Isles Beach
18683 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
1.1 miles from Golden Beach
From $334
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Check In 16 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Average
Upscale, smoke-free, full-service, beachfront hotel
Heated outdoor swimming pool - fitness center
Parking costs $15 per night
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed.
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $20 per night - includes Internet access.
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1.2 miles
JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa Aventura
19999 West Country Club Drive, Aventura, FL 33180
1.2 miles from Golden Beach
From $450
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Check In 1600
Check Out 1100
Rated High
Luxury, smoke-free, full-service, golf resort
Near Aventura Mall - short drive to the beach
Free shuttle to Aventura Mall and Ocean Club
3 heated outdoor swimming pools - exercise room
Full-service spa - 2 18-hole golf courses
Valet parking only - $40 per night
Pet friendly hotel
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- allows pets up to 25 pounds, 2 pets per room - $125 per stay pet fee. < Less
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $37 per night - includes Internet access.
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1.2 miles
Residence Inn by Marriott Aventura
19900 West Country Club Drive, Aventura, FL 33180
1.2 miles from Golden Beach
From $273
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Check In 1600
Check Out 1200
Rated High
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
Near Aventura Mall
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
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- $100 per stay pet fee. < Less
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1.3 miles
Days Hotel Thunderbird Beach Resort Sunny Isles
18401 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
1.3 miles from Golden Beach
From $136
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Check In 1600
Check Out 1100
Rated Average
Cheap, full-service, beachfront hotel
Some smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool open all year - exercise room
Off-site parking costs $13 per night - limited availability
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed.
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $16 per night - includes WiFi.
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1.4 miles
Aloft Hotel Aventura
2910 Northeast 207th Street, Aventura, FL 33180
1.4 miles from Golden Beach
From $99
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Check In 1500
Check Out 1200
Rated Average
Upscale, smoke-free hotel near Promenade Shops
Heated outdoor swimming pool - 24-hour exercise room
Free WiFi
Valet parking only - $25 per night
Pet friendly hotel
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- allows dogs only up to 40 pounds - no pet fee. < Less
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1.4 miles
Beachwalk Resort Hallendale Beach
2602 East Hallandale Beach Blvd, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
1.4 miles from Golden Beach
From $133
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Check In 16 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Average
Upscale, smoke-free, Hallandale Beach hotel
Located along Intercoastal Waterway - 2 miles from downtown
Outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Parking costs $27 per night
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed.
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1.5 miles
Hyde Resort & Residences Hollywood Beach
4111 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood Beach, FL 33019
1.5 miles from Golden Beach
From $208
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Check In 16 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Luxury, smoke-free, all-suite, full-service, beachfront hotel
Outdoor swimming pool open all year - fitness center
Full-service spa
Valet parking only - $38 per night
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed.
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $28 per night - includes WiFi.
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1.5 miles
Hampton Inn Hallandale Beach
1000 South Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
1.5 miles from Golden Beach
From $257
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Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Midscale, smoke-free hotel
Across from Gulfstream Park Race Track and Casino
Outdoor swimming pool open in summer
Exercise room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking - truck parking
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed.
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"The hotel staff was helpful and polite. They answered all our questions and catered to our needs.2018-08-21 "
"The hotel was clean, and the employees were friendly. Not happy about the hold on my credit card, though.2017-11-17 "
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1.5 miles
AC Hotel by Marriott Miami Aventura
20805 Biscayne Blvd, Aventura, FL 33180
1.5 miles from Golden Beach
From $273
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Check In 1500
Check Out 1200
Rated High
Upscale, smoke-free hotel
Near Promenade Shops and Aventura Commons
Outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Free WiFi
Valet parking only - $25 per night
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed.
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1.5 miles
DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Hollywood Beach
4000 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood Beach, FL 33019
1.5 miles from Golden Beach
From $257
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Check In 16 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, full-service hotel near beach
Outdoor swimming pool open in summer - exercise room
Free WiFi
Valet parking only - $25 per night
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed.
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1.6 miles
Knights Inn Hallandale Beach
26 Diplomat Parkway, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
1.6 miles from Golden Beach
From $108
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Check In 1500
Check Out 1100
Rated Very Low Not Recommended
Cheap, smoke-free, highway motel
Near Golden Isles Lake
Heated outdoor swimming pool open all year
Free WiFi
Free parking
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed.
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"Motel room wasn't clean at all. The WiFi didn't work, and the staff wasn't too helpful. Don't stay here.2015-04-03 "
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1.6 miles
Acqualina Resort & Spa Sunny Isles Beach
17875 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
1.6 miles from Golden Beach
From $525
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Check In 16 00
Check Out 12 00
Rated Very High
Luxury, smoke-free, full-service, oceanfront resort
14 miles from Fort Lauderdale Airport
19 miles from Miami Airport
Member of Leading Hotels of the World
Free shuttle to attractions within 5-mile radius
Heated outdoor swimming pool open all year
Exercise room
Full-service spa
Free WiFi
Valet parking only - $35 per night
Pet friendly hotel
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- allows pets up to 25 pounds, 1 pet per room - $100 per stay pet fee. < Less
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1.7 miles
Courtyard by Marriott Hotel Aventura Mall
2825 Northeast 191st Street, Aventura, FL 33180
1.7 miles from Golden Beach
From $246
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Check In 1500
Check Out 1100
Rated High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free hotel
Near Aventura Mall
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Free WiFi
Free parking
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed.
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"Nice hotel with friendly personnel.2018-05-14 "
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1.7 miles
Residence Inn by Marriott Sunny Isles Beach
17700 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
1.7 miles from Golden Beach
From $243
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Check In 1600
Check Out 1100
Rated Average
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
Near Gilbert Samson Oceanfront Park
Outdoor rooftop swimming pool - exercise room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Valet parking only - $26 per night
Pet friendly hotel
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- allows pets up to 50 pounds, 2 pets per room - $150 per stay pet fee. < Less
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1.8 miles
Diplomat Resort & Spa Hollywood Beach
3555 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood Beach, FL 33019
1.8 miles from Golden Beach
From $2299
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Check In 16 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Luxury, smoke-free, full-service, beachfront resort
Near 18-hole championship golf course
A Curio Collection by Hilton hotel
Outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Parking costs $26 per night
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed.
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $26 per night - includes Internet access and beach amenities.
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2.0 miles
DoubleTree by Hilton Resort Ocean Point Sunny Isles Bch
17375 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
2.0 miles from Golden Beach
From $364
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Check In 16 00
Check Out 12 00
Rated High
Upscale, oceanfront, full-service hotel
Outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Full-service spa
Internet access costs $10 per night
Valet parking only - $27 per night
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed.
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2.0 miles
Sole Miami Noble House Resort Sunny Isles Beach
17315 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
2.0 miles from Golden Beach
From $344
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Check In 16 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Midscale, smoke-free, full-service, beachfront hotel
Heated outdoor swimming pool open all year - exercise room
Full-service spa
Valet parking only - $30 per night
Pet friendly hotel
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3.1 miles
Best Western Plus Hotel Hallandale Beach
101 Ansin Blvd, I-95, Exit 18, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
3.1 miles from Golden Beach
From $126
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Check In 1600
Check Out 1100
Rated High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free, interstate hotel
12 miles south of Fort Lauderdale
Outdoor swimming pool open in summer
Exercise room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed.
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"The hotel was close to restaurants and entertainment. The staff was kind, and breakfast was ample. Book it.2019-11-10 "
"All the employees were great, but breakfast needed some help. Dfeinitely stay here.2018-03-06 "
"The room smelled like smoke, and the TV didn't work. Find another hotel.2016-11-08 "
"Great experience. The staff was professional and helpful. The only negative was that the parking area in the rear of the hotel had some flooding issues.2016-10-19 "
"Reasonable rates for a clean, comfortable room with a view. The staff was friendly, helpful, courteous, and attentive. Nice exercise room, and the breakfast spread was varied and wonderful. I had a pleasant stay and would come back to this hotel.2016-02-09 "
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3.4 miles
Downtown Hollywood Boutique Hotel
1920 Van Buren Street, Hollywood, FL 33020
3.4 miles from Golden Beach
From $175
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Check In 00 00
Check Out 00 00
Rated Very High
Midscale, smoke-free, all-suite, downtown motel
No swimming pool
Free WiFi
Free parking
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed.
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"A wonderful motel in every way. Stay here.2017-11-21 "
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3.5 miles
Ramada Inn Downtown Hollywood
1925 Harrison Street, Hollywood, FL 33020
3.5 miles from Golden Beach
From $182
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Check In 1500
Check Out 1100
Rated Average
Midscale, downtown Hollywood hotel
Heated outdoor swimming pool open in summer
Exercise room
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Parking costs $6 per night
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed.
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"Close to everything. Great hotel in a fun area surrounded by bars and restaurants. The room was clean. There was even a tiki bar downstairs.2018-09-28 "
"Worth the price. The hotel room was attractive and clean. Nice, hot breakfast.2018-09-19 "
"The room and rates were fine, but the TV didn't work. The hotel clerk was rude because the reservation was in my mother's name. She wouldn't let us access the room until my mother faxed her driver's license and credit card, which delayed our check-in by 30 minutes.2016-01-06 "
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3.5 miles
Hollywood Beachside Boutique Suites
609 North Ocean Drive, Hollywood Beach, FL 33019
3.5 miles from Golden Beach
From $227
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Check In 16 00
Check Out 12 00
Rated High
Midscale, smoke-free, all-suite motel near beach
Outdoor swimming pool open in summer
Free WiFi
Parking costs $6 per night
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed.
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3.6 miles
Costa Hollywood Resort
777 North Ocean Drive, Hollywood, FL 33019
3.6 miles from Golden Beach
From $169
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Check In 16 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Luxury, smoke-free, full-service resort near beach
Outdoor rooftop swimming pool - 24-hour exercise room
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Valet parking only - $35 per night
Pet friendly resort
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3.6 miles
Circ Hotel Hollywood
1780 Polk Street, Hollywood, FL 33020
3.6 miles from Golden Beach
From $247
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Check In 16 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, downtown hotel
Outdoor swimming pool - 24-hour exercise room
Free WiFi
Valet parking only - $22 per night
Pet friendly hotel
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- $50 per night fee for each pet. < Less
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"Great hotel stay. The staff was wonderful. Definitely give this place a try.2019-03-28 "
"The hotel was wonderful, and the staff was great.2019-03-11 "
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3.7 miles
Margaritaville Beach Resort Hollywood Beach
1111 North Ocean Drive, Hollywood Beach, FL 33019
3.7 miles from Golden Beach
From $261
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Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Luxury, full-service, smoke-free hotel
Steps from the beach
3 outdoor swimming pools - fitness center
6 restaurants - 2 lounges
Full-service spa
Free WiFi
Free parking
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed.
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3.7 miles
Rodeway Inn Hollywood
509 North Federal Highway, Hollywood, FL 33020
3.7 miles from Golden Beach
From $117
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Check In 16 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Very Low Not Recommended
Cheap, smoke-free motel
Outdoor swimming pool open all year
Free WiFi
Free parking
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed.
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4.3 miles
Marriott Hotel Hollywood Beach
2501 North Ocean Drive, Hollywood Beach, FL 33019
4.3 miles from Golden Beach
From $212
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Check In 1600
Check Out 1100
Rated High
Upscale, smoke-free, full-service, oceanfront hotel
Outdoor swimming pool - fitness center
Free WiFi
Parking costs $17 per night
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed.
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4.4 miles
La Quinta Inn & Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport Hollywood
2620 North 26th Avenue, Hollywood, FL 33020
4.4 miles from Golden Beach
From $85
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Check In 15 00
Check Out 12 00
Rated High
Midscale hotel near Fort Lauderdale Airport
Free shuttle to Fort Lauderdale Airport
Outdoor swimming pool open in summer - exercise room
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
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"I loved this hotel. The area was quiet, and the room and atmosphere were great. The room had a microwave and fridge. Good continental breakfast, and there were restaurants and stores nearby.2019-05-04 "
"Nice, clean, safe hotel within walking distance of restaurants. The room was clean, and the staff was pleasant. Great shuttle service to Port Everglades. I'd stay here again.2019-04-24 "
"Good value and good experience. The hotel was bright, fresh, and clean, and the linens and towels were white and fluffy. There was a shuttle service, but the staff wasn't knowledgeable about area restaurants and shops.2019-03-11 "
"The hotel location was great.2018-10-16 "
"Convenient to restaurants and entertainment. The hotel was clean and well-kept, though I did hear some noise from adjacent suites. Aside from that, my stay was quite enjoyable.2018-08-27 "
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4.5 miles
Econo Lodge Hollywood
1725 Taft Street, US 1, Hollywood, FL 33020
4.5 miles from Golden Beach
From $81
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Check In 14 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Average
Cheap motel near Fort Lauderdale Airport
Free shuttle to Fort Lauderdale Airport
Outdoor swimming pool open in summer
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed.
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"The motel room was clean and comfortable but smelled like cigarettes.2018-02-14 "
"The motel room was musty and hot when we arrived, and the AC was so high that I couldn't reach the start button. The front desk clerk gave me directions twice, but I finally asked her to come start it. At 10:30 PM, the toilet overflowed. My elderly mother and I had to change rooms. Don't stay here.2016-07-15 "
"I didn't feel safe at this motel. It was noisy, with people coming and going all night. The floor was dirty, and the door lock wasn't secure. The bathroom blinds were broken, so people could see inside. Don't stay here.2016-05-03 "
"The motel was comfortable.2015-12-13 "
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4.5 miles
St Regis Bal Harbour Resort
9703 Collins Avenue, A1A, Bal Harbour, FL 33154
4.5 miles from Golden Beach
From $1352
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Check In 1600
Check Out 1200
Rated Very High
Luxury, smoke-free, full-service, oceanfront resort
2 outdoor swimming pools - exercise room
Full-service spa
Free WiFi
Valet parking only - $44 per night
Pet friendly hotel
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Map of Golden Beach FL Hotels
Hotels near Zip Code 33180 1.5 miles west
Hotels near Gulfstream Park Racing & Casino 1.5 miles NW
Hotels near South Ocean Drive Hollywood Beach 1.7 miles north
Hotels near Aventura Mall 1.7 miles west
Hotels near Diplomat Hotel 1.8 miles north
Hotels near Mardi Gras Casino 2.5 miles NW
Hotels near Federal Highway Hollywood 2.8 miles NW
Hotels near Hollywood Blvd Hollywood 3.4 miles north
Hotels near North Surf Road Hollywood 3.9 miles north
Hotels near Kovens Conference Center 3.9 miles south
Hotels near Hollywood Beach Broadwalk 4.4 miles north
Hotels near US 1 Hollywood 4.6 miles north
Hotels near King of Diamonds 5.0 miles west
Hotels near Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital 5 miles NW
Hotels near Memorial Regional Hospital 5 miles NW
Sunny Isles Beach FL Hotels 1.5 miles south
Aventura FL Hotels 1.8 miles west
Hallandale Beach FL Hotels 2.1 miles NW
Hollywood Beach FL Hotels 2.7 miles north
North Miami Beach FL Hotels 3.4 miles SW
Pembroke Park FL Hotels 3.7 miles NW
Hollywood FL Hotels 4.2 miles NW
Bal Harbour FL Hotels 5 miles south
Bay Harbor Islands FL Hotels 5 miles south
Surfside FL Hotels 6 miles south
Dania Beach FL Hotels 6 miles north
North Miami FL Hotels 7 miles SW
Miami Gardens FL Hotels 8 miles west
Miami Shores FL Hotels 8 miles SW
North Bay Village FL Hotels 8 miles south
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