Just a short walk from South Beach, the Thompson Hotel Victor is still one of Miami’s trendiest hotels and sits in a prime location for shoppers, foodies, spa-goers, and sun-seekers. The hotel only has 88 suites and rooms, making it a great choice for a weekend getaway or retreat when you prefer a more intimate setting. I visited this property on a recent trip to Miami and had a chance to enjoy a light meal at the Victor Café. The restaurant offers outdoor seating right on Ocean Drive and has become a popular meet-up destination for locals and business travelers.
If you’re staying at the Thompson Hotel Victor in South Miami Beach, here’s what to expect:
Accommodations
All suites and rooms at the hotel are furnished with custom-made furniture by Jacques Garcia, and some offer pool or ocean views with a private terrace. You’ll be treated to an array of luxury amenities – oversized Frette terrycloth bath robes, flat-panel screen TVs, rain showerheads, and a mini-bar stocked with Dean & Deluca snacks. The rooms are styled for the “sophisticated traveler” with clean, modern lines and splashes of color. If you’re going to splurge anyway, opt for an ocean view room. Bungalow rooms offer direct access to the pool and cabanas.
Amenities
One of the most striking features of this South Beach hotel is its raised, rimless pool. The outdoor pool overlooks Ocean Drive and lights up at night. Rent a cabana if you plan on spending the day lounging, or just settle in on one of the chaises on the pool deck.
Spa V is the hotel’s onsite luxury spa, home to South Beach’s first co-ed Hammam. If you prefer more privacy, you can book a private Hammam session to enjoy the treatment on your own marble bed. Spa V offers some Vichy shower treatments as well as massages, body treatments, facials, manicures, and pedicures. You’ll start your treatment off with a refreshing beverage in the Spa V Cool Down Room.
Guests have access to a 24-hour fitness center that’s located inside Spa V. If you’re waiting for your party to arrive or just want to relax and people-watch for a while, make your way to the spacious lounge area around the main stairwell and in front of the restaurant. This hotel’s lounge is one of the most tastefully decorated lobbies in South Beach with several plush couches, benches, and round cushioned seats for visitors and guests.
Dining Options
If you’re looking for a good breakfast spot near the beach, head to the Victor Café. You’ll find everything from a complete continental breakfast spread to eggs cooked your way here. The lunch menu here features a lineup of burgers, salads, and a crab cake entrée. If you’re here for dinner, don’t miss the chance to try something from the raw bar, which includes tuna tartare, ceviche, and fresh market oysters. When you just want a cocktail or glass of wine, head to the Vue Terrace for an even better view of Ocean Drive, or settle in at the V Bar inside the hotel. The Passage Bar hosts DJs on select nights and has a VIP lounge.
Other Things You Should Know
– Smoking rooms are available.
– Wireless Internet access is free in your room.
– Dry cleaning and laundry services are available.
– This is a pet-friendly hotel.
– Room service is available.
– Most clubs and lounges around the hotel are open until 4 a.m. or later.
