5 Best Miami Beach Wedding Venues for Your Epic Wedding

My five best Miami Beach wedding venues! You recently got engaged, and you are filled with wedding bliss. That is so cool, congratulations and I’m really happy for you. I know all your friends and families are super excited for you too. However, right after a warm, heartfelt congratulation, the next question everyone wants to know is, where will you get married. This post will share five of the best Miami Beach Wedding Venues, where you can have an unforgettable wedding experience.

01 – The Betsy Hotel Miami Beach

The Betsy Hotel is another fabulous Miami Beach wedding venue. It is located on the world-famous Ocean Drive in South Beach, across from the shimmering blue sea and swaying palm trees. This hotel specializes in stylish, sophisticated weddings characterize by classic glamor, endless grace, and an inclusive spirit.

A south beach landmark, the Betsy was built by Art Deco pioneer L. Murray Dixon in 1942, and American troops were among its first guests. In 2017, the Betsy expanded by purchasing and remodeling the historic Carlton Hotel. After the renovation of the Carlton Hotel, the two buildings were joined by an orb-shaped sky bridge. The ball shape architecture is a people stopper. It has been celebrated as an essential piece of Miami Beach public art. Today the Betsy is Ocean Drive’s only surviving example of Florida-Georgian architecture.

This is a perfect venue for the couple who is looking for a charming boutique venue with an artsy vibe in the heart of South Beach. However, the Betsy is more than just lovely – the graceful style of contemporary colonial design accented by Art Deco touches, and a tranquil retreat from the action makes it a heaven for your honeymoon. Have your wedding and honeymoon in one location steeped in luxury and the warm tropical beach breezes. What more could you ask for? 

Furthermore, at the Betsy, you are surrounded by art and culture. Throughout the property, discover a collection of over 700 artworks, chat with a Writer in Residence in the Library, stumble upon a pop-up opera performance, or catch Miami’s best musicians every night in the Lobby.

For your wedding, choose from one of many impressive venue spaces. The Ocean Front Deck is one of Betsy’s most intimate and sweeping venues. It has stunning views of Lummus Park and the Atlantic ocean and is very spacious but secluded. Ocean Front Deck has two private bars, built-in lounge seating, and can accommodate up to 112 for sit-down dinners and 200 for standing receptions.

Considering a small intimate wedding? Then the Skyline Penthouse and Terrace may be what you need. Atop the Art Deco Wing, this loft-style penthouse and wrap around terrace boast 1,710 square feet of living and entertainment space. It also has a baby grand piano and a Viennese chandelier that spent 70 years in the Zimbabwe home of the family’s matriarch that owns the hotel. The Skyline Penthouse also attaches to three Larger Double Balcony Suites via a private elevator, making it a multi-suite complex for up to 14 guests.

Whether you’re planning an intimate wedding ceremony, an extravagant reception with a South Beach glam touch, Betsy’s beachside haven offers distinctive indoor and outdoor venues.

For more information about weddings at The Betsy, contact the events team here.

02 – The Faena Hotel Miami Beach

Simply put, the Faena Hotel is one of Miami Beach Best wedding venues. Whether you are considering an intimate getaway or a big wedding, your wedding’s size and scale will be up to you. The Faena Hotel Miami Beach is more than a hotel. It is a couple’s wedding dreamscape. The possibilities are endless, and the only thing required for an unforgettable wedding is your imagination.

Located at 3201 Collins Avenue in the heart of Miami Beach Art Deco District, the Faena conjures up Miami’s golden era of glamour and old-world charm. Faena District is four blocks of stunning architecture with several extraordinary event spaces, including a Portuguese pink marble Amphitheater and two spacious Exhibit Halls with historic Collins Avenue and Indian Creek views. This exceptional Miami Beach wedding venue will make a statement that your guests will not forget.

For more information about weddings at Faena, contact the events team here.

03 – Setai Hotel Miami Beach

You won’t find much fanfare about The Setai Miami Beach Hotel online. Still, nevertheless, this magnificent hotel is one of Miami Beach’s best wedding venues. Located in the famous Art Deco District of South Beach, the Setai hotel is a beautiful historic architecture statement with modern flavor. The hotel consists of both the original Art Deco style building and a 40-story glass tower overlooking the turquoise blue sea and pearl white beaches.

Setai Miami Beach hotel is a tower of privacy and serenity wrapped in an oriental design style, pan-Asian cuisine, and graceful pools cape. It is the perfect wedding venue for brides and their guests who want to be in the center of all the South Beach happenings but can escape to a sanctuary of peace and calm. The hotel-style and character are sleek and chic in dark teak and brick flooring, which exudes a discrete luxury feeling.  

I believe this is really a unique place to tie the knot! There are no hotels in Miami or South Florida with a sort of profound sense of peace, from the serenity of Asian-inspired surroundings to intuitive luxury and personalized service. The Setai Miami Beach Hotel is perfect for a small intimate wedding. They can accommodate up to 50 guests.

For more information about weddings at Setai, contact the events team here.

04 – Villa Casa Casuarina | The Versace Mansion

The Villa Casa Casuarina, formerly known as the Versace Mansion, is located on the famous Ocean Drive in South Beach, Florida. This property is not well known as a Miami Beach wedding venue. However, it is a perfect fit for the eccentric couple looking for a historic venue with lots of fine arts and prominence to say “I Do.” 

Casa Casuarina was initially built in 1930 by the architect, author, and philanthropist, Alden Freeman. Mr. Freeman was the heir to the Standard Oil fortune. In 1992, the Villa was purchased by the famous Italian fashion designer Gianni Versace. Gianni Versace renovated the property incorporating his own Italian influence throughout the house. The million mosaic pool is made up of thousands of twenty-four karat gold mosaic tiles inspired by Versace’s Marine Vanita print seen on his silk scarfs. Black wrought iron fence and gates trimmed with gold enclosed the mansion and kept the tourist prying eyes at bay.

Having your wedding at this exquisite venue will undoubtedly put you amongst royalties and celebrities. It is said that Princess Diana, Elton John, and Madonna were all friends of Versace and had spent time at the Villa visiting the designer. Today the Villa operates as a luxury boutique hotel, restaurant, and event venue and continues to attract celebrities. Beyonce and Jay Z, Kim and Kourtney Kardashian, Kylie Jenner, Justin Bieber, Drake, Sylvester Stalone, and Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ are some of the few who have been seen at the Villa.

Villa Casa Casuarina can accommodate up to 150 guests. It is mainly an outdoor event space, and it is priced on the high side. Nevertheless, given the history and the location, I think it is well worth having your wedding here. It would be epic, fun, and memorable!

For more information about weddings at Vila Casuarina, contact the events team here.

05 – Fontainebleau Miami Beach

If you are looking for a Miami Beach wedding venue that is historic and luxurious, the Fontainebleau is your place. Located on Collins Avenue in the heart of Millionaire Row, this opulent hotel spans twenty-two acres of pristine oceanfront. It features signature restaurants by award-winning chefs, two chic nightlife venues, a two-story spa, a virtually endless poolscape, and state-of-the-art event facilities. 

The Fontainebleau was built in 1954 on the Firestone Mansion, home of auto tire magnate Harvey Firestone. Hotelier Ben Novack purchased the property in 1952. He hired architect Morris Lapidus, who was known for his modernist vision and talent for theatrical spaces. Fontainebleau Miami Beach opened in 1954 and was the largest and most luxurious hotel in South Florida. 

During the fifties and sixties, the hotel reign as Miami’s leading resort, and Lapidus’ gentle curving facades came to signify the glamorous Miami Beach. Celebrities and entertainers from all over the world flock to the resort. Throughout the years, Fontainebleau Miami Beach hotel has been featured in numerous film productions, including Goldfinger, The Bellboy, Scarface, The Specialist, and The Bodyguard.

Between 2005 and 2008, Fontainebleau Miami Beach underwent a massive one billion dollar renovation and expansion. The hotel reopens in 2008 with rave reviews and a grand opening bash featuring the Victoria Secret Fashion Show and performances by Usher, Mariah Carey, and Robin Thicke. Today the iconic hotel design, its history, and its posh appeal is a home away from home for the rich and famous – like Kate Hudson, Alex Rodriguez, Gwyneth Paltrow, Amanda Bynes, Kim Kardashian, Lady Gaga, Sean Combs, Nick Lachey, Jennifer Lopez, and many others.

So, if you want a wedding experience like no other, glamour, style, romance, fun, that’s what Fontainebleau offers. It doesn’t matter what your wedding style is or how big or small your wedding will be. Fontainebleau is the Miami Beach wedding venue you and your guest will remember. Make it uniquely you from unforgettable ballrooms to decks and beautiful lawns and beaches. Fontainebleau can accommodate everything from an elopement up to 500 guests event – prices are on the high side.

For more information about weddings at Fontainebleau, contact the events team here.

6. Bonus – The Palms Hotel & Spa

I couldn’t end the post without mentioning this fabulous hotel. Are you looking for a Miami Beach wedding venue located amid art, entertainment, and fine dining but still offers the tranquility of relaxation and calm? If you do, the Palms Hotel and Spa is for you! Located just a mile north of South Beach’s electrifying nightlife, this eco-friendly hotel is a tropical escape with beautiful oceanfront views and access.

Originally opened as the Sea Isle Hotel in 1941, the Palms Hotel and Spa is a beautiful representation of the Art Deco period. It was designed by renowned architect Roy F France. This American architect is credited with creating the Miami Beach skyline. His design advice was, ‘Let in the air and sun. That’s what people come to Florida for.’ This luxury hotel has a grand Old Florida charm with double French doors opening up to an airy lobby featuring terracotta tiled floors, potted palms, and overhead fans shaped like palm fronds.

Today, the Palms Hotel and Spa boast authentic service and laid-back sophistication with a farm-to-table restaurant, tropical garden, lush oceanfront grounds, lagoon-style swimming pools, and an Aveda spa. At the Palms, total wellness with environmental awareness and health consciousness is at the center of every guest experience. It makes for an ideal place to rejuvenate after a night of dancing and partying at your wedding.

What I also think is unique about this Miami Beach wedding venue is that they are family-friendly. They also have a selection of breathtaking spaces for hosting your wedding. From the beach to gazebos, terrace lawn, and many more, the Palms Hotel and Spa provides the perfect place to tie the knot with reasonable pricing.

For more information about weddings at The Palms Hotel & Spa, contact the events team here.

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