Retro Glam Meets Cool Comfort at Hotel Continental Miami
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Hotel Continental Miami Beach: Retro Charm, Modern
Vibes & Beachfront Bliss
Step into a time capsule of style, sunshine, and sophistication at Hotel Continental Miami Beach. Nestled in the heart of the Mid-Beach district, this newly renovated 1948 gem delivers vintage glam with a modern twist, blending the soul of Miami’s midcentury scene with all the creature comforts today’s traveler craves. Whether you're lounging by the Miami Modern-inspired (MiMo) pool, grabbing a slice at Piola, or sipping a self-poured cocktail at Divebar, Hotel Continental offers more than a stay—it delivers a nostalgia-drenched escape just steps from the beach.
Why Hotel Continental Miami Beach Is Your Next Favorite Stay
Mid-Beach Magic: Location, Location, Location
Set at 4000 Collins Avenue, Hotel Continental Miami Beach sits smack in the middle of everything that makes Miami iconic.
Just a seashell’s throw from the beach and a short ride from the Miami Beach Convention Center, the hotel offers walkable access to the city’s best dining, shopping, nightlife, and art institutions.
Traveling for business and pleasure? This is your sweet spot.
Old-School Cool Meets Modern Luxe
Originally built in 1948 by architect A. Herbert Mathes, the Tapestry Collection by Hilton property has been reborn as a boutique lifestyle hotel that channels the glamour of a golden era. Expect custom furnishings, curated art installations, and design details that nod to the Space Race, Pan Am, and vintage Americana.
At the center of it all is the MiMo-style pool, nestled beneath the original neon Continental sign—a historic photo op if we’ve ever seen one.
🍹 Eat, Sip & Lounge Like It’s 1959
Divebar: Where Retro Meets Refreshment
Let’s talk about the showstopper—Divebar. This self-pour cocktail lounge delivers a completely interactive drink experience, letting you sample wines, local beers, and batch cocktails by the ounce. The Easy Breezy (made with Ketel One Grapefruit & Rose) or the Coconut Old-Fashioned? Yes, please.
Divebar’s vibe is equal parts nostalgic and Instagrammable, with midcentury accents and a chill ambiance perfect for socializing. And if you’re here between 5–8 p.m., don’t miss Five at Dive—happy hour specials that include $10 cocktails, $6 beers, and gourmet small bites.
Piola: Pizza and Pasta with an Italian Soul
Piola serves up authentic Italian eats straight from the brick oven. Dine al fresco with friends or cozy up in a booth with a piping hot pie—this is comfort food, Miami style. It’s casual, delicious, and perfect for winding down after a beach day.
Mixer: Sip & Socialize
Need a midday chill zone? Head to Mixer, the hotel’s breezy hangout lounge. It’s part event space, part snack central, and fully fabulous.
Grab a jalapeño margarita, nosh on fig & gorgonzola flatbread, and let the vibes do the rest.
A Gallery Hotel Worth Exploring
Art lovers, rejoice. Hotel Continental is also home to commissioned works from artist Danny O’Connor, including “Commander Good Times” and “The Summer of 1948”—a celebration of surf culture, Americana, and Miami’s sunny attitude.
Guest rooms feature vibrant prints by T.S. Harris, capturing themes of nostalgia, impermanence, and beauty. Even your sleep space feels like an exhibit.
Traveling with a Four-Legged Friend?
Hotel Continental rolls out the red carpet for pups, offering welcome kits with bowls, bedding, treats, and even a keepsake toy. Each $150 pet deposit supports the Humane Society of Greater Miami—so you can travel in style and support a great cause. That’s what we call good karma.
Hotel Continental Miami Beach
Amenities That Wow
For $35/day, the hotel’s destination fee is packed with perks:
Bike rentals to explore the beachwalk
Beach chairs to claim your spot in the sun
Poolside refreshments & Dive-In Cinema every Friday night
Weekend popsicle cart for sweet, retro refreshment
High-speed Wi-Fi to stream, scroll, or work remotely
And let’s be real—who doesn’t want to watch a movie poolside with vintage popcorn in hand?
Rest Easy in Miami-Chic Comfort
Each of the 100 rooms embraces midcentury design with modern touches: think handcrafted furniture, mural-style art, luxury bath products, and king or queen beds with partial ocean or pool views.
Bonus? Digital check-in via the Hilton Honors app, member-only rates, and points for your next getaway.
Ready to Check In?
If your dream vacation includes vintage flair, top-tier cocktails, artful moments, and beach access in under two minutes, then Hotel Continental Miami Beach is calling your name.
So grab your sunnies, call your crew (or your dog), and get ready to live out your retro fantasies—one popsicle, piña colada, or poolside movie at a time.