The Faena Hotel
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The Faena Hotel

Miami, Florida

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Alan Faena and Baz Luhrmann designed a hotel that feels like a fever dream in the best possible way. Gold columns, a Damien Hirst mammoth in the lobby, a theater that hosts actual performances. The rooms are maximalist and cinematic, the pool is a scene, and the whole property operates on the principle that more is more. This is Miami at its most audacious.

Insider tip

Book an oceanfront room and have breakfast at the pool. Catch whatever's on at the Faena Theater — it's always unexpected.

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