THE CASABLANCA ON THE OCEAN HOTEL in Miami Beach

Across the road from the beach, this laid-back hotel is 5 miles from outdoor shopping at Lincoln Road Mall and 7 miles from downtown Miami.The unassuming rooms provide free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, along with coffeemakers, microwaves and minifridges. Upgraded rooms add ocean views, and suites also feature sitting areas and kitchens. Some have pull-out sofas.There's a laid-back restaurant and a cocktail lounge. Other amenities include an outdoor pool and sundeck with beach views, an exercise room and a coin-operated laundry. A resort fee applies.