The Marlin Hotel in Miami Beach

A 2-minute walk from Ocean Drive and the beach, this slick, high-tech boutique hotel in Miami Beach’s Art Deco District was built in 1939; it is 1 mile from the Bass Museum of Art.The 15 sleek rooms come with personalized iPads to control all in-room features, including mood lighting and pre-loaded movie libraries on 60-inch flat-screen TVs (concealed behind mirrors). All have rainfall showers, minibars and free Wi-Fi. In-room spa services (surcharge) and 24-hour dining are available.Complimentary continental breakfast is offered, as are welcome cocktails and bottled water upon arrival. There’s also recording equipment and 2 on-site studios.