With Labor Day weekend around the corner, it’s not too late to plan that last-minute getaway to close the book on the season. Plan one last summer getaway to soak in the sunshine before fall is here!
The Marker Key West Harbor Resort
The Marker Key West Harbor Resort is ideally located on the Historic Key West Harbor at 200 William Street, just steps from lively Duval Street and Mallory Square. This modern, waterfront resort offers a hidden sanctuary of lush tropical grounds, three saltwater pools, an open-air restaurant and bar for al fresco dining, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. Each of the resort’s 96 spacious and luxuriously appointed guest rooms feature a private balcony, perfectly appointed design elements and Key West-inspired touches. The Marker is a hotel for the senses in Key West, offering guests a warm, vibrant experience filled with tropical gardens and three pools, panoramic views, and spacious rooms and suites with private balconies and oversized soaking tubs. Named for Mile Marker 0, the famous Key West photo op that depicts the ‘end of the road’ for US Highway 1, The Marker invites guests to escape the mainland mentality. Wind down and embrace the Key West way of life with our luxury hotel rooms and suites, bursting with color and bubbling with expressive energy and local charm.
Labor Day Savings: Bed & Breakfast package with daily breakfast at only +$1 extra per day! This also includes a special savings of up to 20% off your nightly room rate.
Booking Link: HERE
MIAMI
The Balfour Hotel, Miami Beach
Located in a landmark building, The Balfour Hotel celebrates its official opening with a story to tell just steps from the sparkling Atlantic Ocean on the corner of world-famous Ocean Drive and 4th Street in South Beach. The historic property, formerly known as The Lord Balfour Hotel, has 82 guest rooms and suites spread out over two, Art-Deco style buildings connected by an enchanting courtyard. Designed in 1940 by Anton Skislewicz, an important architect behind Miami Beach’s Art Deco history, The Balfour Hotel caters to design-conscious visitors with a unique style that has an undeniably timeless appeal. The hotel’s original outdoor moniker “Lord Balfour” remains illuminated in cerulean lights evocative of the ocean waves just steps away. Connecting The Balfour Hotel’s two buildings is an open courtyard offering an al fresco space for guests to lounge and socialize under the palm trees in the Miami sunshine. An elevated, plunge pool with an underwater window provides the perfect Instagram shot of swimmers behind the glass wall. Terracotta mosaic tiles, chaise lounges and ratan lounge seating invite guests to sunbathe and enjoy the seasonal rotations of refreshers including frozen grapes and fruit smoothies.
Labor Day Savings: Rates starting at $209.00
Booking link: HERE
The Shelborne South Beach
The Shelborne was originally built in 1940 and designed by famed Art Deco architects Igor Polevitsky and Thomas Triplett Russel. It was embellished in the 1950s by Neo-baroque design master Morris Lapidus. The Shelborne was the epitome of classic South Beach glamour and opulence throughout the 1960s. World-famous for spirited pool parties, celebrity guests and vibrant nightlife, the Shelborne was always an iconic Miami experience. Recently the property was renovated, upgrading some of the guestrooms and event space. The property is known for The Drawing Room speakeasy-inspired bar, known for house-made herbal elixirs and botanical essences in cocktails that change quarterly to reflect the seasons. Gabrielle Union and Pharrell have been spotted at the property. Elegance and sophistication permeate every corner of this chic, boutique paradise. Aside from its impressive penthouse suites, the property houses an iconic Art Deco pool, David’s Cafe (For authentic Cuban coffee) and Sweet Beach, with cuisine by James Beard Winner Michelle Bernstein. The bar was conceptualized and operated by the team at locally celebrated Sweet LIberty Drinks & Supply Co. Finally, head out to the pool for a relaxed vibe and traditional South Beach nostalgia. There’s also an amazing Oasis Garden, offering various moon watching events and fitness programming on weekends.
Labor Day Savings: Starting rates for Labor Day is $349
Booking link: HERE
The Gabriel Miami
The Gabriel Miami is a 129-key lifestyle hotel in Downtown Miami, offering spacious rooms and suites, a Dermanova Med Spa & Salon, 10,000 sq. ft. of meeting space and views of Biscayne Bay. The Gabriel Miami is located just minutes from Wynwood, the Design District, Miami Beach, LoanDepot Park and is within walking distance to the FTX Arena, PortMiami and countless dining and cultural attractions, including the Adrienne Arsht Center, Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science and the Pérez Art Museum Miami. Adjacent to the hotel’s palm-tree-lined sun deck on the 14th floor is a rectangular pool with views of the intracoastal waterway, the Miami Beach skyline, PortMiami and Biscayne Bay, providing guests with the ultimate venue for relaxation and tranquility among the city’s cultural epicenter. Boasting a variety of rooms and suites, The Gabriel Miami offers guests a residential-style layout with plush bedding and expansive living spaces up to 800 sq. ft. featuring calming earth tones of butterscotch, blonde and oak. The well-appointed bathrooms feature oversized soaking tubs and rainfall standing showers. Designed with both leisure and business travelers in mind, the guest rooms provide comfortable luxury with modern design touches and the latest technology innovations. Select rooms feature balconies with outdoor seating, providing the ultimate venue for watching the sunrise over the Miami skyline.
Labor Day Savings: Rates starting from $209. Stay two days and save 20%. Stay days and save 30%.
Booking Link: HERE
THēsis Hotel
An urban resort with a modern hotel sensibility, THēsis Hotel Miami invites you to discover and embrace your personal THēesis. Conceived to be a modern-day townsquare and a communal gathering space located at the intersection of three historic neighborhoods: Coral Gables, South Miami, and Coconut Grove, THēsis Hotel Miami has 245 modernly-appointed guest rooms and suites in a strikingly designed building. Amenities include a sun-filled rooftop pool with tropical views and a poolside bar; two on-site restaurants, Mamey and Orno (coming in 2021), led by Food + Wine Best Chef of 2020 winner and James Beard nominee Niven Patel; and 20,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor meeting and event space with state-of-the-art technology, chic design and ample natural light. With a robust, year-round calendar of programming and events – all open to the public – THēsis is not only a hotel, but a destination that fosters genuine connection and creative expression; a place where curious, like-minded individuals exchange ideas, celebrate art, discover new cultural experiences, and engage with their community. With all of its elements combined, THēsis Hotel Miami encourages you to ask, #WhatsYourTHēsis?
Labor Day Savings: Rates start at $239. Book 3 or more days in advance and save up to 15% off of best available rates.
Booking Link: HERE
MIRAMAR BEACH
Hotel Effie
Hotel Effie, situated on Florida’s Emerald Coast, features 250 guest rooms and suites, four culinary concepts by acclaimed Chef Hugh Acheson, a luxury spa, state-of-the-art fitness center, and the only rooftop pool on Florida’s Emerald Coast. The hotel also features 20,000 square feet of meeting space, including a 13,000-square-foot ballroom. Guests have access to the full complement of Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort amenities including more than seven miles of pristine beaches and bayfront, four championship golf courses, 15 world-class tennis courts, a 123-slip marina, and an additional 65,000 square feet of meeting space. Additionally, the Village of Baytowne Wharf, a charming pedestrian village with events, shopping, dining and nightlife, is located within walking distance of Hotel Effie.
Labor Day Savings: Rates Starting at $489
Booking Link: HERE
Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is a 2,400-acre destination resort in Miramar Beach, Florida, United States, on Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast. The resort is located between the Gulf of Mexico and the Choctawhatchee Bay. Sandestin has 30 neighborhoods with 1,600 condominiums, houses, villas, town homes, and hotel accommodations. The accommodations are grouped into four resort areas: Beachside, Village, Bayside, and Lakeside. The Village of Baytowne Wharf in Sandestin is the resort’s central dining and retail venue, with shops and boutiques, restaurants and eateries, and nightlife.
Labor Day Savings: Rates starting at $279
Booking Link: HERE
CHICAGO
Gale Chicago
Located off Michigan Avenue and Magnificent Mile in the heart of Downtown Chicago, The Gale Chicago dates back to 1926 when it was known as Hampshire House, a 16-story Neo-Renaissance-style apartment building. The property features contemporary amenities with rooftop terraces, offering travelers the ultimate city living experience with breathtaking views of the cityscape and Lake Michigan. The guest rooms are newly renovated and fully furnished with a modern work desk, a reading bench with overhead sconces, marble accents and sprawling views of the Windy City with select viewpoints facing the John Hancock building. Guest rooms include one-and-two bedroom Grande suites, in addition to king and double signature room types. Notable design features include a curated selection of art that highlights the city’s cultural attractions and artists, white molding and a playful selection of wallpaper offering a pop of color, depth and texture to the space. The lobby sets the tone for the guest experience as they enter from East Delaware St., boasting floor-to-ceiling domed windows with white overhead beams. The expansive space features custom light fixtures, luxurious lounge seating and a classic filament round chandelier, making an elegant statement drawing inspiration from the early 20th century industry. The property is in the heart of the Gold Coast, conveniently located near the Navy Pier, Rush Street, the Hancock Observatory, the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Lincoln Park Zoo and North Avenue Beach.
Labor Day Savings: Rates starting at $149. Opening offers include the Summer Grade Opening package with 50% off rates, early check-in and late check-out.
Booking Link: HERE
