Miami International Airport (MIA): Approximate driving time is 20 minutes and distance is 12 miles.

Driving directions from Miami International Airport: From the airport exit, take NW 21st St and turn right onto LeJeune Rd south. Take ramp onto 836 East. Continue on I-395 East and then onto MacArthur Causeway which flows onto Fifth St. Follow Fifth St to Collins Ave and turn left onto Collins. Proceed 12 blocks to the hotel.

Taxis, rental cars, and shuttle vans are the most common ways used to get from the airport to the hotel and back. Transportation options are available on the ground level of the airport terminal, outside the baggage claim area. SuperShuttle to hotel: $16–$25. There is a flat-rate taxi fare to the hotel from MIA: $26–$35. Car rentals are available on this Web site: more than $36. Rates are subject to change without advanced notice.

Getting around: Walking is a popular way to navigate the South Beach area. The hotel is close to shopping, restaurants, and ocean beaches. There are also many South Beach tourist attractions within walking distance of the hotel, like the Art Deco Historic District and the Jackie Gleason Theater. Taxis provide an easy way to get around the Miami Beach area and points in Miami: less than $5 per mile. Public buses and the Electrowave Shuttle service tourist areas in South Beach: less than $5. Although driving is convenient, street parking can sometimes be hard to find.

Amenity highlights: The hotel has direct beach access, and freshwater fans enjoy the outdoor pool. There's an outdoor bar for drinks and snacks, and poolside massages by courteous staff. A restaurant provides indoor/outdoor seating and light tropical cuisine for all three meals.

Insider tip: The Surfcomber is a popular spot for photo and TV filming. On any given day, guests are likely to see an MTV or commercial shoot in the pool area.