The North Miami Beach center is around 1 mile northwest of Oleta River State Park.
The state of Florida is known for being a place that people prefer in winter because of the hot summers, and North Miami Beach is no exception to that perception. Its hottest months are in June, July, and August with temperatures reaching close to 90 degrees Fahrenheit on a daily basis with no relief in sight until the end of September. The best months to visit are March, April, and May with temps that are in the high 70s and low 80s. Of course, everyone else flocks to Florida during this time, so be prepared to book a hotel room well in advance to guarantee yourself a place to stay.
Saving money on your vacation is never a bad idea, and discounts on rooms are the way to go when looking to get more out of your vacation dollar. The Ramada Fort Lauderdale Airport/Cruise Port has awesome discounts that help you save. You can get $8 off per night when you ask for the "$8 Off Rate" when booking and save $8 each night you stay at the hotel. And if you're a Wyndham Rewards Member, you can get 15 percent off your room if you book seven to 14 days in advance of your stay. You'll also get bonus points for an extra incentive to book early. You'll also get the Best Available Rate and bonus points if you're a member of the rewards club. Finally, if you're a member of an auto club like AAA, you can get a discount on your stay.
Another great choice for saving money on a hotel room is the Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport. The Sleep Inn has a variety of discounts on offer. There are AARP travel discounts and rates for seniors, discounted rates for business travelers, up to 10 percent off the room rate for a card carrying member of AAA, and rates for those who work for the government or are active military. Kids under 18 years of age stay for free. There's also an advance purchase rate of up to 20 percent off when you book your hotel room in advance.
It's understandable that you'd want to save money on your hotel room while on vacation. The idea is to have fun while you're in town. While these hotels are a short distance from North Miami Beach, they do offer a pleasant stay and are close to the area so you can still get to the areas you want to visit.
Hollywood Gateway Inn is one of those hotels that offers inexpensive rooms with reasonable services and is budget friendly. Room amenities include linens and towels and a shower stall in the bathroom, in-room telephone, wireless internet, a flat-screen TV with cable TV, refrigerator and microwave, and smoke-free rooms. There's also a free breakfast offered every morning and a pool with lounging area for those days you don't want to go to the beach.
Another hotel that gives great value for the dollar is Econo Lodge - Hollywood Hotel. The Econo Lodge offers a free shuttle to and from the airport, free coffee and breakfast daily. Free WiFi is available for guests. Rooms come with an in-room coffee maker, iron and ironing board, and the windows open for fresh air. Hang out at the outdoor heated pool or stretch out on the sun deck for some downtime. The Econo Lodge is part of the Choice hotel chain which means you can take advantage of offers and discounts to get the hotel rate even lower.
North Miami Beach is full of interesting and intriguing things to see and do. There's history in the form of buildings and museums, shopping, state parks, and of course, the beaches.
If you like history and shopping, you'll want to make your way to Antique Row which starts at 859 NE 125th St. Here you'll find antiques that are mostly geared to the well-heeled shopper, but no one's going to pressure you to buy. But you might find yourself looking at a piece of furniture that once graced the home of European royalty. You'll also want to stop at C. Madeleine's for designer resale at its finest. And if you're in the mood to look at art, head over to the Museum of Contemporary Art to check out the latest exhibition by an up-and-coming contemporary artist.
Disney doesn't have a presence in North Miami Beach, but you'll swear it does after you visit Enchanted Forest Park. This 22-acre park is full of native flora and fauna that you can view from foot or by horseback. The trail system takes you around the park and its beauty makes you wonder if you didn't step into a movie. And if you have the time, take out a kayak in Oleta River State Park. Paddle around the river that runs through the park or head over to Biscayne Bay to view the city from the water.
There's a lot to see and do in North Miami Beach and you're going to want to plan ahead so you can get to all of your destinations. Book a hotel room central to all you want to see and do so you save time and get as much in as possible.
Below are reviews of the city of North Miami Beach, FL from an actual visitor's perspective.
Very nice city.
Packing was okay.
Food!