Leslie Hotel

Leslie Hotel is a 35-room Art Deco boutique hotel at 1244 Ocean Drive in Miami Beach. It sits across the street from South Beach. The building dates to 1937 and was renovated in 2014, per the Greater Miami and Miami Beach visitor bureau listing. Its bright yellow facade and “Leslie” sign make it easy to spot on the strip. Guests book through the hotel’s own site or by phone at +1 (786) 476-2645.

What Sets Leslie Hotel Apart

Scale is the main draw. The hotel has 35 rooms in a low-rise building. Larger Collins Avenue resorts have hundreds. That keeps the lobby small and the pace slower.

The official photo gallery shows the yellow-and-white facade, a lobby lounge with marble-top tables and a rooftop terrace. The lobby has a checkerboard terrazzo floor and tall windows with sheer curtains.

The hotel lists three room categories: Leslie King, Leslie Queen and Leslie Ocean Suite. Starting rates on the hotel site were $220, $250 and $280 per night at the last check. Rates change by date, so confirm the current price when you book.

Rooftop Pool and On-Site Amenities

The hotel has a full-service rooftop pool terrace with a jacuzzi and ocean views. It is the hotel’s signature amenity. Guests can lounge on white daybeds under a yellow canopy. The terrace sits above street level.

The hotel also has a fully equipped gym. Free Wi-Fi covers the whole property. A 24-hour concierge handles requests. The visitor bureau lists a business center and beach towels and chairs for guests.

The restaurant on the ground floor is La Trattoria. The hotel says it serves breakfast, lunch, brunch and dinner. It welcomes hotel guests and outside diners. Some older directory pages still list a different restaurant name, so use the hotel’s own site for the current menu.

Dining at La Trattoria

La Trattoria is the hotel’s own restaurant. The hotel site lists breakfast service from 8 AM to 11:30 AM. It lists other service until midnight. Hours can change, so check the site before you plan a late dinner.

Eating downstairs saves a walk after a day on the sand. It also helps on arrival day when you want a quick meal near your room. For more choices, see the Ocean Drive and South Beach restaurants nearby.

The bureau listing calls the restaurant a Mediterranean spot with craft cocktails. It names the venue differently, so confirm the name and menu when you book.

Who Leslie Hotel Suits

This hotel suits travelers who want to walk out the door and onto Ocean Drive. Couples and friends traveling in pairs get the most from it. So do guests who like Art Deco architecture. The beach is across the street, and the pool terrace gives a quieter option.

It is a weaker fit for large groups. With 35 rooms, block bookings are limited. Guests who want a big meeting room or ballroom should look at a larger hotel. The hotel is also not a full resort with a spa or kids’ club. No spa or kids’ program appears among its listed amenities.

Planning a Stay: Fees, Parking and Access

Leslie Hotel does not charge a resort fee or mandatory amenity fee. That is a useful detail on a strip where many hotels add daily fees. Always check the final total at checkout before you pay.

Valet parking is available for guests arriving by car and is an optional service charged separately. The hotel does not publish a valet rate. Ask the front desk for the current price before you arrive. Street parking nearby is limited, so plan ahead if you drive.

Check-in and check-out times and the pet policy are not published on the hotel’s website. Call +1 (786) 476-2645 to confirm them before you travel. The phone line is staffed around the clock.

The hotel offers ADA-accessible rooms. The visitor bureau lists roll-in showers, grab bars and ramp access. Ask the hotel which room type fits your needs when you book.

Location and Nearby

1244 Ocean Drive puts you in the Ocean Drive Historic District. The beach is across the street. Pastel Art Deco hotels, sidewalk cafes and shops line the blocks nearby.

Guests without a car can walk to South Beach and its restaurants on foot. Ocean Drive is busy day and night. Rooms facing the street may pick up more noise than rooms facing away from it. Ask for a quieter room if that matters to you.

Choosing a Room

The three categories differ mainly by bed and space. The King is the entry point. The Queen costs a little more. The Ocean Suite is the top category and has the highest starting rate.

The gallery shows rooms with hardwood floors, tufted headboards and balcony doors. Ask the front desk which category has the view you want. The visitor bureau says the hotel has 35 rooms, including two suites.

Light sleepers should request a room away from Ocean Drive. Couples who want a view should ask about the suites. Solo travelers can book a King.

Honest Limitations

Leslie Hotel does not offer the amenity list of a large resort. There is one rooftop pool and no meeting space. The 1937 building also shapes room layouts. Rooms vary by category.

The hotel describes rooms by category instead of listing square footage. Guests who need a minimum room size should ask before booking. Confirm cancellation terms before you pay for a non-refundable rate.

Booking and Arrival

Book through the official site to see the room categories and current rates. You can also call the front desk. The hotel’s FAQ page explains the resort fee and valet policy.

Tell the front desk your arrival time ahead of your trip. A small hotel has fewer rooms to shuffle for early arrivals. If you land before midday, ask about luggage storage. The beach is a short walk away while you wait.