b'reassurance of the highest quality standards and benefits of an award-winning customer loyalty program. Found between the hustle of South Beach and the bustle of Miamis hip art districts, The Confidante is a nostalgic and playful celebration of its retro-glam roots only 9 miles from Miami International airport. Each of our 354 rooms features views of the Atlantic Ocean or Miami skyline designed as a classic mid-century modern retreat inspired by the vibrant glamour of Miami Beach in the 1950s. On your downtime, revel in the hotels cool dining and cocktail scene at Ambersweet, paying homage to lavishness of the heyday of Miami Beach with present-day indulgences, or relax in The Backyard featuring al fresco dining with creative casual cuisine and specialty cocktails, before exploring the Hotels rotating local art exhibityoure here, theres a whole lot of historyits equally opulent neighbors that line the around the property. backing you up. South Beach strip. A stroll through the lobby El Paseo Hotel Fontainebleau Miami Beachreveals a first glimpse of the 40s replica, 405 Espaola Wayrich with deep wooden-hued floors and Miami Beach FL, 33139 4441 Collins Avepanels of imported oak. A balance of light Miami Beach, FL 33139 pours from classic chandeliers and 40s Located right on Espaola Way, a charmingSituated on oceanfront Collins Avenue in thesconces, along with natural sunlight outlined Mediterranean style promenade, this hotelheart of Millionaires Row, Fontainebleauby white marble window frames. Art Deco-offers beautifully styled rooms and suites,Miami Beach is one of the most historicallyinspired loungers transport company back to steps from the beach, quaint boutiques,and architecturally significant hotelsa famous era, which continues to translate sidewalk cafes, and a vibrant food andon Miami Beach. Its iconic design is athroughout. A total of 87 guest rooms nightlife scene. The five three-story villasspectacular blend of Miamis glamorousconvey the subtle, yet lavish boutique appeal that are El Paseo Hotel have always been agolden era and stylish modern luxury.of the Gale Hotel. Designed to cater to every bohemians dream. Originally built in 1925A revered Miami Beach landmark fortype of retreat, from overnight to extended as apartment buildings in the Mediterraneanmore than half a century, Morris Lapidusvacation, guest rooms vary in size, while Revival style, this Miami Beach hotel onemblematic curvilinear building sets a newstill maintaining mutual design themes and Espaola Way features elements of Spanish,standard for business and pleasure. Theelements. Bedroom walls are clad in a black Moroccan, Italian, and French architecture,22-acre oceanfront Miami Beach hotelphoto frame collage depicting the splendor including tile roofs, rounded archways, andfeatures signature restaurants by award- of the 40s. Cozy beds and modish furniture charming balconies. Not surprisingly, itswinning chefs, a world-renowned chicare the main focus of the lengthy room, soulful style appealed to Cuban artists whonightlife venue, a two-story spa, a virtuallylaced with Italian accents, marble bathroom came to live here in the 1950s and 60s.endless pool scape, miles of pristine beach,appointments, Menin Hospitalitys signature For 25 years, the building was known asand state-of-the-art conference and eventGUYandGIRL amenities, and state-of-the-art the Espaola Way Art Center, housing suchfacilities. technology. A stay in the Signature Terrace notable artists as Kenny Scharf, Miralda, andor Signature Grande suites extends elegance Craig Coleman. Gale Hoteloutdoors onto a private balcony that views Today, El Paseo Hotel is a charming boutique1690 Collins Avenuethe essence of South Beach, from the ocean hotel that still exudes its historic Latin vibe.Miami Beach, FL 33139 sunrise each morning to the colorful skyline Some rooms and suites have full-serviceNestled near the burgeoning Lincoln Roadeach night.kitchens, giving guests an authentic Miamiand the spectacular Atlantic Ocean, the Beach pied-a-terre experience. If you feel theawakening of the Gale South Beach & need to pick up a pen or paintbrush whileRegent Hotel promises grandeur amongContinued on page 20AAP Periospectives| 19'