As holiday destinations go Miami is right up there with the hippest of them. A vibrant epicentre for commerce, finance, international trade, culture, sport, media, entertainment and the arts it has enjoyed a leading role in the consciousness of the world ever since Miami Vice burst onto our television screens.

A cosmopolitan and multicultural metropolis , Miami is blessed with tropical beaches and some areas of real natural beauty. It also has a reputation as a real party city for the rich and beautiful with Miami’s Art Deco district of South Beach being their playground of choice. A major gay and lesbian destination the city’s diverse ethnic fabric lends itself to some fantastic gastronomic experiences.

Between them Miami and Miami Beach have well over 300 hotels on our network. If you are looking to book a hotel in this wonderful part of Florida these Ten Miami Hotel Reservations You Really Ought To Make are well worth looking at.

(Prices listed are correct as of 07/04/12. All Guest Review ratings are out of 10.)

5-Star Hotels

Located right on the beach the Ritz-Carlton South Beach offers guests easy access and great views of the sand as well as a stunning pool and great service. Rated at an average of 8.6 by 320 verified guest reviewers this hotel also has a golf course onsite. Currently you can book a hotel room here from $271 p/n.

Nestled in the heart of the Art Deco district the Loews Miami Beach Hotel has a stunning pool, great views of the city and a close proximity to the beach. Rated at an average of 9.0 by 107 verified guest reviewers the hotel contains 788 luxury guestrooms with signature bedding, linens and toiletries. Prices currently listed from $194 p/n.

Close to the city centre The Setai on Collins Avenue features luxury guestrooms, multiple dining options and three azure swimming pools. Rated 9.2 from 13 verified guest reviewers the hotel offers excellent service and a range of amenities that include a Jacuzzi, sauna and massage services. Prices currently listed from $499.

4-Star Hotels

A family-friendly property located in Miami Beach’s South Beach neighbourhood, the Angler’s Boutique Resort on Washington Avenue is a fantastic boutique hotel that offers superb dining and excellent service. Rating at an average of 9.5 by 211 guests who have stayed there the hotel has 49 guestrooms as well as a range of amenities that include an outdoor pool, full service spa and beauty service. Prices currently listed from $188 p/n.

Just 4.2km from downtown Miami the EPIC Hotel is a very modern establishment with a stunning swimming pool and superb dining. Rated on average 9.3 from 400 guest reviewers the hotel is a great choice of business hotel as well as being a good option for those attending cultural, sporting or musical events. Prices currently listed from $200 p/n.

Offering a stunning waterfront location which can be enjoyed from its large balconies the Crowne Plaza South Beach – Z Ocean Hotel has a great setting and excellent service. Rated on average 9.0 by 137 verified guest reviewers the hotel is within easy walking distance of the Lincoln Road Mall.  Currently prices are listed from $225 p/n.

3-Star Hotels (or below)

If you are looking for an excellent location, right near the beach from a hotel that offers excellent service then the Jetset Franklin Apartments Miami Beach is for you. Given an average rating of 9.5 by 67 verified guests the hotel offers excellent facilities from prices that currently start from $164 p/n.

Close to South Beach, Cadet Hotel is another property that offers excellent service and convenient access to the sand. An Art Deco Hotel this property which has been rated on average 8.7 by 121 verified guest reviewers has 37 charming guestrooms. Prices currently start from $203 p/n.

Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Miami, the Hyatt House Miami Airport offers large rooms, free internet and a tasty breakfast. Rated on average 8.9 by 406 verified guest reviewers the hotel which features a 24 hour market is close to the Miami Metro Zoo and the museum district. Prices currently start from $94 p/n.

And the best….

Considered a ‘Fantastic’ hotel by 77 verified guest reviewers who gave it an average rating of 9.6 the King & Grove Tides is a luxury property located across from Lummus Park and the beach, in the heart of the Art Deco district. With 45 wonderfully furnished suites all offering panoramic ocean views the hotel also offers a complimentary full-service gym, outdoor pool with intimate private cabanas and poolside dining. Prices currently start from $281 p/n.