The Betsy Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in FL, United States, hosting 210 at dinner and 360 at the ceremony, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$42,000 (our estimate), reached from Miami International Airport (MIA), 20-30 minutes. Best months: January, February, March, November.

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The Betsy Hotel

Built in 1926 as a Mediterranean Revival mansion, The Betsy Hotel on Ocean Drive has been meticulously restored into a luxury five-story property that honors its Art Deco heritage while offering modern wedding amenities.

Guests
210 at dinner · 360 at the ceremony
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Rooms
130 rooms
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Cost
About US$42,000 for 80 guests
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Ceremony
Outdoor ceremonies
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Season
Best weather Jan–Mar
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Getting there
MIA · about 30 min by car
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About The Betsy Hotel

Built in 1926 as a Mediterranean Revival mansion, The Betsy Hotel on Ocean Drive has been meticulously restored into a luxury five-story property that honors its Art Deco heritage while offering modern wedding amenities.

This historic landmark features original architectural details alongside contemporary design, providing couples with an oceanfront venue steeped in Miami Beach's golden age.

The hotel's combination of beachfront access, on-site accommodations for 80 rooms, and versatile event spaces makes it a distinctive destination wedding location.

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

Capacity

Seated dinner
210 guests
Standing reception
600 guests
Ceremony, seated
360 guests

Staying over

Rooms
130 rooms
Room types
15 listed
Whole property to yourselves
Yes

The ceremony

Outdoor ceremony
Yes
Indoor option if it rains
Yes

Money

A wedding for 80 guests
About US$42,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
Price
US$180 to US$300 per head
Included
Catering, drinks, furniture and rooms

House rules

Music until
10pm for outdoor events with music
Planner required
Yes
Pets
Yes
Children
Yes

Getting there

Nearest airport
MIA, 30 min by carAisle estimate
Parking
Yes

The spaces

Event spaces
Banquet room
Reception indoors
Yes
Reception outdoors
Yes
Indoors or out
Both
Setting
Coastal, restored, elegant

The place

Swimming pool
Yes
Sea view
Yes
Beach on foot
Yes
Historic building
Yes

Food and drink

In-house catering
Yes
Outside caterers allowed
No
Dietary options
Vegan, gluten-free, kosher and allergies
Bring your own wine
Yes
Bar on site
Yes

Venue highlights

  • Built in 1926 and fully restored to preserve original Mediterranean Revival and Art Deco architectural details
  • 80 on-site guest rooms including suites, allowing wedding parties to host events and accommodations in one location
  • Direct beachfront access on Ocean Drive with Atlantic Ocean views for ceremonies and cocktail receptions
  • Multiple event spaces including rooftop terrace, garden courtyard, and indoor galleries accommodating 20-150 guests

Best weather to marry

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A sample wedding weekend

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Friday Afternoon · day 01
  • 3:00 PMGuest arrival; room check-in and welcome reception in courtyard
Friday Evening · day 02
  • 6:30 PMRehearsal on beachfront lawn or selected ceremony venue
Saturday Morning · day 03
  • 9:00 AMBridal preparation and photography in hotel suites

Costs and booking details

Getting there
MIA · about 30 min by carAisle estimate

Guests fly into Miami International Airport.

Weather window
January – March

The months the weather is kindest, with November mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.

Direct line
(866) 792-3879

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Questions about the venue

What is the capacity range for wedding events?
The Betsy Hotel accommodates weddings from intimate gatherings of 20 guests to celebrations of up to 150 people across various indoor and outdoor venues.
Are guest rooms available for wedding parties?
Yes. The hotel features 80 rooms including standard rooms and suites, with group rates typically offered for wedding guests booking multiple nights.
What outdoor ceremony options exist?
Couples can exchange vows on the beachfront lawn with Atlantic Ocean backdrop, in the garden courtyard, or on the rooftop terrace with skyline views.
Does the venue provide catering services?
The Betsy Hotel works with select catering partners and can accommodate outside catering upon request. Contact the events team for details on food and beverage packages.
What is the historical significance of the building?
Originally constructed in 1926 as a Mediterranean Revival mansion, the property is a historic Miami Beach landmark that has been carefully restored to preserve its original architectural character.
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  • Seated dinner: 210 guests

    “ATRIUM 3,000 82’ x 36‘ n/a 600 210 360 200 60 100 90”
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  • Standing reception: 600 guests

    “* Max Capacity: 600”
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  • Ceremony, seated: 360 guests

    “ATRIUM 3,000 82’ x 36‘ n/a 600 210 360 200 60 100 90”
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  • Rooms: 130 rooms

    “Inside, you’ll discover everything you’d expect from a luxury boutique hotel — 130 well-appointed rooms and suites, thoughtful amenities, extraordinary service, a storied chef guiding the kitchens— and some things you might not, like a beloved gathering place for arts and culture, a curated events program ranging from Library Socials to nightly live jazz, a royal welcome for four-legged friends, and the individual attention of a family-owned hotel.”
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  • Room types: 15 listed

    “King Room”
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  • Whole property to yourselves: Yes

    “The Betsy’s intimate size makes it an ideal destination for groups that value individual attention— intimate enough to book in its entirety for a beachfront-villa experience like no other.”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “From intimate rehearsal dinners in the sultry, subterranean B Bar to sunset ceremonies on the Skyline Deck, The Betsy – one of Brides Magazine’s “10 Best Beach Wedding Venues in Miami” – excels at stylish, sophisticated weddings distinguished by vintage glamor, timeless elegance, and an inclusive spirit.”
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  • Indoor option if it rains: Yes

    “In case of inclement weather, an indoor option is discussed in advance or tenting can be coordinated through the Catering Department.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “LT Steak & Seafood caters all events at The Betsy-South Beach.”
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  • Outside caterers allowed: No

    “We do not allow outside food and beverage to be served.”
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  • Dietary options: Vegan, gluten-free, kosher and allergies

    “Menus can be customized as requested and special dietary needs such as allergies, vegan, gluten-free, and kosher is handled through the Catering Department.”
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  • Bring your own wine: Yes

    “All beverages must be purchased through the Hotel unless a corkage charge has been pre-arranged through the Catering Department.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “Other amenities include two restaurants by famed Chef Laurent Tourondel, private beach service, 24-hour Fitness Center with Peloton Bikes, Spa Services, Lobby and Pool Bars, Property and Room Libraries, and the Carlton Room featuring a Coffee Shop.”
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  • Price: US$180 to US$300 per head

    “VEGETARIAN / VEGAN - $180”
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  • Included: Catering, drinks, furniture and rooms

    “› One hour of passed hors d’oeuvres › Dinner service with a plated or buffet menu › Four hours of Super Premium Open Bar Package › Sparkling wine toast › Coffee & tea service with dessert › Your choice of solid colored linens, napkins, & chairs › Classic hotel china, silverware, & glassware › Menu tasting for up to four people › Complimentary 1 night suite for the wedding couple”
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  • Music until: 10pm for outdoor events with music

    “All outdoor events with music must end by 10pm to comply with the City of Miami Beach Noise Ordinance.”
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  • Planner required: Yes

    “Yes, a wedding planner/coordinator is required to handle all weddings booked at The Betsy-South Beach.”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “Yes, pets are allowed.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “Meals for children under 12 years of age are available at 50% the menu price.”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “Valet parking is available at a rate of $20 per car during the day and $45 per car for overnight.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Events can move indoors to continue the festivities as the noise and volume are confined.”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “From a welcome brunch on the Ocean Front Deck to a closing party in the Atrium, our catering program brings you the exceptional cuisine and service of our restaurants, tailored to your event and executed with panache, professionalism, and precision.”
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  • Indoors or out: Both

    “One of our most flexible spaces, this open-air venue is perfect for customizing your large scale event with the option for tenting.”
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  • Setting: Coastal, restored, elegant

    “Beachfront”
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  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “Two Pools”
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  • Sea view: Yes

    “A limited number of Classic King Rooms and Classic Double Rooms, all Royal Suites offer views of Lummus Park and the Atlantic Ocean.”
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  • Beach on foot: Yes

    “Direct Beach Access”
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  • Historic building: Yes

    “The Betsy Ross Hotel is added to the State Registry of Historic Places.”
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