Planning a honeymoon at Novotel Miami Brickell: what to expect
Novotel Miami Brickell is a 4-star, family-friendly hotel in Brickell with a 12th-floor rooftop infinity pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and on-site dining at UVA Restaurant & Lounge and Vista Rooftop Bar. Expect modern rooms (including Superior Room types, Executive Suite, and Suite, Bay View), complimentary Wi‑Fi, and easy access to Brickell’s shops and transit options.
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Location and getting around
Novotel Miami Brickell sits at 1500 SW 1st Avenue in Miami’s Brickell district, adjacent to Simpson Park and within easy walking access to Brickell City Centre and Mary Brickell Village.
The hotel is a short walk from the Brickell Metromover station, which provides free people‑mover service around Downtown Miami and Brickell. City trolleys and rideshares are commonly used for longer trips.
- Address: 1500 SW 1st Avenue, Miami, FL 33129
- Walk to: Brickell City Centre and Mary Brickell Village
- Public transit: free Metromover nearby
Rooms and suites — what to pick for a honeymoon
Room choices include several Superior Room configurations, Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom options, and a Suite, Bay View. If you want skyline or bay views, look for the Superior Room, Bay View or the Suite, Bay View; for more living space, consider an Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom or Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom (city-view options are available).
All guest rooms have air conditioning, a minibar and an in-room safe, and the hotel lists 275 rooms overall.
- Superior Room, 1 King Bed (City and Park view) — single king or two queens in some Superior types
- Superior Room, Bay View — bay-facing option (323 sq. ft.)
- Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom and Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View — larger suites with king beds
- Suite, Bay View — suite with bay views
| Room name | View / characteristic | Typical bed |
|---|---|---|
| Superior Room, Bay View | Bay view, 323 sq. ft. | 2 Queen Beds |
| Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom (534 sq. ft. / Bay View / 4 Guests) | Bay view, larger living area | 1 King Bed |
| Suite, Bay View | Suite with bay views | 1 King Bed |
Rooftop pool, bars and dining
The hotel’s 12th-floor rooftop features an infinity pool with lounge seating, complimentary cabanas and towels, plus the Vista Rooftop Bar serving cocktails and small plates alongside poolside bites.
UVA Restaurant & Lounge provides all-day dining with breakfast, lunch and dinner menus; the hotel also offers in-room dining during published hours.
- Rooftop pool: 12th-floor infinity pool with sofas and skyline/Biscayne Bay views
- Vista Rooftop Bar hours: typically 10:30 AM–10:00 PM (Thu–Sat to 12:00 AM); accepts OpenTable reservations
- UVA Restaurant & Lounge hours: breakfast 6:30–10:30 AM; lunch 12:00–3:00 PM; dinner 5:30–9:00 PM
Wellness, services and practical details
The hotel has a 24-hour fitness center with cardio machines and weights; there is no dedicated, named on-site spa. Complimentary Wi‑Fi is available throughout the property.
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM (the check-in window extends to 1:00 AM) and check-out is at 12:00 PM (noon). The primary guest checking in must be at least 21 and will be asked for photo ID and a credit card at arrival.
- Fitness: 24-hour gym with cardio and weight equipment
- Wi‑Fi: complimentary throughout the hotel
- Check-in/check-out: check-in from 3:00 PM, check-out at 12:00 PM
- ID & payment: photo ID and credit card required at check-in
Honeymoon extras and event spaces
If you’re planning wedding-related events or a honeymoon stay with a celebration, the hotel has multiple event spaces. The Skyline Ballroom (12th floor) and Brickell Ballroom (ground floor) can host ceremonies and receptions, and the Rooftop Pool Deck can be reserved for outdoor events.
For a private honeymoon dinner, ask about reserving a table at UVA Restaurant & Lounge or a semi-private spot on the Vista Rooftop Bar; both venues accept reservations through OpenTable.
- Skyline Ballroom: 12th-floor space with floor-to-ceiling windows (various capacities depending on setup)
- Brickell Ballroom: ground-floor ballroom with high ceilings and divisible function rooms (Optimism, Persistence, Passion, Drive)
- Rooftop Pool Deck: 12th-story outdoor event space with infinity pool; can be booked for private events
| Venue | Notable feature | Max listed capacity (per hotel materials) |
|---|---|---|
| Skyline Ballroom | 12th-floor, floor-to-ceiling windows | Up to 200 for reception / 120 banquet (varies by layout) |
| Brickell Ballroom | Ground-floor with 18-foot ceilings, divisible | Up to 220 for receptions |
| Rooftop Pool Deck | Outdoor infinity pool and terrace | Up to 120 guests (hotel lists this capacity) |
Practical notes for honeymooners (kids, pets, parking and costs)
Novotel Miami Brickell welcomes families and children; however, the primary check-in guest must be at least 21. Children under 12 must be supervised at the pool and fitness facility. Rollaway beds and cribs are available on request.
The hotel is pet-friendly with a non-refundable pet fee for multi‑night stays and a two‑pet limit; on-site self‑parking is available for a fee with tiered hourly and daily rates. Breakfast is not automatically included in room rates.
- Children: free cribs available; rollaway extra beds cost USD 25.00 per night
- Pets: up to two pets per room, non‑refundable fee of $125 plus tax per 7 days, 40 lb limit
- Parking: on-site self-parking with tiered rates (no free parking); parking is not valet
- Breakfast: buffet breakfast is an additional charge (hotel lists an approximate extra per-person fee)
