The Intercontinental Hotel is on the southern end of Bayfront Park, a five-minute walk from the amphitheater. This upscale hotel provides views of Biscayne Bay from the rooms and suites on its southeastern side. On-site dining is available at Indigo Restaurant, which serves French and Chilean cuisine. Massages and 10 body treatment rooms are offered at hotel's spa. The hotel is a 10-minute walk from the Gusman Center for the Performing Arts, which hosts live theater and music concerts.
The Continental Downtown Bayside Hotel, located on Biscayne Boulevard, is a five-minute walk from Bayside Park, making it one of the closest hotels to the Amphitheater. This hotel is one of the least expensive hotels in downtown Miami with rooms at $92 per night as of winter 2010. Hotel features are a fitness room and board room for meetings. The Port of Miami is a five-minute drive from the hotel, convenient for cruise passengers who need to spend the night in Miami. The hotel provides shuttle transportation to the Port of Miami for an extra fee.
Situated on Brickell Key, the Asian-influenced Mandarin Oriental hotel is a bayfront accommodation less than 15 minutes from the Bayfront Park Amphitheater. All of the hotel's suites have panoramic views of the Miami skyline and Biscayne Bay; one-, two- and three-bedroom suites are available. Asian cuisine is served at both of the hotel's restaurants, Azur -- a fine-dining establishment -- and Cafe Sumbal -- an outdoor sushi bar. Brickell Key Park is a short walk from the hotel and provides picnic areas and paths overlooking the bay.
Bayfront Park Amphitheater is a five-minute drive from the Miami Sun Hotel, located in the entertainment district of downtown Miami. Nearby arts attractions include the Lyric Theater and Wallflower Gallery, both within five minutes of the hotel. The Miami Sun Hotel is a budget accommodation with a pink facade and history dating back to the 1920s. Hotel features include a convenience store and on-site restaurant, Cafe Progresso; this casual eatery serves American cuisine.
The River Park Hotel is on the southern end of downtown Miami, adjacent to the James Knight International Center; this venue hosts rock concerts and Broadway musicals throughout the year. The hotel is a 10-minute drive from the Bayfront Park Amphitheater. Dining options within walking distance include Bijan's, Filling Station and Camila's. The River Park Hotel has an outdoor pool with sun deck, fitness room and valet parking for an extra fee. Some rooms provide views of the Miami River.