Visitors to Miami, Florida can choose from hotels in virtually all parts of the city. There are hotels near the airport, downtown, in and around the popular Coconut Grove area and more. The hotels range from simple accommodations for budget-conscious travelers to luxurious, five-star hotels for people looking for a little extravagance. In the middle are a variety of other hotels appealing to business travelers, families and other travelers. Booking a hotel in Miami is easy, and even same-day bookings are possible. Travelers to Miami can check the official website for the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau for a listing of hotels.
Call the hotel directly. A front-desk clerk or in-house reservationist will take your reservation over the phone--or transfer your call to a central reservations office. You also have the option to call the toll-free number directly. Most Miami hotels require a credit card or debt card to hold your room, but some will book the room without one. Give the clerk or reservations agent your name and address and the dates of your requested stay. Be sure to ask about the hotel's cancellation policies to avoid being charged if your plans change.
Reserve a hotel in Miami by using a travel agent. Find a travel agent by visiting the website for the American Society of Travel Agents. Search the database for a travel agency in Miami (see Resources). A travel agent living and working in Miami may have more knowledge about the local hotel scene than an outsider.
Book a hotel room in Miami through an online travel site. Follow the instructions on the travel site to enter your booking information, including your name and address and credit or debit card information. The Miami Visitors and Convention Bureau has its an online site for booking some hotels in the city. You can also go to VisitFlorida.com, an official tourism marketing site for the state of Florida.
