miami | ur kind of place.

give the maid the week off and make sure your plants are watered; a little local vacay is in the works. your desto? hip new hotel urbano.

boutique hotels have always held a fascination for you, each with their unique spin on the perfect home away from home. urbano is no different. the three-story space is intimate and personable, featuring comfy guest rooms with walk-in showers, private balconies and enviable waterfront views. take in a meal indoors or al fresco at the hotel's miami restaurant (a fusion of regional and cuban flavors by exec chef anthony velazquez), highlighted by fresh seafood selections and specialty, crafted cocktails. nearby is the pool, a virtual metropolitan oasis, complete with private cabanas and a fire pit for those occasional chilly nights. another feature that makes this quite the destination spot is urbano's involvment in the art scene. partnering with the design district's art fusion galleries, the hotel will be playing host to a series of rotating exhibits and events featuring area artists.

maybe there's no place like home, but some places get pretty close. the hotel urbano. 2500 brickell avenue. between 25th and 26th. 305.854.2070. now open. www.hotelurbano.com