The Delano Hotel in South Beach is great if you've got the £$£$£'s. It's spendy, but totally worth it.

Theres a great diner just down the road on Collins Avenue - Jerrys Famous Deli. If you're skint from the staying at the Delano, it's very reasonable and totally worth it

A cheaper option in South Beach would be The Catalina Hotel, which is pretty much right across the street from the Delano. Not nearly as fancy as the Delano but alright if you're just staying one night. They have a bus shuttle which can pick you up or drop you off at the airport. They're not directly on the beach but they do have a beach club. www.catalinahotel.com/ So you just have to grab a couple of towels, walk 2 blocks and you'll have lounge chairs waiting for you on the beach, if lounging on the beach is your thing. They also have complimentary bikes (with locks) on a first come first served basis, which is nice to get around quickly. I stayed there a couple of years ago so you might want check their website to confirm they still have all that happening. Maxine's Bistro right next door serves good breakfasts. I second UmBongo regarding Jerry's Famous Deli. I even spotted an Invader sticker on the emergency lights in the men's washroom! Speaking of frenchmen... La Sandwicherie is quite alright if you want to grab a quick bite on the cheap. www.lasandwicherie.com/ That's South Beach in a nut shell... If you want to see some murals and visit some art galleries then Wynwood is where it's at. I've never stayed in that neighbourhood though. A good starting point would be Wynwood Walls thewynwoodwalls.com/ The murals there are quite impressive. You could walk around that neighbourhood for hours. There's a slew of galleries and there's art everywhere you look. Have fun on your trip!

I always stay at the lowes on south beach- great location. Eating- the beer and burger joint, serendipity 3, five napkins , Cheesecake Factory in aventura mall!