Things to do near Faena Miami Beach: beach, boardwalk and cultural stops
Faena Miami Beach sits on Collins Avenue with direct beach access and immediate access to the Miami Beach Boardwalk; you can spend time on the sand and the boardwalk, relax by temperature-controlled pools and enjoy on-site cultural venues like Faena Forum and Faena Theater. Nearby cultural stops, dining, and the hotel’s Tierra Santa Healing House spa are all on the property or a short walk away.
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Beach and Miami Beach Boardwalk
Faena Miami Beach provides direct access to the oceanfront and reserves chaise lounges, umbrellas, and towel service for registered guests as part of the daily resort fee. The public beach itself is accessible to everyone, but pool loungers and beach chairs are for hotel guests.
The Miami Beach Boardwalk runs along the oceanfront near the hotel and is an easy, mostly flat route for walking, jogging, or biking. Use the boardwalk for sunrise walks or to reach neighboring beaches on foot.
- What’s included: chaise lounges, umbrellas and towel service (resort fee inclusion).
- Beach access: public shoreline but guest-only loungers and cabanas.
- Boardwalk use: walking, running, biking — suitable for all ages.
| Tip | What to bring |
|---|---|
| Boardwalk stroll | Comfortable shoes, sun protection, water bottle |
| Beach day | Swimsuit, reef-safe sunscreen, ID for chair access |
| Sunrise jog | Light layers, phone, small towel |
Pools, Cabanas and Outdoor Lounges
Faena’s outdoor collection includes multiple temperature-controlled pools overlooking the beach: a lap pool, a family pool, a central pool, plus a hot tub. Pool and poolside amenities are reserved for registered hotel guests.
A daily resort fee covers pool access and pool/beach chaise lounges, umbrellas and towel service; non-guests sometimes buy day passes through third parties, which can include cabana options.
- Pools: lap pool, family pool, central pool, hot tub (temperature-controlled).
- Pool access: for registered hotel guests; day passes may be available via third-party sellers.
- Adults-only note: the hotel's 'Standard' pool/area is designated adults-only, while other pool spaces are family-friendly.
| Pool type | Who it suits |
|---|---|
| Lap pool | Guests wanting laps and quiet exercise |
| Family pool | Families and children |
| Central pool | General lounging and social pool time |
Dining and Nightlife on Property
Faena Miami Beach has several distinct dining venues on site, from poolside breakfast to intimate omakase and open-fire Argentine cooking. Dress codes for many dinner venues are 'Elegant Chic' or Business Casual for El Secreto Omakase.
Late-night music and cocktails are available at The Living Room and Saxony Bar; the property also offers live-music programming at some restaurants and rotating DJ sets.
- Veranda — breakfast with pool and ocean views (open mornings).
- Los Fuegos by Francis Mallmann — open-fire Argentine menu, breakfast through dinner service.
- Pao by Paul Qui — Modern Asian in a domed dining room; live music on Fridays and Saturdays.
- El Secreto Omakase — six-seat nightly omakase (reservations and full payment required).
- The Living Room — late-night jazz and cocktails; Vinyl Tuesdays.
- Saxony Bar — speakeasy-style late-night cocktails and DJ sets.
| Venue | Typical service hours |
|---|---|
| Veranda | Breakfast (morning) |
| Pao by Paul Qui | Dinner (Tue–Sat evenings) |
| El Secreto Omakase | Dinner seatings (Tue–Sat; two seatings) |
Spa, Fitness and Wellness
Tierra Santa Healing House is Faena’s on-site spa and wellness complex on the third floor, offering signature 'Unique Healing Arts', wet-spa rituals and a large Hammam. Spa hours are available daily, with extended hours Monday–Saturday and earlier closing on Sunday.
The oceanfront Fitness Center is located within Tierra Santa and offers daily indoor and outdoor classes; complimentary access to the fitness center and wet spa amenities is included in the daily resort fee for registered guests.
- Spa name: Tierra Santa Healing House (on-site).
- Spa hours: typically 9:00 AM–9:00 PM Mon–Sat, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM Sun.
- Fitness Center hours: generally 6:00 AM–9:00 PM daily.
- Signature spa offerings: shaman-inspired therapies, Pranic Healing, wet-spa body rituals, IV therapy and advanced facials.
| Facility | Access |
|---|---|
| Tierra Santa Healing House (spa) | Included wet-spa access for registered guests (resort fee) |
| Fitness Center | Complimentary access for registered guests (resort fee) |
| In-room spa rituals | Available exclusively to hotel guests |
Cultural Stops: Faena Forum, Faena Theater and Nearby Museums
The hotel is adjacent to Faena Forum, a multidisciplinary cultural space designed by OMA that hosts exhibitions and performances; Faena Theater is a separate gold-leaf, red-velvet performance space on the property. These venues host scheduled cultural programming — check event calendars for showtimes and tickets.
Other nearby cultural attractions include small museums and contemporary art spaces within a short walk; confirm opening hours and ticketing with each venue before you go.
- Faena Forum — large multidisciplinary event space and exhibition venue.
- Faena Theater — opera-house-style theater used for performances and events.
- Nearby museums — several small contemporary and immersive museums are located on or near Collins Avenue.
| Venue | Type |
|---|---|
| Faena Forum | Exhibition & performance space |
| Faena Theater | Theater for concerts, shows and events |
| Local small museums | Contemporary and immersive exhibits |
Family Activities and Practical Notes
Faena welcomes children and offers a kids' program and babysitting/childcare services for an additional surcharge; the property also provides family-friendly pool areas separate from the adults-only 'Standard' pool. Check with the front desk for scheduling and fees.
The hotel’s resort fee includes in-room and property-wide WiFi, a welcome beverage, house-car access on a first-come, first-served basis, and pool and fitness access. Guests must show photo ID and a credit card at check-in; the front desk is open 24 hours.
- Children: kids' program and babysitting/childcare available (surcharge).
- Resort fee inclusions: pool/beach chaise lounges, umbrella and towel service; fitness and wet-spa access; in-room WiFi; welcome beverage; house-car (first-come basis).
- Front desk: 24-hour service; check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 12:00 PM (noon).
- Pet policy: pets up to 25 lbs may be accepted with a non-refundable deposit and nightly fee (ask reservations for current terms).
| Practical item | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Check-in / Check-out | Check-in from 4:00 PM; check-out by 12:00 PM (noon) |
| Front desk | Open 24 hours |
| WiFi | Included in resort fee |
