Art Basel 2009 at the South Beach Group Hotels

Art Basel Miami Beach is the most important art show in the United States, a cultural and social highlight for the Americas. Art Basel combines a global selection of over 250 leading galleries and 2000 artists with exhibitions, parties and crossover events. The show is essential for art enthusiasts to discover new developments in contemporary art and experience museum-caliber artwork.

Coinciding with Art Basel Miami Beach is the Verge Art Fair. Verge is an international platform for the most exciting and interesting emerging art forms. The Catalina Hotel is converted into a gallery to host the Verge Art Fair.

South Beach Group Hotels are conveniently located near the Convention Center and the parallel fairs. Stay in the midst of Art Basel 2009 and Verge Art Fair, book packages now!

For questions regarding packages, please call us: 1- 877- 762 - 3477.

Special Events:

Dec 1: 3pm to 10pm -- Design Miami / Collector’s Preview & Vernissage
Dec 1: 7pm to 9pm -- MOCA Reception, hosted by Bonnie Clearwater
Dec 2: 6pm to 9pm -- Miami Beach Convention Center, Art Galleries, Art Nova, Art Positions, Art Kabinett Vernissage
Dec 2: 7pm to Midnight -- Oceanfront Opening Night, FREE to the Public
Dec 3 to 6 : Daily noon to 8pm; last day until 6pm -- Public Show Days: Miami Beach Convention Center
Dec 3 to 6 : 9am to noon -- Wynwood Art District Tour
Dec 3 to 6 : 6pm to 11pm -- Opening Night Art Positions & Concert
Dec 3 to 6 : 7pm to 10pm -- Niche Media soiree & private installation
Dec 4 : 6pm to 9pm -- Irreversible & Metropole South Beach present GIANTS in the City the unique works of artist/curator Alejandro Mendoza – with Latin Grammy jazz piano nominee Michelle Fragoso
Dec 5 : 6:30pm to 1am -- MAM Ball, Annual fundraising event Miami Art Museum
Dec 5 : 7pm to 10pm -- Whitelaw Hotel & Lounge present Ed King Pop Art and the soulful sounds of Juanita Marie Franklin

If staying less then 3 nights, book here

Catalina Hotel & Beach Club: From $269, just a block from the Convention Center

Three night package includes welcome bottle of champagne, dinner for two at Kung Fu Kitchen, breakfast for two daily, complimentary cocktails nightly from 7pm to 8pm, Zoom Art Viewer – Book Now at just $319 a night -- Without all the extras as listed above – Stand alone rate is $269, Book Now

Riviera South Beach: One Bedroom suites from $319, next to the Convention Center

Three night package includes welcome bottle of champagne, dinner for two at Kung Fu Kitchen, breakfast for two daily, complimentary cocktails nightly from 7pm to 8pm, Zoom Art Viewer – Book Now at just $349 a night -- Stand alone rate is $319, Book Now

Chesterfield Hotel, Suites & Day Spa

Chesterfield Hotel, Suites & Day Spa: From $209 – Steps from the Beach

Three night package includes welcome bottle of wine, dinner for two at I Love Sushi, complimentary cocktails nightly from 7pm to 8pm, Zoom Art Viewer. – Book Now at just $229 a night -- Stand alone rate is $209, Book Now

Metropole Hotel South Beach: One bedroom suites from $269 and Two bedroom suites from $469, Next to Ocean Drive & Shopping District -- True South Beach experience

Three night package includes welcome bottle of wine with cheese basket-wine refreshed daily, breakfast in bed, meet the artist VIP reception, complimentary cocktails nightly from 7pm to 8pm, Zoom Art Viewer – Book Now at just $299 a night -- Without all the extras as listed above – Stand alone rate is $269, Book Now

Metropole South Beach

Hotel Chelsea

Hotel Chelsea: From $229 – On Washington Avenue in the Center of the Club District

Three night package includes welcome bottle of wine, dinner for two at Chelsea Hotel, breakfast daily, complimentary cocktails nightly from 7pm to 8pm, Zoom Art Viewer – Book Now at just $269 a night -- Without all the extras as listed above – Stand alone rate is $229, Book Now

Whitelaw Hotel: From $229 – South Beach's hippest, chicest boutique hotel

Three night package includes welcome bottle of wine with cheese basket-wine refreshed daily, breakfast in bed, meet the artist VIP reception, complimentary cocktails nightly from 7pm to 8pm, Zoom Art Viewer– Book Now at just $269 a night -- Without all the extras as listed above – Stand alone rate is $229, Book Now

Whitelaw Hotel

Hotel Shelley

Hotel Shelley: Just $159, no minimum stays required – The Shelley is steps from the beach and Lumus Park.
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Simple, comfortable rooms at the Hotel Shelley feature uncomplicated - minimalist designs in light woods with marble baths. The relaxed ambiance is for casual traveler who looking for location not attitude.