Pool day passes in Miami

Miami's pool day pass scene runs the full spectrum, from a $40 entry-level pass at a South Beach boutique hotel to eight interconnected pools and beach access at the Fontainebleau. Seven hotels sit along Collins and Washington Avenues on South Beach; two more are on the mainland in Brickell and Coral Gables. The National Hotel's 205-foot adults-only infinity pool is a Miami Beach landmark, and the Standard Spa's thermal circuit makes it the strongest wellness option in the city.

Prices run from $40 to $150 for individuals. The Standard Spa has the sharpest weekday-to-weekend gap: $75 Monday through Thursday, $125 Friday through Sunday. The Ritz-Carlton charges $150 flat. Everything else falls between $50 and $80 for a standard adult day pass.

South Beach pools fill on summer weekends by midday. Book two to three days ahead from April through October. Midweek is generally available with same-day or next-day notice. The Biltmore in Coral Gables does not sell individual passes — cabana booking only.

• Moxy Miami South Beach — $40/adult. Most affordable South Beach pool with food discount included.
• National Hotel Miami Beach — $50 + tax. The longest pool on Miami Beach, adults-only.
• The Goodtime Hotel — From $50. Two pools plus beach access; lively weekend DJ sets.
• The Sagamore Hotel South Beach — $80/adult. Heated pool, beach loungers, bike rentals, calm atmosphere.
• The Standard Spa Miami Beach — $75–$125. Full thermal spa circuit included; best weekday value.
• The Ritz-Carlton South Beach — $150/adult. Reserved loungers, in-pool service, oceanfront setting.
• Fontainebleau Miami Beach — $100 credit voucher. Eight pools, beach access; voucher-based system.
• Dua Hotel Miami — $50/adult. Two rooftop infinity pools over the Brickell skyline.
• The Biltmore Hotel — From $300 (cabana, up to 4 guests). Largest hotel pool in the continental US.

How much does a pool day pass in Miami cost?

Prices run from $40 to $150 for individuals, with the bulk of South Beach options between $50 and $80. The Standard Spa has the sharpest weekday/weekend split: $75 Monday through Thursday versus $125 Friday through Sunday. Most other properties hold a flat rate regardless of day.

What's included in a Miami pool day pass?

A lounge chair, towels, and wifi are standard across most properties. Moxy bundles a 15% food and beverage discount at Serena; the National Hotel includes full poolside service from the Aqua Bar.

The Standard Spa covers the complete thermal circuit (hammam, sauna, cold plunge, and hot tub) at no extra charge beyond the day access fee. Everywhere else, food and drinks are charged separately at resort prices.

Beach access is not automatic. The Sagamore and Goodtime Hotel include it in their day passes; Fontainebleau includes beach access with cabana bookings; the Ritz-Carlton, National Hotel, Moxy, Dua, and Standard Spa do not. South Beach is a public beach, so you can walk straight to the sand without a hotel pass.

Moxy Miami South Beach

A 72-foot outdoor pool anchors this property, with submerged lounge chairs along one edge and views of the South Beach skyline. The Day Pass ($40/adult, $15/child) includes lounge chairs, towel service, complimentary wifi, outdoor activities, and a 15% food and beverage discount at Serena, the hotel's open-air Mexican restaurant. This is the most accessible price point on South Beach for a proper pool setup with food service built in.

Book direct: marriott.com/en-us/hotels/miaox-moxy-miami-south-beach.

National Hotel Miami Beach

The National has the longest pool on Miami Beach: 205 feet of infinity-edge water at the center of the Art Deco district, adults-only throughout. The Pool Day Pass ($50 + tax) includes a lounge chair with mattress, poolside towel, umbrella, wifi, and full food and drink service from the Aqua Bar. No children; this suits visitors who want a quieter day without the family resort atmosphere common on Collins Avenue.

Book direct: nationalhotel.net — or call +1 305 532 2311.

The Goodtime Hotel

Two outdoor pools sit at this Washington Avenue property, with daybeds and beach access available. Day passes start from $50 and include pool and beach lounger access. Weekends bring DJ sets to the pool deck with bottle service, making this one of the livelier options on South Beach for a beach club atmosphere over a quieter pool day.

Book direct: thegoodtimehotel.com — call to confirm direct booking availability. [NEEDS DIRECT URL]

The Sagamore Hotel South Beach

An outdoor heated pool sits between the Sagamore's art-covered courtyard and the Atlantic Ocean, with direct beach access included. The Pool Day Pass ($80/adult, $45/child) covers the heated pool, lounge chairs (first-come basis), food and drink service from the pool bar, bike rentals, and fitness center access. Beach access and a calm, unhurried setting distinguish this from the louder properties further north on Collins.

Book direct: sagamoresouthbeach.com — or email reservations@sagamorehotel.com, or call 305.535.8088.

The Standard Spa Miami Beach

The Standard occupies a small bay island on the Biscayne Bay side of Miami Beach, with an infinity pool facing the water and the Miami skyline. Day access ($75 Mon–Thu, $125 Fri–Sun) includes the infinity pool, outdoor hot tub, Roman waterfall, cold plunge, Turkish-style hammam, aroma steam room, and hemlock sauna at no extra cost. Food and drinks are charged separately at resort prices. On a weekday, it's the strongest value on this list if a wellness day is the goal.

Book direct: standardhotels.com/miami/properties/miami-beach.

The Ritz-Carlton South Beach

The Ritz-Carlton's heated outdoor pool overlooks the Atlantic, with reserved lounge chairs and in-pool service. The Pool Day Pass ($150/adult, $50/child) includes a reserved poolside lounger, complimentary wifi, and access to pool amenities. Beach access is not included in the base pass. Private dens with a California king-size daybed start at $375 for up to 6 guests; a spa-only pass ($89) covers the fitness center and spa facilities without pool access. Reliable Ritz service and a well-managed pool operation.

Book direct: ritzcarltonsouthbeach.ipoolside.com.

Fontainebleau Miami Beach

Eight pools across this property span indoor, outdoor, oceanfront, and lagoon configurations, plus direct beach access. Access works as a credit voucher rather than a flat-rate pass: a Bed Voucher ($100 credit toward a daybed) or Cabana Voucher ($300 credit toward a cabana) are purchasable directly on the hotel's website and applied toward the day's minimum spend. Beach access, restaurant discounts, and a dedicated server are included. Vouchers are valid for same-day bookings only and cannot be combined with other offers.

Book direct: fontainebleau.com/miamibeach/poolside-amenity-vouchers — or call 800-548-8886.

Dua Hotel Miami

Two rooftop infinity pools sit above the Brickell skyline, overlooking Biscayne Bay and the downtown towers. The Day Pass ($50/adult, $15/child) includes access to both pools, the jacuzzi, cold plunge, lounge chairs (first-come), towel service, and wifi; valet parking is available for a fee. An Altitude Cabana ($125, up to 8 guests) adds a private shaded cabana with dedicated server and a complimentary bottle of prosecco or rosé, with a food and beverage minimum of $500 Mon–Thu and $800 Fri–Sun. A practical pick if you're based in Brickell and want a city-skyline pool without driving to South Beach.

Book direct: duamiamihotel.com — or call 305-239-1300.

The Biltmore Hotel

The Biltmore's pool in Coral Gables spans 23,000 square feet, the largest hotel pool in the continental United States, set within a 1926 National Historic Landmark. Non-guest pool access is through cabana booking only: a deluxe cabana starts at $300 for up to 4 guests; a cabana suite starts at $500 for up to 8. Each booking includes a dedicated server and full pool access; pricing varies by day and season. There is no individual day pass, making this suited to groups who want the grandest pool in Miami as a venue rather than a casual pool day.

Book direct: biltmorehotel.com — or call 1-866-911-6578.

Frequently asked questions

How do I book a pool day pass in Miami?

The National Hotel, Fontainebleau, and Ritz-Carlton South Beach all have direct booking portals on their own websites. The Standard Spa, Sagamore, and Dua Hotel accept phone reservations directly. The Biltmore books cabanas by phone only. Most South Beach pools limit daily capacity and sell out on Saturdays from April through October — book two to three days ahead for weekend visits.

Do Miami pool day passes include beach access?

Not all of them. The Sagamore South Beach and The Goodtime Hotel include beach loungers and access in their base day passes. Fontainebleau cabana bookings include beach access. The Ritz-Carlton South Beach, National Hotel, Moxy, Dua, and Standard Spa do not. Miami Beach is a public beach with free entry at any of the access points along Collins and Ocean Drive.

Are Miami hotel pool day passes worth it?

At $40–$80 for South Beach options, you get a lounge chair, towel service, food within reach, and shade in a well-managed setting. If you're mainly after the beach, a day pass adds limited value since Miami Beach is public and beach chair rentals cost far less. Where passes earn their price is the infrastructure: consistent lounge chair availability, air-conditioned access, and food service. The Standard Spa at $75 on a weekday is particularly strong — a full thermal experience for the same price as basic pool access elsewhere.

More pool day passes near Miami

Cancun is the most popular alternative for a beach trip from Miami, with all-inclusive pool day passes at several hotels from $30 to $100 with food and drink included. Jamaica has a similar all-inclusive pool scene along its north coast.

For US options, Las Vegas has the widest non-guest pool access in the country, from $20 at Caesars Palace to wave pools at Mandalay Bay. Los Angeles offers eight hotels with day passes from $20 to $100 across Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Santa Monica.