Bamboo, waterfalls and embedded ivy make the Mayfair feel like an ancient jungle civilization in the heart of Coco Walk. Featuring the Jurlique Spa and huge rooms with private spa tubs, the Mayfair targets couples in search of luxury and exotic ambience.

The Coconut Grove Ritz maintains the same elegant, high-polished marble and prompt, reliable service that made the Ritz brand famous. But the Coconut Grove branch is irritatingly far from the action and lacks the spectacular, luxurious oomph of similarly priced business brands (like the Four Seasons downtown).

Isolated on its own, 20-acre island off the coast of funky Coconut Grove, the Grove Isle offers big, beautiful rooms (each with a balcony and a stunning view), a spa, 12 tennis courts, an open-air restaurant, a superb fitness center, and a marina. But there's no beach, just a patch of sand on some concrete by the pool.

Boasting an innovative art collection, a great gym, and a clean pool with stunning views, the Sonesta is a great option in the heart of Coconut Grove. Though the privately owned suites are huge and kitchen-equipped, the tiny standard rooms only come with 2 twin beds shoved together to form a "king."