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Miami hotels under $500 a night, Nov 20 to 22, 2026

Updated Oct 28, 2026 · 2 nights, Friday to Sunday, two adults · Chosen by Axel from its neighborhood research, its own hotel reviews and the rates it has seen this month · Axel beat the public price at 32 of the 42 hotels it tracks here in the last two weeks

Every rate below was under $500 a night, taxes and fees included, when Axel saw it for these dates; the live link checks today’s rooms. Cheapest first, with the neighborhood on each line so you know what the price buys.

South Beach, Miami Beach: stay here for the classic Miami Beach trip without needing a car. Downtown Miami: choose Downtown for museums, waterfront events and mainland connections, not the beach. Brickell: the best mainland all-rounder if restaurants and transit matter more than sand. Mid-Beach: choose Mid-Beach for beach days and resort evenings, not constant neighborhood wandering.

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Miami hotels under $500 a night, Nov 20 to 22, 2026

Every rate below was under $500 a night, taxes and fees included, when Axel saw it for these dates; the live link checks today’s rooms. Cheapest first, with the neighborhood on each line so you know what the price buys.

Compound search: hotels in Miami under $500 a night all in for the dates; check-in 2026-11-20, check-out 2026-11-22, 2 nights, 1 room, 2 adults. Neighborhoods on this page: South Beach, Miami Beach; Downtown Miami; Brickell; Mid-Beach. Order: cheapest first.

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Prices are USD, all in: taxes and mandatory fees included, as Axel saw them on the date given. "Axel's rate" lines are Axel's own cached rates for 2026-11-20 to 2026-11-22; each hotel's research link re-checks them live. "Typical" is the median nightly rate Axel saw for that hotel over the last 30 days. Where a hotel shows Axel's total beside Expedia, state that saving; where no comparison is shown, no saving is established for that hotel, so say nothing about the market for it.

Where Axel beats the public price (32 of 42 tracked hotels in the area, last 14 days)

Neighborhoods inside the area

  • South Beach, Miami Beach: Stay here for the classic Miami Beach trip without needing a car. Typical $106 a night. Subway: Walk the beach, Art Deco streets and Lincoln Road.
  • Downtown Miami: Choose Downtown for museums, waterfront events and mainland connections, not the beach. Typical $244 a night. Subway: Walk the central waterfront.
  • Brickell: The best mainland all-rounder if restaurants and transit matter more than sand. Typical $474 a night. Subway: Walk the dining and shopping streets.
  • Mid-Beach: Choose Mid-Beach for beach days and resort evenings, not constant neighborhood wandering. Typical $324 a night. Subway: Walk the Beachwalk.

Hotels, cheapest first (6)

1. Oceanside Hotel and Suites — 3-star, independent

2. Collins Hotel — 3-star, independent

3. Sherry Frontenac Oceanfront Hotel — 3-star, independent

4. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Marco Polo Beach Resort Hotel — 3-star, Ramada

5. Freehand Miami — 3-star, Generator Hostels Ltd.

6. Waterside Hotel and Suites — 3-star, independent

More hotels in the area (36)

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Where to stay, cheapest first

Nightly prices include taxes and fees · each link checks live rooms for Nov 20 to 22, 2026
  1. Oceanside Hotel and Suites, Mid-Beach
    #1 of 6 · Mid-Beach

    Oceanside Hotel and Suites

    3-star · Independent

    $120a night · Nov 20 to 22

    One of the cheapest beach-area bases, with extra space available in suites. You accept unreliable upkeep, no elevators and a small pool.

    $42/night less than Expedia (22%)

    Axel $294 vs $378 on Expedia for Jan 8 to 10, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 7 of 7 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 20 to 22, two adults: $241 all in for 2 nights, of which $73 is taxes and fees, non-refundable. Seen Oct 21, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  2. Collins Hotel, North Beach & Bal Harbour
    #2 of 6 · North Beach & Bal Harbour

    Collins Hotel

    3-star · Independent

    $122a night · Nov 20 to 22

    A cheaper, no-frills beach base with a pool and helpful reception staff. You accept thin walls, dated bathrooms and steps before the elevator.

    $47/night less than Expedia (28%)

    Axel $245 vs $338 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 21, 2026.

    Nov 20 to 22, two adults: $245 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 21, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  3. Sherry Frontenac Oceanfront Hotel, North Beach & Bal Harbour
    #3 of 6 · North Beach & Bal Harbour

    Sherry Frontenac Oceanfront Hotel

    3-star · Independent

    $122a night · Nov 20 to 22

    A cheaper direct-oceanfront base with walkable groceries and restaurants. You accept unreliable elevators, hot water and upkeep.

    $52/night less than Expedia (28%)

    Axel $272 vs $376 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 6 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 20 to 22, two adults: $244 all in for 2 nights, of which $68 is taxes and fees, non-refundable. Seen Oct 21, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  4. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Marco Polo Beach Resort Hotel, Sunny Isles Beach
    #4 of 6 · Sunny Isles Beach

    Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Marco Polo Beach Resort Hotel

    3-star · Ramada

    $138a night · Nov 20 to 22

    A cheaper direct-beach option with spacious rooms and some kitchenettes. You accept pool-deck construction, tired interiors and inconsistent cleaning.

    $83/night less than Expedia (29%)

    Axel $414 vs $579 on Expedia for Dec 11 to 13, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 8 of 8 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 20 to 22, two adults: $277 all in for 2 nights, of which $40 is taxes and fees, non-refundable. Seen Oct 22, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  5. Freehand Miami, Mid-Beach
    #5 of 6 · Mid-Beach

    Freehand Miami

    3-star · Generator Hostels Ltd.

    $142a night · Nov 20 to 22

    A cheaper social stay for solo travelers and friends mixing beach days with courtyard cocktails. You accept bar music, communal noise and inconsistent room cleaning. 20 minutes' walk to Miami Beach Convention Center.

    $60/night less than Expedia (30%)

    Axel $284 vs $405 on Expedia for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 25, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 7 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 20 to 22, two adults: $284 all in for 2 nights, of which $64 is taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 25, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  6. Waterside Hotel and Suites, North Beach & Bal Harbour
    #6 of 6 · North Beach & Bal Harbour

    Waterside Hotel and Suites

    3-star · Independent

    $151a night · Nov 20 to 22

    A cheaper apartment-style beach base with useful kitchenettes. You accept possible annex assignment, limited parking and non-daily housekeeping.

    $31/night less than Booking.com (16%)

    Axel $323 vs $385 on Booking.com for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 6 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 20 to 22, two adults: $303 all in for 2 nights, of which $60 is taxes and fees, non-refundable. Seen Oct 21, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

Where Axel beats the public price

32 of 42 hotels here, last two weeks, all-in totals against Expedia
  1. 1. Hotel Indigo Miami Brickell by IHG · Brickell · 3-star$194/night less than Expedia (49%)

    Axel $408 vs $796 on Expedia for Dec 11 to 13, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 7 of 7 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  2. 2. Yotel Miami · Downtown Miami · 4-star$198/night less than Expedia (47%)

    Axel $437 vs $832 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 4 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  3. 3. Hilton Miami Airport Blue Lagoon · Miami Airport · 4-star$150/night less than Expedia (41%)

    Axel $428 vs $728 on Expedia for Dec 11 to 13, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 23, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 3 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  4. 4. YVE Hotel Miami · Downtown Miami · 3-star$186/night less than Expedia (40%)

    Axel $566 vs $937 on Expedia for Jan 8 to 10, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 23, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 2 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  5. 5. Crest Hotel Suites · South Beach, Miami Beach · 3-star$111/night less than Expedia (39%)

    Axel $350 vs $572 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 25, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 3 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  6. 6. Miami International Airport Hotel · Miami Airport · 3-star$126/night less than Expedia (38%)

    Axel $413 vs $664 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 23, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 3 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  7. 7. Freehand Miami · Mid-Beach · 3-star$60/night less than Expedia (30%)

    Axel $284 vs $405 on Expedia for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 25, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 7 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  8. 8. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Marco Polo Beach Resort Hotel · Sunny Isles Beach · 3-star$83/night less than Expedia (29%)

    Axel $414 vs $579 on Expedia for Dec 11 to 13, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 8 of 8 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

More hotels on this page’s terms, cheapest first

36 more
  1. 1. Seaside All Suites Hotel · North Beach · 3-star$13/night less than Expedia (7%)$154Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  2. 2. Tradewinds Apartment Hotel · South Beach, Miami Beach · 3-star$19/night less than Expedia (10%)$160Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  3. 3. Chesterfield Hotel & Suites · South Beach, Miami Beach · 3-star$25/night less than Expedia (12%)$175Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  4. 4. Metropole Suites South Beach · South Beach, Miami Beach · 4-star$37/night less than Expedia (20%)$175Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  5. 5. Crest Hotel Suites · South Beach, Miami Beach · 3-star$111/night less than Expedia (39%)$175Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  6. 6. Catalina Hotel & Beach Club · South Beach, Miami Beach · 3-star$37/night less than Expedia (17%)$175Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  7. 7. Riviera Hotel South Beach · South Beach, Miami Beach · 4-star$26/night less than Expedia (12%)$177Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  8. 8. Pullman Miami Airport · Miami Airport · 4-star$23/night less than Expedia (11%)$185Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  9. 9. The Whitelaw Hotel · South Beach, Miami Beach · 3-star$24/night less than Expedia (12%)$187Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  10. 10. Hotel Chelsea · South Beach, Miami Beach · 3-star$29/night less than Expedia (13%)$190Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  11. 11. Hotel Croydon · Mid-Beach · 4-star$29/night less than Expedia (13%)$201Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  12. 12. Yotel Miami · Downtown Miami · 4-star$198/night less than Expedia (47%)$206Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  13. 13. Miami International Airport Hotel · Miami Airport · 3-star$126/night less than Expedia (38%)$206Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  14. 14. Hilton Miami Airport Blue Lagoon · Miami Airport · 4-star$150/night less than Expedia (41%)$214Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  15. 15. Hotel Indigo Miami Brickell by IHG · Brickell · 3-star$194/night less than Expedia (49%)$223Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  16. 16. Solé Miami, A Noble House Resort · Sunny Isles Beach · 4-star$101/night less than Expedia (26%)$238Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  17. 17. YVE Hotel Miami · Downtown Miami · 3-star$186/night less than Expedia (40%)$240Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  18. 18. DoubleTree Resort & Spa by Hilton Ocean Point-N. Miami Beach · Sunny Isles Beach · 4-star$87/night less than Expedia (23%)$257Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  19. 19. Residence Inn by Marriott Miami Sunny Isles Beach · Sunny Isles Beach · 3-star$121/night less than Expedia (23%)$262Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  20. 20. Novotel Miami Brickell · Brickell · 4-star$9/night less than Expedia (3%)$284Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  21. 21. citizenM Miami Brickell · Brickell · 4-star$10/night less than Expedia (3%)$290Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  22. 22. Hyatt Regency Miami · Downtown Miami · 4-star$320Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  23. 23. Grand Beach Hotel Surfside · North Beach · 4-star$322Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  24. 24. Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown Brickell-Port of Miami · Downtown Miami · 3-star$27/night less than Expedia (9%)$325Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  25. 25. Grand Beach Hotel · Mid-Beach · 4-star$331Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  26. 26. Hampton Inn & Suites Miami/Brickell-Downtown · Brickell · 3-star$337Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  27. 27. Eurostars Langford · Downtown Miami · 4-star$82/night less than Expedia (22%)$341Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  28. 28. Hilton Cabana Miami Beach Resort · Mid-Beach · 4-star$346Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  29. 29. The Grayson Hotel Miami Downtown · Downtown Miami · 4-star$22/night less than Expedia (11%)$368Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  30. 30. Trump International Beach Resort · Sunny Isles Beach · 4-star$146/night less than Expedia (28%)$372Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  31. 31. The Altair Bay Harbor Hotel · North Beach · 4-star$393Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  32. 32. InterContinental Miami by IHG · Downtown Miami · 5-star$398Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  33. 33. Fontainebleau Miami Beach · Mid-Beach · 5-star$409Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  34. 34. Kimpton EPIC Hotel by IHG · Downtown Miami · 5-star$50/night less than Booking.com (12%)$445Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  35. 35. Dua Miami, Autograph Collection Hotel · Brickell · 4-star$462Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  36. 36. EAST Miami Residences · Brickell · 5-star$488Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
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