There are many advantages to hosting a wedding at a hotel. For starters, you don't have to worry as much about guests driving home drunk. You don't have to shop around town for a caterer, a decorator, a wedding cake designer, a florist, and so many other vendors -- most hotels are a one-stop shop and, most often, help in the planning process for free. Even better: You're not far from a bed on your wedding night.
From the bathrooms to the ballrooms, Oyster knows Miami's hotels better than anyone else. After carefully evaluating -- and sleeping at -- 121 hotels throughout the City, we've picked the best hotels to host a wedding.
Miami's most elegant and historic hotel is also its most prestigious black-tie wedding destination, and its prices reflect this. But you get what you pay for: the food is superb, and the Biltmore's gardens, terraces, and ballrooms are some of the most beautiful, ornate wedding locations anywhere in Miami. Read more
The Ritz is one of Miami's most luxurious hotels, and it's weddings uphold the brands' standards of service and all-around opulence. Of course, it's also one of Miami's most expensive venues. Read more
For a wedding in South Beach, the Hilton Bentley is a fine choice -- excellent food, style, and a less crowded beachfront. Read more
Although it's a business hotel at heart, this downtown Marriott comes with great views and attractive prices (from $82 per person). Read more
The Palms offers beautiful settings (on the beach or under a gazebo) for a simple ceremony -- no bells and whistles here (unless you bring in your own) but you do get accommodating service. Read more
It's far from a beach and the food can be costly, but the grounds are beautiful and the bar is reasonably priced. Plus, this is one of the few hotels with a kosher kitchen. Read more
A great, private outdoor terrace overlooking the bay and affordable wedding packages make the Doubletree a solid all-around choice (from $73 per person). Read more