Acqualina Resort and Residences on the Beach
A Mediterranean-inspired oceanfront resort in Sunny Isles, Acqualina stands out for generous rooms, intensely attentive service, three beachfront pools, a major spa, and destination Italian dining.
Acqualina feels more like a Mediterranean seaside estate than a typical Miami high-rise. Terracotta tones, formal landscaping, fountains, and the resort’s signature red accents create a deliberately romantic atmosphere along a quieter stretch of Sunny Isles Beach.
The beachfront setting is substantial, with 400 feet of Atlantic shoreline across several oceanfront acres. Rooms and suites are spacious, many with private terraces, allowing the property to function especially well for families and longer leisure stays.
Three oceanfront pools create different zones for adults, families, and more active use, while the beach club extends service directly to the sand. Despite the resort’s scale, the experience is structured to feel calm rather than crowded.
Acqualina Spa is a destination in its own right, spanning roughly 20,000 square feet with treatment rooms, relaxation areas, a private outdoor pool, and a Roman waterfall spa experience. Il Mulino New York remains a longstanding dining anchor, joined by Mediterranean and Greek options such as Avra.
What distinguishes Acqualina is the combination of resort facilities and highly personal service. It is well suited to travelers who want South Florida sunshine without the constant nightlife energy of South Beach, particularly when space, beach access, and wellness matter as much as location.
