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Stylish Stays
From Miami Beach to Brickell and Wynwood, here are the best spots to take a pit stop during Formula 1 race weekend
5.41 km Circuit Length
Pass, Luxury and private Suites. For a truly unparalleled viewing experience, the Clubs offer panoramic views as well as premium food and beverage options, including the brand-new Boathouse and Views at Turn 1. For 2023, the team village will move to the football field and a new permanent Paddock Club will make its debut. Hard Rock Beach Club and MIA Marina are back, featuring brand-new sunset cabanas and there is an incredible selection of food and beverage options from award-winning chefs and restaurants like local favorites Casa Tua, Bodega and Doma, along with cocktails from Flor de Cana, Herradura and Glenfiddich—all the fuel fans need for a day at the races. Visit Autodrome at Hard Rock Stadium; 347 Don Shula Drive, Miami Gardens; f1miamigp.com
E- ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY
In line with the Sustainability Agenda of Formula 1, organizers of the Miami Grand Prix have a climate action plan aimed at reducing energy consumption and waste and hosting a fully sustainable event by 2030.
F- FOOD & BEVERAGE
Over 65 of Miami’s top restaurants bring the authentic flavor of South Florida to the Miami International Autodrome each year.
C- CASA TUA
The soulful, boutique hospitality space Casa Tua Trackside Club at Turn offers impeccable service, authentic Italian cuisine and trackside views of the action in the surroundings of a private members’ club.
D- DOLPHINS
The legendary NFL team Miami Dolphins play home games at Hard Rock Stadium and are the oldest professional sports team in Florida (their inaugural season was in 1966).
CARILLON MIAMI
WELLNESS RESORT
Located in Miami’s North Beach, the oceanfront Carillon Miami Wellness Resort is the perfect respite from all the action, with a 60,000-squarefoot spa and fitness center including infrared sauna, acupuncture and energy healing on site. Visit
3 DRS Zones
V- VILLAGE
New for 2023 is the Team Village, where the 10 teams, the FIA, F1 and Pirelli will base their hospitality units on the field of Hard Rock Stadium.
W- WATER
Last year the construction of a dry-dock marina inside
Turns 6-8 of the Miami International Autodrome was one of the most ambitious projects to bring a new level of fan experience to the race. This year the MIA Marina and Yacht Club will feature a new luxury space, the Sunset Cabanas, that will include real water with ornamental style pools.
320 km/h Estimated Top Speed
N- NORTH SUITES
Located on top of the Turn 1 North Grandstand, the open-air North Suites are new to the circuit for 2023 and will offer a curated food and beverage menu all weekend long.
O- OVERTAKING
Last year featured 45 official overtaking maneuvers, aided by the three Drag Reduction System (DRS) zones where cars open up their rear wing, to increase their top speed advantage over a rival ahead.
P- PADDOCK CLUB
A brand-new permanent bespoke three-story facility with a breathtaking rooftop has been built above the pits and will house luxury suites for over 6,000 VIPs with views of the start/finish line.
Q- QUALIFYING
A Grand Prix weekend includes two hours of practice on Friday, an hour on Saturday morning then Qualifying to determine the grid for race day. Qualifying is split into three parts: Q1, Q2 and Q3. Each session lasts for a specific amount of time and eliminates a number of cars with Q1 lasting 18 minutes (eliminating five drivers) Q2 lasting 15 minutes (another five) and Q3 lasting 12 minutes to determine the order of the top 10 on the grid.
X- XTREME
The sound from the Hard Rock Beach Club resonated around the Campus in 2022 with a number of iHeartRadio DJs providing the music mix throughout the weekend. DJ Xtreme brought his musical sounds to wind up the first day of action on Friday evening last year.
Y- YACHT CLUB
The Yacht Club Suites at the iconic MIA Marina provide elevated views of Turns 6 and 7 of the Miami International Autodrome. For 2023, The Yacht Club Suites will include cuisine curated by renowned chef Michelle Bernstein.
Z- (FAN) ZONE
The F1 Fan Zone has been enhanced and improved for 2023 with activations including autograph sessions and eSports simulators, Pit Stop challenges, photo booths, a replica podium, merchandise stalls and family entertainment.
19 Corners
6801 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; carillonhotel.com
ESMÉ MIAMI BEACH HOTEL
Once a 1920s bohemian artists’ colony, the Esmé transformed into a hidden gem thanks to a $40 million renovation. Today it brings a SpanishMediterranean lifestyle to South
Beach with an eight-building “Spanish village” connected by charming paths for an ideal “paseo.” Visit 1438 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach; esmehotel.com
THE MIAMI BEACH EDITION
The luxurious Miami Beach EDITION is the ideal escape during F1 race weekend.
With two ocean-facing pools, a wellness spa and gym, a bowling alley and an ice-skating rink, guests will have plenty to do. Visit 2901 Collins Ave, Miami Beach; editionhotels.com
W SOUTH BEACH
W South Beach is the place to stay during F1 weekend. Home to the Williams F1 team for
3 Straights
KIMPTON EPIC the inaugural Miami Grand Prix, the hotel, which underwent a $30 million renovation, hosts an exclusive viewing party. Visit 2201 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; marriott.com
THE ELSER HOTEL & RESIDENCES
Featuring 646 fully furnished studio to threebedroom residences, The Elser is the ultimate adult playground. The property is located in the heart of downtown Miami and boasts a 19,000-square-foot double level amenity deck and a resort-style pool. Visit 398 NE 5th St, Miami; theelsermiami.com
PELICAN HOTEL
When the boutique hotel Pelican Miami
Beach was acquired by Diesel founder Renzo Rosso, it received a seriously fashionable upgrade. The historic Art Deco property, situated on Ocean Drive and overlooking the Atlantic, features playfully designed guestrooms and suites as well as a single penthouse, inspired by movie sets. Visit 826 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach; pelicanhotel.com
Located at the edge of the Miami River and Biscayne Bay, Kimpton EPIC Hotel combines the style of a cosmopolitan boutique property with the amenities of a resort to create a sophisticated oasis for guests right in the heart of buzzy downtown Miami. Visit 270 Biscayne Blvd Way Miami; epichotel.com