Delano Hotel Reopens in Miami Beach After Extensive Renovation

MIAMI BEACH — The iconic Delano Hotel on Collins Avenue has officially reopened its doors following a multi-year, top-to-bottom renovation that reimagines the historic South Beach property while preserving the Art Deco spirit that made it famous in the 1990s.

The renovation, which began in 2021, took nearly three years to complete and is estimated to have cost more than $100 million, according to sources familiar with the project. The scope of work touched nearly every corner of the property, including a full redesign of all 184 guest rooms and suites, an overhaul of the hotel's signature lobby, updated pool and garden areas, and refreshed dining and bar spaces.

The property is owned by Cain International, which financed and oversaw the project as part of a broader strategy to reposition landmark South Beach properties for a new generation of travelers. The design team was led by Elastic Architects and Studio MC+G Architects, who worked to blend nostalgic touches from the hotel's original 1995 design with a more contemporary, residential-style feel. Construction and project management were handled by a team including Suffolk Construction, Claro Development, and Beaubois, who managed day-to-day construction, coordinated subcontractors, and ensured the project met Miami Beach's strict historic preservation requirements throughout the multi-year build.

Original architect Philippe Starck, who designed the Delano's celebrated minimalist aesthetic when it first opened in 1995, was honored through the renovation's design direction, with Elastic Architects and Studio MC+G Architects working to modernize the building's infrastructure — including electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems — while maintaining its status as a protected historic structure.

Hotel representatives say the renovation was designed to honor the Delano's legacy as one of Miami Beach's most influential hotels, credited with helping launch South Beach's transformation into a global travel destination in the 1990s, while positioning it for a new generation of travelers.

The reopening has been welcomed by local business owners and tourism officials, who see it as a boost to the surrounding Collins Avenue corridor. City officials have noted that the project also included upgrades to the hotel's public-facing spaces, in keeping with Miami Beach's historic preservation guidelines.

The Delano is now welcoming guests, with hotel staff saying they expect strong demand throughout the upcoming winter season as travelers return to experience the newly restored South Beach landmark.