Grand Hyatt Miami Beach Breaks Ground: $600M Hotel to Anchor Convention District

Key Points

• 800-room Grand Hyatt Miami Beach officially broke ground on May 16, 2025.

• $600M project includes 90,000 sq. ft. of indoor meeting space and 10,000 sq. ft. of outdoor event areas.

• Features a climate-controlled skybridge connecting directly to the Miami Beach Convention Center.

A New Chapter for Miami Beach’s Convention Scene 

After years of planning, the Grand Hyatt Miami Beach has officially broken ground, marking a significant milestone in the city's efforts to enhance its convention and tourism infrastructure. Situated at 17th Street and Convention Center Drive, the 17-story, 800-room hotel is poised to become a central hub for meetings and events in South Florida.

Project Details

• Location: 17th Street and Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach.

• Size: 17 stories encompassing 996,130 square feet.

• Rooms: 800, including 52 suites with views of Miami Beach.

• Meeting Space: 90,000 sq. ft. indoor; 10,000 sq. ft. outdoor.

• Amenities:

  • Five food and beverage outlets, including a pre-leased signature restaurant.

  • Resort-style pool deck with panoramic views.

  • Fitness center and Grand Hyatt club lounge.

  • 320 parking spaces.

• Connectivity: Climate-controlled skybridge linking directly to the Miami Beach Convention Center.

Economic Impact

The Grand Hyatt Miami Beach is more than just a hotel; it's a strategic investment in the city's future. Miami-Dade County contributed $75 million to the project, recognizing its potential to boost tourism and the local economy. 

With over 28.2 million visitors in the previous year and a tourism industry generating more than $31.1 billion, the addition of a connected headquarter hotel is expected to attract larger conventions and international events that previously bypassed Miami Beach due to a lack of integrated lodging. 

Urban Integration

Designed by renowned architect Bernardo Fort-Brescia of Arquitectonica, the hotel aims to seamlessly blend with the surrounding urban landscape. Features include:

• Pedestrian-Friendly Design: Landscaped promenades and improved transit access.

• Sustainability: Stormwater management, flood risk mitigation, and solar power usage.

• Cultural Connectivity: Proximity to Lincoln Road, The Bass Museum, Miami City Ballet, and SoundScape Park. 

The hotel's development is expected to activate a more walkable Convention Center District, enhancing the overall experience for both business and leisure travelers.

The groundbreaking of the Grand Hyatt Miami Beach signifies a transformative step for the city's convention and tourism landscape. By providing integrated accommodations and state-of-the-art meeting spaces, the hotel is set to position Miami Beach as a premier destination for global events.