Located on world-famous Ocean Drive in the heart of the Art Deco District of Miami Beach, this upscale hotel is owned by Gloria and Emilio Estefan. They live nearby and own a couple of restaurants in the vicinity. Built in 1939, the 42-room Cardozo recently underwent a complete renovation. The stylish, modern rooms feature hardwood floors and hand-crafted furniture.
Fresh flowers add sparkle to every room.
Guest rooms in the beautifully restored landmark have VCRs, CD players, mini bars, and in-room safes. The staff is warm and attentive in this intimate setting. The yacht-like look of the hotel is very typical of Miami Beach Art Deco. It combines the horizontals of the Streamline Modern classic style with the verticals of Art Deco. In the early years of Art Deco revival, Cardozo was one of the first buildings to be repainted in a riot of parrot colors.