A new boutique residential hotel opens in the heart of Coral Gables
- Jake Nicholas
- 4 hours ago
- 2 min read
The Avenue Coral Gables has officially opened, introducing one of the most livable new hotel-residential concepts in South Florida. Tucked into the Merrick Park district, the boutique property blends the comfort of full residences with the ease of hotel living — designed less like a traditional hotel and more like a place you actually settle into.
Step inside, and the tone is immediately residential. Large, fully furnished suites and residences are built for longer stays, not overnight turnover — with full kitchens, generous living spaces, and a calm, private atmosphere that feels worlds away from the pace of Miami. It’s boutique in scale, intentionally comfortable, and built for real day-to-day living rather than spectacle.
The setting is what truly defines The Avenue. Positioned beside the Shops at Merrick Park, everything from luxury retail and dining to daily essentials sits within walking distance, yet the property feels removed from congestion and city noise.
The Biltmore Hotel and Golf Course — which recently marked its 100-year anniversary — sit just minutes away, while higher floors capture open views toward the Miami skyline. It’s a location that feels calm and residential, yet remains only about 15 minutes from Miami’s urban core.
Connectivity is effortless. The property sits near Coral Gables’ transit corridor and Metromover access, creating an easy link to Downtown, Brickell, and the broader Miami city center without needing to live inside the intensity of it.
The rooftop pool deck is the heart of the property — designed less like a hotel amenity and more like a private elevated retreat above the city. A year-round heated pool anchors the space, surrounded by cabanas, shaded lounge areas, and open social spaces that encourage long afternoons and relaxed evenings. From here, views stretch across the tree canopy toward the historic Biltmore tower and outward to the Miami skyline, creating a rare perspective that blends old Coral Gables with modern Miami.
Grill stations and outdoor cooking areas turn the rooftop into a true gathering space, allowing residents and longer-stay guests to cook, host, and socialize in a setting that feels residential rather than transient. Whether quiet mornings by the pool or sunset gatherings overlooking the skyline, the rooftop reinforces the property’s identity — comfortable, social, and built for living, not just visiting.
Book your stay at The Avenue here: https://theavenuehotelcoralgables.com
