Amazing hotel. Great vibe, friendly staff, lots of amenities. Whole experience was very unique and full of positive energy. Our room was super comfortable and spacious. The bar was full of people and friendly bartender. The front desk staff was great too. Had to book an additional night and the process was easy and seamless. We checked out the sauna, and it was clean and fun. There was lots of road work in the neighborhood but that didn't take away from the energy of the hotel at all. I give it 10/10 stars... read more

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Love this place! Tony the bartender is the best on the beach, and the low-key vibes keep me coming back all year long. #Gaythering @Gaythering read more

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Concerning Housekeeping Oversight Despite Friendly Staff My husband and I stayed at Hotel Gaythering for one night on March 22, 2025. While the staff was friendly and accommodating, we were extremely disappointed by a serious housekeeping oversight. After a long early morning flight from Boston, we were exhausted and didn't check under the covers until we were getting ready for bed around 10:30 PM--only to find dried bloodstains on both the bed sheets and duvet. We immediately notified the night manager, who was understanding but informed us that housekeeping was gone for the day, so he couldn't replace the bedding. Instead, he personally brought us fresh sheets and gloves so we could change them ourselves. As an apology, we were each given two free drink coupons for the Gaythering Bar downstairs. While we appreciate the staff's responsiveness and effort to make up for the situation, this is a serious health and safety concern that should never happen in a hotel. Proper quality control in housekeeping is essential, and we hope management takes steps to prevent this from happening to future guests. read more

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Gaythering Bingo Night was a Blast! Packed with good spirits! everyone was friendly and the Happy Hour was a treat. As well as the bingo hello shots! #Gaythering @Gaythering #buzzybooth read more

Wonderful place to visit. Cant wait to return..Some hot men and vibe was great.#Gaythering @Gaythering #buzzybooth

The Gaythering is always a vibe with the best happy hour in town. Bingo and Trivia nights are a total hoot!

Not a single negative remark. The room and common areas were clean and well-maintained. The staff were all friendly. We had a great time! I'm not a fan of Florida but would absolutely consider a visit just to stay at this hotel and enjoy the amenities. read more

This place is a hidden jewel. The groovy bar is lively with what I expected as the Miami vibe. Their curated themed drinks were a great adventure. The sauna area was clean and nice. The room was very spacious and the bed was so comfy I didn't want to get up #Gaythering @Gaythering #buzzybooth read more

What a great vibe and atmosphere! Love it. First time there and will definitely return :) #Gaythering @Gaythering #buzzybooth

Beautifully decorated rooms and friendly staff made this an enjoyable visit. I was in town for work and had the opportunity to visit this fine establishment. The raucous karaoke downstairs in the bar certainly provided some entertainment. I'll absolutely be back next time I'm in town. read more

What an amazing hotel! It's quirky I'll give it that, but the sense of community there is outstanding. The lobby bar is busy every night, the sauna is clean and the guys are hot! I stayed in a studio king on the third floor and the room was huge. Every guest was so friendly, ....like always greeted as you passed another guest.. I also have to say, the staff were amazing! From the young guy that checked me in and accommodated my upgrade in room, to who I think was the hotel manager that had the BEST advice on where to go in Miami Beach. He also hooked me up with beach chairs and an umbrella for my Haulover nude beach days. The hotel has bikes for loan, and a communal BBQ if you're hankering for your own home cooked steaks. I'm from Canada and there is NOTHING like this place up here. Thanks Gaythering staff. I had a blast! (Stayed March 13-17th/2025) #Gaythering @Gaythering #buzzybooth read more

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I love this place and have been staying there since they opened 11 years ago. The staff is always helpful and polite. It's great to have the small bar in the hotel which is frequented by locals .over the years Gaythering has become home away from home for me and my pups. Yes! They are dog friendly and my "kids" love their time at the hotel!!!! read more

Great Boutique Hotel. Great local hangout and the hotel and owners do so much for the community of Miami Beach. Both gay and straight!

Gaythering is a wonderful place, with super helpful and kind staff. It has a vibrant atmosphere and amazing people. #Gaythering @Gaythering #buzzybooth read more

Worst Hotel Experience - Rude Staff, Broken AC, and Terrible Service Our stay at Gaythering Hotel was a disaster from start to finish. The staff, particularly an employee named Waldine, made us feel like we were an inconvenience rather than guests. We checked out at 7:30 AM and tried to grab breakfast, only to be rudely told it didn't open until 8 AM. Fine, we waited. Then we tried to get some coffee--coffee that was literally available in the lobby--but Waldine wouldn't even let us pour a cup. Still trying to be patient, we decided to sit in the lobby to wait, but Waldine came back and forced us to wait outside like we didn't belong there at all. Earlier during our stay, the poor service continued. I called the front desk to ask for the WiFi password, and the woman on the phone--clearly annoyed--told me to "just look at the card in the room." When I explained there was no card in the room, she couldn't be bothered to help further. Oh, and let's not forget about the broken air conditioning. We were told that one of the AC units was down and the entire hotel had to rely on portable fans in the rooms. In Miami's heat, that's completely unacceptable. We've stayed at many hotels, and Gaythering was by far one of the worst experiences. Poor service, unhelpful staff, and a broken AC system? Never again. read more

This is definitely the "cheers" bar for the south beach gay community! As a local you can stop in anytime and see a familiar face! Cute and friendly bartenders, Welcoming vibes! They let us take over and have a monthly queer pop up art show the last Saturday of each month! Very community focused team and always a fun night when you come to the Gaythering! The sauna is very nice too read more

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The employees are their greatest strength. Coming here is like coming to a second home. A great sense of community! Kevin S

Great experience. Staff was pleasant and was very clean. Great breakfast and the bar was a great place to relax.

5-star location, 4-star service, 3-star ambience. We sent a couple of pals here on their third attempt to stay in our guest room for free...this is based on their experience. The location is almost perfect in a couple of ways. It's at the far western end of Lincoln Road, close enough to walk to most of the fun parts of South Beach, but far enough away to retreat from the craziness. Our friends also added that it is easy to find, even if you've had one too many on a night out. The room and decor was terrific for them. Service here was generally friendly when we got them checked into the place. I was a little nervous though...the check-in area seemed oppressively sexualized, with both the staffers and the hotel guests leering and making over-the-top comments. As an aside, one of our pals is strikingly good-looking; he sort of channels an older Ricky Martin but with bigger pecs, so is a bit of a lightning rod. The questionable service aspect led right into the highly questionable ambience. Now I'm no nun, and it takes a lot to shock me. The advertising for Gaythering is not subtle: naked and nearly naked guys appear in almost every print or electronic ad. I'm guessing non-gay (or at least non-gay-friendly) folks wouldn't stay here with the strategic Y in the name, but who knows? Our friends said it was almost impossible to walk in or out the front door without some sort of strange experience. There's a sauna onsite which gets pretty racy, but the problem is that the sexualized behavior isn't limited to the spa/sauna, but carries over to the rest of the place. It's great if that's what you want. Our friends generally commented that it was like sleeping in a sex club, and that made it a lot less relaxing than it could have been to stay there. read more

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love this place. don't forget to see u the bikes. breakfast is good. staff nice and so are other customers what more could u ask for

Excellent atmosphere and service definitely great for a guy going to a gay bar for the first time #Gaythering @Gaythering #buzzybooth

I've stayed at Hotel Gaythering twice and both times were unforgettable. The rooms are very clean, the sheets and pillows are comfortable, and the ambience is phenomenal. They offer free bikes to ride around south beach, free beach towels, beach umbrellas, ice... they really have everything. Gaythering also has the best gay sauna in Miami right downstairs, and hotel guests have free access to it! Oh! I almost forgot to mention the gay bar with drag shows, games and karaoke! The staff is so accommodating and welcoming! They make me feel at home! Special thanks to Dupaul for being so awesome! Did I mention they have a pancake machine? Gaythering is the best option for gay men in Miami. Just book your reservation already! read more

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What an absolute treat this hotel is. Let's start with the room; we had the large king and it was incredibly spacious, fun and comfortable. The king size bed has a firm mattress on it. The room was exceptionally clean had everything one could need and expect. It does have a kitchen and that also was very large. Every little detail was clearly well thought out and designed for a gay couple or singles. My favorite part was the shower where the water pressure was super high and got hot right away. The design of it is so sexy too. We didn't get to use the sauna since we stayed there the covid times but the bar was incredible. Had a blast at the karaoke night. The staff was very friendly and helpful too. I don't know where else I would want to stay next time I am in south beach. read more

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Outstanding value for the money! Excellent customer service from every staff member like Chase and Franco to name a few. We return year after year because it always feel like you're coming home. Bar events are a lot of fun! read more

Every year we return because of the great people and service thank you as always xoxoxo #Gaythering @Gaythering #buzzybooth

Incredibly clean and friendly service. I've stayed twice and would happily stay again. Within walking distance of a bunch of Miami Beach Must Dos, and they've got bikes if you're trying to go a bit further. The bar downstairs has nightly events, and it's always easy to make a new friend or two. read more

Welcoming with Fun Vibes! We stayed one night in a "Fun King" in mid-January 2022. Upon arriving a bit early, we were able to leave bags with the hotel before heading out to enjoy South Beach. Check-in was easy later in the day, and the room itself was spacious and comfortable, outfitted with both standard amenities and assorted fun time accoutrement. (Only recommendation would be to add an iron/ironing board in room!) It was a tad loud overnight, but the energy and fun vibes of the stay outrank leisurely sleep at this particular specialty hotel. With respect to the property overall, the place is clean, well kept and welcoming! We found bar service to be quick. The sauna provided great, entertaining recreation. The Sunday Fun Day activities were fun to watch. Breakfast service was a nice bonus. The staff are accommodating professionals who work to create a positive experience for property guests. Part of what we most love about Hotel Gaythering, and what most motivates our assured return, is the spirit of camaraderie and openness that greets all guests. read more

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Please don't go here for karaoke! The list is whoever the KJ thinks should be next. As I watched my name be listed as next and keep being bumped for people who have sung 15 minutes ago and I have been waiting 40, then next and bumped again. I finally say hey what's going on I keep being bumped and she says you will be next then next and I am bumped again. Once again for someone who has been singing all night every 15 minutes. This time my name completely disappears. I say No I should be next and I have disappeared. She then says go in the app and put it back in and I will push you up next. I do that and then of course the next person is the rude guy that works there (get to that in a minute). I say I'm done...as I call my uber and wait outside I hear him finish and of course another name is called. Please don't bother going here for karaoke. Back to the rude dude who told everybody in a nasty way that they need to not be so loud because they will be fined and unless they want to pay the 500 dollars he will need them to be quiet...AT KARAOKE??? I will NEVER be back there and I urge other not to go as well. Btw...my double titos was 28 dollars and looked like a single. Better places in South Beach read more

This place was phenomenal!!! I highly recommend this for any LGBT men looking for an inclusive and friendly environment to relax close to South Beach and all that Miami has to offer. The grounds are modern and chic. Staff is incredibly friendly and made it feel like a home and the grounds are peppered with HILARIOUS signs and gay puns (the elevator buttons are labeled 'top' 'bottom' and 'verse'. I was on the verse floor LOL!!) This is an adults only hotel and while they do allow women to stay, the hotel is definitely designed with men in mind. The saunas for example are men only. I stayed in the cubicle hostel portion of the hotel. It's great. Expect noises because you're in an open room but you have your own private cubicle made of plywood. It sounds cheap but the vibe is actually super cool. Every time I come to Miami, I'm staying here. I've never felt more at home at a hotel than I did here. read more

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***This is not a review for actually spending the night at the hotel*** My 600th review. A week or so I decided I needed a break from life and wanted to give myself a peaceful spa day. I have heard of this hotel for awhile now; I knew it was nice, it was predominantly gay, and sort of trendy. I knew it also had a spa to it so i figured why not have a relaxing spa day in Miami? So I hauled myself down to the 305 and did just that. The hotel is pretty adorable, but not cutesy adorable. It's kind of like an Ace Hotel for gays. Decorated in lots of red, wood, miss-matched decorations. It has a cool vibe that's welcoming to everyone. They have an area near the bar, which is right near check in, that has tons of board games and books. Just a really chill place. So I go and talk to the guy who I am assuming to be a concierge. Note: if you're a local there is a free membership. While I'm still waiting for my card, they let me into the spa. The cost for the spa is $25 for the day. Inside the spa, again, lots of red, gray's, and wood decor. The first thing I noticed was how clean it was. All the spa equipment was in good working order. They have lockers there for you, water and towels. Serenity now. Best part of it, I was alone. Completely alone. Couldn't have had a better day. From 3:30-4:30 they do daily cleanings so you have to leave for that hour but by that time I was fully relaxed and on my way to lunch. If I find myself wanting a staycation I will definitely stay there overnight but if not, I know where I will be spending my days any time I want a relaxing day in Miami Beach. read more

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This review is delayed by several months. I wanted to take my time writing it because the hotel and the staff made our stay incredible. Due to a family emergency, I looked online for a room in Miami Beach the day before arriving. My brother and wife and I were headed down last minute to visit my father in the hospital. My brother is tall so I wanted to find at least a queen bed for him at a reasonable price. When this showed King beds (double Kings in our case) it was a no brainer. Truth be told, I didn't even look at pictures. I saw the address, the distance to the hospital, the bed size and booked it! After a long day of travel, we pulled up in one of the short term spots near the entry and I headed to the front desk to check in. I saw the message on the window of the entry door and giggled to myself - nice touch. Stepping into the lobby I was immediately greeted by it's charm. Tasteful, comfortable decor. Great use of space. The desk clerk, Angel, was extremely friendly. Asking what brought us to Miami I answered, mumbling and emotional, that my father was in the hospital up the street. Angel immediately expressed concern and well wishes. He also offered to help with anything we needed - just to ask. I was quite emotional, as we had not been to the hospital to see my Dad yet, and simply said thank you and headed to the room. We settled our items in the room and I loved the space and decor. The decor is minimal but extremely tasteful. Everything about the decor and signage and well, everything, is truly tongue in cheek. My brother, wife and I are quite sarcastic, snarky humored folks so this was a perfect fit for us. Amidst the depth and gravity of the reason for the trip everything about this hotel was perfect. We were physically comfortable in the comfy beds, spacious room, meticulously clean and appointed room... but we were emotionally comfortable too. Many times, amongst my travels, I am concerned about acceptance being a gay woman dressed in characteristically masculine attire. I felt so at ease here. Smiles. Kind greetings. Acceptance. With so much stress and emotional chaos due to my fathers health, stepping back to the hotel after being at the hospital all day was a breath of fresh air and a warm hug. Several nights we stepped down to the bar to grab a drink and take a break. The first night we headed to the bar my brother and I met Robbie, the bartender. Robbie asked what brought us to the bar and we said we were guests of the hotel. He immediately said he knew why we were there, he was sorry and the drinks were on the hotel. What? Why? The owners were told by Angel why were visiting and wanted to make us comfortable. So much emotion. So much kindness. It may sound simple, but a cocktail is not just a cocktail when it comes with a dose of kindness and empathy. Especially when my emotions were at a raging high! A few nights later there was a trivia night downstairs at the bar so we went down for some laughs and fun. I learned Alex, one of the owners, was hosting / DJing the event. During a break, I stepped up to thank him for his kindness - both of he and his staff. He was so kind and receptive and continued with the well wishes and reminders they were available to help with anything. If you need a place to stay - you can stay anywhere. If you want a place to relax and feel genuine acceptance and comfort - you stay here. The messages on the shampoo and conditioner. The first aid kit in the room. The rabbit masks. Those are constant sources of entertainment and hilarity. The people, the rooms, the vibe - those are constant sources of comfort and acceptance. 5 Stars will never be enough to say thank you for being exactly what I needed - even though I didn't know I needed that from a hotel. It was like staying with friends and I will be back to visit my friends again, as soon as possible. read more

I've been to SoBe many times and this was the first time I heard about Gaythering, Loved it! I had an absolute blast! Room was nice and spacey and the bed comfy. The whole place was impeccable! Cleanliness and fresh place! Will definitely be staying here from now on. Why would I stay anywhere else than where I feel at home with family and friends. Everyone was sweethearts! Thank you so much! read more

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I must say this was an great experience. I really love the hotel and the many touches it has throughout and it's design. Finally a hotel where you can just be you and meet like minded people. The agent who checked me in was super friendly, nice and super cute lol. He explained to me all the services that are available. Felt quite comfortable checking in. They offer shuttle service to the gay beach on 112 as well as the nude gay beach up north if that's what you prefer. The elevator caught my attention it just showed everything in the hotel was going to have those "special" touches. The room itself was quite spacious. The shower amenities very refreshing. The king bed was quite comfortable for a good sleep. I was only there for one night but would totally do a 3 day booking next time in Miami. It's a nice boutique hotel that will definitely get your attention. read more

Very Cute!! I love a boutique hotel. Although there were amenities missing .... Pool, gym, lotion, ironing board, I still loved the hotel, decor, ambience, and super friendly staff. The owner even gave my friends and I a tour of the entire hotel. The hotel was so cool I met pple at the bar who didn't stay there but came to check out the happy hour. I didn't get to use the spa/bathhouse, but I hear it was very nice. I'd definitely stay here again. read more

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Every time my husband and I visit Miami, we make sure to book a night or two at Hotel Gäythering. We love it here, although I will admit, it's way different than your average hotel experience. To start, the staff is (usually) spot on. Extremely attentive and downright fun! The bar is great - good specials with a big crowd at night, especially on the weekends. The lobby even has really fun games like "Hungry Hungry Hippos"and you can't get that at the Ritz! The rooms are always clean! We love the decorations and the hilarious signs and pamphlets. This place has a great sense of humor and really does cater to its gay audience! They're also talking about adding a small pool to the front courtyard, which might be cool I guess. The spa has had a major facelift in the last few years. It is Men Only, though, so sometimes it can get a little sketchy if you catch my drift... but if you keep to yourself (unless you're looking for something else) you'll be fine. People are extremely respectful and non-judgmental. The hot tub is aweeeesome and really does feel great after a long day of being out and about. I'm knocking off one star for the thin walls and insane amount of noise on the weekends from the bar. Holy crap is it loud! We're usually out late anyway... but if you have an early morning flight out and you actually need some sleep this might not be ideal. Great experience overall, though. Love it! We both highly recommend it. read more

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My husband and I stayed at this hotel and we truly enjoyed it. The sauna and hot tub are warm and relaxing and a place to come to when you are tired. When I left, I also left behind my Driver's License. These folks were so honest and kind to ship it to my home in California. I highly recommend this hotel and its staff for anyone coming to South Beach. As a gay man, the vibe and food provided was great. Will stay here again when I return to Miami Beach! Thanks for all you do for the LGBTQ community. read more

Great location and value! My husband and I both had a terrific experience here. This hotel was very clean and incredibly well appointed. I was impressed with so much Gaythering had to offer... The bar was busy and fun on Friday night. The shuttle service to haulover park, with beach chairs, umbrellas, towels and cooler to take along was a big selling point. Other amenities I enjoyed were; breakfast, in room sleep-sound player and a small but complete sauna facility and bicycles available for use. But truly the best part of Gaythering was the friendly and cheerful staff. We were met with smiles from every employee (housekeepers, driver, bartenders, front desk, etc) we encountered during our 4 days here. We are looking forward to staying here again. read more

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2020 is or 4th annual stay at Hotel Gaythering. We have always enjoyed staying here and exploring Miami, we return to Hotel Gaythering because the staff is always friendly and welcoming and the hotel offers great amenities. In addition, the location is perfect, much calmer with more of a neighborhood feel than Collins or Ocean Blvd. Book direct for the best deal. read more

Pros - big rooms , very clean , friendly staff , well located Cons - I had a reservation for 2 nights but on my first night. A couple things kept me awake . Bar closed at midnight but people still hung out in the sitting area .talking , laughing and listening to music up until 1 am , my room was 3010 , it sounded like they were on my balcony , then a guy who appeared to be under influence of something started running around my floor talking to himself , I called security and she was a pregnant lady who said she couldn't do anything because of her pregnancy and I agreed with her, the guy wasn't violent she was able to talk to him and he eventually left . I checked a day earlier because I was afraid I wouldn't be able to sleep again , I think a fob key should be provided for guests to access the floors and so make sure ppl leave when the bar closes read more

I have visited the Hotel bar many, many times through the years and I always had a great time and referred my friends, who also loved it! Only recently, I've noticed a situation that made me uncomfortable, however, I decided to wait instead of writing a review. Something happened this past Saturday that pushed me to write this review. I understand that the Pandemic has caused for many businesses to struggle, but that should not impact the customers. I have noticed how the bartenders mix the drinks but the amount of alcohol they pour, is quite little, to the point that you can't taste it sometimes. I particularly don't like very strong drinks, as I don't like to get drunk with just a couple of vodka sodas; however, they should pour the typical 1.5 to 2 ounces per drink, or use a simple bar jigger would do the trick. This has happened on numerous times and if I have to pay $15 for a drink, as a matter of respect, it should be a real drink, not just soda water. The other incident that happened on Saturday was, with one of the bartenders. In the evening there were two gentlemen working the bar, one shorter with no shirt, and a taller one. When my husband ordered the second round of vodka sodas to the taller guy, we received vodka tonics instead. My husband is very shy and didn't feel comfortable asking the bartender for a replacement, so I approached him and mentioned that he had order soda, not tonic. At that point the bartender could have simply said "I understood he said tonic" but instead he argued that my husband had ordered tonic. He didn't make the situation easier by engaging in a stupid discussion; why would we want to return a drink we ordered, unless it was the wrong one? In the end, I said "you know, you missed the point, the customer is always right". While he ended giving me the correct drink, he spoiled my night; I was respectful and friendly when I approached him, but he couldn't admit that he didn't hear, perhaps the music was too loud, but arguing with a regular patron was not the answer. We ended leaving the bar after the incident without even drinking the cocktail. I loved the place and with time I'm sure I'll be back. read more