Life really is a beach when you stay in Miami’s vibrant Brickell neighbourhood, just a 10-minute drive to South Beach and its endless sun, sand and surf. Though you may be tempted to pass your time in the city lying horizontal with a cocktail in hand, trust us when we say it'll be hard to resist the area's nightlife and attractions with a huge array of nearby venues, clubs, bars and museums begging to be visited – the restaurants at Brickell City Centre deserve special mention. Back at base, you’ll find the bathroom and kitchen well-stocked, plus ample home entertainment in the form of cable TV. Don’t neglect the communal areas, though – there’s a fully kitted-out on-site gym, a rooftop swimming pool with plenty of loungers and a conference room for those here on business. This perfect Floridian location means everything you want is accessible at the click of your fingers – there's a reason this world-class destination gets called The Magic City.

Home truths:
*The host only accepts bookings from those who live outside of a 60 mile radius
*The sleeper sofa takes up the bulk of the communal living space when set up and will require rearranging furniture
*If you're bringing a car, daily parking is available for $24.40, while monthly is $244 — street parking is free but unallocated
*Please note there may be slight differences in the aesthetics and furniture in each apartment compared with the photographs shown.