Stay near the Art Basel Action
Art lovers and culture enthusiasts, if you’re wondering where to stay for Art Basel Miami, look no further. Every December, Miami Beach becomes a stage for Modern and contemporary art with over 250 galleries during a week-long art showcase. Pop-up collection visits, outdoor exhibitions, and exciting once-a-year events take over South Beach and the Miami Design District.
For travelers seeking an Art Basel Miami hotel, Kimpton Surfcomber puts you steps from the city's most exciting art experiences while offering a beachfront escape from the crowds. Located near the Miami Beach Convention Center, the hotel offers easy access to galleries, exhibits, and Art Basel events Miami visitors come to see every year. Surfcomber is a favorite among guests searching for hotels near Art Basel Miami Beach.
Walk to Art Basel Miami Events
Leave the car behind and explore on foot. Kimpton Surfcomber's prime South Beach location keeps guests close to Art Basel venues, galleries, installations, and special events throughout Miami Beach. With many major events just a short walk away, it's an ideal answer for anyone wondering where to stay for Art Basel Miami.
Art-Inspired Experiences at Surfcomber
The Art Basel energy extends beyond the convention center. Kimpton Surfcomber hosts Art Basel-inspired programming throughout the week, making the hotel feel like part of the scene, not just a place to stay.
After a day of exhibitions and events, unwind on the beach, grab a cocktail at The Social Club or Solei Beach Club, or relax by the pool deck. For travelers seeking the best hotels for Art Basel Miami, Surfcomber offers the perfect mix of location, atmosphere, and oceanfront relaxation.
Miami Art Week Happenings
Cut, Paste & Cocktails Workshop
December 5th | 3 PM – 5 PM | The Social Club
Join artist Kimberly Welbaum, whose work is displayed throughout The Social Club, for an artist-led collage experience where you’ll cut, layer, and compose your own one-of-a-kind artwork. Explore a curated collection of imagery, textures, and typography while enjoying unlimited Sarti and Aperol Spritz and a generous charcuterie spread.
Flavor of Miami
November 30th – December 7th | The Cabanas at Solei Beach Club
Discover a selection of vibrant works by Jonathan Pedigo, whose distinctive style brings together nature, music, bold lines, and expressive color. Guests can enjoy a specially curated cocktail menu featuring drinks inspired by and thoughtfully paired with his artwork.
Live Painting Experience: Dec 5th | 5 PM – 7 PM
Watch artist Jonathan Pedigo bring his creativity to life through a live painting session during our signature Wine Hour. Guests are invited to enjoy a glass of wine or beer while experiencing the artistry firsthand.
Your Mark On Art
November 29th – December 5th | The Social Club
Celebrate the creative energy of Art Basel with a visit to The Social Club, where art and dining come together in an unexpected way. Featuring a collaborative collage concept by Kimberly Welbaum, whose artwork is displayed throughout The Social Club, this interactive experience invites guests to become part of the art themselves. Inspired by fashion, florals, architecture, and visual textures, the evolving collage brings together individual contributions to create one collective work of art. Stop by, choose your favorite fragments, and add your own creative touch while enjoying a meal in our art-filled setting. Whether you're taking a break between gallery visits, meeting friends for a meal, or simply looking for something creative to discover, make The Social Club part of your Art Basel experience.
You Cannot Step into the Same Ocean Twice
November 12th – December 19th | Kimpton Surfcomber Lobby
Like stepping into the ocean, the place may feel the same, but the light has changed, the water has moved and so have we. Alex Nuñez’s "You Cannot Step into the Same Ocean Twice" begins with the landscape that has shaped her life and practice: Miami. Drawing from South Florida’s Caribbean light, dense vegetation and proximity to water, Nuñez creates an environment alive with the saturated color that defines her paintings. Printed aluminum palms emerge around an iridescent portal that reflects the viewer as sunlight passes through it, casting colored shadows across the hotel. Paintings and works on paper carry this imagined ecosystem onto the surrounding walls.