In Brief: The James Nautilus Miami Beach is scheduled to open in late 2026 as the flagship property of The James Hotels, managed by Sonesta International Hotel Corporation.
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The James Nautilus Miami Beach – Image Credit Sonesta
The James Nautilus Miami Beach is set to open in late 2026 on Collins Avenue as the flagship property for The James Hotels, a brand managed by Sonesta International Hotel Corporation. The 250-room hotel occupies the site of the original Nautilus Hotel, designed by Morris Lapidus and opened in the early 1950s.
The property’s design is led by Anderson Miller, with an emphasis on honoring Lapidus’s historical legacy and signature style. Services Property Trust purchased the hotel in June 2023.
The James Nautilus Miami Beach will feature food and beverage outlets developed in partnership with LDV Hospitality, the group behind New York City venues such as Scarpetta, American Cut, and Barlume. Planned concepts include a signature restaurant with Mediterranean-style cuisine and alfresco seating extending to the pool and beach, an omakase dining option, and a late-night lounge.
The opening of The James Nautilus Miami Beach marks the beginning of The James Hotels brand’s expansion, with a Downtown Miami property planned for 2030.
