Sagmore South Beach good stay for teens ?

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How is Sagmore Miami Beach for family with two teens ? Am i better off in Hollywood (Diplomat) or Sunny Isles (Trump). I am leaning towards Sagamore because I will have a suite. Diplomat is cheapest but regular room

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Great question. Choosing between Sagamore South Beach, the Diplomat in Hollywood, or the Trump in Sunny Isles depends a lot on what “family with two teens” means for you — how active they are, how much you want walkability, beach-time vs other activities, and how important having a suite is. Below is a detailed breakdown, plus pros and trade-offs.

How is Sagamore Miami Beach (South Beach) for a family with teens?

The Sagamore is a boutique, art-hotel right in the heart of South Beach. Its location is very walkable — you’re steps from Lincoln Road Mall, the Art Deco District, Ocean Drive, and the beach.

Because it’s an “art hotel,” there’s a cultural vibe: rotating art exhibits, a sculpture garden, and a design-forward aesthetic. This can make the stay feel more enriching than a typical resort.

The hotel has very spacious suites — for example, their double suite includes two double beds, a sleeper sofa, separate living/sleeping areas, and a kitchenette. That’s a big plus for families with teens, because it gives everyone room to spread out and for parents to have a little privacy.

There’s a zero-entry pool (so younger or less confident swimmers can ease in) that overlooks the beach, surrounded by palms. Access to the beach is private (or more controlled), which is great for safety and convenience.

On the food side, the Sagamore’s Canvas restaurant offers all-day dining, and there’s a pool bar too — nice for relaxing with teens in the afternoon.

There are family-friendly things nearby to do: the hotel itself recommends activities like heading to the Miami Children’s Museum, or exploring South Pointe Park and Ocean Drive.

However — not everything is perfect: some recent traveler reviews note maintenance issues, extra fees (valet, beach chairs, cabanas), and occasional service problems. Also, on Reddit a guest mentioned getting charged for “damages” after leaving, though they disputed it.

Bottom line on Sagamore for teens: It’s very well-suited for a family that wants to be in the action of South Beach, walk to restaurants/shopping, and enjoys a more cultured boutique stay. The suite gives you good space, and the location is lively — but you should be aware of fees and occasional upkeep issues.

Compare with the other two options:

Diplomat Beach Resort (Hollywood, FL):
- Much larger resort: ~1,000 rooms.
- Very family-friendly amenities: two beachfront pools, a “Dip + Slide” splash area for kids/teens.
- More dining options on-site: several restaurants and lounges.
- Location: undoubtably more spread out; Hollywood Beach is nice but doesn’t have quite the same iconic walkable South Beach feel. (It’s farther from Miami attractions.)
- Pros: cost may be lower for a standard room; more “resort” feel with big pools; good for families wanting space and amenities.
  Cons: less walkable to “Miami Beach stuff”; might feel more like a conference or big-resort environment.
Trump International Beach Resort (Sunny Isles, FL):
- Very upscale, resort-style, but calmer than South Beach.
- Amenities: two pools (grotto-style with waterfalls + lap pool), cabanas, water sports, spa (Aquanox).
- Spacious rooms / suites: many have kitchenettes; good for families.
- Kid / teen-friendly: there’s no *dedicated* kids’ club for older teens, but they do run a “Planet Kids” club for younger ones, and recreation is family-oriented.
- Nearby attractions: Aventura Mall is very close (great for shopping), plus parks and outdoor activities.
- Food: on-site dining includes Gili’s Beach Club (seafood / Mediterranean), Azzurro (Italian), Japanese fusion, room service.
- Pros: more relaxed vibe than South Beach, plenty of room, and great amenities. Good balance for “family resort” feel.
  Cons: less walkable to the core of South Beach or its nightlife; you may need to drive or Uber into the city for many Miami attractions.

Given that you’re leaning toward Sagamore because you’ll have a suite:

- That’s a strong point: having a suite in South Beach gives you more comfort, separate space, and flexibility with teens (hangout area, separate beds).
- If being in *South Beach* is a priority — walking, restaurants, art, beach — Sagamore is probably more fun and “Miami beach-y.”
- If you don’t mind being a little north (Sunny Isles) and trade some walkability for a true resort experience, the Trump is very compelling: more pool, more chill, very family-oriented.
- If budget is very important and a standard room is significantly cheaper at Diplomat, that could be a solid choice, especially if you plan to spend a lot of time at the hotel pool or beach and less in South Beach at night.

My recommendation:
For *teens*, I lean toward Sagamore or Trump, depending on what kind of trip you want.
- Choose Sagamore if they enjoy exploring, walking around, shopping, and soaking up the South Beach energy.
- Choose Trump Sunny Isles if you want a more relaxed resort feel, with space to spread out, calm beach time, and easy access to shopping / family activities.
- Use Diplomat if you want value, a classic resort vibe, and don’t need a suite
— but know it’s more “big hotel” than boutique.

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