What's included at Fontainebleau and what costs extra

Your room rate covers the booked guestroom, standard in-room amenities, and access to public areas; free WiFi in guestrooms and public areas is included as part of the mandatory resort fee. Extra charges you should expect include a mandatory resort/hotel fee (covers beach access, fitness, pool access, WiFi and some services), valet parking and parking-related fees, spa treatments, dining and drinks, beach rentals/cabanas, childcare/babysitting, and certain guestroom incidentals (deposits, rollaway beds, pet fees).
In this guide
- What’s included with your room rate
- Resort fee, deposits and common mandatory charges
- Parking, transportation and pet fees
- Pools, beach access, cabanas and rentals
- Spa, fitness and wellness — what’s included vs. paid services
- Dining, nightlife and other paid extras
- Events, meeting spaces and special requests
What’s included with your room rate
When you pay for a room at Fontainebleau Miami Beach you get the reserved guestroom type you booked (for example Standard Room, Deluxe Room, or Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront (Sorrento)) and standard in-room amenities. Free WiFi in guestrooms and public areas is included as part of the resort’s mandatory resort fee.
Public-area access is included: you may use the hotel’s lobbies, public poolscape (main pool hours are 6:30 AM–sunset), walking access to the beach during beach hours (sunrise–6 PM), and many on-site restaurants and bars (meals and drinks are charged separately).
- Room occupancy limits and bed types depend on the room name you booked (example: Standard Room accommodates up to 4 guests).
- Check-in begins at 4:00 PM; check-out is before 11:00 AM.
- Only registered guests are allowed in guestrooms; photo ID and the cardholder present at check-in are required.
| Included | Notes |
|---|---|
| Room and standard in-room amenities | Per your confirmed room type |
| WiFi in rooms & public areas | Included via the mandatory resort fee |
| Access to pools & beach hours | Pools: daily 6:30 AM–sunset; beach: sunrise–6 PM |

Resort fee, deposits and common mandatory charges
Fontainebleau charges a mandatory resort/hotel fee that covers specific items rather than making those services individually billable: the fee includes beach access and beach loungers, pool access and some fitness classes, WiFi, local/toll-free calls, and a daily newspaper. Exact dollar amounts can vary by date or season; confirm the current amount when you book.
The hotel may also require a refundable incidental deposit at check-in (reported as a refundable deposit per room, per night). Other mandatory or commonly required charges at arrival can include a photo ID and credit-card hold for incidentals.
- Resort/hotel fee: mandatory (covers items listed above).
- Refundable deposit: may be required at check-in (amount varies).
- Guests must present photo ID and the card used for incidentals; the name must match the primary reservation.
| Typical extra charges | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Refundable deposit | Held on card at check-in (amount varies) |
| Rollaway bed | Available for a nightly fee |
| Resort/hotel fee | Covers beach access, fitness, WiFi, etc. |
Parking, transportation and pet fees
Valet parking is available on site for a surcharge; posted rates vary by season. The property does not provide a complimentary airport shuttle, though limo/town-car service and private transfers are available for a fee.
Fontainebleau is pet-friendly with a fee: up to two pets per room, up to 60 lbs each, for a per-pet, per-stay fee; service animals are exempt from the pet fee. There is a designated outdoor relief area on the property.
- On-site valet parking: surcharge applies (rates vary).
- No airport shuttle included; plan taxi/Uber/Lyft or private transfer (fees apply).
- Pet fee: up to two pets per room, fee per pet per stay; service animals exempt.
| Charge | Representative note |
|---|---|
| Valet parking | Fee applies (seasonal/varies) |
| Pet fee | Per pet per stay; service animals exempt |
| Town car / limo | Available for a fee |
Pools, beach access, cabanas and rentals
Access to the poolscape and main pool areas is included with your stay; the resort lists 11 distinct pool experiences, and main pool hours run 6:30 AM to sunset. Arkadia Day Club is a separate 21-and-over day club/pool that operates Friday–Sunday from 12:00 PM–6:00 PM and is restricted to guests 21 and over.
Beach access during beach hours (sunrise–6 PM) is included, though umbrella and cabana day-beds, additional lounge chairs, and water-sports rentals are available for rent at extra charge. The hotel asks guests not to bring outside food and beverage onto the pool deck.
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- Main pool access: included with your room/stay (hours 6:30 AM–sunset)
- Arkadia Day Club: adult-only (21+) day-club experience; entrance/use is separate and limited to weekends midday
- Beach rentals & cabanas: available to rent for a fee; water-sports (wave runners, paddleboards, kayaks) available daily 11 AM–6 PM
| What’s included | What costs extra |
|---|---|
| Pool & main poolscape access | Reserved cabanas, daybeds, private cabanas |
| Beach access (sunrise–6 PM) | Umbrellas, extra loungers, cabana day-beds rentals |
| General pool rules | Outside food/beverage discouraged; infants/toddlers must wear swimmies |

Spa, fitness and wellness — what’s included vs. paid services
Lapis Spa (the on-site spa) is an adults-only facility; guests must be 18 or older to use the spa or receive treatments. The spa facility (hydrotherapy circuit features like the Immersion Mineral Jet Bath, Essence Mineral Co‑ed Pool, Bleau Rain Room, and Eucalyptus Infusion Steam Room) is part of the spa amenities — access policies and whether facility use is included with treatments or charged separately can vary.
Spa treatments (massages, body treatments, facials, couples treatments like Bleau Heaven for Two) are charged separately. Historically, non-hotel guests needed to purchase a minimum service to use spa facilities; confirm current policies and pricing with the spa when booking.
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- Lapis Spa hours: typically 9:30 AM–6:00 PM (confirm on the day).
- Fitness Center hours: Monday–Friday 6 AM–8 PM, Saturday–Sunday 7 AM–6 PM; fitness center and classes are reserved for guests 18+.
- Complimentary Ocean Lawn circuit training (Wed–Sun mornings) and weekend Sunrise Yoga on the beach are listed as complimentary activities, but specialty classes or private training are extra.
| Service | Included/Extra |
|---|---|
| Spa facility/treatments | Treatments charged separately; facility-use policy varies |
| Fitness center access | Included (hours above) via resort access; reserved for 18+) |
| Group fitness (Ocean Lawn/Yoga) | Complimentary classes listed; check schedule |

Dining, nightlife and other paid extras
Dining and drinks are not included with room rates. Fontainebleau operates multiple signature and casual venues (Hakkasan, Prime 54, Mirabella, Vida, La Côte, Fresh, Bleau Bar, Blade, Arkadia Grill, and LIV Nightclub) — each charges for food and beverages and may require reservations for signature venues.
Nightclub entry, bottle service, and some late-night or special-event venue access are charged separately; LIV Nightclub and Arkadia Day Club have dress codes and may close for private events. Room service, private dining, and special catering for events are additional-charge services.
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- Signature restaurants (Hakkasan, Prime 54, Mirabella) typically recommend or require reservations and are charged a la carte
- Bleau Bar, Glow Bar, La Côte Bar: bar hours and menus are chargeable
- LIV Nightclub and Arkadia Day Club: separate entry/age rules and fees may apply
| Dining option | Typical extra |
|---|---|
| Hakkasan / Prime 54 / Mirabella | A la carte dinner; reservations recommended |
| Vida / Fresh / Chez Bon Bon | Casual dining; pay per item |
| LIV / Arkadia Day Club | Entry, day-club access, bottle service, or cover charges may apply |
Events, meeting spaces and special requests
Meetings, weddings and private events use dedicated event spaces (Sparkle Ballroom, Fontaine Ballroom, Pearl Ballroom & Terrace, Ocean Lawn, and many others) and carry rental fees and catering charges. The resort lists over 100,000 square feet of event space; specific rental costs depend on space, guest count, timing and service needs.
Professional photography/videography in public areas and guestrooms requires approval from the hotel’s Public Relations department, and private events often have separate production and security costs. Ask the sales or events team for a written estimate that itemizes space rental, food & beverage minimums, staffing, AV and any other surcharges.
- Event space rental and food/beverage are charged separately and vary widely by space and guest count.
- Wedding rental fees have published starting figures (confirm current pricing with the events team).
- Professional photography/videography in public spaces requires PR approval.
| Event item | Usually extra |
|---|---|
| Room rental / ballroom rental | Yes — rental fees vary by space |
| Catering / bartending | Charged per guest or per menu selection |
| AV, security, production | Usually quoted separately |


