
Despite the economy, the South Beach W Hotel has opened their doors with much fanfare.
Developers pumped more than $500 million into the 408-unit condo-hotel that features an oceanfront balcony and marble bathrooms in each guest room, as well as contemporary art in public spaces from such masters as Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat and photographer Danny Clinch.
Some facilities will open later this summer, including the first Florida outlet of Mr. Chow restaurant and a unit of New York-based Bliss Spa.
Through Dec. 31, the hotel offers a package starting at $382 per night that includes DJ lessons, jet ski rides, a cocktail tour, room upgrade, The Little Black Book of Party Games and other goodies for two.

- The W Hollywood Residences
Located at one of the world's most famous intersections at Hollywood and Vine, the W Hollywood will neighbor the world-famous Kodak theatre.
Th... - W Paris unveils interior details
Hotel chain Starwood has released new details of its soon-to-open luxury property in Paris, set to open on February 14.
The W Paris revealed De... - Wet Deck at W Hong Kong
W Hong Kong continues to WOW the town this summer by the launch of its poolside bar Wet Deck on the 76th floor.
With the phenomenal views and s... - Starwood Preferred Guest points most valuable
Starwood's Preferred Guest program has topped a list of the 'best value' reward programs from US website NextAdvisor.
Preferred Guest, a loyalt... - W Hotels brings superstar DJs around the world
W Hotels has announced yet another addition to its musical offering, in the form of a global tour of DJs, in association with energy drink Burn.
...