Fodor's Expert Review Circa 39 Hotel

Located in the heart of Mid-Beach, this stylish yet affordable boutique hotel pays attention to every detail and gets them all right, with amenities that include a swimming pool and sundeck complete with cabanas and umbrella-shaded chaises that invite all-day lounging. Beyond the pool is a cute bar with board games and daily happy hour. The hotel also houses Jules Kitchen, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Rooms have wood floors and an eclectic crisp look with white and wood furnishings complemented with orange and aqua pillows.

room

Each of the hotel's 97 rooms features wood floors and Plantation shutters for warmth. Furnishings are in teak and white, with orange, green, and blue accent colors for a color pop. each room is equipped with flatscreen TV, coffee maker, and large closet.

YOU SHOULD KNOW All rooms are nonsmoking.

bathroom

Modern bathrooms in citrus hues offer glass showers and a lighted vanity.

YOU SHOULD KNOW Bathrooms have showers only.

lobby

Walk through the small, welcoming lobby filled with rattan furniture to stroll out in the Wunder Garden, where you can relax in swing chairs among palm trees and orchids. Have a cocktail and refresh among the greenery.

The WUnder Garden is open daily until 9 p.m. and bar service is available.

pool

A lush pool deck allows you to relax in a lounge. The beach is across the street and chairs are available for guests.

spa

None.

gym

There is a gym on site.

dining

Jules Kitchen is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Start with a breakfast buffet, then return for sandwiches, salads, and pastas for lunch and dinner.

drinking

Wunderbar offers craft cocktails and a good selection of local craft beers.

Take advantage of the daily happy hour from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. where you'll find $5 nibbles, $10 small plates, $5 beers, $7 wines, and $8 features cocktails and mixed drinks.