A newly renovated beachfront hotel is set to expand meeting and event options in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida. Opening this March, The Sunny introduces more than 22,000 sf of flexible indoor and outdoor event space following the complete redevelopment of the former Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort, originally opened in 1967.
For meeting planners seeking oceanfront venues in the Miami area, the 340-room property offers a range of adaptable spaces designed for corporate meetings, social events and incentive gatherings.
Meetings & Event Space Overview
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Atlantic Ballroom & Terrace – A flexible ballroom accommodating up to 350 guests, designed for corporate conferences, networking receptions and large-scale social events. The space supports customizable layouts, immersive lighting and adaptable staging for daytime meetings or evening functions.
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Ocean’s Edge Beach – Direct beachfront event space for up to 350 attendees, offering planners the opportunity to host receptions and celebrations directly on the sand with Atlantic Ocean views.
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Palm Court – An outdoor courtyard venue framed by palm trees, suitable for gatherings of up to 75 guests, including executive receptions or breakout events.
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Newport Pier – A distinctive over-water venue accommodating up to 119 guests, positioned on the historic pier extending into the Atlantic, creating a unique setting for private dinners or VIP events.
Guest Accommodations & Onsite Amenities
The Sunny features 340 renovated guest rooms and suites. Amenities include direct beach access, a private beach club and multiple food and beverage outlets. Notably, the hotel will introduce a dining concept located directly on the historic Newport Pier—one of the few oceanfront restaurant venues of its kind in the Miami area—led by a recognized Miami-based culinary team.
Expanding the Sunny Isles Beach Meetings Market
Located in Sunny Isles Beach between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, The Sunny adds new inventory to South Florida’s competitive meetings and incentives landscape. With its March opening, The Sunny enters the market positioned to serve corporate meetings, social celebrations, association gatherings and incentive programs seeking a contemporary oceanfront setting in South Florida.
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