Espanola Way
South
Beach is full of hidden architectural delights and
Espanola Way is quite possibly the best-kept secret
of the bunch. Located just off of Washington Avenue
and north of 14th Street, many visitors
tend to stumble upon this narrow street bursting
with bohemian charm on their way to a nightclub
destination. Many more tend to linger just a bit
longer in this unique quaint setting, enjoying a
café latte or browsing through the various art
galleries.
Art
Deco may have left its mark on Ocean Drive and
Lincoln Road but this 1920s design opted for a
distinct Spanish Mediterranean look. This one-way
strip is delicately lined with illuminated palm
trees and European-style sidewalk cafés. Along the
walls, intricate patterns cast in warm colors frame
the staggered striped canopies and intimate
balconies. Espanola Way is truly a picture-perfect
sight from any angle and provides a refreshing
change from the ultra-chic atmosphere found
elsewhere on the Beach.
In
such a small space, Espanola Way offers a wide
variety of businesses for every interest including
shopping, dining, entertainment, art and
hotel
accommodations. On the corner of Espanola Way and
Washington Avenue lies the historic Clay Hotel and
International Youth Hostel, attracting an
interesting blend of International travelers with a
carefree spirit and bohemian attitude. A local crowd
can be found at the various cafés at all hours of
the day and night. For those looking for more than
just a casual coffee social, entertainment taken up
a notch can also be found on this strip. Popular nightspots, LUA and Blue, offer dancing and drinking
in a stylish atmosphere that can only be found in
South Beach.
The
most direct way to get to Espanola Way is through
Washington Avenue. If going northbound on
Washington, make a left onto Espanola Way.
Here
are a few of the popular businesses on Espanola Way:
Accommodations
Clay
Hotel and International Youth Hostel
1438 Washington Avenue
(305) 534-2988
Nightlife
LUA
409 Espanola Way
(305) 534-0061
Blue
222 Espańola Way
(between Washington Avenue and Collins Avenue)
(305) 534-1009
Dining
Moonlite
Caffe
410 Espanola Way
(305) 604-9060
Art
Galleries
Espanola
Way Art Center
405 Espanola Way
(305) 673-0946
Marcel
Pierre Gallery
420 Espanola Way
(305) 672-5305
ESPANOLA
WAY
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