Homestead, FL

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Gaze up at the coral rock castle, sunbathe on one of the beaches and watch NASCAR racing at the track in this town located between two national parks.

Homestead is a charming town in the outskirts of Miami with many intriguing attractions. It’s often used as a base for exploring the surrounding marshes and islands. Bring your hiking boots to traverse the tropical wetlands of the region.

The town hosts part of the NASCAR racing season. Visit the Homestead Miami Speedway to watch the exciting stock car competition. Browse the souvenirs at the gift shop. Go to the Homestead Sports Complex, an arena with 6,500 seats, to see baseball training sessions.

Among the main leisure activities in the region is golf, with many courses spread across the stunning scenery of Homestead. Play a few rounds at the 18-hole Redland Golf and Country Club.

Visit the Fruit and Spice Park to see the fascinating plants and animals in the 37-acre (15-hectare) botanical garden. Inspect the diverse array of spices, vegetables, fruits and herbs on display in this scenic garden. Nearby is the impressive sculpture garden of the Coral Castle Museum. Examine the castle and statues that artist Edward Leedskalnin carved from coral rock in the first half of the 20th century.

Expect warm to hot weather year-round, with wet and stormy summers. Take advantage of a sunny day for a trip to the beaches and atoll pool of Homestead Bayfront Park. Kids can frolic in the playground, while adults fish from the footpath bridge.

Use the town as a base for exploring the wetlands of Everglades National Park and the Southern Glades as well as the coral reef mazes and islands of Biscayne National Park.

Find Homestead between Everglades National Park and Miami on the southern cape of Florida. Fly to Miami International Airport and drive south for 35 miles (56 kilometers) to get here. Visit other parts of the region, such as the Florida Keys and Kendall.

Homestead is an interesting town with museums, NASCAR racing and beach-laden parks.

Where to stay in Homestead

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Naranja

The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travelers visit Naranja. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Coral Castle Museum and Live Like Bella Park, a few notable attractions nearby.

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Downtown Homestead

While visiting Downtown Homestead, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Town Hall and Seminole Theatre.

Downtown Homestead
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Silver Palm

While Silver Palm might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Coral Castle Museum and Homestead Air Force Base.

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Kimpton EPIC Hotel by IHG

Kimpton EPIC Hotel by IHG

5 out of 5
270 Biscayne Blvd Way, Miami, FL
$215 nightly
The price is $243 total per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
$243 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Miami. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
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Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Kimpton EPIC Hotel by IHG
citizenM Miami Brickell

citizenM Miami Brickell

4 out of 5
11 SE 10th Street, Miami, FL
$119 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$134 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Miami. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,569 reviews)
"Lovely place"

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Holiday Inn Miami - International Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Miami - International Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
1111 S Royal Poinciana Blvd, Miami Springs, FL
Fully refundable
$79 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
$89 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Miami Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,150 reviews)
"Clean great service"

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Holiday Inn Miami - International Airport by IHG
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New Listing! Quaint Spanish Colonial House  Gateway to the FL Keys & Everglades

New Listing! Quaint Spanish Colonial House Gateway to the FL Keys & Everglades

Homestead
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Homestead. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (184 reviews)
Wonderful stay with an outstanding host!
"On our trip to Florida, we were lucky enough to book a night at this amazing property... but we should have booked a few more nights! The house is wonderful - clean, cozy and very welcoming with plenty of room for our family of 5 adults. And I have never had a more thoughtful, helpful or kind host. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2025

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Smart Brickell Hotel

Smart Brickell Hotel

4 out of 5
239 SW 9th St, Miami, FL
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Miami. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (685 reviews)
"Overall it was a good stay. There’s plenty of space, the balcony is nice, has modern appliances and it is great to have own laundromat with pods provided in the suite. Gym, pool, and sauna are all great. Walking distance to Publix, cafes and restaurants. The only thing I can probably say is the dirty ..."

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Smart Brickell Hotel
Sentral Alea Miami

Sentral Alea Miami

4 out of 5
230 NE 4th Street, Miami, FL
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Miami. Enjoy 4 restaurants, a rooftop terrace, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Bayside Marketplace and Kaseya Center ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (169 reviews)
Pretty Good overall
"Friendly reception at the desk. Pool area was a little dirty, but not too bad. Exterior area was a little dirty. Very convenient access to the overhead tram stop and to the Bayside tourist area. New construction of 100 story tall hotel behind so expect noise during work hours, but was a great view ..."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Sentral Alea Miami
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Reviews of Homestead

3.8
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
76
5 - Excellent 23%
4 - Good
139
4 - Good 42%
3 - Okay
93
3 - Okay 28%
2 - Disappointing
11
2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 3%

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

This hotel needs to refund all my money back for kicking my son out early. For security Guard name Robert kick my son out of the hotel with police for no reason; Just because my son is Black. It was the other quest people making noise.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Not completely satisfied but the keys were closed off because of covid-19 so it was our only option

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

Horrible people.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Hotel was a disaster

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It was decent

4/5 - Good

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