The residence
A rare South Beach property with a design language entirely its own
The Setai combines a restored Henry Hohauser Art Deco landmark, a 40-story ocean tower and a hospitality culture built around privacy rather than spectacle.
The property reopened as The Setai in 2004, pairing the former Dempsey-Vanderbilt hotel with a contemporary tower designed in an Asian-influenced vocabulary. Ownership includes hotel-oriented suites and privately held Ocean Suites, so unit classification, rental-program participation and service costs must be understood before comparing two offerings.
- Residence address
- 101 20th St
- Location
- South Beach
- Structures
- Art Deco + ocean tower
- Tower
- 40 stories
- Design
- Henry Hohauser / Jean-Michel Gathy
- Setai opening
- 2004
Current availability
The Setai Miami Beach Residences for Sale
Active resale opportunities are shown below. Confirm whether an offering is in the historic building or ocean tower, how it is legally classified and whether it participates in the hotel rental program. Request a confidential search.
Listing information is supplied by the MLS and participating brokers. Availability, pricing and property details are subject to change.
Why buyers choose it
What distinguishes The Setai Miami Beach
The Setai combines a restored Henry Hohauser Art Deco landmark, a 40-story ocean tower and a hospitality culture built around privacy rather than spectacle.
Ocean tower
Upper-floor suites frame Atlantic, coastline and city views through broad glass walls.
Art Deco building
Historic-building suites retain a more intimate scale and different ownership profile.
Asian material palette
Teak, stone and restrained detailing distinguish The Setai from brighter coastal interiors.
Program matters
Rental participation, owner-use rules and service charges should be confirmed for the individual unit.
Advisor perspective
What to evaluate before making an offer
The Setai should be underwritten as both real estate and a hospitality product. View and floor still matter, but legal classification, operating program and net economics can be equally important.
Unit classification
Confirm whether the offering is an Art Deco suite, Ocean Suite or other residential interest and identify the rights and restrictions attached to it.
Rental economics
Request current program terms, owner-use limits, management deductions, historical statements and a realistic net-income analysis.
Service structure
Review association and hotel-related charges, reserves, insurance, furnishings, renovation requirements and any planned capital work.
Heritage and design
Art Deco structure, Asian refinement and a deliberately quiet atmosphere
The original building opened in the 1930s as the Dempsey-Vanderbilt hotel and was designed by Miami Beach architect Henry Hohauser. Its restoration preserved a genuine Art Deco presence rather than building a themed imitation.
Jean-Michel Gathy's interiors layer teak, dark stone, bronze and objects influenced by Asian craft. The ocean tower extends that calm vertical rhythm above the historic building. The resulting experience is more intimate and composed than many of South Beach's socially driven resorts.
Inside the residences
Two ownership experiences within one highly serviced property
Art Deco suites and Ocean Suites differ in scale, outlook and use. Tower residences can offer multiple bedrooms and panoramic water views, while smaller hotel-oriented suites may emphasize flexibility and managed operation.
Amenities and service
Hotel service with a quieter, highly personalized point of view
The Setai's value is rooted in consistent hospitality, design identity and oceanfront amenities. Buyers should decide whether they want a managed hotel asset, a personal residence or a combination of both.
Pools and beach
Three temperature-controlled infinity pools, cabanas and full-service beach access.
Dining
Jaya, Japon, Ocean Grill, courtyard dining and 24-hour in-suite service.
Wellness
Valmont spa, fitness center, saunas, cold plunge and tailored treatments.
Concierge
Highly personalized arrival, concierge, housekeeping, valet and residence support.
The neighborhood
South Beach
The Setai Miami Beach is located at 101 20th Street in South Beach.
The address is part of the ownership decision: compare daily access, privacy, nearby dining and services, waterfront or park connections, and the long-term effect of surrounding development alongside the residence itself.
Questions buyers ask
The Setai Miami Beach FAQ
What is The Setai Miami Beach?
The Setai is an oceanfront hotel and residential property that combines a restored Art Deco landmark with a 40-story ocean tower and Asian-influenced hospitality.
Where are The Setai residences located?
Residential offerings are associated with the property at Collins Avenue and 20th Street in South Beach. MLS listings commonly use 101 20th Street for the residential tower.
What amenities distinguish The Setai?
Its signature amenities include three infinity pools maintained at different temperatures, private beach service, the Valmont spa, multiple restaurants and highly personalized concierge service.
Can owners place a Setai residence in a rental program?
Certain units may participate in a hotel rental program. Eligibility, owner-use rules, fees, furnishings and revenue terms must be confirmed for the specific offering.
What should buyers review before purchasing?
Review unit classification, rental-program documents, owner-use restrictions, service charges, association financials, furnishings, renovation history and the residence's exact view and floor plan.
Private advisory
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