The Elser’s rooftop pool, hot tub and fitness facilities
The Elser Hotel Miami’s rooftop deck includes a 132-foot wraparound pool with a gradient entry and shallow end plus a 16-person swim-spa hot tub, all part of the hotel’s amenity package. A two-story, 24-hour fitness complex (about 10,000 sq ft) and daily yoga/fitness classes are included through the hotel’s amenity fee; non-guests can buy day passes for pool or fitness use.
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Rooftop pool — what to expect
The rooftop deck features a 132-foot wraparound resort-style pool with a gradient entry and a shallow end described as family-friendly. The pool area includes private lounge areas, sun loungers, umbrellas, and a 16-foot poolside LED screen.
Rooftop pool access is included in the hotel’s daily amenity fee for guests. The Bayview Terrace (rooftop restaurant) and a poolside bar serve food and drinks on the deck; the terrace is for hotel guests and residents only.
- Pool length: 132 feet (wraparound design)
- Gradient entry with a shallow end suitable for families
- Rooftop deck features lounge chairs, umbrellas, towels and a poolside LED screen
- Bayview Terrace (rooftop) serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and cocktails — access limited to guests/residents
| Source | Typical rooftop pool hours |
|---|---|
| Hotel FAQ/listing | Generally morning through evening (variously listed — see hotel for exact times) |
| Third-party listings | Examples: 8:00 AM–8:00 PM or 9:00 AM–7:00 PM on some sites |
| Note | Hours vary by source — check with the hotel front desk for the day you arrive |
Swim-spa hot tub and water features
A 16-person swim-spa hot tub sits on the rooftop near the pool; the hotel references it as part of the rooftop amenity rather than a separate branded spa facility. No dedicated spa treatment menu or named spa brand is listed in the hotel’s official materials.
The hotel’s FAQ and marketing mention the hot tub as included in the amenity package. There are no additional verified details about hot-tub hours or age-specific rules beyond the property’s general check-in and guest-age policies.
- 16-person swim-spa hot tub on the rooftop deck
- Included in the amenity fee for registered guests
- No separate on-site spa brand or treatment list verified in hotel materials
| Feature | What the hotel states |
|---|---|
| Hot tub capacity | 16 people (swim-spa hot tub) |
| Spa treatments | No named full-service spa or treatment menu verified |
| Accessibility info | General rooftop access is covered by amenity fee; check desk for accommodation details |
Fitness complex, classes and passes
The Elser operates a roughly 10,000-square-foot, two-story fitness complex with cardio and weight equipment and a separate fitness studio. The health club is open 24 hours and the property includes daily yoga and fitness classes as part of the amenity package.
Non-guests can buy a Fitness Pass via third-party providers (similar to the pool day pass) if they want one-time access without staying overnight. Personal training is mentioned among the fitness offerings; for specifics such as class schedules or trainer rates, contact the hotel or fitness desk directly.
- 24-hour two-story health club (cardio, weights, fitness studio)
- Daily yoga and fitness classes included with the amenity fee
- Personal training available (contact hotel for details)
- Fitness-only day passes available through third-party providers
| Who it covers | Included with amenity fee? |
|---|---|
| Registered guests | Yes — pool, hot tub, fitness complex, and daily classes |
| Non-guests | Can purchase day passes for pool and fitness via providers like ResortPass |
| Class schedules | Offered daily; check front desk or class board for the day’s schedule |
Poolside dining — Bayview Terrace and service
The Elser Bay Terrace (also called Bayview Terrace / Bayview Rooftop Bar & Kitchen) is the rooftop restaurant and bar serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, brunch and craft cocktails with Biscayne Bay views. It sits on the same rooftop deck as the pool and hot tub and is described as being about 123 feet above the bay.
The rooftop restaurant and bar are exclusive to guests and residents; it is not open to the general public. Breakfast hours and terrace hours are listed on the hotel site (examples: breakfast 7:00 AM–12:00 PM; terrace roughly 7:30 AM–9:00 PM Sunday–Thursday and until 10:00 PM on Friday–Saturday), but food-service times vary by source, so confirm current hours with the hotel.
- Rooftop restaurant name: The Elser Bay Terrace (Bayview Terrace / Bayview Rooftop Bar & Kitchen)
- Typical breakfast window listed as 7:00 AM–12:00 PM
- Rooftop terrace hours vary by day — check front desk for the day you visit
- Rooftop areas (dining and pool) are generally for guests and residents only
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Rooftop dining availability | Guest/resident access only |
| Sample breakfast hours | 7:00 AM–12:00 PM (hotel listing) |
| Sunset/late service | Hours extend later on Fridays and Saturdays per hotel listing |
Access, amenity fee and day passes
A daily amenity fee covers rooftop pool and hot tub use, the fitness complex, daily yoga/fitness classes, in-room and property-wide Wi‑Fi, and guest access to a private partner beach club on Miami Beach. The hotel lists the amenity fee amount in its materials; check current rates at booking or with the front desk.
The Elser sells rooftop pool and fitness day passes to non-guests through third-party services such as ResortPass. Third-party listings show sample day-pass prices and family pass bundles; availability and exact pricing can change, so check the provider or the hotel before you go.
- Amenity fee includes: rooftop pool & hot tub, fitness complex, daily classes, beach club access, in-room Wi‑Fi
- Guests receive complimentary partner beach club access (chairs, towels, umbrella included) on Miami Beach
- Pool and fitness day passes are available to non-guests via third-party platforms; family passes and separate fitness passes are commonly offered
| Access type | Typical inclusion |
|---|---|
| Registered guest | Rooftop pool/hot tub, fitness center, daily classes, beach club access, Wi‑Fi |
| Non-guest day pass | Access to pool or fitness (depends on pass), towels and lounge chairs (varies by pass) |
| Family pass | Often available as a bundled rate for two adults + two kids via day-pass providers |
Tips for families and practical notes
The hotel’s rooftop pool has a gradient shallow entry that the hotel describes as family-friendly. The property welcomes children of all ages, but the registering guest must be at least 21 years old; guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at check-in.
If you’re visiting the rooftop as a guest or with a day pass, verify pool hours, child policies, cabana or cabana-surcharge rules, and towel or cabana reservation details with the front desk. Pets are not allowed on the amenity deck or at the partner beach club.
- Registering guest must be at least 21; children of all ages are welcome in rooms
- Confirm rooftop pool hours and any child-supervision rules at check-in
- Pets are not permitted on the Amenity Deck; service animals are allowed in accordance with ADA
- If you need accessible routes, the hotel notes wheelchair-accessible paths and accessible fitness/pool access details — ask the front desk for specifics
| Practical item | What to do |
|---|---|
| Towels at pool | Hotel supplies towels for pool use (included with amenity fee) |
| Beach club access | Included with amenity fee; partner beach club rules apply (no pets, no large coolers, etc.) |
| Incidental hold | Hotel requires a daily incidental hold at check-in — ask front desk about the amount and card policy |
