Introducing Donatella Boutique Hotel & Restaurant: A Mediterranean Masterpiece in the Heart of Miami Beach

Source: Donatella Boutique Hotel & Restaurant

Reported By: Caroline Dalal

April 15th, 2025 – Miami Beach’s luxury hospitality scene welcomes a new icon this May with the debut of Donatella Boutique Hotel & Restaurant, the much-anticipated sister property to the legendary Versace Mansion, now The Villa Casa Casuarina. Developed by The Nakash Group—the powerhouse behind The Setai Miami Beach—and in collaboration with Vida & Estilo Hospitality Group, Donatella ushers in a refined chapter of boutique elegance just steps from the Art Deco Historic District.

Located at 1350 Collins Avenue, the Donatella Boutique Hotel offers guests a reimagined Mediterranean revival experience rooted in rich South Beach history. The building, originally crafted in 1922 by architect Wallace Tutt—the same creative force behind the Versace Mansion—has been meticulously restored to reflect its storied past while introducing a new era of sophisticated hospitality.

Designed by Mico Design Studio, the hotel’s interiors strike a harmonious balance between timeless Mediterranean influences and contemporary luxury. Across just six thoughtfully appointed suites, guests are surrounded by organic textures, like hand-cut stone and warm wood finishes, enhanced by custom lighting and gold-accented décor. Each room incorporates locally inspired art and bespoke details that tie the ambiance to Miami’s layered cultural narrative.

While the aesthetic evokes coastal calm, the service offers the intimacy and precision of a private residence. With dedicated butlers and concierge for each suite, every stay is tailored with care, discretion, and ease.

Though the hotel is a jewel box of its own, Donatella Restaurant is the heart of the experience. This coastal Southern Italian dining concept is helmed by Executive Chef Alessandro Morrone, whose roots in Napoli infuse each plate with the flavors, traditions, and soul of Italian home cooking. Chef Morrone crafts a seasonal menu with time-honored techniques, high-quality ingredients, and a reverence for family recipes.

Among the standout dishes:

• Polipo al Insalata
  

• Carpaccio Gambero Rosso
  

• Rigatoni Nduja
  

• Black Truffle Cacio e Pepe
  

• Veal Milanese
  

• Skull Island Prawns

These signature offerings unfold within a design-forward space where natural stone, golden finishes, and lush greenery converge under mirrored ceilings. Guests are guided through a Mediterranean-inspired progression—from a refined bar area with concierge-like elegance to a bustling open kitchen and into a VIP lounge anchored by a custom hand-painted mural from a local artist.

The restaurant, with seating for up to 170 and a private dining room for 15, is not simply an amenity—it is the driving force behind the entire Donatella concept.

Guests of the Donatella Boutique Hotel can expect an effortless blend of privacy, indulgence, and curated lifestyle offerings. In addition to elevated culinary experiences, the hotel provides:

• Access to a partner spa for signature massages and facials
  

• Entry to a state-of-the-art fitness center
  

• Private pool amenities at an exclusive off-site location
  

• Reserved beach access with luxurious daybeds and water sports offerings, including jet skis

Every detail is designed to foster a sense of curated escapism—intimate, refined, and distinctively Miami.

Reservations for both the hotel and restaurant open April 21, 2025, welcoming guests beginning in May. Whether you're drawn by the allure of elevated coastal Italian cuisine, the legacy of architectural excellence, or the intimacy of a six-room boutique experience with butler service, Donatella offers a fresh take on South Beach sophistication.

Visit donatellahotel.com or donatellarestaurant.com to reserve your stay or secure your table.

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