Large group of us all bringing families. Looking for something near shopping, restaurants , and some family friendly night life. Also really prefer something that's walkable to the beach if possible. Budget of $250/night or so maybe a little more. Any suggestions appreciated!

Stay far away from South Beach. You will regret staying/going there.

Leaning towards this...

https://www.icmiamihotel.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb&trackingSource=GoogleBusiness

lawless89 said:

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Stay far away from South Beach. You will regret staying/going there.

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This. Avoid south beach like the plague. I was there 2 years ago. The spring break shenanigans that made the news a couple of months ago are an accurate reflection of what SB has become.

Look into Fort Lauderdale

Versailles Restaurant in Little Havana. That's all I got.

Be sure to go to the bakery next door after dinner

Fort Lauderdale. Lots to do for family activities/beach, and much safer. Plus, closer/easier drive the the game.

that spot will be fine for walking to Brickell restaurants and shopping, but you're going to be driving to the beach from there. That hotel is a bit long in the tooth, but can't beat it from a price/location standpoint.

South Beach is only about a 15 minute Uber from there. That area gets a little dicey at night (especially during Spring Break), but there's a public beach called South Pointe Park that we like a lot. You can bring chairs/umbrellas or rent them there.

Go stay on the beach at Hollywood Beach or even Fort Lauderdale. They are closer to Hard Rock Stadium anyway.

As others have said Ft lauderdale is great option

It's been 15 years I think, but last time we played at Miami we flew into and stayed in Ft Lauderdale.