South Beach is full of hidden architectural delights and Espanola Way is quite possibly the best-kept secret of the bunch. Located just off of Washington Avenue and north of 14^th Street, many visitors tend to stumble upon this narrow street bursting with bohemian charm on their way to a nightclub destination. Many more tend to linger just a bit longer in this unique quaint setting, enjoying a café latte or browsing through the various art galleries.

Art Deco may have left its mark on Ocean Drive and Lincoln Road but this 1920s design opted for a distinct Spanish Mediterranean look. This one-way strip is delicately lined with illuminated palm trees and European-style sidewalk cafés. Along the walls, intricate patterns cast in warm colors frame the staggered striped canopies and intimate balconies. Espanola Way is truly a picture-perfect sight from any angle and provides a refreshing change from the ultra-chic atmosphere found elsewhere on the Beach.

In such a small space, Espanola Way offers a wide variety of businesses for every interest including shopping, dining, entertainment, art and hotel accommodations. On the corner of Espanola Way and Washington Avenue lies the historic Clay Hotel and International Youth Hostel, attracting an interesting blend of International travelers with a carefree spirit and bohemian attitude. A local crowd can be found at the various cafés at all hours of the day and night. For those looking for more than just a casual coffee social, entertainment taken up a notch can also be found on this strip. Popular nightspots, LUA and Blue, offer dancing and drinking in a stylish atmosphere that can only be found in South Beach.

The most direct way to get to Espanola Way is through Washington Avenue. If going northbound on Washington, make a left onto Espanola Way.

Here are a few of the popular businesses on Espanola Way:

Accommodations

Clay Hotel and International Youth Hostel
1438 Washington Avenue
(305) 534-2988

Nightlife

LUA
409 Espanola Way
(305) 534-0061

Blue
222 Espańola Way
(between Washington Avenue and Collins Avenue)
(305) 534-1009

Dining

Moonlite Caffe
410 Espanola Way
(305) 604-9060

Art Galleries

Espanola Way Art Center
405 Espanola Way
(305) 673-0946

Marcel Pierre Gallery
420 Espanola Way
(305) 672-5305