If Palm Springs and a dreamy Pinterest board had a baby, it would be The Shores Miami. Smack bang on the Gold Coast, just a thong’s throw from the beach, this boutique bolthole is the kind of place your inner maximalist and outer minimalist will both approve of.
Designed by interiors wizard Jason Grant, the vibe is coastal cool with a twist of nostalgic fabulous. Think pastel tones, playful patterns, and all the modern conveniences your influencer heart desires (yes, the lighting is that good).
Want to blast your poolside playlist while sipping a Hard Fizz? Sorted.
Prefer to let AI Sheila handle your check-in? She’s on it; Australia’s first-ever AI concierge and your new favourite virtual mate.
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Inside, it’s mindful, minimal and very millennial right down to the makeup-friendly mirrors and sneaky charging stations. Outside, it’s an Instagram dream, complete with curated collabs, surround sound vibes and the same motel that once starred in a Sneaky Sound System music video. (Yep, that “UFO” clip. We just saved you a ton of Googling.)
Why It Exists
To turn a classic motel into something way more fun than it needs to be.
The Vibe
Retro, playful, a little bit extra.
Your Bed Tonight
Minimal, modern rooms with smart touches and very good lighting.
The Thing You’ll Brag About Later
Staying somewhere that looks like a Pinterest board in real life.
Eat / Drink This
Hard Fizz by the pool, playlist optional but defs encouraged.
Steal This Local Move
Skip reception; let AI Sheila check you in and get straight to the pool.
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