Airbnb partners with Art Basel Miami Beach on unique experiences & stays 

As Art Basel’s landmark fair in the Americas returns to Miami Beach this December, Airbnb is partnering with the world-renowned cultural event to highlight a variety of premium and affordable stays – allowing art lovers from across the globe to fully immerse themselves in the creative energy of Art Basel Miami Beach and its associated city-wide programming during the show week. From Wynwood Art District to Little Havana Coconut Grove, Airbnb is seeing a surge in demand for Miami’s trending destinations in Greater Miami with stylish, design-forward listings that are bound to inspire. 

Beyond accommodations, Airbnb and Art Basel Miami Beach will partner to create tailored Experiences that connect broader audiences with Modern and contemporary art and culture during the show week. From a behind-the-scenes tour of Art Basel Miami Beach with the fair’s director, Bridget Finn, to an immersive and interactive dining experience hosted by renowned culinary artist Caique Tizzi, these unique Experiences will offer 90 art, design, and broader culture enthusiasts the chance to engage with the rich cultural landscape that has made Greater Miami a global hub for creativity. 

Beginning today, a selection of special Experiences are available to book here, with additional unique Experiences to be announced in November.

Insider access at Art Basel Miami Beach with the Fair’s Director

• Bridget Finn, Director of Art Basel Miami Beach, will host a private tour, walking guests through standout presentations at the show before doors open to the public. Guests will explore the Positions sector of the show, where they’ll get an intimate look at solo presentations by radical emerging artists from around the world, followed by the awe-striking tour of Meridians, the show’s sector dedicated to monumental, museum-minded artworks. Bridget will give guests the inside scoop on the new galleries, concepts, collaborators, and vision that shaped this year’s revitalized edition of the fair, while giving tips on how to expertly navigate the dynamic landscape of Art Basel Miami Beach. The Experience will conclude with drinks and intimate conversation in the show’s exclusive Collector’s Lounge.

Interactive Dining Experience with Artist and Chef at a Hidden Pop-Up Restaurant at Art Basel Miami Beach

• Culinary artist Caique Tizz will host an intimate dining experience that reflects on art, history, and food in a multisensory journey in celebration of the spirit of Art Basel Miami Beach. This luncheon will take place in a hidden pop-up restaurant in the Collector’s Lounge at Art Basel Miami Beach, where each dish and moment is crafted to spark imagination, conversation, and connection. During this Experience, guests are welcomed to participate in tortilla pressing, building tacos from a beautifully prepared spread, while exacting their pineapple carving expertise. They will also learn about Caique’s ongoing project, Tropical Anthology, as he recounts narratives of ancestral knowledge, colonial influences, and the global impact of key ingredients on his culinary art practice. 

Photography Workshop with Leading Artists at Miami Artist Residency Bakehouse Art Complex

• Bakehouse Art Complex is the oldest and largest artist-serving organization in Miami, providing artists with studio and fabrication spaces, a strong peer community, and professional and creative development opportunities. Their vision is to unleash the creative potential of Miami and cultivate an ecosystem that fosters creativity, encourages collaboration, and continues to elevate Miami as a global center of innovation and cultural production. For this special event, Assistant Director Laura Novoa will provide guests with a captivating introduction to the history and mission of Bakehouse, followed by an intimate studio visit and photography workshop with resident artists and photographers Diana Espín and Pedro Wazzan. Participants will have their work featured in a curated pop-up exhibition within the space and receive a copy of their selected print as a memento of their experience.

Expanding access to Miami’s trending neighborhoods during Art Basel Miami Beach:

With nearly 10,000 guest arrivals recorded during the Art Basel Miami Beach weekend last year (2023), and a significant portion of guests traveling from other major art and culture capitals like New York City, Paris, and London, Airbnb is stepping in to help meet demand, by offering visitors and artists accommodations that allow them to fully immerse themselves in this year’s show. 

The diverse range of high-quality stays are located across Miami’s trending neighborhoods, which are experiencing a significant increase¹ in searches during the weekend of Art Basel Miami Beach including:  

• Wynwood Art District: searches up by over 380%
• West Flagler: searches up by over 160%
• Little River: searches up by over 160%
• Brickell: searches up by over 130%
• Upper East Side: searches up by over 130%
• Midtown Miami: searches  are up by over 100%
• Coconut Grove: searches are up over 100%
• Little Havana: searches are up by over 40%

Nearly 65% of Miami’s census tracts are home to Airbnb listings but no hotels. The city’s neighborhoods without hotels welcomed more than 320,000 guest arrivals and netted nearly $80 million in Host earnings in 2022. Nearly half of nights booked during the weekend of Art Basel Miami Beach this year in trending neighborhoods like Wynwood Art District, Brickell, and Coconut Grove have been made by guests under age 30, reflecting in part Art Basel Miami Beach’s growing pull on young and emerging generations of artists, gallerists, art collectors, and enthusiasts.²

With plenty of accommodations now available to book, Airbnb’s expanded inventory includes unique accommodations to fit every taste – from local Miami design highlights to exclusive properties with sweeping views of Biscayne Bay – for those seeking luxury and proximity to the action.

Supporting local Hosts: 

During Art Basel Miami Beach 2023, local hosts collectively earned nearly $3 million by welcoming guests from all corners of the world, contributing to the vibrant tourism economy of the city. This year, Airbnb is once again committed to supporting local hosts, providing them with opportunities to enrich their event experience, and driving local accessibility to tourism infrastructure.

“We are delighted to partner with Airbnb to provide unique opportunities that further enrich the experience of our local and visiting audiences — artists, gallerists, collectors, cultural partners, and enthusiasts — both at the show and across the cultural landscape of Miami Beach and Greater Miami. Since Art Basel Miami Beach was established in 2002, Greater Miami has become a global cultural destination, offering everything from world-class institutions and private collections, to experimental art spaces year-round. Beyond the halls of the Miami Beach Convention Center, where our show is held, Art Basel week is the apex moment of the American cultural calendar  for art, design, film, fashion, entertainment — drawing a visitorship of unparalleled global breadth and caliber.” – Bridget Finn, Director of Art Basel Miami Beach

Curating belonging, and building on Airbnb’s ongoing presence in the Magic City: 

Airbnb’s commitment to Miami extends beyond this partnership. In 2022, Airbnb and Nasdaq debuted a public sculpture garden at The Underline, which transformed a section of the 10-mile linear park into a vibrant and surreal gathering area. A colorful respite in Miami’s bustling financial district, the permanent installation represents Miami’s diversity and role as a global art capital. Renowned local artists Typoe and EstudioLAAVA weaved together modern architecture, outdoor furniture, and larger-than-life sculpture in an interactive community space. Designed to serve as a space to spark conversation and community, the installation offers a forum for connection and belonging for the Miami community.