Poetry Readings

The Betsy is a 130-room, family-owned luxury boutique hotel on Ocean Drive in Miami Beach's Art Deco Historic District. A proud recipient of a Michelin Key, The Betsy is celebrated worldwide for a distinctive hospitality model that weaves arts, culture, and community into every guest experience.The hotel presents one of the longest-running live music series on Miami Beach, with free jazz, classical, and opera performances at least nine times a week in The Piano Bar and on The Terrace. The acclaimed Writer's Room residency program has welcomed more than 1,500 visiting authors, poets, and artists since 2012. Nine rotating gallery spaces showcase museum-quality photography and visual art throughout the property, and The Betsy Orb, a glowing sky-bridge connecting the historic Betsy Ross and Carlton buildings, serves as a permanent public art canvas.Grounded in the belief that there's no commerce without community, The Betsy partners with more than 250 service-driven organizations and offers free public programming year-round, from literary salons and exhibition openings to outdoor concerts in Lummus Park. Whether you're joining us for live jazz, a special exhibition, a poetry reading, or dinner at LT Steak & Seafood, every visit is an invitation into Miami Beach's most vibrant cultural living room.1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139 · thebetsyhotel.com