Gale Hotel & Residences Miami

Gale Miami Hotel & Residences — Condo-Hotel in the Heart of Miami with No Restrictions on Living or Renting

Gale Miami Hotel & Residences is a distinctive project situated in the heart of Downtown Miami, offering owners the opportunity for an unparalleled lifestyle. Unlike most traditional condo-hotels, here owners can live year-round, use their apartment as a second home, or as an income-generating property.

You have three scenarios:

This hybrid model makes the project one of the most flexible and profitable on the Miami real estate market.

Today, more than 60 residences are available for sale, priced from $379,000 to $1.8 million. The average deal price is about $517,000. The project offers an accessible entry point into Miami’s luxury segment with high potential for appreciation.

Key Features of the Building

The building’s design symbolizes Miami’s transition from historic to modern, combining different architectural styles—from a brick podium to a sleek contemporary skyscraper. Rising above the brick base is the 51-story glass tower of Natiivo Miami, with a contrasting rhythm of vertical and horizontal façade panels that create a dynamic impression.

The space between the tower and the base has been transformed into a “sky garden” — a three-acre (12,140 sq. m) area with a pool and landscaping at a height of 120 feet (36 meters), offering panoramic views of the ocean and city.

Gale Miami Hotel & Residences forms an independent “boutique zone” inside the Natiivo Miami tower, occupying floors 17–23. It includes approximately 160 condo-hotel units, comprising studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences.

Its mid-building location ensures panoramic views of Downtown and Biscayne Bay, while maintaining direct access to public amenities.

Project Team & Status

Status: Gale received a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO) in 2024 and officially opened for living and rentals in May 2024.

Developer — Sixth Street Miami Partners LLC / GFO Investments

The project is led by Sixth Street Miami Partners in collaboration with GFO Investments, managed by the Galbut family. The team has more than 40 years of experience in development and asset management. Their portfolio includes hotels, residential complexes, and mixed-use projects in Miami and New York. Notable completed projects include Gale South Beach and other successful hospitality brands.

Concept & Management — Keith Menin and Marisa Galbut

The project is headed by renowned hospitality entrepreneurs Keith Menin and Marisa Galbut. They have developed more than 20 projects in Miami Beach and Downtown, including Gale South Beach, Raffaello Chicago, and Gale Fort Lauderdale. Their projects are focused on the lifestyle segment, combining design, comfort, and high profitability.

Architecture — Arquitectonica

An international Miami-based architecture firm founded in 1977, with over 250 projects across 59 countries. The firm is known for a modern style with a focus on geometry and innovation. Iconic works include Icon Brickell, Brickell City Centre, and Regalia Sunny Isles. For Natiivo/Gale, they created a striking tower design contrasting a brick podium with a glass high-rise.

Interiors & Landscape — Urban Robot Associates

A Miami studio specializing in residential and public spaces. Their portfolio includes more than 1 million sq. ft. of premium interiors in the U.S. and Latin America. Urban Robot is recognized for creating “living” spaces that reflect local character. For Gale, they designed bright, ergonomic interiors with European materials and a modern furniture package.

Gale Miami Condo-Hotel Residences Interiors

Design Concept

The main idea of the Gale condo-hotel is fully move-in or rental-ready residences in a modern style. Everything is designed so that owners can immediately move in or list their unit for short-term rental without additional expenses.

Key Features

✓ Complete Furniture Package

Each residence comes with designer furniture in a neutral contemporary palette. This is ideal for rentals: the interiors appeal to a broad audience and have an upscale look.

✓ European-Standard Kitchens

• Italian or Spanish cabinetry with a sleek design
• Quartz or stone countertops
• Built-in premium appliances (Bosch/Whirlpool or similar brands)
• Compact yet functional layouts with open kitchens and living areas

✓ Spa-Style Bathrooms

• Designer tile on floors and walls
• Glass-enclosed rain showers
• European fixtures
• Backlit mirrors with integrated storage systems

✓ Living Areas

• Ceiling heights from 9 to 12 ft (2.75–3.65 m)
• Floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows with views of Downtown and Biscayne Bay
• Bright color palette with wood, stone, and metal accents

✓ Rental-Ready Functionality

• Integrated smart lighting and climate systems
• Durable flooring and furniture finishes
• Layouts optimized for short-term rentals: minimalism + maximum comfort

Residence Formats

• Studios: 410–500 sq. ft. (38–46 sq. m) — optimal for rentals and investors
• 1-Bedroom Residences: 500–700 sq. ft. (46–65 sq. m) — a classic “second home” option in Miami
• 2-Bedroom Residences: 750–910 sq. ft. (70–84 sq. m) — ideal for families or long-term stays

All units feature balconies or floor-to-ceiling windows, making even compact studios bright and spacious.

What Makes Gale Miami Condo-Hotel Unique

While legally condo-hotel residences (part of the Gale/Natiivo hospitality system), in practice, they function as full-fledged residential apartments.

• Owners can live in them year-round without restrictions
• The key difference: professionally designed interiors, fully furnished and equipped with appliances

This saves tens of thousands of dollars and months of renovation and furnishing — particularly valuable for international investors.

Miami Real Estate with 5★ Amenities

Over 70,000 sq. ft. of amenities across multiple levels, built around a wellness + leisure + business concept.

Leisure & Pools

• Resort-style pool with panoramic views
• Cabanas and lounge zones
• Poolside bar
• Outdoor event spaces

Wellness & Fitness

• Modern fitness center
• Yoga and Pilates studios
• Spa complex (sauna, hammam, massage, relaxation zones)
• Juice bar and wellness café

Restaurants & Dining

• 9,000 sq. ft. of restaurant space
• Italian restaurant
• American steakhouse
• Bodega Taqueria y Tequila
• Ground-floor café
• Rooftop bar with panoramic views

Business & Events

• 20,000 sq. ft. conference center (8th floor)
• Meeting rooms
• Coworking spaces and private offices
• Media lounge and event space

Additional Amenities

• Children’s playroom
• Private dining rooms
• Speakeasy bar
• Shuttle to a beach club and the Port of Miami
• EV charging, valet parking, 24/7 concierge

Services

• Room service, housekeeping, and linen changes
• 24/7 concierge
• Turnkey rental management

Location & Advantages of Downtown Miami

Address: 601 NE 1st Avenue, Downtown Miami. The complex is located in the heart of Miami Worldcenter — the second-largest mixed-use development in the U.S.

Walking Distance

• Miami Worldcenter — 2–3 minutes
• Bayside Marketplace — 7 minutes
• Frost Museum of Science & Perez Art Museum — 10 minutes
• Kaseya Center — 8 minutes
• Adrienne Arsht Center — 12 minutes

Transportation

• I-95 and I-395 — nearby
• Brightline Miami Central Station — 5 minutes on foot
• Miami International Airport (MIA) — 15–20 minutes
• Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) — 35 minutes
• Port Miami — 7 minutes

Beaches

• South Beach — 15–20 minutes
• Miami Beach — 25–30 minutes
• Key Biscayne — 20 minutes

Education & Healthcare

• Miami Dade College — 5 minutes on foot
• University of Miami — 25 minutes
• Jackson Memorial Hospital — 15 minutes

Location Advantages

• Miami’s economic and cultural growth center
• Strong investment appeal
• Stable demand for short-term rentals

“Gale Miami Hotel & Residences offers not just apartments in Miami, but a strategic location at the center of it all, a resort lifestyle, and favorable investment conditions!”

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