With its charming, villa-like ambience, the luxury, boutique Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami is an urban retreat in the heart of one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods, known for its shopping, dining, sailing, proximity to family attractions and myriad festivals and events, many of which are included here on "Calendar of Events." With soaring ceilings, Venetian stucco columns, fragrant roses, grand fireplace and picturesque views, it is a relaxing retreat for business or leisure travel. Savor cuisine from Bizcaya restaurant, renowned for its Mediterranean-influenced fare, enjoy live music every Friday and Saturday and an after-work cocktail at Fontana Lounge, the area’s only upscale live music venue, or be pampered in the city’s finest Boutique Spa. Beautifully renovated rooms offer views of lush surroundings from their private balconies and are the perfect point from which to view Miami and Biscayne Bay. Environmentally conscious guests will enjoy this "Green" hotel’s initiatives to nurture and preserve the earth.