I spent $900 for a night at Miami Beach's Fontainebleau. The luxury stay was worth the price tag.

I stayed one night at the Fontainebleau in Miami Beach, and now I understand why it's so iconic.Fotoluminate LLC/ShutterstockI stayed one night at the Fontainebleau in Miami Beach.My king-sized room had luxurious touches and a stunning ocean view.

The amenities, pools, and beach access made it worth the high price tag.For over 70 years, the Fontainebleau Miami Beach has been one of the most iconic hotels in America.Since opening in 1954, the sprawling oceanfront resort has hosted presidents, celebrities, and generations of Miami vacationers drawn to its glamorous reputation, distinctive curved architecture, and luxurious amenities.

On a trip to Miami in April, I booked a one-night stay that cost nearly $900. Before getting there, I wondered whether the legendary hotel could live up to its reputation … and its hefty price tag.

However, after checking into my room with sweeping ocean views, lounging by the resort's pools, and taking advantage of its prime beach access, I found that the Fontainebleau delivered the kind of classic Miami luxury that has kept it relevant for decades.Despite a busy conference that made the hotel more crowded than I expected and the high price of my room, I ultimately felt the retreat-like vibes made the experience worth it.Here's what it was like to stay at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach.

The Fontainebleau Miami Beach has been a fixture of Miami luxury for more than 70 years.Erin McDowell/Business InsiderBefore I booked my room, I knew I was in for a luxurious stay. Having visited the Fontainebleau in Las Vegas before, I anticipated the elegance and comfort I might experience, with a price tag to match.

For a king-sized room on a Wednesday night in April, it cost $856.25, including tax and fees. April falls within Miami's peak tourism season, when visitors flock to the city for warm weather before the hotter, rainier summer months arrive.

Over the past seven decades, the hotel has cultivated a reputation as a playground for celebrities, politicia