The Marlin Has Been Dubbed /The Rock N Roll Hotel/ Of South Beach And Is The Home Of South Beach Studios, A State-Of-The-Art Recording And Mixing Facility. This Deluxe Property With 11 Suites Attracts Savvy Travelers, Numerous Celebrities And Entertainment Executives. The Marlin Debuted In November 1991 And Launched The Island Outpost Concept. Originally Built In 1939 By L. Murray Dixon, The Propertys Design Artfully Combines The Buildings Original Sleek Art Deco Style With Modern Interiors. The Marlin Underwent A Complete Refurbishment In 1997 Featuring An Afro- Urban Decor By Barbara Hulanicki, The Creative Force Behind The Hotels Original Renovation. Each Suite Has The Feeling Of A Spacious, Contemporary Loft, With Earth Tones Of Red, Ochre, Brown And Beige, Custom Designed Furnishings, Hardwood Floors And Brushed Stainless Steel Accents On Counter Tops, Bathroom Fixtures And Doors. Each Suite Features An Unusual Design Aspect. For Instance, Suite 206 Offers An Exercise Area With A Lifecycle And Free Weights And Suite 305 Includes A State-Of-The-Art Recording Studio. This Property Was Built In 1939 Renovated In 1997