Here’s a new-build, modern-design property from AC — the hip Spanish brand bought by Marriott to globalize its property portfolio.

AC has nearly 100 outposts in Europe; 50 are planned in the US.

The AC’s angular, eye-catching architecture is courtesy of hip Miami talent, Kobi Karp.

The AC is perfectly perched in Miami’s rapidly ascendant Mid-Beach district — the massive Edition and buzzed-about Faena Hotels are front and center from the AC’s rooftop pool. Set a block off the beach, AC is close to South Beach’s retail and restaurant scenes, but with fewer crowds, cars and chaos.

With their floor-to-ceiling windows, large baths, free Wi-Fi and — yes! — reasonably priced mini bar, the AC provides Miami with a much-needed budget-friendly option that still holds up in the design department. Best of all, unlike many “indie” hotels, you can use — and accrue — Marriott points.

A few things. The pop music throughout the hotel should be turned down — if not off. The gym’s equipment could be upgraded. And rooms were left untidied for far too long.

The AC’s surprisingly sophisticated breakfast buffet. In place of heavy American-style eggs and bacon, look for lighter, European fare including a lavish spread of Spanish jamon iberico. Come evening, the entire lower-level lobby area morphs into a cozy lounge with groovy cocktail bar and tasty tapas menu by local culinary celeb Jennifer Massalo of The Liquid Projects. Her signature gin-and-tonics are major must-tries.

A solid, well-located and very well-priced option for travelers curious about Miami’s newest “it” district and willing to forgo direct beach access.

marriott.com; from about $285.