
Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa
Best for travelers who want modern coastal design, José Andrés dining, and a mix of family and adults-only pool spaces.
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Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa is a five-star Mid-Beach resort with José Andrés–curated dining, two heated outdoor pools and family-friendly and adults-only pool areas. 1 Hotel South Beach is a five-star, eco-focused beachfront South Beach resort known for biophilic design and wellness; read this if you’re choosing between Mid-Beach social dining and design-forward beachfront stays.
Updated · about 2.0 miles (≈3.2 km) apart

Best for travelers who want modern coastal design, José Andrés dining, and a mix of family and adults-only pool spaces.

Best for guests prioritizing beachfront access, sustainable design, abundant pools and an eco-minded luxury experience.
When Andaz Miami Beach wins: choose Andaz if you want Mid-Beach calm with strong food credentials (José Andrés Group), two heated outdoor pools including a dedicated adults-only pool, and family-friendly amenities like free bike rentals and a lively but mixed audience.
When 1 Hotel South Beach wins: pick 1 Hotel if you want a South Beach address, immediate beachfront access, large on-site meeting and event spaces, multiple pools, and an emphasis on sustainability and biophilic design.
Bottom line: both are five-star beachfront-capable Miami Beach hotels; pick Andaz for social dining and a Mid-Beach atmosphere that balances families and adults, and pick 1 Hotel for South Beach energy, eco-focused design, and a larger pool/food-and-drink program.
| Category | Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa | 1 Hotel South Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Social Mid-Beach resort with modern coastal design and José Andrés dining | Luxury eco-focused, biophilic beachfront resort in South Beach |
| Location (neighborhood) | Mid-Beach (4041 Collins Ave) | South Beach (2341 Collins Ave) |
| Size (rooms) | 287 rooms, including 64 suites | 426 guestrooms (supplier listing) |
| Pools | Two heated outdoor pools: one family pool and one adults-only upper pool (hydraulic floor/event capability) | Three outdoor pools and 2 poolside bars (supplier listing) |
| Beach access | Direct beach access; private stretch of sand and beach club features | Beachfront with beach sun loungers, umbrellas and cabanas (surcharge options) |
| Restaurants & bars | Aguasal, Bar Centro, Soleo Pool & Beach, plus Bazaar Meat (José Andrés concepts) | 3 restaurants and 6 bars/lounges, plus 2 pool bars (supplier listing) |
| Spa & wellness | Ondara Spa (adults-only treatments, 4th floor; daily 10:00–18:00) and 24-hour fitness center | Full-service spa, health club, 24-hour fitness facilities (supplier listing) |
| Event space | About 25,000 sq ft total event space, hydraulic upper-pool event platform, multiple ballrooms and terraces | |
| Family friendliness | Mixed-use; family-friendly with a dedicated adults-only pool section | Family-friendly (children's pool, supervised childcare and children's club available for surcharge) |
| Sustainability focus | Not positioned primarily as eco-focused | Core part of positioning: eco-focused practices and biophilic design |
Andaz sits on Collins Avenue in Mid‑Beach, a quieter stretch between South Beach and the Fontainebleau corridor.
Andaz is a Mid‑Beach option if you want proximity to both the boardwalk and quieter hotel corridor with easy access to South Beach.
1 Hotel South Beach sits directly on the sand in the heart of South Beach’s beachfront corridor.
1 Hotel is the choice for a true South Beach beachfront location and immediate access to the promenade and nearby attractions.
Andaz offers 287 rooms including 64 suites across three towers, mixing restored Art Deco and modern finishes.
Andaz is a mid-sized resort with a wide selection of room types and several suite options.
1 Hotel South Beach is larger with 426 guestrooms and tablet-equipped rooms per the supplier listing.
1 Hotel is bigger and emphasizes eco-design and in-room tech while offering many room choices for families and couples.
Andaz’s dining is led by the José Andrés Group across Aguasal, Bar Centro and Soleo Pool & Beach (plus Bazaar Meat).
Andaz is for travelers who prioritize chef-led, distinctive dining and a compact but curated food program.
1 Hotel has a larger on-site food-and-drink footprint with 3 restaurants, 6 bars/lounges and 2 pool bars.
Choose 1 Hotel if you want more on-site restaurant and bar variety without leaving the property.
Andaz features two heated outdoor pools with Atlantic views, including a convertible adults-only upper pool/event space.
Andaz offers a compact pool layout focused on both family fun and an adults-only pool that doubles as an event platform.
1 Hotel lists three outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge) and full beach facilities (loungers, umbrellas, cabanas).
1 Hotel provides more poolside variety and larger outdoor social spaces directly adjacent to the sand.
Andaz runs Ondara Spa (adults-only treatments) plus a 24-hour fitness center with Pelotons and daily classes.
Andaz balances an adults-only spa and robust fitness program with approachable evening dining and bar options.
1 Hotel features a full-service spa, health club and a larger selection of bars/lounges for after-dark activity.
1 Hotel is the pick for guests who want a broad wellness program plus easy access to South Beach nightlife.

Andaz — José Andrés Group restaurants (Aguasal, Bar Centro, Bazaar Meat) give it an edge for food-focused stays.

1 Hotel South Beach — immediate beachfront location with multiple pools and beach amenities.

Andaz — separate family pool plus an adults-only pool section and programming for all ages.

1 Hotel South Beach — eco-focused positioning and biophilic design across public spaces and rooms.
Both hotels welcome families, but Andaz highlights a family-friendly pool plus an adults-only pool section, while 1 Hotel offers children's facilities and supervised childcare for a surcharge.
1 Hotel lists three outdoor pools and multiple pool bars; Andaz has two heated outdoor pools including an adults-only upper pool that converts to an event space.
Ondara Spa at Andaz is adults-only (18+). 1 Hotel's listing shows a full-service spa but does not state an adults-only policy in the supplier listing.
1 Hotel South Beach is in the South Beach beachfront corridor and is closer to Ocean Drive and Lincoln Road; Andaz is in Mid‑Beach, quieter and a short trolley or drive from the South Beach core.
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