
Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa
Best for families and travelers who want modern resort amenities, direct beach access, and multiple pools.
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Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa is a restored 1940s Art Deco oceanfront resort in Mid-Beach with modern family-friendly amenities; read this if you want resort pools, beach access, and contemporary dining by José Andrés. Delano Miami Beach is a legendary, design-forward South Beach hotel best for travelers focused on hotel history, nightlife pedigree, and classic South Beach style.
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Best for families and travelers who want modern resort amenities, direct beach access, and multiple pools.
Best for travelers who prioritize iconic South Beach design, a storied nightlife reputation, and a landmark hotel experience.
Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa wins when you want a mixed-use, family-friendly oceanfront resort with two heated outdoor pools (including a dedicated adults-only pool), contemporary dining by the José Andrés Group, a full spa program, and larger meeting/wedding capacity.
Delano Miami Beach wins when you want a compact, design-led South Beach icon with a reputation and history that matter to style-minded travelers and those who want to be in the South Beach core near Lincoln Road and Ocean Drive.
Bottom line: choose Andaz for a full-service, modern beach resort experience (pools, family spaces, spa, events); choose Delano for the classic South Beach design moment and a hotel with a celebrated hospitality name.
| Category | Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa | Delano Miami Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Restored Art Deco turned contemporary oceanfront resort with resort-style programming. | Legendary, design-forward South Beach hotel with a strong style and nightlife heritage. |
| Location (neighborhood) | Mid‑Beach on Collins Avenue (4041 Collins Ave); quieter stretch between South and North Beach. | South Beach on Collins Avenue (1685 Collins Ave); near Lincoln Road, Ocean Drive and nightlife. |
| Size & rooms | 287 guestrooms including 64 suites across three towers. | 171 guestrooms. |
| Ages / audience | Mixed-use, family-friendly with a dedicated adults-only pool section; 21+ to check in. | Mixed-age (not adults-only per supplier listing); popular with style-focused adult travelers. |
| Pools | Two heated outdoor pools with Atlantic views — one family pool and one adults-only upper pool (hydraulic floor/event-capable). | Two outdoor pools and poolside service. |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple venues curated by José Andrés Group (Aguasal, Bar Centro, Soleo Pool & Beach, plus Bazaar Meat). | Two on-site restaurants and multiple bars/lounges (supplier listing does not publish signature restaurant names). |
| Spa & wellness | Ondara Spa — full-service, adults-only spa with >25 treatments and 24-hour fitness center. | Not published |
| Event & wedding space | About 25,000 sq ft of indoor/outdoor event space, multiple ballrooms and a convertible pool event platform. | Conference space listed (1 room, ~1,500 sq ft) and meeting facilities; smaller event footprint than Andaz. |
| Beach access | Direct beach access with resort-fee amenities covering chairs/umbrellas and a private stretch of sand. | Beach access and beach cabanas available (supplier listing includes beach sun loungers and umbrellas). |
| Notable extra | On-site bike rentals, José Andrés food program, and free Wi‑Fi across the property. | Historic South Beach location—walking distance to Lincoln Road and Art Deco District; complimentary Wi‑Fi noted in supplier listing. |
Andaz sits at 4041 Collins Avenue in Mid‑Beach, a quieter stretch with direct beach access and easy links to South Beach.
Andaz is a Mid‑Beach base with easy access to both quieter stretches of sand and South Beach attractions.
Delano sits in the South Beach core on Collins Avenue, a short walk to Lincoln Road, Ocean Drive and nightlife.
Delano places you squarely in South Beach’s design-and-nightlife district; it’s the choice for location-first, style-focused stays.
Andaz has 287 guestrooms (including 64 suites) across three towers, with a mix of ocean-view and Collins-view room types.
Choose Andaz for a wider selection of room and suite layouts, many with ocean views and modern finishes.
Delano offers a range of room types from city view to ocean view rooms and multi-bedroom suites.
Delano's room mix leans into classic South Beach layouts and several ocean-view suite options in a smaller, design-forward property.
Andaz’s restaurants are curated by the José Andrés Group, offering Mediterranean/coastal and poolside dining.
Andaz focuses on a culinary program by José Andrés with multiple day-to-night venues and pool/beach service.
Delano lists two on-site restaurants, poolside service, and multiple bars/lounges to support its South Beach audience.
Delano’s dining offering suits guests who want classic South Beach dining and easy access to nearby restaurants and nightlife.
Andaz has two heated outdoor pools with Atlantic views — a family pool and an adults-only upper pool with a hydraulic floor that converts to event space.
Andaz is set up for both family pool days and adults-only pool experiences, plus weddings/events using the convertible pool platform.
Delano lists two outdoor pools, poolside bars, and beach amenities.
Delano offers the classic South Beach pool-and-beach rhythm with pool bars and nearby sand access.
Andaz features Ondara Spa (adults-only treatments) and a 24-hour fitness center with classes and modern equipment.
Andaz is built for spa and fitness-focused stays with a dedicated adult spa and round-the-clock gym access.
Delano is known for its design pedigree and being steps from South Beach nightlife; supplier listing highlights fitness facilities but not a named spa.
Delano is the pick for guests who want South Beach nightlife nearby and a hotel valued for its design and history.

Andaz — family-friendly pools, direct beach access, kids welcome in most areas and family-friendly programming.
Delano — a South Beach legend with a design-forward identity and immediate access to Lincoln Road and Ocean Drive nights.

Andaz — Ondara Spa (adults-only treatments) plus a 24-hour fitness center and included daily classes.
Delano — smaller footprint, central South Beach location, and straightforward walking access to core attractions.
Andaz — it’s explicitly family-friendly, has a lively family pool plus a separate adults-only pool and on-site activities aimed at families.
Delano — it sits in the South Beach core within a short walk of Lincoln Road, Ocean Drive and the Art Deco District.
Yes. Both properties provide beach access and beach amenities; Andaz advertises direct beach access and Delano’s listing includes beach sun loungers and umbrellas.
Andaz — the property lists roughly 25,000 sq ft of event space, multiple ballrooms and a convertible pool event platform, while Delano’s supplier listing notes much smaller conference space (~1,500 sq ft).
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