
Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa
Best for travelers who want Miami Beach energy, chef-driven restaurants, and separate family and adults-only pool options.
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Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa is a restored 1940s Art Deco beachfront resort on Collins Avenue with resort pools, José Andrés–curated dining, and family- as well as adults-only pool areas. Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale is a modern five-star oceanfront hotel-residence on Fort Lauderdale Beach for travelers seeking a polished, residence-style luxury stay.
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Best for travelers who want Miami Beach energy, chef-driven restaurants, and separate family and adults-only pool options.

Best for guests who prefer a quieter Fort Lauderdale beachfront setting with hotel-residence style accommodations and full-service luxury amenities.
When Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa wins: Choose Andaz if you want to be on Collins Avenue in Miami Beach with lively pool scenes, Jose Andrés–curated dining, easy access to the Miami Beach Boardwalk, and distinct family vs. adults-only pool spaces.
When Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale wins: Choose Four Seasons for a more restrained, residences-style oceanfront stay in Fort Lauderdale with two outdoor pools, a 24-hour fitness center, in-room iPads and minibars, and full-service spa options.
Bottom line: Both are five-star, beachfront-oriented properties offering modern luxury; pick Andaz for Miami Beach’s social and dining scene and pool variety, pick Four Seasons for a more traditional Four Seasons hotel-residence experience on Fort Lauderdale Beach.
| Category | Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa | Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Restored 1940s Art Deco, lively Miami Beach resort energy, chef-driven dining. | Modern luxury hotel-residence with sleek, polished service on Fort Lauderdale Beach. |
| Location | 4041 Collins Ave, Mid-Beach, Miami Beach (direct beach access; near Boardwalk and Fontainebleau corridor). | 525 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale (steps from Fort Lauderdale Beach). |
| Size | 287 rooms, including 64 suites. | 189 rooms and residences. |
| Ages / audience | Mixed-use, family-friendly with a dedicated adults-only pool section and adults-only spa areas; 21+ check-in minimum. | All-ages property (not adults-only); standard luxury hotel-residence guest mix; 21+ check-in minimum (per hotel policy). |
| Pools | Two heated outdoor pools with Atlantic views — one family pool, one adults-only (upper) pool with hydraulic floor/event capability. | |
| Restaurants & bars | Aguasal, Bar Centro, Soleo Pool & Beach, plus Bazaar Meat (José Andrés Group). | Two restaurants including Evelyn's Fort Lauderdale and a coffee shop/cafe; two bars/lounges. |
| Spa & fitness | Ondara Spa (adults-only treatments; 4th floor; 10:00–18:00), 24-hour fitness center with Pelotons and Tonal, daily fitness classes. | Full-service spa offering massages, steam room, and 24-hour fitness center. |
| Known for | Miami Beach dining (José Andrés Group), restored Art Deco property, event-capable upper pool. | Sleek hotel-residence experience and beachfront location close to Las Olas and Fort Lauderdale Beach. |
| Rooms & tech | Multiple room types across three towers; resort details list 287 accommodations and 64 suites; modern coastal design. | Rooms include Ocean View One Bedroom Residence and multi-bedroom residence options; many rooms include iPads and private furnished balconies. |
| Event & meeting space | About 25,000 sq ft of indoor/outdoor event space including ballrooms and a rooftop terrace; hydraulic upper pool converts for events. | Banquet hall, ballroom and meeting rooms; wedding services available. |
Andaz sits on Collins Avenue in Miami Beach’s Mid‑Beach neighborhood with direct beach access and easy links to local attractions.
Choose Andaz for proximity to Miami Beach’s dining, nightlife, and boardwalk access.
Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale is on Fort Lauderdale Beach a short walk from the shoreline and local beachfront attractions.
Choose Four Seasons for straightforward Fort Lauderdale Beach access and proximity to Las Olas.
Andaz offers 287 accommodations across three towers with 64 suites and a mix of ocean‑view and skyline rooms.
Andaz suits travelers who want a variety of suite choices and quick pool/beach access within a resort setting.
Four Seasons provides 189 rooms and residences, including Ocean View One Bedroom Residence and multi‑bedroom residence options.
Four Seasons is a good pick if you want residence-style layouts and private furnished balconies in a hotel setting.
Andaz’s food and drink program is led by the José Andrés Group across casual to fine-dining venues.
Andaz is oriented toward guests who value chef-driven dining and varied on-site restaurant options.
Four Seasons lists two restaurants (including Evelyn's Fort Lauderdale) plus a coffee shop/cafe and two bars/lounges.
Four Seasons delivers classic hotel dining and bar options suitable for beachside relaxation and light fine dining.
Andaz has two heated outdoor pools overlooking the Atlantic, including an adults-only upper pool that can convert to an event platform.
Andaz is for guests who want varied pool experiences and event-capable pool facilities alongside direct beach access.
Four Seasons lists two outdoor pools and offers beach umbrellas and easy access to Fort Lauderdale Beach.
Four Seasons is for guests who want traditional pool options with immediate access to Fort Lauderdale Beach.
Andaz features Ondara Spa, a 24-hour fitness center, daily fitness classes, and poolside bars for daytime socializing.
Andaz blends a robust spa and fitness program with on-site daytime social venues and ready access to Miami’s nightlife.
Four Seasons offers a full-service spa with massage treatments, steam room facilities, and a 24-hour fitness center.
Four Seasons provides standard luxury spa and 24-hour fitness options with quieter evenings near Las Olas.

Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa — José Andrés–curated restaurants including Aguasal, Bar Centro, and Bazaar Meat.

Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale — ocean-view one- to three-bedroom residence options and hotel-residence layouts.

Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa — separate family pool plus an adults-only upper pool.

Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale — classic Four Seasons service, beachfront setting, and full-service amenities.
Andaz Miami Beach is more explicitly family-friendly with a dedicated family pool and family-oriented services; Four Seasons is all-ages but presents a more restrained hotel-residence atmosphere.
Yes — Ondara Spa at Andaz is adults-only for treatments (18+). Four Seasons’ spa treatments require reservations; age restrictions are not published in the supplied listing.
Four Seasons publishes multi-bedroom residence options (two- and three-bedroom Grand Ocean View Residences). Andaz offers suites including some two-bedroom suites but is primarily a hotel/resort layout.
Andaz is on Miami Beach’s Collins Avenue near the Boardwalk, Lincoln Road, and Fontainebleau; Four Seasons is in Fort Lauderdale, a different city with its own beachfront attractions.
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