
Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa
Best for travelers who want a high-design beachfront stay with a full-service spa, curated dining, and separate family and adults-only pool experiences.
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Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa is an upscale, design-forward oceanfront resort with dining by the José Andrés Group and a full-service spa — good for travelers who want a lifestyle hotel with both family and adults-only spaces. Hotel Riu Plaza Miami Beach is a large, mainstream beachfront resort on Collins Avenue that appeals to value-focused travelers who want straightforward beach access and big-hotel amenities.
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Best for travelers who want a high-design beachfront stay with a full-service spa, curated dining, and separate family and adults-only pool experiences.

Best for travelers seeking a larger, value-oriented beachfront hotel with easy access to the Miami Beach boardwalk and basic resort amenities.
When Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa wins: choose Andaz if you prioritize contemporary design, on-site fine dining curated by the José Andrés Group, a dedicated full-service spa (Ondara Spa), and distinctive event spaces (including a hydraulic upper pool/event platform).
When Hotel Riu Plaza Miami Beach wins: choose the Riu Plaza if you want a straightforward beachfront property with lots of rooms, conference/banquet space, basic on-site dining and bars, and a more budget-conscious, mainstream resort layout.
Bottom line: both are Miami Beach options on Collins Avenue with direct beach access; pick Andaz for an elevated, service- and food-forward experience and Riu Plaza for a large-scale, practical beachfront stay with conference facilities.
| Category | Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa | Hotel Riu Plaza Miami Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Upscale lifestyle resort, design focus, food-and-spa driven | Large mainstream beachfront resort focused on value and meetings |
| Location (neighborhood) | Mid-Beach, direct beach access, near Miami Beach Boardwalk | |
| Size (rooms) | 287 rooms, including 64 suites | 284 rooms |
| Families vs adults | Mixed-use: family-friendly with a separate adults-only pool section and adults-only spa | All ages welcome (not adults-only) |
| Pools & beach | Two heated outdoor pools (one family, one adults-only); direct beach access and pool/beach service | Outdoor pool and poolside bar; beachfront with beach loungers available |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site venues curated by José Andrés Group (Aguasal, Bar Centro, Soleo Pool & Beach, Bazaar Meat) | On-site dining includes Florida restaurant and a snack bar/deli plus bar/lounge and poolside bar |
| Spa & wellness | Ondara Spa — full-service, adults-only spa with treatments and locker rooms | Not published |
| Event & meeting space | About 25,000 sq ft of indoor/outdoor event space, hydraulic pool converts to event platform | 1335 sq ft of conference/meeting space and banquet facilities |
| Accessibility & green features | Accessible paths, accessible restaurant and pool; resort-fee amenities include bike rentals and refillable water dispensers | Wide range of accessibility features, LED lighting, recycling and renewable electricity claims listed |
| Check-in age | 21+ to check in | |
Andaz sits on Collins Avenue in Mid-Beach with direct beach access and quick walks to the Miami Beach Boardwalk and nearby restaurants.
Andaz is a Mid-Beach location that balances quieter beach access with easy links to South Beach and local sights.
Hotel Riu Plaza Miami Beach is on Collins Avenue in Mid-Beach with immediate access to the beach and the boardwalk.
Riu Plaza is a straightforward beachfront choice for travelers who want quick access to the sand and the boardwalk.
Andaz offers 287 accommodations across three towers, including 64 suites with a mix of balcony and ocean-view room types.
Andaz provides a wider variety of suite and balcony options for guests seeking ocean views and extra space.
Hotel Riu Plaza Miami Beach lists many 'Deluxe' room variations with city, partial ocean, and oceanfront options across a large room inventory.
Riu Plaza has many standard 'Deluxe' room variants—good for travelers who need flexible occupancy and straightforward room options.
Dining at Andaz is led by the José Andrés Group with venues for breakfast, coastal dinners, and poolside food and drinks.
Andaz focuses on curated, chef-driven dining with multiple venue styles on property.
Riu Plaza offers practical on-site dining and a snack bar/deli plus a hotel bar and poolside bar for casual meals and drinks.
Riu Plaza covers the essentials with casual dining and beverage outlets aimed at convenience and value.
Andaz has two heated outdoor pools plus direct beach access and pool/beach service.
Andaz separates family and adult experiences with two pools and event flexibility at the upper pool.
Hotel Riu Plaza Miami Beach lists an outdoor pool, poolside bar, and beach sun loungers for guests.
Riu Plaza’s pool and beach setup focuses on a simple beachfront resort experience rather than separate adult/family zones.
Andaz emphasizes wellness with Ondara Spa and a 24-hour fitness center with classes.
Andaz is the better pick for guests who want a dedicated spa program and daily fitness offerings.
Hotel Riu Plaza lists fitness facilities and general recreational activities but does not publish a full-service spa in the supplier listing.
Riu Plaza covers basic fitness and beach activities; a dedicated on-site spa is not shown in the supplier details.

Andaz — dining curated by the José Andrés Group including Aguasal, Bar Centro and Bazaar Meat.

Hotel Riu Plaza Miami Beach — large room count and on-site conference/banquet facilities for practical group stays.

Andaz — Ondara Spa offers a full-service, adults-only spa program and a 24-hour fitness center with classes.

Hotel Riu Plaza Miami Beach — beachfront location with poolside bar and simple on-site dining at a mainstream price point.
Andaz is a better fit: it has an adults-only upper pool and an adults-only spa area. Riu Plaza is an all-ages beachfront resort without a published adults-only pool or spa.
Andaz offers chef-curated dining by the José Andrés Group with multiple venues (Aguasal, Bar Centro, Bazaar Meat). Riu Plaza provides practical on-site options including the Florida restaurant and a snack bar/deli.
Yes. Both properties are on Collins Avenue in Mid-Beach with direct access to Miami Beach and the boardwalk.
Andaz has extensive event space (roughly 25,000 sq ft) and a convertible hydraulic pool/event platform; Riu Plaza lists 1,335 sq ft of conference/banquet space for smaller meetings.
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