
Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa
Best for beach days, ocean views, and a compact Mid‑Beach location with restaurants by the José Andrés Group.
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Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa is an oceanfront, full-service Mid‑Beach resort with multiple dining venues by the José Andrés Group and family‑friendly and adults‑only pool options. JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa is a large golf-and-spa resort in Aventura that attracts families, golfers, and spa guests; read this if you’re choosing between a beach-focused Miami Beach stay and an inland golf/spa resort north of the city.
Updated · about 20 km (roughly 12 miles) apart

Best for beach days, ocean views, and a compact Mid‑Beach location with restaurants by the José Andrés Group.

Best for golf-focused trips, larger resort facilities, and family-oriented activities away from the shoreline.
When Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa wins: choose Andaz if you want direct beach access, ocean-facing pools and rooms, a smaller resort footprint on Collins Avenue, and on‑site dining by the José Andrés Group.
When JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa wins: pick Turnberry if your priority is golf, a broad set of family amenities (kids club, water park features) and a larger inland resort campus with expansive meeting and recreation options.
Bottom line: both are full‑service luxury resorts with spas and family programming; Andaz is the oceanfront option in Mid‑Beach with stronger beach/pool proximity, while JW Turnberry is the inland, golf-and-spa scale property in Aventura.
| Category | Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa | JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Mid‑Beach oceanfront resort with modern coastal design and curated dining. | Large golf-and-spa resort campus focused on family activities and golf. |
| Location | 4041 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach (Mid‑Beach) — direct beach access and close to the Boardwalk. | 19999 West Country Club Dr, Aventura — inland, near golf and shopping corridors. |
| Size (rooms) | 287 accommodations, including 64 suites. | Not published |
| Who it suits | Beachgoers, couples, families who want easy ocean access and compact resort layout. | Golfers, families wanting resort activities and larger property amenities. |
| Pools & beach | Two heated outdoor pools overlooking the Atlantic (one all‑ages, one adults‑only upper pool with hydraulic floor) plus direct beach access. | Multiple outdoor pools, kids pool and water‑park style features listed; no beachfront. |
| Restaurants & bars | Aguasal, Bar Centro, Soleo Pool & Beach (José Andrés Group) plus in‑room dining. | On‑site restaurants and bars (full breakfast, coffee shop, bar options) — supplier listing highlights dining and bar service. |
| Spa & wellness | Ondara Spa (adults‑only treatments, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM), 24‑hour fitness center with Pelotons and Tonal, daily fitness classes. | Full spa with treatments, massage, sauna, steamroom and fitness center facilities listed. |
| Known for | Oceanfront location, José Andrés dining, adults‑only spa and pool options. | Golf course access nearby, large family amenities and on‑site recreational options. |
| Accessibility & family policy | Mixed‑use, family‑friendly with dedicated adults‑only pool section; minimum age to check in 21. | Family‑friendly; not adults‑only. (Guest rating 8.9 / 4.5 stars.) |
| Parking & transport notes | Valet‑only parking (fee), complimentary two‑hour e‑bike rentals and easy access to the free Miami Beach Trolley. | On‑site accessible self parking and car hire options listed. |
Andaz is on Collins Avenue in Mid‑Beach with direct access to the Atlantic and the Miami Beach Boardwalk.
Pick Andaz if you want to be on the sand and near Miami Beach attractions.
JW Marriott Miami Turnberry is an inland resort in Aventura focused on golf, spa and family amenities.
Choose Turnberry if you prefer a resort campus with golf and family recreation away from the beach.
Andaz offers 287 accommodations with 64 suites across three towers, many with ocean views and balconies.
Andaz gives lots of ocean‑view room choices and a sizable suite inventory in a compact footprint.
JW Turnberry lists many room and suite permutations, including balcony, resort and golf views.
Turnberry has a wide selection of room configurations aimed at families and accessibility needs.
Andaz’s on‑site dining is curated by the José Andrés Group with coastal and Mediterranean influences.
Andaz is the pick if you prioritize chef‑driven coastal dining steps from the beach.
JW Turnberry provides multiple restaurants, bar service and on‑site breakfast and coffee options.
Turnberry suits travelers who want a broad set of dining options within a larger resort setting.
Andaz centers on beach proximity plus two heated outdoor pools — one all‑ages and one adults‑only upper pool that can convert to event space.
Andaz’s combination of pool-to-beach access and a convertible upper pool is its defining amenity.
JW Turnberry lists outdoor pools including kids‑friendly options and water‑park style features.
Turnberry is better if you want variety in pool and family water-play facilities on a larger campus.
Andaz’s Ondara Spa is an adults‑only spa with extensive treatment options and a 24‑hour fitness center.
Andaz focuses on adult wellness and accessible fitness in an oceanfront setting.
JW Turnberry features a full spa, salon services and family entertainment options on a larger property footprint.
Turnberry caters to guests who want spa services plus family‑friendly entertainment in a resort campus.

Andaz — direct Atlantic access, ocean‑view pools and rooms, and a Mid‑Beach location.

JW Turnberry — positioned as a large golf‑and‑spa resort with golf views and nearby courses.

Andaz — dining curated by the José Andrés Group (Aguasal, Bar Centro, Soleo Pool & Beach).

JW Turnberry — multiple pools, kids pool/water‑park elements, kids club and family‑focused amenities.
Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa is oceanfront with direct beach access; JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa is inland in Aventura.
JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa is the clearer pick for golfers — it’s positioned as a golf‑and‑spa resort with golf course access nearby.
Yes. Andaz welcomes families with a family‑friendly pool and family amenities; JW Turnberry lists kids‑focused pools, a kids club and family programming.
Andaz offers a quieter, day‑to‑night bar program (Bar Centro and pool/beach bars) while JW Turnberry provides standard resort bars and evening options; neither is a high‑energy nightclub destination per the supplied information.
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