
Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa
Best for easy access to Miami Beach attractions, a lively pool scene plus an adults-only pool option, and signature dining curated by the José Andrés Group.
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Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa is a five-star, family-friendly oceanfront resort on Collins Avenue with two heated pools and dining by the José Andrés Group; read this if you want a lively Miami Beach base with easy access to boardwalk dining and nightlife. The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami is a five-star, secluded island-style beach resort on Key Biscayne; read this if you prefer a quieter, resort-focused beach escape just across the bay from Miami.
Updated · about 16 km apart

Best for easy access to Miami Beach attractions, a lively pool scene plus an adults-only pool option, and signature dining curated by the José Andrés Group.

Best for travelers seeking a quieter island setting, larger resort grounds with multiple dining outlets, and classic Ritz-Carlton service.
Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa wins when you want to be in Mid‑Beach on Collins Avenue with immediate beach and boardwalk access, lively on-site dining, and modern, design-forward rooms—good for families and couples who plan to explore Miami Beach.
The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami wins when you want a quieter, resort-first beach stay on Key Biscayne with more extensive on-site facilities (multiple restaurants, outdoor sports and courts) and a traditional luxury-hotel footprint.
Bottom line: pick Andaz for a centrally located Miami Beach experience and contemporary dining; pick The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne for a more secluded island resort atmosphere and a broad set of on-site amenities.
| Category | Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa | The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Contemporary Art Deco–restored beachfront resort with a lively public pool scene and an adults-only pool section | Secluded, resort-style island property focused on calm beach and leisure |
| Location | 4041 Collins Ave, Mid‑Beach — direct beach access and a short walk to the boardwalk | 455 Grand Bay Dr, Key Biscayne — on an island near Crandon Beach and Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park |
| Size (rooms/suites) | 287 rooms, including 64 suites | 421 rooms (room & suite mix listed) |
| Audience / age policy | Mixed-use, family friendly; adults-only pool section and Ondara Spa for 18+ | Mixed-use / family friendly (not adults-only) |
| Pools | Two heated outdoor pools (family pool + adults-only upper pool that converts for events) | Two outdoor pools (plus extensive outdoor sports facilities) |
| Restaurants & bars | Aguasal, Bar Centro, Soleo Pool & Beach (José Andrés Group) and in-room dining | Five restaurants (example: Luma), 3 bars/lounges and 2 poolside bars |
| Spa & wellness | Ondara Spa (full-service, adults-only treatments) and 24-hour fitness center with classes | Full-service spa with massages, treatments; fitness and multiple courts onsite |
| Known for | Design-forward, restored 1940s Art Deco property on Collins Avenue with easy access to Miami Beach attractions | Secluded island resort calm, wide on-site recreational options and multiple dining outlets |
| Event & meeting space | About 25,000 sq ft of indoor/outdoor event space (notable hydraulic upper pool/event platform) | Approximately 30,000 sq ft of conference/meeting space and extensive meeting facilities |
| Beach access | Direct beach access (Mid‑Beach) | Beachfront on Key Biscayne / near Crandon Beach and Bill Baggs |
Andaz sits on Collins Avenue in Miami Beach’s Mid‑Beach neighborhood with direct beach access and easy access to the boardwalk and nearby attractions.
Choose Andaz for immediate beach access and proximity to Miami Beach dining, shopping and nightlife.
The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami is located on Key Biscayne, an island community separated from mainland Miami by the Rickenbacker Causeway.
Choose the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne for a quieter island location and a resort-style beach experience.
Andaz offers 287 rooms across three towers, including 64 suites and several ocean-view and terrace suites.
Andaz is a good choice if you want contemporary rooms with ocean views and several suite options in a compact beachfront setting.
The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne lists a broad mix of rooms and suites, including oceanfront and club/club‑access categories.
The Ritz-Carlton offers a wide room and suite selection including oceanfront and club categories for a traditional luxury resort stay.
Andaz’s on-site dining is curated by the José Andrés Group with three main outlets and full in-room dining.
Pick Andaz if you want signature chef-curated dining in a compact, well-curated restaurant lineup.
The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne lists multiple on-site restaurants and bars — five restaurants plus several bars and poolside service.
Choose the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne when you want more on-site dining variety without leaving the resort.
Andaz features two heated outdoor pools with Atlantic views, plus private cabanas and direct beach access.
Andaz works well for guests who want a mix of family-friendly pool time and an adults-only pool option with event capability.
The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne is a beachfront resort with multiple pools and beach amenities.
Choose the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne if you want beachfront resort grounds with more outdoor recreational options.
Andaz’s Ondara Spa is an adults-only spa complemented by a 24-hour fitness center with classes.
Andaz suits guests who want a modern spa and 24/7 fitness plus quick access to Miami Beach nightlife.
The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne provides a full-service spa and a broad set of on-site recreational facilities.
The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne fits travelers who prioritize on-site wellness and outdoor sports over city nightlife.

Andaz Miami Beach — direct beach access, boardwalk proximity, and easy access to Mid‑Beach and South Beach dining and nightlife.

The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne — island location and resort-focused grounds make it a calmer beach stay.

The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne — multiple restaurants and bars across the property for more choices without leaving the resort.

Andaz Miami Beach — José Andrés Group venues (Aguasal, Bar Centro, Soleo) and in-room dining options.
Both welcome families, but Andaz has a designated family pool and family-friendly programming plus easy beach and boardwalk access; Ritz Key Biscayne offers broader resort grounds and recreational options that families may also enjoy.
The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne is the quieter, more secluded island option; Andaz is on Miami Beach with more nearby urban activity and a livelier pool scene.
Andaz has an adults-only upper pool where guests under 18 are not permitted; The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne has pool areas but does not advertise an adults-only pool restriction in the provided listing.
The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne lists five restaurants and multiple bars; Andaz lists three main on-site venues curated by the José Andrés Group.
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