
1 Hotel South Beach
Best for active, wellness-minded travelers who want lots of pools, daily fitness classes, and a variety of restaurants and event spaces.
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1 Hotel South Beach is a large, wellness-focused oceanfront resort in Miami Beach for travelers who want multiple pools, active programming, and contemporary eco-luxury. Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club is a smaller, historic ultra-luxury oceanfront Surfside resort for guests who prefer discreet, residential service and a quieter address north of Miami Beach.
Updated · about 8.1 km apart

Best for active, wellness-minded travelers who want lots of pools, daily fitness classes, and a variety of restaurants and event spaces.

Best for travelers seeking a quieter, residential ultra-luxury stay with Four Seasons service and a smaller, more private hotel footprint.
When 1 Hotel South Beach wins: choose 1 Hotel if you want more on-site energy and variety — multiple pools including a large adults-only rooftop pool, many dining outlets, an extensive event program, and a wellness-first spa and fitness offering.
When Four Seasons at The Surf Club wins: choose the Surf Club if you want a smaller, discreetly luxurious oceanfront property with Four Seasons service, a boutique scale, and a more residential Surfside address near Bal Harbour.
Bottom line: both are five-star, oceanfront properties in the greater Miami Beach area; pick 1 Hotel South Beach for scale, activity, and wellness programming, or Four Seasons at The Surf Club for a quieter, historic ultra-luxury stay.
| Category | 1 Hotel South Beach | Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Modern, eco-luxury, lively | Historic, discreet ultra-luxury |
| Location | Mid-Beach, Miami Beach — on Collins Avenue near the boardwalk and museums | Surfside — oceanfront, minutes from Bal Harbour Shops |
| Size (rooms) | About 425 rooms (plus residences) | 77 guestrooms |
| Pools | Four pools including an adults-only rooftop pool and large Center Pool | Two outdoor pools and pool cabanas; beach bar on site |
| Restaurants & bars | Seven venues (Watr Rooftop, AVIV, Tala Beach, Plnthouse, Sandbox, Drift, Neighbors) | Three restaurants including Le Sirenuse Champagne Bar; 24-hour room service |
| Spa & fitness | Bamford Wellness Spa (12 treatment rooms) and Anatomy fitness with group classes | Full-service spa, steam room/sauna and 24-hour fitness center |
| Known for | Wellness programming, rooftop pool, eco-minded design | Four Seasons brand, Surf Club heritage, discreet residential feel |
| Private beach | Private 600-foot Atlantic beachfront with reservable cabanas | Oceanfront location with beach bar and direct beach access |
| Event & meeting spaces | Large event capacity (Terra Ballroom, rooftop, private beach — multiple large spaces) | Smaller scale: 2 meeting rooms available |
1 Hotel South Beach sits on Collins Avenue in Mid-Beach, within a short walk of the Miami Beach Boardwalk, The Bass museum, and Collins Avenue shopping.
Choose 1 Hotel for a central Miami Beach location with easy access to city energy and attractions.
Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club is located in Surfside on Collins Avenue, a quieter oceanfront neighborhood north of Miami Beach.
Choose the Surf Club when you want a quieter, more residential beachfront address near Bal Harbour.
1 Hotel South Beach is a large property with dozens of room and suite types plus residences, aimed at a range of travelers.
1 Hotel provides many room configurations for groups, families, and longer stays.
Four Seasons at The Surf Club is much smaller and leans toward a residential, suite-forward layout.
The Surf Club is better if you prefer fewer rooms and larger, residence-style suites.
1 Hotel South Beach offers seven food-and-beverage outlets spanning rooftop, beachside, poolside and casual café options.
Pick 1 Hotel for variety and energetic dining scenes across multiple venues.
Four Seasons at The Surf Club provides fewer but carefully presented dining options and full room service.
The Surf Club suits travelers who prefer curated, high-end dining in a quieter setting.
1 Hotel places a strong emphasis on pools and beach with four distinct pool areas and extensive cabana options.
If pool variety and a lively deck scene matter, 1 Hotel is the more active choice.
Four Seasons at The Surf Club offers two outdoor pools and beach access in a more intimate setting.
Choose the Surf Club for a quieter pool and beach experience with Four Seasons service.
1 Hotel emphasizes wellness with the Bamford Wellness Spa, Anatomy fitness center, and scheduled group classes.
1 Hotel is a match for guests prioritizing wellness programming and an active social scene.
Four Seasons places more emphasis on classic spa and fitness amenities with quieter service.
The Surf Club fits travelers who want traditional spa services and low-key evenings.

1 Hotel South Beach — Bamford Wellness Spa, Anatomy gym and daily group classes

Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club — Four Seasons standards, smaller guest count, residential feel

1 Hotel South Beach — seven venues including rooftop Watr and AVIV by Michael Solomonov

Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club — Surfside location minutes from Bal Harbour Shops
1 Hotel South Beach — it has more restaurants, bars, pools, fitness classes, and event spaces.
Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club — smaller scale, Four Seasons service, and a residential Surfside address.
Yes — both have oceanfront locations and direct beach access.
1 Hotel South Beach is much larger (about 425 rooms plus residences) while Four Seasons at The Surf Club has 77 guestrooms.
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