
1 Hotel South Beach
Best for design-focused adults and couples who want private beachfront access, multiple pools and a destination spa.
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1 Hotel South Beach is an upscale, eco-minded beachfront resort with multiple pools, a Bamford Wellness Spa and rooftop dining—best for travelers who prioritize design, wellness, and a quieter private stretch of sand. Loews Miami Beach Hotel – South Beach is a large full-service beachfront resort with broad family-oriented amenities and straightforward scale; read this if you want lots of on-site options and a classic resort footprint.
Updated · about 1.3 km apart

Best for design-focused adults and couples who want private beachfront access, multiple pools and a destination spa.

Best for travelers who want a big, full-service South Beach resort with many on-site activities, restaurants and family-friendly services.
When 1 Hotel South Beach wins: choose 1 Hotel if you want eco-conscious design, a quieter private beach, multiple distinct pool decks (including a 21+ rooftop pool) and a high-end, wellness-focused spa.
When Loews Miami Beach Hotel – South Beach wins: choose Loews if you need a large full-service resort with wide-ranging on-site facilities, lots of room-type options, babysitting/children's programming, and a central South Beach location close to Lincoln Road and Española Way.
Bottom line: both are oceanfront properties on Collins Avenue; 1 Hotel leans upscale, design-forward and wellness-focused with private beach and rooftop experiences, while Loews is a long-standing large resort that delivers broad amenities and scale for families and groups.
| Category | 1 Hotel South Beach | Loews Miami Beach Hotel South Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Upscale, eco-conscious, design-forward | Major full-service beachfront resort, more mainstream resort feel |
| Location | 2341 Collins Avenue — private 600-ft Atlantic beachfront in Mid-Beach, near the Boardwalk and The Bass | 1601 Collins Ave — beachfront in South Beach, steps from Collins Avenue shopping, Lincoln Road and Española Way |
| Size | Roughly 425 rooms plus residences; multiple pools and event spaces | About 790 rooms (supplier listing) — large-scale resort |
| Ages / audience | Adults-first property policies (guests must be 18+ to book/check in) | All-ages resort (up to 3 children 17 and younger stay free with adults) |
| Pools & beach | Four pools (Center, Cabana, South and a 21+ Rooftop Pool) and private 600-ft beach; reservable cabanas | One outdoor pool plus direct beach access, pool cabanas available (supplier listing shows 1 outdoor pool and beach towels) |
| Restaurants & bars | Seven venues including Watr Rooftop, AVIV, Tala Beach, Plnthouse, Sandbox and Drift Lobby Bar | Four restaurants plus a coffee shop/cafe and a bar/lounge; room service and a snack/coffee option |
| Spa & fitness | Bamford Wellness Spa (12 treatment rooms), Anatomy fitness center with complimentary classes | Full-service spa, health club, sauna and steam room listed in supplier amenities |
| Known for | Private beachfront, wellness programming, rooftop dining and eco-focused design | Large beachfront resort with broad on-site programming and family-friendly services |
| Event & meeting spaces | Multiple flexible event spaces including a nearly 6,000 sq ft Terra Ballroom and rooftop/ beach venues | Meeting rooms and a banquet/ballroom; one meeting room listed in supplier facts and a reception hall |
| Parking & transport | Valet parking only; EV charging available; free WiFi in rooms and most public areas | Self parking and valet available (surcharge); limo/town car service and on-site concierge |
1 Hotel sits at 2341 Collins Avenue on a quieter stretch of private Atlantic beachfront in Mid-Beach.
Choose 1 Hotel for a slightly quieter, design-focused Mid-Beach location with private beach access.
Loews is located at 1601 Collins Ave in South Beach, within easy walking distance of Lincoln Road and Española Way.
Choose Loews for a central South Beach location close to shops, restaurants and boardwalk attractions.
1 Hotel offers about 21 room and suite types focused on ocean views, balconies and larger suite layouts.
Pick 1 Hotel when you want design-driven rooms, ocean views and larger boutique-style suite options.
Loews lists a wide set of room types (around 790 rooms in the property inventory) ranging from city-view rooms to oceanfront suites.
Pick Loews when you want broad room-availability, many standard configurations and easy upgrades within a large resort.
1 Hotel has seven food-and-beverage venues, including rooftop Japanese dining and a seasonal large beach restaurant.
Choose 1 Hotel if you value curated, chef-driven dining and rooftop or beachside restaurant options.
Loews offers multiple on-site restaurants (supplier listing: 4) plus a coffee shop/cafe and bar/lounge.
Choose Loews for straightforward, varied on-site dining with family-friendly and convenient meal options.
1 Hotel features four distinct pools and 600 feet of private beachfront, with reservable cabanas and poolside dining.
Choose 1 Hotel for multiple pool experiences and a private stretch of beach, especially if you want a rooftop adults-only pool.
Loews lists one outdoor pool in its supplier facts and provides direct beachfront access with towels and pool cabanas.
Choose Loews if you want a classic resort pool plus direct beach access in a large property with family amenities.
1 Hotel emphasizes wellness with Bamford Wellness Spa, Anatomy fitness center and a variety of guest classes.
Choose 1 Hotel if wellness, spa treatments and curated evening dining/drinks matter more than late-night clubbing.
Loews offers a full-service spa, health club and on-site recreational programming and evening dining/drink venues.
Choose Loews for a traditional resort wellness setup and easy access to evening dining without leaving the property.

Bamford Wellness Spa, Anatomy fitness classes and a clear wellness program make 1 Hotel the top wellness pick.

Loews' large room inventory, children's programming and many on-site services fit families and big groups.

1 Hotel's private 600-foot beachfront, four distinct pools and reservable cabanas give more curated beach and pool choices.

Loews delivers a long-standing full-service resort experience with many restaurants, meeting spaces and broad amenities.
1 Hotel South Beach — it has the Bamford Wellness Spa, Anatomy fitness center and complimentary group classes.
Loews — the supplier listing and policies show family-oriented amenities, children's programming and room options for groups.
Yes — both properties are on Collins Avenue with direct beach access; 1 Hotel advertises a private 600-foot beachfront.
1 Hotel lists seven food-and-beverage venues (including rooftop and beach restaurants); Loews lists four restaurants plus a cafe and bar.
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