
1 Hotel South Beach
Best for travelers who want multiple pools, varied dining, and an expansive spa and fitness program steps from a private beach.
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1 Hotel South Beach is a large, eco-minded beachfront wellness resort with multiple pools, restaurants, and a full Bamford Wellness Spa; read this if you want a resort-style South Beach stay with lots of on-site amenities. The Betsy South Beach is an upscale boutique hotel on Ocean Drive with a heritage, literary vibe; read this if you prefer a smaller, classic South Beach hotel within the Art Deco district.
Updated · about 1.3 km apart

Best for travelers who want multiple pools, varied dining, and an expansive spa and fitness program steps from a private beach.

Best for travelers who prefer an intimate, historic South Beach hotel within walking distance of the Art Deco District and Lincoln Road.
When 1 Hotel South Beach wins: choose 1 Hotel if you want a true resort experience — private beachfront access, four pools (including an adults-only rooftop), several restaurants and bars, a large Bamford Wellness Spa, and extensive event spaces.
When The Betsy wins: pick The Betsy if you want a smaller, quieter property on Ocean Drive with boutique service, literary and cultural programming, two outdoor pools, and easy walking access to the Art Deco Historic District and Lincoln Road.
Bottom line: both are upscale choices in Miami Beach; 1 Hotel is the better option for amenity-rich, wellness- and beach-focused resort stays, while The Betsy suits guests seeking a compact, heritage-focused South Beach base.
| Category | 1 Hotel South Beach | The Betsy South Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large eco-luxe beachfront resort, modern design and reclaimed-wood interiors | Upscale boutique hotel with heritage appeal and literary character |
| Location | 2341 Collins Avenue — Mid-Beach beachfront; near Bass Museum and boardwalk | 1440 Ocean Drive — steps from Ocean Drive, Art Deco District and Miami Beach Boardwalk |
| Size | About 425 rooms plus residences (large resort) | 130 individually decorated guestrooms (boutique scale) |
| Ages / policy | All-ages resort but guests must be 18+ to book/check in; Rooftop Pool 21+ | All ages allowed (children policies noted on supplier listing) |
| Pools | Four pools (Center, Cabana, South, adults-only Rooftop) and private beach access | Two outdoor pools and beach sun loungers/cabanas available |
| Restaurants & bars | Seven venues including Watr Rooftop, AVIV, Tala Beach, Plnthouse, Sandbox, Drift, Neighbors Café | One on-site restaurant (LT Steak and Seafood listed) plus 2 bars/lounges and room service |
| Spa & fitness | Bamford Wellness Spa (12 treatment rooms), Anatomy fitness center with group classes | On-site spa services and fitness facilities available (supplier listing) |
| Known for | Private 600-foot Atlantic beachfront, wellness programming, rooftop pool and multiple F&B venues | Heritage boutique character, cultural programming, central Ocean Drive location |
| Event & meeting space | Extensive — Terra Ballroom, rooftop deck, private beach and multiple breakout rooms (large capacities) | Conference center and 14 meeting rooms (about 25,000 sq ft) suitable for meetings and events |
| Typical guest | Guests looking for resort amenities, wellness and beach time | Guests seeking boutique, intimate stays close to South Beach attractions |
1 Hotel South Beach sits on Collins Avenue in the Mid-Beach area with direct access to a private stretch of Atlantic beach.
Choose 1 Hotel for a quieter, more resort-oriented beachfront location with direct sand access.
The Betsy is on Ocean Drive at 1440 Ocean Drive, in the heart of the Art Deco Historic District and steps from the boardwalk.
Choose The Betsy if you want to be in the center of South Beach’s historic and cultural action.
1 Hotel offers many room and suite configurations with a reclaimed-wood, eco-luxe design and ocean-view options.
Pick 1 Hotel for the widest range of room sizes and oceanfront suites at resort scale.
The Betsy has 130 individually decorated guestrooms and a mix of classic rooms, balcony rooms and suites.
Pick The Betsy for individually decorated rooms and a compact, boutique hotel experience.
1 Hotel provides a broad set of dining venues across rooftop, beachside, poolside and casual outlets.
Choose 1 Hotel for varied, resort-scale dining and a rooftop restaurant with ocean views.
The Betsy offers a smaller on-site food-and-drink program with a main restaurant and a couple of bars/lounges.
Choose The Betsy if you prefer a quieter, more focused set of dining options close to many off-site restaurants.
1 Hotel emphasizes beach and pool life with four distinct pools and private ocean access.
Choose 1 Hotel for maximum pool variety and private beachfront facilities.
The Betsy has an on-site pool offering and access to beach amenities via its Ocean Drive location.
Choose The Betsy for a smaller-scale pool experience with immediate access to Ocean Drive and the boardwalk.
1 Hotel centers wellness in its on-site Bamford Wellness Spa and Anatomy fitness program, while also offering lively bars and events.
Pick 1 Hotel if wellness programming plus energetic poolside and rooftop nightlife matter to you.
The Betsy focuses on cultural programming and a quieter, more intimate bar and event scene.
Pick The Betsy for cultural events and a low-key evening atmosphere within walking distance of South Beach's bars and clubs.

1 Hotel — multiple pools (including rooftop), private beachfront, many restaurants and a large Bamford Spa.

The Betsy — smaller scale, heritage rooms and steps from Ocean Drive and the Art Deco Historic District.

1 Hotel — Bamford Wellness Spa, Anatomy fitness center and daily group fitness classes.

The Betsy — literary/cultural programming, art gallery and a quieter, intimate setting.
The Betsy is on Ocean Drive and steps from the Art Deco Historic District; 1 Hotel is a short walk or trolley ride away on Collins Avenue.
1 Hotel has a large Bamford Wellness Spa and the Anatomy fitness center with complimentary group classes, so it's the stronger pick for dedicated wellness stays.
Choose 1 Hotel for Watr Rooftop Restaurant (18 stories up with ocean views). The Betsy offers beachfront dining but not a rooftop restaurant of that scale.
1 Hotel has an adults-only Rooftop Pool reserved for guests 21 and older. The Betsy’s supplier listing notes two outdoor pools but does not list an adults-only pool.
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