
1 Hotel South Beach
Best for travelers who want lively South Beach dining and nightlife nearby, multiple pool options including an adults-only rooftop pool, and a wellness-forward stay.
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1 Hotel South Beach is an eco-minded, design-forward oceanfront resort on Collins Avenue in Miami Beach for travelers who want South Beach energy with roomy pools, rooftop dining, and a strong wellness focus. The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort is an ultra-luxury, oceanfront Bal Harbour hotel aimed at travelers who prefer quieter beaches, high-end service, and immediate access to Bal Harbour Shops.
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Best for travelers who want lively South Beach dining and nightlife nearby, multiple pool options including an adults-only rooftop pool, and a wellness-forward stay.

Best for travelers seeking a quieter, ultra-luxury beachfront stay with larger suites, designer shopping steps away, and formal St. Regis service.
When 1 Hotel South Beach wins: Choose 1 Hotel if you want a Miami Beach base with multiple pools, active group fitness classes, rooftop dining and a younger, design-led vibe that keeps you close to the Boardwalk and Collins Avenue nightlife.
When The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort wins: Choose The St. Regis if you prefer a quieter, ultra-luxury oceanfront hotel with larger suite options, direct access to Bal Harbour Shops, an emphasis on refined service, and formal dining options.
Bottom line: Both are five-star, oceanfront properties — pick 1 Hotel for sustainable, social South Beach energy and varied pool/restaurant scenes; pick The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort for a more tranquil, traditional luxury stay and immediate access to high-end shopping.
| Category | 1 Hotel South Beach | The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Eco-luxury, contemporary South Beach energy and active public spaces | Ultra-luxury, quieter, formal service and boutique-shopping access |
| Location | 2341 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach — Mid-Beach, near the Boardwalk and convention center | 9703 Collins Avenue, Bal Harbour — oceanfront beside Bal Harbour Shops |
| Size (rooms) | Roughly 425 rooms plus residences (hotel portion) with a wide range of suites | 213 individually decorated guestrooms and many suite categories |
| Ages / booking | All-ages property but guests must be 18+ to book/check in; some facilities 21+ | All-ages property (not adults-only); standard St. Regis policies apply |
| Pools & beach | Four pools (Center, Cabana, South, adults-only Rooftop) + private 600-foot beach access | Two outdoor pools + beachfront with sun loungers, umbrellas and cabanas (surcharge) |
| Restaurants & bars | Seven outlets including rooftop Watr, AVIV, Tala Beach and poolside dining | Four restaurants including Atlantikós (Greek) plus poolside bars and room service |
| Spa & fitness | Bamford Wellness Spa (12 treatment rooms) and Anatomy fitness center with classes | Full-service spa on site and 24-hour fitness facilities |
| Known for | Sustainable design, rooftop dining and a large multi-level pool deck | Formal St. Regis service, large suite options and proximity to Bal Harbour Shops |
| Beachfront | Yes — private Atlantic beachfront | |
| Event & meeting space | Extensive wedding and meeting venues (Terra Ballroom, rooftop deck, Tala Beach) | Significant conference and meeting space (about 17,651 sq ft, 9 meeting rooms) |
1 Hotel South Beach sits on Collins Avenue in Mid‑Beach, a short walk to the Boardwalk, museums, and Collins Avenue shopping.
Choose 1 Hotel to be in the thick of Miami Beach attractions and easy transit to South Beach hotspots.
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort sits on Collins Avenue in Bal Harbour, immediately adjacent to the high-end Bal Harbour Shops.
Choose The St. Regis for a quieter beachfront location and immediate access to designer shopping.
1 Hotel offers roughly 425 rooms plus residences with a range of suites and oceanfront options.
Pick 1 Hotel for modern, eco-driven room design and many suite configurations near South Beach.
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort has 213 individually decorated guestrooms with a wide suite lineup, including multi‑bedroom and top‑floor options.
Pick The St. Regis for formal, spacious rooms and a wide selection of large suites.
1 Hotel South Beach offers seven on‑site dining venues from rooftop Japanese to beachside and health-focused outlets.
Choose 1 Hotel if you want a range of lively, social dining options and a rooftop scene.
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort lists four restaurants, room service and refined dining, with Atlantikós (Greek) as a highlighted option.
Choose The St. Regis for quieter, formal dining and proximity to luxury retail dining options.
1 Hotel features four distinct pools and a large multi‑level pool deck plus private beachfront facilities.
Pick 1 Hotel if you want multiple pool atmospheres and a rooftop adults‑only option.
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort offers two outdoor pools and full beachfront service with cabanas and loungers.
Pick The St. Regis for traditional resort pool areas combined with direct Bal Harbour beachfront access.
1 Hotel emphasizes wellness with Bamford Wellness Spa and Anatomy fitness plus regular group classes.
Choose 1 Hotel for active wellness programming, a recognized spa and easy access to nightlife.
The St. Regis offers a full-service spa and 24-hour fitness facilities with a quieter evening atmosphere.
Choose The St. Regis for traditional luxury spa offerings and a more sedate evening pace.

1 Hotel — rooftop Watr, an adults‑only rooftop pool and multiple pool decks give you more pool-and-dining variety.

The St. Regis — immediate access to Bal Harbour Shops and a quieter beachfront experience suited to luxury-focused travelers.

1 Hotel — Bamford Wellness Spa, Anatomy fitness and daily group classes make it the pick for active-wellness stays.

The St. Regis — many large suite configurations (Imperial, Royal, Presidential and multi‑bedroom options) and St. Regis‑style service.
1 Hotel South Beach has more lively on‑site venues (rooftop, beach club, lobby bar) and is closer to South Beach nightlife; The St. Regis is quieter with refined on‑site dining and easy access to Bal Harbour Shops.
Both have full-service spas, but 1 Hotel highlights the Bamford Wellness Spa with signature treatments and an active class schedule — ideal if spa and wellness are central to your stay.
No. Neither property is adults-only. 1 Hotel requires guests to be 18 or older to book/check in and has age-restricted pool areas; The St. Regis is not an adults-only resort.
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort is adjacent to Bal Harbour Shops, making it the clear choice for high-end, walkable shopping.
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