Age policy and what it means for your stay
1 Hotel South Beach is an all-ages beachfront hotel with an 18+ minimum to book or check in and specific age limits for certain facilities (for example, the rooftop pool area is reserved for guests 21 and older). Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and a major credit card to guarantee your reservation.
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Who can book and check in
All guest reservations must be made by someone at least 18 years old; the hotel requires that the person checking in be 18 or older. A valid government-issued photo ID is required at check-in for security verification.
Reservations must be guaranteed with a major credit card at booking. The front desk operates 24 hours and can help with questions about identity, payment, or group policies.
- Minimum age to book/check in: 18 years
- Valid government-issued photo ID required at check-in
- Reservation guarantee: major credit card
| Service | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Check-in age | 18+ to book or check in |
| ID | Valid government-issued photo ID |
| Reservation guarantee | Major credit card at booking |
Pools and rooftop access
1 Hotel South Beach has multiple pool areas with specific age or dress-code rules for some decks. The Rooftop Pool (18 stories up) is an adults-only area reserved for guests 21 and older and enforces a dress code.
Cabanas are available for reservation at the Rooftop Pool, Cabana Pool, Center Pool and South Pool. The Center Pool is the main pool deck; the Rooftop Pool is a separate, age-restricted space.
- Rooftop Pool: reserved for guests 21 and older; dress code enforced
- Cabanas available at Rooftop, Cabana, Center and South Pools (reservable)
- Center Pool is the primary pool deck
| Pool | Notes |
|---|---|
| Rooftop Pool | Reserved for guests 21+; dress code enforced |
| Center Pool | Main pool deck |
| South Pool | Located on 2nd floor with beachfront view |
Spa and fitness center rules
The on-site Bamford Wellness Spa is located on the 2nd floor next to the Anatomy fitness center and operates daily during published hours. Many treatments require reservations; the spa posts specific age requirements for certain services.
Anatomy fitness center has an age limit for entry. If you plan to use the spa or fitness classes, check the spa and gym rules and bring ID to confirm eligibility when required.
- Bamford Wellness Spa: 2nd floor; reservations required for treatments
- Fitness center (Anatomy): access limited by age (hotel posts 18+ for health club)
- Spa operating hours and service rules available through the spa desk or reservations line
| Facility | Age note |
|---|---|
| Anatomy fitness center | Guests must meet minimum age requirement to enter (hotel posts 18+) |
| Bamford Wellness Spa | Some services have age restrictions; check at booking |
Room access, ID, guarantees and extra guests
All room and suite bookings require the booker or the person checking in to be at least 18 and to present valid photo identification. Room types at the property include names such as with Balcony Room, Two King Beds, King, Suite, 1 Bedroom, Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, City View Junior Suite with Balcony, Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View, and others.
Reservations must be guaranteed with a major credit card. Group reservations (typically 4 rooms or more) are handled under specific group policies and may require full payment or different terms—confirm with the hotel or your booking agent.
- Bring valid photo ID at check-in
- Room types include: with Balcony Room; Two King Beds; King; Two Queen Beds; Suite, 1 Bedroom; Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony; City View Junior Suite with Balcony; Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View; Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Oceanfront; Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Oceanfront; Junior Suite, Balcony, Ocean View; Studio Suite; Studio Suite, Balcony; Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View (Home); Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Home, Skyline View); Room, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Ocean View (Home); Room, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Ocean View (PH); Room, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Ocean View (Home); Room, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Ocean View (PH); Presidential Suite; Penthouse
| Policy | What it means for your stay |
|---|---|
| Check-in age | Person checking in must be 18+ with ID |
| Guarantee | Major credit card required at booking |
| Group bookings | 4+ rooms treated as group; special terms may apply |
Dining, rooftop restaurant and age-related rules
The hotel has seven food-and-drink outlets (Watr at the 1 Rooftop, AVIV, Tala Beach, Plnthouse, The Sandbox Poolside Restaurant, Neighbors Café and Drift Lobby Bar) and 24-hour in-room dining. Some venues and hours vary; reservations are recommended for busy services.
Watr at the 1 Rooftop is on the 18th floor and follows an age- and dress-code policy. The rooftop pool area remains 21+, and the rooftop restaurant may limit unaccompanied guests under a specified age during evening hours—check current rules when you reserve a table.
- Watr at the 1 Rooftop: Japanese-influenced cuisine; reservations advised; dress code shifts from relaxed-casual (day) to chic-casual (evening)
- AVIV: breakfast and dinner service; reservations recommended
- Plnthouse: breakfast and grab-and-go; open to hotel guests
| Venue | Notes |
|---|---|
| Watr at the 1 Rooftop | Rooftop dining; dress code changes by time of day; reservations advised |
| AVIV | Mediterranean/Israeli restaurant; breakfast and dinner service; walk-ins possible |
| The Sandbox Poolside Restaurant | Located beside the Center Pool; lunch hours vary by day of week |
Practical tips and what to ask before you arrive
Confirm any facility age rules and dress codes before arrival if specific access is important to you (for rooftop pool, spa treatments, fitness center or certain dining times). The front desk is open 24 hours and can confirm eligibility requirements.
Ask about resort-fee inclusions, cabana reservations, parking (valet only), EV charging, and any deposits or incidental holds at check-in. If you have special access or mobility needs, notify the hotel ahead of arrival so the team can advise on room options and services.
- Confirm rooftop pool access and rooftop dining policies before you arrive
- Valet parking only; EV charging stations on-site
- Ask front desk about resort-fee inclusions, cabana reservations, and any incidental deposit
| Before arrival | Who to contact |
|---|---|
| Confirm age-related access (Rooftop Pool, spa, Anatomy) | Front desk / reservations |
| Book cabana or rooftop dining | Concierge or restaurant reservations |
| Parking and EV charging | Front desk / valet |
