
Nobu Hotel Miami Beach
Best for food-focused travelers and spa fans who want Nobu dining and a large Esencia Wellness Spa on-site.
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Nobu Hotel Miami Beach is a Japanese-inspired, restaurant-led luxury hotel-within-a-hotel on Collins Avenue, aimed at guests who prioritize signature dining, spa facilities, and a mix of family and adult spaces. 1 Hotel South Beach is an eco-luxury, nature-driven beachfront resort in South Beach for travelers who want sustainability-minded design, wellness programming, and direct beach access.
Updated · about 1.2 km apart

Best for food-focused travelers and spa fans who want Nobu dining and a large Esencia Wellness Spa on-site.

Best for wellness-minded travelers and anyone who prefers eco-driven design and multiple pools right on the sand.
When Nobu Hotel Miami Beach wins: choose Nobu if you want the Nobu restaurant experience on property, a large 22,000 sq ft spa (Esencia) and a hotel with both family programming and a dedicated adults-only pool.
When 1 Hotel South Beach wins: pick 1 Hotel for a nature-forward design, three outdoor pools, many on-site bars and restaurants, and a beachfront South Beach address closer to Collins Avenue shopping and the Miami Beach Boardwalk.
Bottom line: both are five-star beachfront Miami Beach options; pick Nobu for a Japanese/Nikkei dining and large spa focus, and 1 Hotel South Beach for eco-luxury, wellness programming, and direct South Beach energy.
| Category | Nobu Hotel Miami Beach | 1 Hotel South Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Japanese-inspired, restaurant-led luxury integrated into Eden Roc | Eco-luxury, nature-driven beachfront lifestyle resort |
| Location (Collins Ave) | 4525 Collins Avenue — Mid‑Beach / Eden Roc complex (steps to sand) | 2341 Collins Avenue — beachfront South Beach (near boardwalk & shopping) |
| Size | 206 guest rooms (including three penthouse Villas) | Not published |
| Ages / audience | All-ages property with kids' club and an adults-only Nobu Pool (21+) | All-ages resort (not adults-only) |
| Pools | Four outdoor pools including a guest-only adults pool and a children's pool | Three outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge) and poolside bars |
| Beach access | Direct beach access (short walk from Collins Ave location) | Direct beachfront — hotel sits on Collins Avenue with private beach amenities |
| Restaurants & bars | Nobu Miami (Japanese‑Peruvian), Ocean Social, Café Inez, Nobu Lobby Bar, Aquatica Pool & Beach Bar | Three restaurants including WATR AT THE 1 ROOFTOP, 6 bars/lounges and 2 pool bars |
| Spa & wellness | Esencia Wellness Spa & Fitness Center — ~22,000 sq ft, 18 treatment rooms, hydrotherapy circuit | Full-service spa and 24-hour fitness; strong wellness programming (Pilates on site listed) |
| Meetings & events | Extensive event space shared with Eden Roc (multiple ballrooms, penthouse venues, large capacities) | Conference center with ~25,005 sq ft of meeting space and a meeting room |
| Guest rating / stars | 5 stars; guest rating: Not published | 5 stars; guest rating: 9.4 |
Nobu Hotel Miami Beach sits inside the Eden Roc resort on Collins Avenue in Mid‑Beach, a short walk to the sand and easy access to Lincoln Road and the boardwalk.
Choose Nobu to be in Mid‑Beach with quick sand access and easy reach of South Beach nightlife by car or rideshare.
1 Hotel South Beach sits on Collins Avenue in South Beach with direct beachfront access and walkable proximity to Lincoln Road, the Boardwalk and Collins Avenue shopping.
Pick 1 Hotel for a classic South Beach location if you want to be closer to the action and beachside walking routes.
Nobu offers 206 rooms with a clear Japanese-inspired design language and a range of Suites and Villas for larger stays.
Nobu is a good pick if you want Japanese-design details and a clear room progression up to multibedroom Villas.
1 Hotel South Beach lists many room and suite configurations with balcony and ocean-view options across a broad inventory.
1 Hotel has a wide range of room types and several ocean-view and multi-bedroom options suitable for families or groups.
Nobu Hotel Miami Beach centers around Nobu Miami and a lineup of in‑house restaurants that emphasize Japanese/Nikkei and seaside American cuisine.
Choose Nobu when you want a stay anchored by Nobu dining and multiple in‑house restaurant moods.
1 Hotel South Beach offers multiple dining venues and extensive bar/lounge options, with a rooftop restaurant among the highlights.
Pick 1 Hotel if you want varied bars, rooftop dining and multiple poolside options in a beachside setting.
Nobu has four outdoor pools, including a guest-only adults‑only Nobu Pool and a children's pool, plus direct beach access through Eden Roc.
Nobu works well for mixed groups: families have dedicated kid amenities while adults can use an exclusive pool.
1 Hotel South Beach lists three outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge) and direct beachfront amenities.
Choose 1 Hotel if you want multiple beachfront pools and a resort design that prioritizes outdoor/nature spaces.
Nobu’s Esencia Wellness Spa is a major on-site asset with a large hydrotherapy circuit and many treatment rooms.
Go Nobu for a large, facility-heavy spa experience and round-the-clock fitness access.
1 Hotel South Beach emphasizes wellness through on-site classes and spa services alongside its eco-friendly design.
1 Hotel is a strong choice for guests who want sustainable design plus day-to-day wellness activities.

Nobu Hotel Miami Beach — Nobu Miami anchors the hotel's culinary identity and is a draw on its own.

1 Hotel South Beach — nature-driven design, rooftop dining and a full beachfront South Beach address.

Nobu Hotel Miami Beach — Esencia Wellness Spa (~22,000 sq ft, hydrotherapy circuit, 18 treatment rooms).

1 Hotel South Beach — three outdoor pools, two pool bars and cabana options for daytime lounging.
1 Hotel South Beach is in South Beach and within a short walk of Lincoln Road and the Boardwalk; Nobu sits in Mid‑Beach and is a short drive or rideshare away.
Yes. Nobu explicitly lists kids' programming and a children's pool while 1 Hotel South Beach is listed as all-ages with family room options.
Nobu Hotel Miami Beach has a large Esencia Wellness Spa (~22,000 sq ft, 18 treatment rooms and a hydrotherapy circuit).
No — supplier information lists 1 Hotel South Beach as all-ages (not adults-only).
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