
SLS Brickell
Best for downtown stays, meeting-and-event needs, and rooftop pool/party vibes in Brickell.
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SLS Brickell (now operating as Dua Miami / formerly SLS Brickell) is an urban, design-forward hotel in Miami’s Brickell financial district with rooftop pools, event spaces and a downtown location; this comparison is for travelers who want a walkable city base and nightlife/meeting facilities. Hilton Bentley Miami/South Beach is an upscale oceanfront resort on South Beach with beachfront access, a full-service spa and pool; read on if you prioritize beach days, ocean views, and a recognizable Hilton-affiliated brand.
Updated · about 15–20 minutes by car (Brickell to South Beach)

Best for downtown stays, meeting-and-event needs, and rooftop pool/party vibes in Brickell.

Best for beach access, a seaside resort feel, and guests who prefer a familiar Hilton experience on South Beach.
When SLS Brickell (Dua Miami) wins: choose SLS Brickell if you want to be in the middle of Miami’s financial and dining district, need large and varied event/wedding space, or want a rooftop pool deck and a downtown nightlife/rooftop-lounge scene.
When Hilton Bentley Miami/South Beach wins: choose the Hilton Bentley if you want oceanfront access and easy beach time, a resort-style pool and a full-service spa, or to stay within the South Beach walk-and-play neighborhood with nearby boardwalk and South Pointe Park.
Bottom line: pick SLS Brickell for an urban Brickell base and event-friendly facilities; pick Hilton Bentley Miami/South Beach for a traditional South Beach beach-and-resort stay with ocean access and Hilton-brand services.
| Category | SLS Brickell | Hilton Bentley Miami/South Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Urban, design-forward downtown hotel with rooftop social spaces and event focus | Oceanfront resort-style hotel on South Beach with a beach-and-spa orientation |
| Location | Brickell financial district — walkable to Brickell City Centre, Miami Riverwalk | Miami Beach (South Beach) — on Ocean Drive steps from South Pointe Beach and the boardwalk |
| Size / rooms | About 124 rooms (building 53 floors; legacy listing information) | 90 individually decorated guestrooms |
| Family friendliness / ages | All-ages property (lead guest check-in minimum varies by listing; current Marriott-era policy lists 21 for Dua Miami) | All ages welcome (not adults-only) |
| Pools / water | Two outdoor rooftop pools (rooftop deck, cabanas available for surcharge) | Outdoor pool and hot tub; direct beach access and beach towels/cabanas (surcharge) |
| Restaurants & bars | Rooftop Altitude Pool & Lounge plus other previously listed dining outlets; rooftop food/drink service and DJ programming | Two restaurants including Bentley Beach Club (Mediterranean) plus bar/lounge and poolside bar |
| Spa & wellness | Full-service spa and steam room historically on-site (some listings show spa operations changing with rebrand) | Full-service spa with massages, body treatments and facials; 24-hour health club |
| Meetings & events | Extensive event inventory (more than 58,000 sq ft of indoor/outdoor event space; multiple ballrooms and meeting rooms including George Ballroom) | Conference space ~1,496 sq ft across 2 meeting rooms |
| Known for | Rooftop pool parties, large meeting/wedding capacities and Brickell location | Ocean Drive location, South Pointe Beach proximity, and resort-style beach service |
| Airport access | About 13–25 minutes to Miami International Airport by car (Brickell area estimates) | Preferred airport: Miami International Airport (MIA); roughly 17.2 km from property |
SLS Brickell sits in Miami’s financial district, best for walking to restaurants, shops and the Metromover.
Choose SLS Brickell if you want a central downtown address and easy access to Brickell nightlife and business hubs.
Hilton Bentley Miami/South Beach is on Ocean Drive with immediate access to South Beach and the boardwalk.
Pick Hilton Bentley for beach-first days and a South Beach walking itinerary.
SLS Brickell (Dua Miami) historically offered 124 rooms with a mix of city-view rooms and suites.
SLS Brickell is a better fit for travelers who want downtown views and a range of suite sizes for groups or events.
Hilton Bentley has 90 individually decorated guestrooms with pillowtop beds and minibars.
Hilton Bentley works well for travelers seeking comfortable seaside rooms and direct beach proximity.
SLS Brickell centers much of its food-and-drink life around the rooftop Altitude Pool & Lounge.
If rooftop cocktails, city views and poolside programming are priorities, SLS Brickell has the edge.
Hilton Bentley offers Mediterranean cuisine at Bentley Beach Club plus a bar and poolside service.
Choose Hilton Bentley for beachside dining and straightforward resort meal options.
SLS Brickell’s rooftop deck offers two outdoor pools and a social poolside scene.
SLS Brickell is ideal if you prefer rooftop pool lounging and a city-view pool atmosphere.
Hilton Bentley provides a pool and hot tub plus direct, short walk access to South Beach.
Hilton Bentley is the obvious pick if you want immediate beach access and a seaside pool routine.
SLS Brickell historically combined a full-service spa and fitness offerings with a lively rooftop nightlife venue.
SLS Brickell blends daytime wellness with an active evening scene — good for guests who want both.
Hilton Bentley emphasizes spa treatments and a 24-hour health club in a calmer beachfront setting.
Hilton Bentley suits travelers who prioritize spa services and a quieter beachside evening program.

SLS Brickell — two rooftop pools, rooftop lounge programming and a downtown party/rooftop vibe.

Hilton Bentley Miami/South Beach — beachfront location steps from South Pointe Beach and the boardwalk.

SLS Brickell — extensive indoor/outdoor event space and multiple ballrooms for large events.

Hilton Bentley — recognizable Hilton-affiliated service, on-site spa and resort-style amenities.
Hilton Bentley Miami/South Beach is on Ocean Drive and within steps of South Pointe Beach; SLS Brickell is in the Brickell financial district and requires a drive to reach South Beach.
SLS Brickell has a much larger inventory of event space and multiple ballrooms, making it better suited for large meetings and weddings.
Yes — both properties welcome guests of all ages; neither is marketed as adults-only.
Yes. Hilton Bentley lists a full-service spa and 24-hour health club; SLS Brickell historically had a full-service spa though its operations and branding changed with the property's rebrand.
Hilton Bentley is the more convenient choice for a beach-focused stay because it sits on Ocean Drive with walking access to the sand and boardwalk.
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