
SLS Brickell
Best for downtown stays, rooftop pool time, and events/weddings in Brickell.
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SLS Brickell (now operating as Dua Miami, Autograph Collection) is an urban, design-forward downtown hotel with rooftop pools, event space, and a rooftop lounge — best for travelers who want a walkable Brickell base and rooftop social life. Loews Miami Beach Hotel – South Beach is a large, full‑service beachfront resort on Collins Avenue — best for travelers who want direct beach access, resort amenities, and family-friendly programming.
Updated · about 13 km apart

Best for downtown stays, rooftop pool time, and events/weddings in Brickell.

Best for direct beach access, multi‑generational families, and a wide set of resort facilities.
When SLS Brickell (Dua Miami) wins: choose this if you want a downtown Miami address close to Brickell City Centre, a rooftop pool scene and rooftop dining, or if you need flexible meeting and wedding spaces in the financial district.
When Loews wins: choose Loews Miami Beach Hotel – South Beach if your priority is stepping onto the sand, having multiple on-site restaurants and resort services, or bringing kids (Loews explicitly welcomes children and has family-friendly programming and pools).
Bottom line: pick SLS Brickell/Dua Miami for an urban, rooftop-focused stay and events in Brickell; pick Loews Miami Beach Hotel – South Beach for a classic South Beach beachfront resort experience with more rooms, dining options, and on-site beach access.
| Category | SLS Brickell | Loews Miami Beach Hotel South Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Urban, design-forward downtown hotel with rooftop social spaces | Large, full‑service beachfront resort with broad family appeal |
| Location | Brickell financial district — walking distance to Brickell City Centre and Miami Riverwalk | South Beach — on Collins Avenue, steps from Miami Beach boardwalk and the ocean |
| Size (rooms) | About 124 rooms (property listings under prior SLS name) | 790 rooms |
| Who can check in / ages | Children welcome; lead guest must meet minimum age (current Dua Miami listing shows 21) | |
| Pools & outdoor water | Two rooftop outdoor pools (rooftop terrace) with cabanas available for surcharge | Outdoor pool (plus 2 hot tubs) and direct access to the ocean / beach |
| Dining & bars | Rooftop dining at Altitude Pool & Lounge (rooftop bar/restaurant); legacy restaurants and lounges referenced in dossier | Four restaurants, a cafe, and a bar/lounge; room service and to-go breakfasts available |
| Spa & wellness | Full-service spa historically operated (Ciel Spa) though hours and current brand/status varied after rebrand | Full-service spa on site (massages, body treatments, facials) and health club/sauna |
| Event & meeting space | Extensive event space (George Ballroom, multiple meeting rooms; listed total of 58,000+ sq ft indoor/outdoor under prior branding) | Meeting rooms and a ballroom (fewer, smaller meeting facilities compared with SLS Brickell’s large event footprint) |
| Parking & arrival | Valet parking available (fee); contactless check-in options noted in listings | Self parking and valet available (surcharges); 24-hour front desk |
| Nearby highlights | Brickell City Centre, Miami Riverwalk, Metromover; no ocean beach (Biscayne Bay paths instead) | Lincoln Road, Ocean Drive, Miami Beach Boardwalk, immediate ocean access |
SLS Brickell (now listed as Dua Miami) sits in Brickell’s dense financial district for an urban, walkable stay.
Choose this if you want a downtown base for walking, shopping and nightlife in Brickell.
Loews Miami Beach Hotel – South Beach sits on Collins Avenue with immediate beach access and a South Beach address.
Choose Loews if beach proximity and South Beach attractions are your main priority.
SLS Brickell/Dua Miami is smaller and more hotel‑boutique in scale, with suites and standard rooms focused on city views and a rooftop experience.
Choose SLS Brickell for city-view rooms and a rooftop-centric layout; the property is much smaller than Loews.
Loews offers many room types including partial ocean view, oceanfront balconies, and multiple suite configurations.
Loews is better if you want more room-type choices, ocean-view balconies, or a larger property inventory.
SLS Brickell’s food and drink scene is rooftop-forward, anchored by Altitude Pool & Lounge and a selection of other legacy venues.
Pick SLS Brickell for rooftop dining, nightlife energy, and skyline views with poolside service.
Loews runs multiple on-site restaurants and bars, plus room service and a coffee shop for resort-style convenience.
Loews is the simpler choice for varied on-site dining without leaving the resort, especially for families.
SLS Brickell centers pool life on its rooftop terrace with two pools, cabanas, and a pool bar.
SLS Brickell’s rooftop pools are best for skyline views and a social pool scene; they do not provide an ocean swim.
Loews combines a resort pool area with immediate beach access for ocean swimming and boardwalk walks.
Loews is the straightforward pick if beach access and resort-style pool/beach time are essential.
SLS Brickell (Dua Miami) pairs a full-service spa, fitness offerings and an extensive event and wedding program.
Choose SLS Brickell when you need big event facilities, rooftop nightlife, and urban wellness offerings.
Loews offers a full-service spa and general resort wellness amenities, with straightforward family programming.
Loews is a strong fit for travelers who want spa treatments plus family-friendly programming and straightforward meetings.

SLS Brickell — two rooftop pools, a rooftop lounge/bar and a skyline-focused pool scene.

Loews Miami Beach Hotel – South Beach — direct beach access, family programming, and multiple on-site restaurants.

SLS Brickell — extensive event space (George Ballroom and many meeting rooms) and wedding packages.

Loews — far larger room count and multiple dining outlets suited to groups and families.
Loews Miami Beach Hotel – South Beach. It’s on Collins Avenue with immediate access to the sand and the Miami Beach boardwalk.
SLS Brickell (Dua Miami) — the property lists a large set of ballrooms and event spaces, including the George Ballroom and a very large combined indoor/outdoor footprint.
No. Both properties welcome children of all ages, though lead-guest minimum-age policies apply; listings show a minimum check-in age of 21 for the current Dua Miami and for Loews.
Loews has more restaurants and a wider variety of on-site dining options. SLS Brickell emphasizes a rooftop restaurant/lounge and had notable chef-driven venues under earlier branding.
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