
SLS Brickell
Best for travelers who prioritize downtown Miami access, rooftop pool lounges, and large meeting or wedding venues.
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SLS Brickell (now operating as Dua Miami, Autograph Collection) is an urban, design-forward hotel in Miami’s Brickell financial district with rooftop pools, event space, and downtown access — read this if you want a city stay with poolside nightlife and meeting/wedding facilities. Nautilus Sonesta Miami Beach is an upscale lifestyle beach resort on Collins Avenue in South Beach — read this if you want easy beach access, poolside Mediterranean dining, and a South Beach neighborhood vibe.
Updated · About 15–20 minutes by car (roughly 12 km) between Brickell and South Beach

Best for travelers who prioritize downtown Miami access, rooftop pool lounges, and large meeting or wedding venues.

Best for guests who want immediate access to South Beach, poolside Mediterranean dining, and a classic Miami Beach Art Deco setting.
When SLS Brickell (Dua Miami) wins: pick the Brickell property if you want a downtown base for business or nightlife, rooftop pool programming and DJs, and extensive event/wedding space.
When Nautilus Sonesta Miami Beach wins: choose Nautilus Sonesta if a beach-front location, short walks to Lincoln Road and the Miami Beach Boardwalk, and a relaxed poolside restaurant are your priorities.
Bottom line: Brickell is a city-first hotel with rooftop social spaces and big-event facilities; Nautilus Sonesta is a South Beach-style resort for beach days and easy access to Collins Avenue attractions. Your choice depends on whether you want downtown convenience or beach proximity.
| Category | SLS Brickell | Nautilus Sonesta Miami Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Urban, design-forward downtown hotel with rooftop social spaces | Upscale lifestyle beach resort with Art Deco touches |
| Location | Brickell financial district — walkable to Brickell City Centre and Miami Riverwalk | Collins Avenue, South Beach — steps from the Miami Beach Boardwalk and Lincoln Road Mall |
| Size | About 124 rooms (relisted as Dua Miami / formerly SLS Brickell) | 250 guestrooms |
| Ages / policy | All ages welcome; lead guest check-in age listed as 21 under current branding | All ages welcome; not adults-only |
| Pools | Two outdoor rooftop pools with cabanas (surcharge) and poolside bar/lounge | One outdoor pool, poolside bar, pool cabanas (surcharge) and direct beach access nearby |
| Restaurants & bars | Rooftop Altitude Pool & Lounge plus other dining venues (rebrand has changed some outlets) | Nautilus Cabana Club (poolside Mediterranean) plus 2 bars/lounges and 1 restaurant |
| Spa & wellness | Full-service spa (previously Ciel Spa), fitness center, steam room | On-site spa treatment rooms and 24-hour fitness facilities |
| Known for | Rooftop programming, large indoor/outdoor event space, downtown access | Beach proximity, Art Deco location near Lincoln Road and the Boardwalk |
| Event / meeting space | Extensive: more than 58,000 sq ft of combined indoor/outdoor event space (multiple ballrooms/meeting rooms) | Conference center with 23,000 sq ft and 5 meeting rooms |
| Accessibility & family features | Accessible paths, spa and pool access; children welcome | Wheelchair-accessible public areas, accessible pool, children's pool and family services |
SLS Brickell (now Dua Miami) sits in Brickell’s financial and shopping district with easy walking access to urban sights.
Choose Brickell for a downtown, walkable base and urban itinerary rather than beach time.
Nautilus Sonesta is on Collins Avenue in South Beach, within minutes on foot of the Boardwalk and Lincoln Road.
Pick Nautilus Sonesta for a South Beach stay when proximity to sand, boardwalks, and Collins Avenue is important.
Rooms at the Brickell property focus on urban design with suites and studio options.
Stay at Brickell for suite options and a downtown perspective; confirm the current branding and room details when booking.
Nautilus Sonesta offers 250 guestrooms with standard and multi-bed room types.
Nautilus Sonesta gives more beachfront-style room inventory and family-friendly layouts for beach trips.
The Brickell property centers dining around a rooftop pool lounge and multiple event dining options.
Brickell is geared to rooftop dining and city nightlife; check current outlets after the property’s rebrand.
Nautilus Sonesta emphasizes poolside Mediterranean dining and casual beachside drinks.
Nautilus Sonesta is the easier pick for poolside and seaside meals near Lincoln Road and the boardwalk.
Brickell’s social life centers on rooftop pools and lounges rather than an ocean beach.
Pick Brickell for rooftop pool atmosphere and downtown skyline views; not for immediate beach access.
Nautilus Sonesta has an outdoor pool and is located steps from the beach and boardwalk.
Nautilus Sonesta suits guests who want to split time between pool and immediate beach access.
Brickell offers a spa, fitness center, and rooftop nightlife programming.
Brickell combines spa and fitness with rooftop nightlife — good for guests who want both wellness and evening socializing.
Nautilus Sonesta provides spa treatment rooms, a fitness center, and a more low-key beach-bar nightlife.
Nautilus Sonesta is better for daytime beach wellness and casual evening drinks close to South Beach nightlife.

SLS Brickell (Dua Miami) — large event and meeting space plus walkable access to Brickell City Centre and business destinations.

Nautilus Sonesta Miami Beach — immediate access to the Miami Beach Boardwalk, Lincoln Road, and the Atlantic shoreline.

SLS Brickell — two rooftop pools, rooftop lounge, and regular pool-deck programming.

Nautilus Sonesta — children's pool, family amenities, and beachfront services.
Nautilus Sonesta Miami Beach is on Collins Avenue in South Beach and is a short walk to the boardwalk and beach; SLS Brickell (Dua Miami) is in downtown Brickell and requires a drive or ride to reach the Atlantic beaches.
SLS Brickell (Dua Miami) has a much larger combined indoor/outdoor event footprint and multiple ballrooms and meeting rooms, making it the stronger option for larger meetings or weddings.
No. Neither property is marketed as adults-only; both welcome guests of all ages.
Yes — the Brickell property has been rebranded and is operating as Dua Miami, Autograph Collection. Confirm current branding and policies when booking.
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