
SLS Brickell
Best for downtown stays, rooftop pool days, and events/weddings in Brickell.
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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 a lively downtown vibe. The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort is an ultra-luxury oceanfront resort in Bal Harbour for travelers who want a beachfront, full-service luxury stay with multiple restaurants and a large spa.
Updated · about 25 minutes by car (Bal Harbour Beach is listed as ~25 minutes from Brickell)

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

Best for oceanfront beach access, multi-restaurant luxury dining, and resort-style spa time.
When SLS Brickell (Dua Miami) wins: choose this if you want to stay in the heart of Brickell—walkable to restaurants, shops, the Metromover—and prefer a rooftop pool, lively nightlife programming, or a hotel that doubles as an events/wedding venue.
When The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort wins: choose St. Regis if your priority is Atlantic Ocean beachfront access, on-site beach amenities and cabanas, a larger full-service spa and multiple signature restaurants in a quiet, luxury seaside neighborhood near Bal Harbour Shops.
Bottom line: pick Brickell for downtown energy, skyline pools and convenience to Miami’s business and dining scene; pick St. Regis Bal Harbour when an oceanfront, resort-style luxury stay and dedicated beach access are the priority.
| Category | SLS Brickell | The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Urban, design-forward downtown hotel with rooftop social programming and event spaces. | Ultra-luxury, oceanfront resort focused on beachside leisure, fine dining and a large spa. |
| Location | Brickell financial district — walkable to shopping, restaurants and the Metromover. | Bal Harbour beachfront — next to Bal Harbour Shops and the Atlantic Ocean. |
| Size (rooms) | About 124 rooms (listing for SLS Brickell / Dua Miami). | 213 guestrooms. |
| Check-in minimum age | Lead guest minimum age 21 (current Dua Miami / Autograph Collection listing). | |
| Pools / beach | Two rooftop outdoor pools with poolside bar, cabanas available for surcharge (rooftop setting). | Two outdoor pools plus direct Atlantic Ocean beach access with cabanas and beach umbrellas (surcharge for some services). |
| Restaurants & bars | Rooftop Altitude Pool & Lounge plus other lounges/restaurants historically on property (venues and hours have changed during rebrand). | Four restaurants including Atlantikós (Greek cuisine) and multiple bars/pool bars; room service available (limited hours). |
| Spa & wellness | Full-service spa (legacy Ciel Spa / offerings varied; some listings show closure during/after rebrand); fitness center and steam room. | Full-service spa with massages, body treatments and facials plus 24-hour fitness center and spa treatment rooms. |
| Events & meetings | Extensive event space (multiple ballrooms/meeting rooms, large total indoor/outdoor event footprint) and wedding packages. | Conference/banquet space of about 17,651 sq ft with multiple meeting rooms and ballroom options. |
| Accessibility & family policy | Welcomes children of all ages; service animals allowed; property has accessible features. | |
| On-site shopping / extras | Rooftop garden and pool programming; proximity to downtown shopping rather than mall-level luxury boutiques. | Designer stores on site, gift shops, and immediate access to Bal Harbour Shops nearby. |
SLS Brickell sits in the Brickell financial district, close to restaurants, the Miami Riverwalk and transit.
Best if you want a downtown stay with walkable restaurants, transit and nightlife.
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort is on Collins Avenue directly on the Atlantic Ocean near Bal Harbour Shops.
Best if you want immediate beach access and luxury retail nearby.
SLS Brickell (now Dua Miami) lists about 124 rooms with a mix of rooms, studios and two‑bedroom suites.
Choose SLS Brickell for compact, design-forward hotel rooms in a downtown high-rise setting.
The St. Regis has 213 individually decorated guestrooms with private furnished balconies and premium bedding.
Choose St. Regis for classic luxury rooms with beachfront views and resort-style comforts.
SLS Brickell’s rooftop Altitude Pool & Lounge anchors the hotel food-and-drink scene with skyline views and poolside service.
SLS Brickell is geared to social rooftop dining and downtown-style bars.
The St. Regis lists four restaurants including Atlantikós (Greek), plus bars and poolside outlets.
St. Regis is oriented to multiple on-site dining options and relaxed beachside service.
SLS Brickell offers two outdoor rooftop pools and a poolside bar — a skyline, social pool experience.
Go SLS for skyline pool time and a lively rooftop atmosphere.
The St. Regis provides two outdoor pools plus direct beach access with cabanas and beach umbrellas.
Choose St. Regis for true ocean swimming, beach days and resort-style pool options.
SLS Brickell’s legacy included a full-service spa, fitness center, steam room and lively evening venues.
SLS Brickell blends wellness facilities with an active nightlife program in downtown Miami.
The St. Regis features a full-service spa with treatment rooms, classes and a 24-hour fitness center.
St. Regis is focused on spa-and-relaxation programming with resort-style fitness options.

SLS Brickell — rooftop bars, DJ programming and walkable Brickell restaurants.

The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort — direct Atlantic beachfront, cabanas and beach service.

The St. Regis — a large, full-service spa with treatment rooms and resort wellness programming.

SLS Brickell — extensive event space and wedding packages with multiple ballroom and outdoor options.
SLS Brickell (Dua Miami) — it’s in Brickell with walkable access to restaurants, the Metromover and downtown nightlife.
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort is oceanfront on Collins Avenue; SLS Brickell is a downtown hotel on Biscayne Bay but not on the Atlantic beach.
Yes — both list two outdoor pools and full-service spa facilities, though some SLS-branded spa listings were affected during the property’s rebrand (check current status before booking).
Both welcome guests of all ages; both list a minimum lead-guest age of 21 at check-in in their current official listings.
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