9/10
“Hotel muito agradável . Serviço de piscina e praia excelente .”
Limpeza , espaço , decoração clean
Mais tomada Não vale a pena ir de carro . Usd 80.00 por dia pra estacionar no hotel.
Miami Beach · head to head
The Miami Beach EDITION vs The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach is $447 a night less. They are 1.7 km apart.
The Miami Beach EDITION
$1,036/ night, 2026-10-10
+ $202 taxes & fees · Free cancellation
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
$589/ night, 2026-10-10
+ $142 taxes & fees · Free cancellation
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The honest take
The Ritz-Carlton South Beach is $462 a night with a 8.6 rating from 142 reviews; the Miami Beach EDITION is $2,019 with a 9 from 664 reviews. That is more than four times the price for a higher score built on far more reviews, but the gap in facilities is narrow: EDITION adds pet-friendliness and golf, nothing structural. For most travellers the Ritz-Carlton's price makes it the obvious booking; EDITION is for people paying for the scene, not the square footage.
The look and the feel
The Miami Beach EDITION
Ian Schrager's last big project, and it shows: the old Seville Hotel shell reworked by John Pawson-adjacent minimalism mixed with Schrager theatre, all poured concrete, dark timber, and travertine against Miami's white light. The lobby is deliberately underlit and stripped of the usual South Beach clutter, then it opens onto an ice rink, of all things, and a bowling alley downstairs, which tells you this is a hotel built for spectacle as much as rest. Matador Room and Matador Bar lean into a moody Latin-glam register, velvet booths, low gold light, crowds that arrive late and stay later. It draws a nightlife-first, see-and-be-seen guest who wants the hotel itself to be the destination.
EDITION suits guests who want the hotel to double as the night's entertainment, ice rink and bowling alley included.
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
A Ritz-Carlton on Lincoln Road sits inside the more classic South Beach register: crisp whites, glass, marble lobbies, the kind of restrained luxury-hotel formula the brand is built on rather than an architectural statement. The listing points to spa treatments, an outdoor pool, spa tub and sauna, plus a hair salon and shopping on site, oriented toward comfort and service rather than nightlife or design drama. Its location right on Lincoln Road and near the Art Deco Historic District puts it in the pedestrian, shopping-and-strolling heart of the beach rather than the club-and-scene corridor further up Collins.
The Ritz-Carlton suits guests who want dependable five-star comfort and a walkable, shop-lined location without paying for spectacle.
The Ritz-Carlton doesn't lack anything structural on the list, but it gives up EDITION's ice rink, bowling alley, and pet-friendly and golf accommodations, and the design-forward Schrager atmosphere, along with a difference in address, closer to Lincoln Road's shops than to Collins Avenue's nightlife corridor.
EDITION is the more beautiful and characterful building to actually stand in, because it was designed as a mood rather than assembled as a service, though that mood costs roughly four times as much per night.
The numbers
| The Miami Beach EDITION | The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $1,036 | $589 |
| Guest rating | 9/10 | 8.6/10 |
| Reviews | 664 | 142 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 9 | 7 |
| Distance apart | 1.7 km |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only The Miami Beach EDITION has
- Pet
- Golf
Only The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach has
Nothing on our list that The Miami Beach EDITION lacks.
What guests actually say
The Miami Beach EDITION
- clean and modern decor
- great location near beach
- pool and terrace
- expensive valet parking
- minimal daily housekeeping
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
- professional and courteous staff
- clean comfortable rooms
- convenient pool and beach access
- careless service on bad stays
- pest found in room
“Upon waking up the first morning in my room, I was shocked and disgusted to discover a cockroach.”
Guests at The Miami Beach EDITION come away more consistently happy, since its reviews show steady praise with only minor gripes, while the Ritz-Carlton has some glowing reviews but also serious complaints about service failures and a cockroach.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-10
The Miami Beach EDITION
- Standard King, Guest Room, 1 King, Limited View, Low FloorRoom Only · free cancellation$980
- Limited View Standard King RoomRoom Only$1,036
- Limited View Standard King RoomRoom Only · free cancellation$1,039
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
- Classic, Guest Room, 1 King, No ViewRoom Only · free cancellation$554
- Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, No ViewRoom Only$582
- Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)Room Only$582
In guests' own words
The Miami Beach EDITION
10/10
“Its a 10 / 10 hotel great location, all staff including the beach staff a 10.Rooms lovely & modern”
The hotel location is 5 mins away from the hustle and bustle so the noise isn't to loud, its right on the beach with a great running or walking path to keep you in shape
i cant think of anything that springs to mind which is a good thing,
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
10/10
The rooms were very clean, and the staff was extremely professional and courteous. The pool and the access to the Miami Beach area are by far the most convenient and relaxing amenities within the property.
10/10
Outstanding in every way.
10/10
Superb property Incredibly helpful staff. Very comfortable
About each
The Miami Beach EDITION
Luxurious Amenities and Entertainment Indulge in the ultimate luxury experience at The Miami Beach EDITION with an on-site ice skating rink, 2 outdoor pools, and a petite spa. Enjoy a range of activities including a bowling alley, nightclub, and fitness center, ensuring entertainment for all guests. Culinary Delights and Refreshing Beverages Satisfy your…
Check-in — · Check-out 11:00 AM
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
Luxurious Amenities Indulge in massages, body treatments, and facials at the spa. Relax by the outdoor pool, spa tub, or sauna. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or sip a drink at the bar/lounge. Convenience at Your Fingertips Benefit from concierge services, a business center, and 24-hour room service. Unique shopping experiences, a hair salon, and a variety…
Check-in — · Check-out 11:00 AM
Facilities, in full
The Miami Beach EDITION
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Terrace
- Pets allowed
- Lift / Elevator
- Laundry
- Express check-in/check-out
- Bar
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
- Elevator
- Fitness facilities
- ATM/banking
- Shopping on site
- Conference space
- Golfing nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Television in common areas
- Scooter/moped rentals nearby
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
Where they are
2901 Collins Avenue1 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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