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.
Miami Beach · head to head
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach vs Nobu Hotel Miami Beach
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: Nobu Hotel Miami Beach is $184 a night less. They are 3.3 km apart.
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
$554/ night, 2026-10-10
+ $142 taxes & fees · Free cancellation
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The honest take
Book the Ritz-Carlton if the Art Deco building and Lincoln Road location matter more to you than being directly on the sand. At $462 versus $364, the Ritz costs more but sits in the historic district with easy walking to shops and restaurants. Nobu, at $364, is the better value if beachfront access, multiple pools and pet-friendliness are priorities, and its 1,004 reviews suggest a much larger operation. Both carry five stars and strong guest ratings, with the Ritz slightly ahead at 8.6 versus 8.0.
The look and the feel
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
This is the restored 1953 Morris Lapidus building on Lincoln Road, one of the great Miami Modern structures, all curved lines and nautical glamour reworked for contemporary luxury. Expect a lobby with terrazzo floors, oversized lighting fixtures and the kind of scale that Lapidus loved to exaggerate for drama. The property sits inland from the beach itself, closer to the pedestrian mall and the Art Deco Historic District, so the street outside is shopping and cafe tables rather than open sand. It draws a guest who wants the label and the architecture as much as the ocean.
Design-minded travellers who want to stay inside a landmark Lapidus building and walk to Lincoln Road's shops and restaurants.
Nobu Hotel Miami Beach
A glass tower on Collins Avenue directly facing the Atlantic, with the Nobu brand's dark wood, low lighting and Japanese-fusion sensibility running through the restaurant and bar spaces. Rooms lean into wood furniture, large flat-screens and Natura Bissé toiletries rather than heritage detailing. The four pools and beachfront position make this a hotel built around being outside and in the water, not around the lobby. It suits a guest chasing sun, seafood and scale over historic atmosphere.
Beach-first travellers who want direct oceanfront access, multiple pools and pet-friendly rooms at a lower nightly rate.
At $364, Nobu costs $98 less per night but the Ritz-Carlton offers no pet allowance and no hot tub, so guests travelling with animals or wanting that specific amenity will need Nobu; the broader difference is the Ritz's smaller, more curated footprint versus Nobu's larger-scale beachfront resort operation.
The Ritz-Carlton is the more architecturally significant place to stand in, given it occupies a genuine piece of Lapidus-era Miami Modern history, while Nobu's interiors, though polished, are contemporary hotel design without that same weight.
The numbers
| The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach | Nobu Hotel Miami Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $554 | $370 |
| Guest rating | 8.6/10 | 8/10 |
| Reviews | 142 | 1004 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 7 | 9 |
| Distance apart | 3.3 km |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach has
Nothing on our list that Nobu Hotel Miami Beach lacks.
Only Nobu Hotel Miami Beach has
- Pet
- Hot tub
What guests actually say
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
- clean rooms and professional staff
- pool and beach access
- helpful staff made stay special
- careless service on one stay
- cockroach found in room
Nobu Hotel Miami Beach
- the view
- parking issues
The Ritz-Carlton's guests report richer detail of both delight and disappointment, while Nobu's reviews are too sparse to judge, though the one detailed review liked the view but disliked parking.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-10
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
Nobu Hotel Miami Beach
- Resort View King 1 King Bed Non RefundableRoom Only$370
- HabitacióN Doble Con Vistas Cama KingRoom Only$371
- Double Standard Room/DbRoom Only$371
In guests' own words
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
10/10
Outstanding in every way.
10/10
Superb property Incredibly helpful staff. Very comfortable
About each
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
Nobu Hotel Miami Beach
Luxurious Beachfront Property with Spectacular Views Experience the epitome of luxury at Nobu Hotel Miami Beach, boasting stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and intracoastal waterway. Elegant Rooms and Top-Notch Amenities Indulge in the comfort of stylish guestrooms featuring wood furniture, 60-inch flat-screen TVs, Nespresso coffee makers, and Natura…
Check-in — · Check-out 11:00 AM
Facilities, in full
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
Nobu Hotel Miami Beach
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
Where they are
1 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, Florida, 331394525 Collins Avenue
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