Hyatt’s New Andaz Miami Beach Finally Fills a Major Gap [Review]

The author stayed as an invited guest of Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa. All opinions are the author’s own, and neither Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa nor its parent company had input in any part of this article.

I’ve been traveling to the Miami area for years for several reasons, from visiting family to bachelor parties and weddings.

While I often stay with my family, I have traveled there enough times to have sampled a wide range of hotels in the city. Something that always puzzled me about South Florida was Hyatt’s relative lack of presence on Miami Beach.

Not that it necessarily lacked in terms of the number of properties offered — because it does have plenty — but for a long time, it didn’t have an aspirational beachfront resort that could compete with some of the area’s best hotels.

However, after a recent trip to Miami and a great stay at the still-new Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa, I think Hyatt has finally cracked the code. The chain now has a truly desirable, high-end beachfront resort that stacks up against the competition and signals Hyatt is serious about Miami Beach.

World of Hyatt in Miami

World of Hyatt members have plenty of Miami properties where they can earn and redeem World of Hyatt points. But, there’s a certain type of property that is more or less required to be successful in Miami: a premier, beachfront resort along Miami Beach that truly makes guests feel as if they’re on vacation somewhere far from home.

For years, Hyatt was severely lacking in that department. While it does offer Dream South Beach and the Hyatt Centric South Beach Miami, neither property is a full-service beachfront resort and may not appeal to guests seeking that experience. The role of halo beachfront property was served by the former Confidante Miami Beach hotel for several years, which joined the World of Hyatt portfolio in 2016.

It quickly became a fan favorite because it was a longtime World of Hyatt Category 4 property, making it eligible for a free night certificate with The World of Hyatt Credit Card.

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The World of Hyatt card offers a fast track to Hyatt elite status, an annual free night, and up to 9x points per $1 on Hyatt stays.

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Earn up to 60,000 Bonus Points. Earn 30,000 Bonus Points after you spend $3,000 on purchases in your first 3 months from account opening. Plus, up to 30,000 more Bonus Points by earning 2 Bonus Points total per $1 spent in the first 6 months from account opening on purchases that normally earn 1 Bonus Point, on up to $15,000 spent.

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• Up to 9 points total for Hyatt stays – 4 Bonus Points per $1 spent on qualified purchases at Hyatt hotels & up to 5 Base Points per $1 from Hyatt as a World of Hyatt member
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• Earn up to 60,000 Bonus Points. Earn 30,000 Bonus Points after you spend $3,000 on purchases in your first 3 months from account opening. Plus, up to 30,000 more Bonus Points by earning 2 Bonus Points total per $1 spent in the first 6 months from account opening on purchases that normally earn 1 Bonus Point, on up to $15,000 spent.
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This was a fantastic opportunity for cardholders to redeem their certificate at a resort property in a desirable location. However, the Confidante began to feel outdated, and it was clear it wouldn’t compete with nearby heavy hitters, such as the Miami Beach EDITION or the W South Beach from Marriott.

To better compete and to give members a properly high-end beachfront resort in Miami Beach, something had to be done. Hyatt closed the former Confidante, part of the chain’s Unbound Collection brand, in March 2024. After an extensive top-to-bottom renovation, the property reopened as the Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa in May 2025, a little over a year later.

How the Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa Delivers for Guests

The opening of the Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa reinvigorated Hyatt’s presence in Miami Beach and introduced the Andaz brand to Florida. The new Andaz opened as a Category 6 property, making it ineligible for a Category 1-4 free night certificate, but it also represented a big step for Hyatt in the area.

After a stay at the property in early May, I left feeling like the Andaz brand is perfect for Miami Beach and that Hyatt’s team executed the property very well, resulting in a truly desirable beachfront resort that guests will aspire to visit.

Here’s everything that led me to that conclusion.

Luxurious but Approachable Guest Rooms

The guest rooms and suites at the Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa embody the modern Miami aesthetic. I stayed in a Skyline View Suite, which featured a full living room and a separate bedroom with an en suite bathroom.

The suite had a cool, retro beachfront vibe, with a predominantly neutral color palette and plenty of sleek grays. Pops of color came in the form of rugs, accents, and furniture, but I really liked the room’s overall look, which offered more than enough space for just me.

I especially appreciated the retro-looking windows that seemed like they were original to the building. They added to the mid-century vibes and framed my skyline view brilliantly.

The bedroom continued the retro look. The centerpiece was a king-size bed flanked by an integrated headboard that incorporated even more period-inspired touches, including stainless-steel nightstands and shiny chrome oval-bulbed lamps.

The bathroom was spacious, with a double vanity clad in sleek white-and-black marble, a mid-century arched backlit mirror, and a standing shower. There was a separate water closet, but no soaking tub.

I was also a fan of the Byredo bath amenities, which felt like a natural fit for the Andaz brand.

While I stayed in a suite this trip, the standard guest rooms all have a similar aesthetic, so you don’t lose out on any of the mid-century charm if you’re not in a suite.

Memorable Public Spaces

To me, a Miami resort’s public spaces and offerings, such as its pools, beachfront, lobby spaces, and more, are arguably the most important part of the experience.

During the property’s renovation, the beach-facing pool area was totally reconfigured and redesigned, and I’m glad Hyatt invested the capital required to complete that portion of the project, because the end result is pretty great. Walking from the interior of the building toward the beach feels like stepping into a tropical oasis.

Descending toward the pool deck from the main lobby, you’re treated to a view of both the family and adults-only pools and the deep-blue ocean in the background. The pool decks are dotted with palm trees and foliage, plenty of lounge chairs, and daybeds available for rent.

If I had 1 complaint, it would be that the loungers don’t have cushions. The vibe of the pools — and guest comfort — could be greatly improved with that small but meaningful change.

I was able to sneak in a few hours by the pool during my stay, but sadly didn’t make it to the beach. I loved the look of the orange-and-white-striped umbrellas from afar. It’s neat that the resort’s private beach is adjacent to one of the iconic Miami Beach lifeguard stations.

Solid Food and Beverage Offerings

The adults-only pool is anchored by Soleo Pool & Beach bar, which provides food and drink for both pool and beach guests.

When I arrived at the hotel, I headed straight to Soleo and ordered a fattoush salad with steak and a mojito, both of which were delicious and exactly what I needed at the time.

The hotel offers a few more dining and drinking outlets, including Aguasal, the all-day restaurant from the José Andrés Group. It offers an indoor and outdoor dining room and a menu focusing on coastal flavors with influences from around the world.

In the lobby is Bar Centro, which serves coffee and grab-and-go breakfast in the morning and is a vibey cocktail and tapas bar by night. It was a busy few days in Miami, so I didn’t get to sample everything, but I did order room service. I opted for the chicken shawarma pita and fries, which was a great choice. The garlic sauce in the shawarma sandwich was as good as any I’ve had!

Though it wasn’t open during my visit, the Andaz Miami Beach will soon be home to Bazaar Meat by José Andrés, offering a meat-centric menu in a buzzy atmosphere.

How To Book the Andaz Miami Beach

The Andaz Miami Beach is a Category 6 World of Hyatt property. This means award nights cost between 20,000 and 40,000 World of Hyatt points per night, depending on your dates. Cash rates start at around $350 but can reach $1,000 or more during peak periods.

If you need more points, there are several ways to earn World of Hyatt points, including staying at Hyatt hotels, spending on Hyatt credit cards, and transferring points from Chase Ultimate Rewards or Bilt Rewards.

Final Thoughts

In my opinion, Hyatt finally has a legitimate luxury resort on Miami Beach. Transforming the former Confidante into an Andaz was the right move, and the redesign feels perfectly aligned with Miami’s modern luxury scene. The property is high-end yet approachable, with a distinct lifestyle appeal for guests who want a stylish property with substance to match.

While the former property was loved for its value proposition, the Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa is a luxury resort in its own right. For World of Hyatt members, that’s a big win. Miami Beach finally has a points-bookable Hyatt resort that doesn’t feel like a compromise, and I’m already looking forward to my next visit.