
Four Seasons Hotel Miami
Best for families and business travelers who want a central Brickell base with a large rooftop pool and easy access to the financial district.
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Four Seasons Hotel Miami is a 221-room, five-star urban luxury hotel in Brickell with a large rooftop pool terrace and family-friendly facilities; this guide is for travelers who want luxury close to Miami’s financial district. The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami is a smaller 115-room, five-star hotel in the upscale Coconut Grove neighborhood—read this if you prefer quieter, village-style luxury near Coconut Grove.
Updated · about 6.9 km apart

Best for families and business travelers who want a central Brickell base with a large rooftop pool and easy access to the financial district.

Best for travelers who prefer a quieter, neighborhood feel in Coconut Grove with a compact luxury property and a full-service spa.
When Four Seasons Hotel Miami wins: pick Four Seasons for a more central Brickell location, a much larger hotel (221 rooms), a dramatic seventh-floor Pool Terrace with a dedicated Kids Pool and Equinox spa/fitness access, plus more extensive event and dining options.
When The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami wins: choose the Ritz-Carlton if you want a smaller-property feel in Coconut Grove’s village setting, rooms with private balconies and a quieter neighborhood base while still being within easy driving distance of Brickell and Miami’s main sights.
Bottom line: Both are five-star Miami hotels with full-service spas and on-site dining; Four Seasons is the better pick for families, events, and an active rooftop scene in Brickell, while the Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove offers a calmer, neighborhood stay with classic Ritz-Carlton service.
| Category | Four Seasons Hotel Miami | The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Urban luxury in Brickell; busy, skyline-focused | Upscale, village-style luxury in Coconut Grove |
| Location | 1435 Brickell Avenue — heart of Brickell, walkable to Brickell City Centre | 3300 Southwest 27th Ave — centrally located in Coconut Grove |
| Size (rooms) | 221 rooms and suites | 115 guestrooms |
| Audience / ages | All ages; family-friendly with a Kids Pool | All ages; not adults-only |
| Pools | Two-acre seventh-floor Pool Terrace with heated main pool, enclosed Kids Pool, cabanas (surcharge) and poolside bar | One outdoor pool; wheelchair-accessible pool and poolside bar |
| Restaurants & bars | NUNA (Nikkei), Edge Brasserie (breakfast/lunch/brunch), Bahía (poolside), Séptimo and 14 Thirty-Five bars | On-site bar/lounge and poolside bar; buffet breakfast available (surcharge); specific signature-restaurant names not published in supplier listing |
| Spa & fitness | The Spa at Equinox (fourth floor) plus complimentary Equinox Brickell access (50,000 sq ft fitness), spa treatments daily | Full-service spa with massages, body treatments and facials; 24-hour fitness facilities |
| Known for | Rooftop pool terrace and Brickell skyline views | Quiet Coconut Grove location with private balconies and classic Ritz-Carlton service |
| Event & meeting space | Extensive — multiple ballrooms and outdoor venues (over 27,000 sq ft total) | Conference center and meeting rooms (event facilities available) |
| Parking & transport | Valet and self-parking on site, EV charging available; close to Metromover | Covered/secured parking and valet (surcharge), limo/town car service |
Four Seasons sits on Brickell Avenue in Miami’s financial district, within walking distance of shopping and public transit.
Choose Four Seasons if you want to be in the heart of Brickell with easy access to downtown attractions and transit.
The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami is located in Coconut Grove’s upscale village area, a quieter neighborhood base.
Pick the Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove for a calmer neighborhood experience with easy driving access to Brickell and Miami’s sights.
Four Seasons offers 221 rooms and suites in a 70-story tower with bay or city views.
Four Seasons suits guests who want a wide choice of room types and higher-floor skyline or bay views.
The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove has 115 guestrooms, many with private balconies and bay or city views.
Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove is a good fit if you want balcony rooms and a smaller-property feel.
Four Seasons offers multiple signature dining venues and rooftop bars concentrated around the seventh-floor terrace.
Four Seasons provides a broader and more varied on-site dining scene centered on the rooftop terrace.
The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove provides on-site dining options, a bar/lounge and a poolside bar; breakfast is available buffet-style for a fee.
Choose the Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove for straightforward hotel dining in a quieter, neighborhood setting.
Four Seasons’ major draw is its seventh-floor, two-acre Pool Terrace with multiple pool features and family facilities.
If a large rooftop pool terrace and family-friendly water amenities matter, Four Seasons is the stronger choice.
The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove offers an outdoor pool and poolside bar in a compact, garden-like property footprint.
Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove’s single outdoor pool works well for travelers who want a low-key pool experience in Coconut Grove.
Four Seasons centers wellness around The Spa at Equinox plus access to a large Equinox fitness club; nightlife is focused on rooftop bars.
Four Seasons is better for guests prioritizing fitness classes, a full-service branded spa and lively rooftop bars.
The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove has a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness centre; nightlife is quieter in Coconut Grove itself.
Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove is a solid choice for guests who want spa treatments and relaxed neighborhood evenings rather than Brickell’s nighttime scene.

Four Seasons — dedicated Kids Pool, family-friendly rooftop terrace, and a wider range of room types that accommodate families.

The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove — smaller property footprint and a village-like Coconut Grove location.

Four Seasons — The Spa at Equinox plus complimentary access to Equinox Brickell’s large fitness facilities and many classes.

The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove — many rooms include private balconies and classic Ritz-Carlton room amenities.
Four Seasons Hotel Miami — it’s in Brickell and within a short walk of Brickell City Centre; The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove is a short drive away.
Four Seasons — it has a dedicated Kids Pool on the rooftop Pool Terrace and family-focused amenities.
Yes. Four Seasons has The Spa at Equinox and the Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove offers a full-service spa with massages, body treatments and facials.
Yes. Four Seasons offers extensive ballroom and meeting space; The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove has a conference center and meeting rooms for smaller events.
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