
Faena Miami Beach
Best for travelers who want theatrical design, destination restaurants, and a large spa (Tierra Santa) at a grand luxury hotel.
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Faena Miami Beach is a five-star, art-forward oceanfront resort in Mid-Beach with large, theatrically designed public spaces and a heavy focus on dining, spa, and cultural programming. The Miami Beach EDITION is a five-star, Ian Schrager–styled lifestyle beachfront resort in Mid‑Beach with a trend-forward scene, multiple pools, and active dining and nightlife — this guide is for travelers choosing between a grand, artistic stay (Faena) and a slick lifestyle option (EDITiON).
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Best for travelers who want theatrical design, destination restaurants, and a large spa (Tierra Santa) at a grand luxury hotel.

Best for guests after a contemporary lifestyle hotel with multiple pools, a nightclub, and a varied on-site dining program in Mid‑Beach.
When Faena wins: choose Faena if you prioritize large, statement public spaces, a signature, sizable spa program (Tierra Santa Healing House), and curated, high-concept restaurants like Los Fuegos, Pao, and the exclusive six‑seat El Secreto Omakase.
When The Miami Beach EDITION wins: pick The EDITION if you want a more contemporary, club-and-pool lifestyle vibe with multiple pools, active nightlife, and straightforward luxury amenities across a larger room inventory and extensive meeting/event space.
Bottom line: both are five‑star Mid‑Beach beachfront resorts within the same neighborhood; Faena leans theatrical and art-forward with a focused set of high-profile food and wellness experiences, while The Miami Beach EDITION is a versatile lifestyle property with more pools, more restaurants, and a livelier nightlife footprint.
| Category | Faena Miami Beach | The Miami Beach EDITION |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Grand, theatrical, art-forward luxury with formal dining and cultural spaces | Contemporary lifestyle luxury with Ian Schrager–style social energy |
| Location (Mid‑Beach / Collins Ave) | 3201 Collins Ave — oceanfront with direct beach access and boardwalk access | 2901 Collins Ave — beachfront on Collins Ave with easy access to the boardwalk |
| Size (rooms) | Approximately 179–180 rooms and suites | 294 rooms |
| Ages / audience | All ages; family facilities, kids' program, and separate adults‑only pool area | All ages (not adults‑only) |
| Pools & beach | Multiple temperature‑controlled pools (lap, family, central) plus private beach service and reserved loungers | Two outdoor pools and beachfront access; pool/beach cabanas available (surcharge) |
| Restaurants & bars | A focused collection (Los Fuegos, Pao, El Secreto Omakase, Veranda, Tree of Life/Sun Bar) with theatrical venues | Five restaurants plus a coffee shop/cafe, bar/lounge and poolside bar; broader casual-to-upscale mix |
| Spa & wellness | Tierra Santa Healing House — large 22,000 sq ft wet‑spa with signature healing rituals and Hammam | Full‑service spa with treatments and a 24‑hour fitness center |
| Nightlife & entertainment | Underground nightclub Basement with ice rink and bowling alley plus late-night jazz and speakeasy bars | On-site nightclub, poolside programming, and bar/lounge nightlife |
| Meetings & events | Extensive event footprint including Faena Forum, Faena Theater and multiple unique venues for large events | Conference space ~10,263 sq ft with 8 meeting rooms |
| Resort fee / included extras | Daily resort fee includes fitness center, chaise lounges/umbrella/towel service at pool & beach, Wi‑Fi, and house‑car access | Breakfast available for a surcharge; express check‑in/out and complimentary newspapers in lobby (other resort fees vary) |
Faena sits at 3201 Collins Ave with direct oceanfront access, boardwalk access, and immediate proximity to the Faena Forum and local cultural sites.
Choose Faena for a beachfront stay tightly integrated with cultural programming and Faena’s own event district.
The Miami Beach EDITION at 2901 Collins Ave is a beachfront Mid‑Beach property with easy access to the boardwalk and the Collins Avenue corridor.
The EDITION is a solid pick if you want a lively beachfront base with a nightlife-and-pool focus in Mid‑Beach.
Faena offers roughly 25 room and suite types including many oceanfront suites and multi‑bedroom, large signature suites.
Pick Faena when you want design-forward rooms and large suites for celebratory or multi‑person stays.
The Miami Beach EDITION has a larger room count (reported 294 rooms) with a contemporary, streamlined design approach.
Choose The EDITION for modern, straightforward rooms and a larger inventory if availability is a key factor.
Faena centers its food program around destination restaurants with high culinary profiles and theatrical settings.
Faena is for travelers who prioritize signature, reservation‑centric dining experiences and theatrical venues.
The Miami Beach EDITION offers five restaurants and multiple bars, covering casual daytime dining to evening restaurants.
The EDITION suits guests who want a variety of on‑site dining choices with an emphasis on social, poolside and late-night venues.
Faena maintains multiple temperature‑controlled pools overlooking the beach plus private guest beach service.
Faena is a good fit if you value multiple pool types and structured beach/pool service included via the resort fee.
The Miami Beach EDITION features two outdoor pools plus direct beachfront access and poolside service.
The EDITION emphasizes a social pool-and-beach experience across multiple outdoor pool spaces.
Faena’s Tierra Santa Healing House is a major, extensive spa facility and a central part of its offering.
Pick Faena for a deep spa program paired with distinctive nightlife and cultural programming.
The Miami Beach EDITION offers a full‑service spa and a 24‑hour fitness center alongside active nightlife.
The EDITION is best for guests wanting a hotel where wellness fits into a broader social and nightlife program.

Faena — Tierra Santa Healing House is a large, full wet‑spa with Hammam and named healing rituals.

The Miami Beach EDITION — multiple outdoor pools and active poolside programming support a lively daytime scene.

Faena — destination restaurants (Los Fuegos, Pao) and the exclusive El Secreto Omakase provide a curated culinary lineup.

The Miami Beach EDITION — a larger room count (294 rooms) can mean more choices and availability.
Faena is more explicitly family‑friendly with a kids' program and supervised childcare available (surcharge), plus family pool options; The EDITION is all‑ages but has a stronger lifestyle/party orientation.
Yes — both properties are on Collins Avenue with direct beachfront access and hotel‑reserved loungers/cabanas (cabanas often carry a surcharge).
Faena — Tierra Santa Healing House is a large, 22,000 sq ft wet‑spa with a Hammam and a range of signature treatments; The EDITION has a full‑service spa but not the same scale listed.
No. Both properties accept guests of all ages; Faena does maintain an adults‑only pool area but the resort as a whole is family‑friendly.
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