In a bold reimagining of one of South Beach’s most storied addresses, Hyatt Hotels Corporation has unveiled new details surrounding the transformation of The Confidante Miami Beach into the highly anticipated Andaz Miami Beach, set to debut in the fourth quarter of 2024.
Owned by Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc., the oceanfront landmark is undergoing a complete metamorphosis—ushering in a new era defined by immersive design, cultural authenticity, and experiential luxury. When it reopens, the property will introduce Florida’s first Andaz hotel, marking a significant expansion for Hyatt’s lifestyle portfolio in one of the world’s most dynamic leisure destinations.
A Reimagined Coastal Icon
The transformation promises far more than a renovation. Guests will arrive through a dramatically redesigned, barrier-free lobby that dissolves the boundaries between indoors and out. Two reconceptualized pools will anchor a revitalized outdoor recreation experience, while an elevated spa concept, thoughtfully redesigned guestrooms and suites, and artfully curated meeting spaces will reflect the expressive, locally rooted spirit synonymous with the Andaz name.
Rising from three beachfront towers, the hotel will debut Miami Beach’s first ocean-view check-in experience—an arrival ritual designed to immediately immerse guests in the rhythm of the Atlantic. Dynamic gathering spaces will include a lush restaurant terrace and a second-level outdoor Andaz Lounge, envisioned as a vibrant, bar-forward salon for both locals and travelers. With its relaxed sophistication and palpable energy, the lounge aims to become the neighborhood’s living room—an authentic hub for conversation, culture, and connection.
For celebrations and corporate affairs alike, the resort will feature 25,000 square feet of indoor and open-air event space, from ocean-facing ballrooms to a technologically enhanced pool deck capable of converting into a hard-surface venue within minutes—an innovative setting for fashion shows, galas, and bespoke activations.
A Culinary Collaboration of Global Influence
At the heart of the new Andaz Miami Beach will be a landmark partnership with the internationally acclaimed José Andrés Group. Expanding its South Florida presence, the group will introduce three distinct dining concepts to the resort:
A signature restaurant offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a distinctly local sensibility,
A craft cocktail bar celebrating timeless classics alongside avant-garde creations, and
A reimagined José Andrés signature concept, tailored exclusively for Miami’s cosmopolitan palate.
Each venue will open in tandem with the resort’s grand unveiling, reinforcing the hotel’s ambition to become not merely a place to stay, but a culinary destination in its own right.
A New Chapter for Andaz in Florida
The arrival of Andaz Miami Beach represents a defining milestone for the globally recognized Andaz brand, which currently spans 29 properties across major cultural capitals worldwide. Rooted in imaginative travel and unscripted service, Andaz invites guests to move beyond the expected—encouraging self-expression and deeper engagement with the local creative landscape.
As the property temporarily closes beginning March 25, 2024, to complete its transformation, anticipation continues to build. When the doors reopen, Andaz Miami Beach will emerge not simply as a hotel, but as a bold reinterpretation of the Miami Beach experience—where design, gastronomy, and culture converge in a setting as luminous as the shoreline itself.