
The Grayson Miami Downtown
Best for culture-and-event-focused stays near Downtown Miami (museums, Kaseya Center) with a compact, rooftop-driven pool and bar scene.
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The Grayson Miami Downtown is a 4.5-star Curio Collection hotel in the heart of Downtown Miami with a 14th-floor rooftop infinity pool and close walkable access to museums, the arena, and bayside attractions. The Miami Beach EDITION is a 5-star beachfront EDITION resort on Collins Avenue for travelers who want hotel-level nightlife, multiple restaurants, and a wide range of playful amenities by the sand.
Updated · about 12 km apart

Best for culture-and-event-focused stays near Downtown Miami (museums, Kaseya Center) with a compact, rooftop-driven pool and bar scene.

Best for Miami Beach stays focused on beachfront access, multiple dining options, nightlife and a broad resort-style amenity set.
When The Grayson Miami Downtown wins: choose The Grayson if you want a compact, centrally located Downtown base for culture, concerts, games, and easy access to the Metromover — plus a 14th-floor rooftop pool and skyline/bay views.
When The Miami Beach EDITION wins: choose the EDITION if you want direct beach access, more restaurants and bars on-site, broader recreational options (nightclub, bowling alley, multiple pools) and a resort vibe on Miami Beach.
Bottom line: both hotels deliver modern Miami energy but serve different priorities — Downtown convenience and rooftop views at The Grayson versus beachfront resort scale and nightlife at The Miami Beach EDITION.
| Category | The Grayson Miami Downtown | The Miami Beach EDITION |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Compact luxury Downtown hotel with rooftop focus and cultural/arena access | Trendy luxury beachfront resort with broad nightlife and playful amenities |
| Location | 1100 Biscayne Blvd — in Downtown Miami, walkable to Frost Science, PAMM, Kaseya Center | 2901 Collins Ave — on Miami Beach boardwalk, steps from the sand |
| Size (rooms) | 127 guest rooms | 294 guest rooms |
| Ages / policy | All ages welcome; lead guest must be 21+ to check in | All ages welcome (not adults-only) |
| Pools & outdoor | Two outdoor pools including a 14th-floor rooftop infinity pool; poolside bar and cabanas | Two outdoor pools plus beach access and paid beach cabanas |
| Restaurants & bars | Grayson Kitchen (breakfast & dinner), Seasons Café, rooftop bar and poolside bar | Five restaurants, 1 coffee shop/cafe, bars and a nightclub on site |
| Spa & fitness | Alicia Med Spa (onsite) and 24-hour fitness center included in destination charge | Full-service spa and 24-hour fitness facilities |
| Known for | Downtown location, rooftop infinity pool and event space tied to Miami Heat | Beachfront setting, EDITION brand design, nightlife and varied recreational amenities |
| Event & meeting space | Multiple flexible venues totalling over ~8,500 sq ft (various meeting rooms and rooftop event options) | Conference space and 8 meeting rooms with about 10,263 sq ft (listed) |
| Accessibility & family facilities | Wheelchair-accessible features and family-friendly policy (children welcome) | |
The Grayson sits on Biscayne Boulevard in Downtown Miami — a short walk to museums, Bayside Marketplace and the Kaseya Center.
Pick The Grayson for central Downtown access to cultural venues and event transport links.
The Miami Beach EDITION sits on Collins Avenue with immediate access to Miami Beach and the boardwalk.
Pick the EDITION when beachfront proximity and easy beach/boardwalk access are priorities.
The Grayson offers 127 rooms and several balcony or suite options overlooking the city or bay.
The Grayson's room mix suits travelers after Downtown or bay views in a mid-sized hotel footprint.
The Miami Beach EDITION has a substantially larger room inventory across its 294 rooms (standard listing).
The EDITION is better if you want a larger resort with more room options and beach-facing categories.
The Grayson keeps dining compact and local with three primary outlets and in-room dining.
Choose The Grayson for a concise, locally focused dining program and rooftop cocktail service.
The Miami Beach EDITION lists five restaurants, one cafe and multiple bars, plus 24-hour room service.
The EDITION is the better pick if you want more on-site dining variety and late-night options.
The Grayson's standout amenity is its 14th-floor rooftop infinity pool deck with city and bay views.
Pick The Grayson for a rooftop pool experience and city/bay panoramas rather than a beach day.
The EDITION combines multiple pools with direct beach access and paid beach cabanas.
Pick the EDITION when beach access and a broader resort pool/beach program are priorities.
The Grayson provides Alicia Med Spa and 24-hour fitness, with a rooftop bar for evening drinks.
Choose The Grayson for targeted spa services, round-the-clock fitness and rooftop evening drinks linked to Downtown nights out.
The EDITION offers a full-service spa plus on-site nightlife options including a nightclub and late-night outlets.
Choose the EDITION if you want a larger on-site spa program plus a built-in nightclub and more late-night options.

The Grayson — walkable to Frost Science, PAMM and the Kaseya Center; rooftop pool for city views.

The Miami Beach EDITION — beachfront location, paid cabanas and broader on-site pools and activities.

The Miami Beach EDITION — more restaurants, bars and an on-site nightclub for late nights without leaving the hotel.

The Grayson — a 14th-floor rooftop infinity pool deck with poolside bar and event-ready terrace.
The Grayson is located in Downtown Miami within easy walking distance of Frost Science, PAMM, the Adrienne Arsht Center and Bayside Marketplace.
The Miami Beach EDITION has direct access to Miami Beach and the boardwalk; The Grayson does not have beachfront access.
No. Both properties welcome guests of all ages; The Grayson requires the lead guest to be 21+ to check in, and the EDITION is not listed as adults-only.
The Miami Beach EDITION has more on-site nightlife options (including a nightclub); The Grayson offers a rooftop bar and easy access to Downtown clubs.
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