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Miami's private club boom shows no signs of slowing down. From members-only workspaces to ultra-exclusive social clubs, every corner of the city is now trying to sell access. But a new offering at Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa is betting that history, culture and hospitality might be more compelling than velvet ropes.
Launching this summer, the A—Z Club is a new private membership program centered around Olazul House, a restored 1930s Spanish-style residence that now sits just steps from the beach. While plenty of membership clubs in Miami have sprung up inside shiny new developments, this one starts with a building that very nearly disappeared.
Originally located a few blocks away on 40th Street, the Spanish colonial revival home was once slated for demolition before preservationists stepped in to save it. The structure was later lifted from its foundation and relocated to the Andaz property, where it has been turned into a members-only clubhouse designed for everything from coworking sessions and casual lunches to cocktails and cultural events.
"The A—Z Club is a reflection of where Miami Beach is today—internationally connected yet deeply rooted in its own identity," said Karan Kakar, general manager of Andaz Miami Beach Resort & Spa, in a release. "By grounding the experience in a historic property like Olazul and layering in thoughtful design, hospitality, and programming, we're creating something that feels both timeless and contemporary."
Membership includes a long list of hotel perks like preferred dining access and special rates at the resort's food-and-beverage venues (including José Andrés Group restaurants Aguasal and Bar Centro), along with benefits at Ondara Spa, priority reservations, beach chair access, preferred room rates and valet discounts.
The club is also leaning heavily into programming. Plans include supper clubs, live music performances, wellness experiences, creative workshops and events tied to Miami's cultural calendar. Members can also host private gatherings at reduced rates within select club spaces. Perhaps the biggest differentiator is the travel component: members receive discounts at participating Andaz hotels worldwide as well as room upgrade opportunities and additional perks when staying at the Miami Beach property.
The club will be capped at just 200 members, which feels like an unusually small number in a city where exclusivity often scales quickly. According to Kakar, the goal is to create "a place for those who seek meaningful connection and a sense of belonging, not just access."
Whether that's enough to stand out in Miami's crowded club scene remains to be seen—but a 1930s beach house is certainly a different starting point than another rooftop lounge.