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The Penguin Hotel

3.5 star property
Seafront with outdoor pool, near Collins Avenue Shopping Area

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
Traditional Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Lobby sitting area
Lunch, dinner, brunch served; beach views
Collins Avenue Shopping Area and Lincoln Road Mall are located near The Penguin Hotel, which provides a terrace, a garden and a bar. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach and beachfront dining. The on-site restaurant, La Cerveceria De Barro, offers brunch, lunch, dinner and ocean views.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ฿2,199
฿3,763 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Traditional Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

On the beach

This Art Deco-style hotel is located on the beach. Take advantage of the beach towels at the white sand beach. Experience the magic of beachfront dining with a memorable meal at the restaurant. Popular nearby activities worth checking out include scuba diving and bicycle rentals.

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View from property
What guests liked about the beach

The property's beachfront location offers easy access to the beach with stunning views and a convenient proximity to surrounding amenities.

Room options

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(107 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(50 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Ocean Corner Suite 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Ocean Corner Suite 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Ocean Corner Suite 1 King Bed | Living area | 32-inch plasma TV with cable channels, TV

Ocean Corner Suite 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 51 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Ocean Front Room 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Ocean Front Room 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean Front 1 King Bed, Private Terrace | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Ocean Front 1 King Bed, Private Terrace

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean Corner Room 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Ocean Corner Room 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located on the beach, The Penguin Hotel is in South Beach, a walkable area in Miami Beach with good shopping. Collins Avenue Shopping Area and Lincoln Road Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Miami Beach Beaches and Bayfront Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Miami Beach Convention Center or Kaseya Center. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving.
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1418 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL, 33139

What's nearby

  • Ocean Drive - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Art Deco Historic District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Collins Avenue Shopping Area - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Miami Beach Convention Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lincoln Road Mall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Adrienne Arsht Center Metromover Station - 8 min drive
  • Miami Airport Station - 14 min drive
  • Miami International Airport (MIA) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Finnegan's Way - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Sandwicherie - ‬3 min walk
  • Call Me Cuban
  • ‪Havana 1957 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Penguin Hotel

Hotel near Ocean Drive
Located close to Collins Avenue Shopping Area and Lincoln Road Mall, The Penguin Hotel provides a terrace, a garden and a bar. With amenities such as a white sand beach and beachfront dining, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. The on-site restaurant, La Cerveceria De Barro, offers brunch, lunch, dinner and ocean views.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and a front desk safe
  • Smoke-free property, a TV in reception and a lift
  • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as safes and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch plasma TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Valet parking on site (USD 37.45 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 10.24 for adults and USD 10.24 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • La Cerveceria De Barro

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1948
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The listed optional service fee applies to valet parking for commercial vans or shuttles. The valet parking lot can accommodate vehicles up to 16 feet in length. Buses are not permitted.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from August 12 2025 to September 2 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per day.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 38.76 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach towels
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Partner property access
  • Partner property pool access
  • Phone calls

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

The nightly resort fee of USD 38.76 (tax inclusive) per accommodation is based on 2 guests. An additional nightly resort fee of USD 19.38 (tax inclusive) will be charged for each additional guest. The resort fees are excluded from the rate and collected at the property upon check-in.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 10.24 for adults and from USD 10.24 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 37.45 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Hotel Penguin
Penguin Hotel
Penguin Hotel Miami Beach
Penguin Miami Beach
The Penguin Hotel Hotel
The Penguin Hotel Miami Beach
The Penguin Hotel Hotel Miami Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does The Penguin Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. The swimming pool will be unavailable from August 12 2025 until September 2 2025 (dates subject to change).

How much does it cost to stay at The Penguin Hotel?

As of 25 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Penguin Hotel on 3 Sep 2025 start from ฿2,198.88, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Penguin Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Penguin Hotel?

Valet parking is available for USD 37.45 per day.

What time is check-in at The Penguin Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Penguin Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Penguin Hotel located?

Located in South Beach, this beachfront hotel is in the entertainment district, just steps away from Art Deco Historic District, Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue Shopping Area. Miami Beach Convention Center and Lincoln Road Mall are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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The Penguin Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 676 out of 1417 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 394 out of 1417 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 187 out of 1417 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1417 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 72 out of 1417 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, I had a beach view room, it was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel, and great vibes!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is so cute the location is perfect it’s clean and the staff is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Weston

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jude

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

FLORIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Very clean !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the bed comfort I slept really good and the cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephani

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was amazing and right by the beach! They were so accommodating to us and would recommend anyone to stay here who comes to South beach!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Typical Miami Beach style hotel. Very clean and perfect for a quick stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

huma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We always stay here. Excellent location and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness
Was safe and quiet for a family 4-night stay, perfect location on ocean drive across beach.. but away from any noise, inside or out. Rooms was small and basic, lacklustre, but did the job, was really just looking for a place to sleep and a good location for affordable price.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute hotel ! It’s right by the beach and the strip which is convenient. Staff is pleasant too. One of the ladies helped us when we got lost
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Amenities
Perfect location! Super close to the beach, near lots of restaurants, etc. Bed was super comfy and staff very friendly! We had issues with our flight being cancelled and we had to come later than planned, and they were very accommodating. The breakfast was also really good!! Was great for our vacation and would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute property- was just looking for a one night stay before boarding a cruise and this was perfect- got to have dinner on Ocean Ave and walk to the beach across the street - staff was also very helpful and property was super clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent property, close to all sights.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Awesome place, great staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This hotel just need to be upgraded,but the area was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very friendly and very clean as always.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of restaurants within walking distance. Nice park across the street with the beach beyond that. Bed not very comfortable…
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ambar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was super accommodating & the hotel was very clean. However, the pool wasn’t open & there wasn’t much to make up for the inconvenience besides a free drink.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that the beach was easily accessible and the area seemed quiet compared to other south beach areas.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing missing was breakfast. We were given drink vouchers, however we don’t drink.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Francois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and friendly staffs !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025