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Hotel Breakwater South Beach

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront hotel near Miami Beach Beaches

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Penthouse Ocean | Terrace/patio
Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Ocean View | View from room
Nightclub
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Cuban cuisine
Property entrance

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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940 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL, 33139
  • Place, Art Deco Historic District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Drive
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Collins Avenue Shopping Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Airport, Miami, FL (MIA-Miami Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed (ADA)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Junior Suite with Balcony

Deluxe Junior Suite with Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite ADA

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Penthouse Ocean | Terrace/patio

Penthouse Ocean

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Penthouse Sunrise | Private pool

Penthouse Sunrise

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Miami Beach

On the beach.A stay at this South Beach hotel places you steps from Art Deco Historic District and a 5-minute walk from Ocean Drive. Also, Collins Avenue Shopping Area is within half a mile (1 km) and Lincoln Road Mall is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Art Deco Historic District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ocean Drive - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Miami Beach Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Collins Avenue Shopping Area - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lummus Park Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Adrienne Arsht Center Metromover Station - 8 min drive
  • Hialeah Market Station - 16 min drive
  • Miami Intl. Airport (MIA) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Palace Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mango's Tropical Cafe South Beach - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Voodoo Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Essex House Hotel & Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Social - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Breakwater South Beach

3.5-star beachfront hotel near Miami Beach Beaches
Hotel Breakwater South Beach offers its guests an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Breakwater South Beach. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Miami Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 99 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1939
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Hotel Breakwater South Beach offers 99 accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Miami Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local, long-distance, and international calls are all complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 47 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Books
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

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
  • Elevator
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 39.90 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Pool access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 47.00 per night (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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts only chip-and-PIN credit cards for onsite payments
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This hotel accepts only chip-and-PIN credit cards for onsite payments. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.


We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Hotel Breakwater South Beach Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 523 out of 1107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 1107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 1107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 90 out of 1107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 127 out of 1107 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alecia

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

8/10 Good

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, easy to valet and check-in. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirhonda, Pompano Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was literally the worst place we have ever stayed. The hotel is ok, not as clean as it could be and the shower did not drain at all, the tv didn’t work. But the biggest issue is that it sits right in the middle of 3 or 4 nightclubs. So if you don’t want to sleep until about 4 in the morning, this may be the place for you. But if you do, we are not talking about a little noise. It is like you are in the nightclub. We couldn’t even talk to each other half of the time. Plus, I pad for an ocean front hotel. Definately not oceanfront, there is a major street between the hotel and the entrance to the beach. They claim that they have beach chairs and that is what your resort fee goes for. Well they give a lawn chair and you have to carry it over to the beach. And remember it is crossing a street and probably 300 yards to the entrance of the beach. My biggest tub is that the price that I paid was in line with some very nice hotels and this was not. There also was sketchy people just hanging out in front. Never going back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marea

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great. Simple thing but the real glassware in the rooms made me happy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shari

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon arrival room was not clean, it was extremely cold, hotel staff inattentive and did nothing, no microwave in the room and bad view
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

HEATHER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The stay started by not getting the bed arrangement we had asked for. The next day I ended up paying $40 for a mediocre breakfast because I went to the restaurant right between the two wings of the hotel! Apparently this restaurant is not part of the hotel but is right in the middle of it! Makes absolutely NO sense. The two actual restaurants that offered 10% off didn’t open until 11:30 AM. For breakfast you had to walk 3 blocks to find a restaurant affiliated with the hotel that actually served breakfast. I finally found the pool but had to be directed to it. On our last day the elevator broke down! I spoke to someone at the front desk who assured me they were looking into it. An hour later when checking out and asking about the elevator, everyone at the front was VERY surprised as apparently nobody knew about it! I have a rare lung disease which makes it very difficult for me to climb stairs up to the 3rd floor where our room was. Luckily I was with my cousin who was able to carry our luggage down. The staff at the front desk was very unpleasant. This was probably the WORST hotel experience I ever had! Next time I will go back to my go to hotel on Collins Ave where the elevator doesn’t break down, breakfast is included, and the staff is always pleasant!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel served its purpose! The staff was very customer service oriented! The hotel was clean the rooms were clean and good size. South beach is south beach….. it was great location for what we needed to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Johnny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The check ins and getting rooms was not as professional as expected. My reservation was given away after it was already paid for in advance. I was made to pay for a new room before I was refunded for the overbooked canceled room. Staff member was cold and unwilling to help.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yenney

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Larry

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Brent

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Melvin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The shower was a mess
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

silvia

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lack of communication with customer
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

FORREST

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carly

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ocean view is across lumas park. Its right in the middle of all the popular ocean drive bars, but surprisingly quiet. We was pleased with its location and comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Amenities
Clean room and nice staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

silvia

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Lack of communication with the customer did not even tell us where our room was or where things were in the hotel so we can enjoy the resort part
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy

Travelled with group
The location was great. There are so many food options available. There is a walking path right outside the hotel. The beach was right across the street. The hotel says they have towels, beach chairs and bikes. They have a few bikes and a few beach chairs (well used)...for the most part they have beach towels...but they ran out one afternoon and they are pretty small and well used. We stayed in the Sunrise Penthouse. The views were great. We loved the private pool. However, there are no lounge chairs for the deck. The wall lights in the room did not work, the balcony doors would not open, the pool lights did not work and the bathroom mirror light did not work. The bathroom had so much hair on the floor and in the shower that it was disgusting. If you need anything for the room it is best to just go down to the front desk. Don't bother calling down. Overall it is a great place to stay in the middle of everything. Great access to the beach. Kitchy feel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Makayla

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
The staff were not that helpful. They charge a lot of fees on arrival, our room was never cleaned. They had us waiting an extra 3 hours to check in, and our room was never ready.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

NIna

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Overall property was ok for what we needed. Shower area was a little dingy and there was no light in elevator area which made me feel a little uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025