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The Penguin Hotel

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel near Miami Beach Beaches

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed
Lobby sitting area
Lunch, dinner, brunch served; beach views
Traditional Room, 1 King Bed
Pool

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
1418 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL, 33139
  • Ocean Drive
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Collins Avenue Shopping Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Miami Beach Convention Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Miami, FL (MIA-Miami Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Ocean Corner Suite 2 Queen Beds

Ocean Corner Suite 2 Queen Beds

  • Ocean view
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Ocean Corner Suite 1 King Bed | Living area

Ocean Corner Suite 1 King Bed

  • Ocean view
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Ocean Front Room 1 King Bed

Ocean Front Room 1 King Bed

  • Ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean Front 1 King Bed, Private Terrace

Ocean Front 1 King Bed, Private Terrace

  • Ocean view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean Corner Room 1 King Bed

Ocean Corner Room 1 King Bed

  • Ocean view
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Miami Beach

On the beach.At this South Beach hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue Shopping Area, both within a 5-minute walk. Lincoln Road Mall and Miami Beach Boardwalk are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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

  • Eleventh Street Metromover Station - 8 min drive
  • Miami Airport Station - 14 min drive
  • Miami Intl. Airport (MIA) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Finnegan's Way - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Sandwicherie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Front Porch Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Havana 1957 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Penguin Hotel

Beachfront hotel near Miami Beach Beaches
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Penguin Hotel. For a fee, parking is available. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This Art Deco Miami Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1948
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Penguin Hotel offers 43 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually decorated. 32-inch plasma televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Valet parking on site (USD 39.90 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • 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

Things to do

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

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 (36 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch plasma TV with cable channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • 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've listed 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

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10.24 for adults and USD 10.24 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 39.90 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

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
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, 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 597 out of 1285 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 358 out of 1285 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 174 out of 1285 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1285 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 1285 reviews

8.4/10

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

MICHAEL

Liked: Amenities
Location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ny

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Roksolana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice stay. Hotel is clean, friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Yongli

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Noisy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the second time i have stayed here. I will definitely be staying here on my next trip.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Stefani

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location is great and right across from the beach. It is an older building but could use some attention. Room was not real clean, could use some new bedding as well. Front desk was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane, Reno

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing, always available, this stay was better than our expectations. Will definitely come again if we come back to south beach !
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Janet, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Great location for access to restaurants and bars. Staff could be more friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

francois-guillaume, Frankfurt

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location on Ocean drive is amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good stay

My husband and I stayed at the penguin one night. We had our room upgraded to the top floor with the balcony. It was absolutely stunning to have the entire balcony to ourselves room 401. The only downside is the elevator doesn't go all the way up to the 4th floor so you will have to carry your luggage up a flight of stairs. if you're Able-Bodied it's not an issue. The hotel itself is old and I did see areas like the bathtub that had the landlord special. Painting over visible issues. The elevator was a little loud but honestly the balcony with the view was worth it for the price. Staying here for a small amount of time was great. Breakfast in the morning was great. The pool was nice and the beach is beautiful. Surprisingly quiet for the busy location. My husband and I would love to stay here again. Thank you to staff for making our trip welcoming and memorable. Great job!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

SANDRA D, South Ozone Park

Travelled with family and small children
We stayed in a king room on the 4th floor with a patio. I believe it’s the only room on the 4th floor. In dire need of an update/reno. Drapes and blinds need to be replaced. Molding needs to be dusted. Sliding door lock needs to be replaced. Bathroom is very very small. Plants on patios could use some TLC. Everything needs an update. You could hear the elevator from the room and all noises from it operating. Breakfast is provided by the restaurant next door which came to us cold so appears they are preserved on a plate and provided when the hotel guests arrive. No options. Just whatever they serve you on that plate. Only pro was location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the cleanest hotels I have stayed in. Comfortable beds. Surrounded by food options and restaurants if you don't have a car. Directly across the street from the beach. Very friendly front desk staff. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Nadia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The complimentary breakfast at the front porch was horrible. We received the worse meal i have ever eaten. Besides being treated like we were nonexistant after being seated once the server knew that we had a complimentary breakfast voucher. We sent back our meal that was cold, eggs were horrible,hard bread ,no butter , hash browns were cold and soggy. No ketchup...They sent out another meal replacement and that was just as bad so we left. Complained to the staff at the penguin hotel front desk and was given a voucher for the president hotel. Service there was super and breakfast was great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall a good hotel.

Overall a nice hotel in a really good location but the rooms are small they are conditioner was noisy and don't maintain a steady temperature. You're paying 100% for the location and not for the hotel itself.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahnaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fantastic! The hotel and the staff were wonderful! I selected this hotel based on good reviews and I confirm it is really an excellent hotel. Very clean, hard to hear other rooms, delicious breakfast at its sister property and the pool with warm water, staff very attentive and helpful. Specially the lady at front desk (Lourdes) who helped me on my requests always with her beautiful smile. And, the technician (Leo) who helped me for my room windows to avoid noise (I’m so sensitive to noise). My room was ocean view as requested and I stayed 1 week enjoying my 1st trip to Miami. I will recommend this hotel to my friends and I will be back. Thanks ;)
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Grzegorz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
very slow staff at the breakfast bar, no food choices as a hotel guest whatsoever

8/10 Good

carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small hotel with good amenities and great staff.

6/10 Okay

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good service at hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alba

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