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The Penguin Hotel

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star beachfront hotel near Miami Beach Beaches

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed
Ocean Corner Suite 1 King Bed
Property entrance
Daily full breakfast (USD 10.24 per person)
Ocean Corner Suite 1 King Bed | View from room

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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1418 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL, 33139
  • Place, Ocean Drive
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Collins Avenue Shopping Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Miami Beach Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Airport, Miami, FL (MIA-Miami Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Ocean Corner Suite 2 Queen Beds

Ocean Corner Suite 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(63 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Traditional room 1 king bed or 1 King bed with rollaway bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(140 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean Corner Suite 1 King Bed | Living area

Ocean Corner Suite 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Ocean Front 1 King Bed, Private Terrace

Ocean Front 1 King Bed, Private Terrace

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean Corner Room 1 King Bed

Ocean Corner Room 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean Front Terrace King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Ocean Corner King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Ocean Corner King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Ocean Front King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Ocean Front Room 1 King Bed

Ocean Front Room 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Queen Room With Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

Ocean Corner Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Traditional Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Bathroom

Traditional King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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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. Also, Miami Beach Beaches 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
  • Collins Avenue Shopping Area - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Miami Beach Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Espanola Way and Washington Avenue - 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) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Finnegan's Way - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lost Weekend - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Sandwicherie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cortadito Coffee House - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Penguin Hotel

3.5-star beachfront hotel near Miami Beach Beaches
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff 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.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Valet parking on site (USD 52.97 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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The valet parking loading zone (vehicle drop off and pick up) is next door at the Marriott/Havana 1957 restaurant, located at 1401 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139. The valet parking lot can accommodate vehicles up to 16 feet in length. Buses are not permitted

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 24 to January 11:
  • Parking area

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
  • Partner property access
  • Partner property pool access
  • Phone calls

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

The listed resort fee is 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 52.97 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
Penguin Miami Beach
The Penguin Hotel Hotel
The Penguin Hotel Miami Beach
The Penguin Hotel Hotel Miami Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Penguin Hotel to the airport?

The Penguin Hotel is 4.6 mi (20-min drive) away from the Miami, FL (MPB-Public Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Apr 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Penguin Hotel on May 11, 2026 start from CA $135, 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.

Does The Penguin Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Penguin Hotel.

How close is The Penguin Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Penguin Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Penguin Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 10.24 for adults and USD 10.24 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Penguin Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Magic City Casino (15-min drive) and Hialeah Park Race Track (20-min drive) are nearby.

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.

Is there free parking at The Penguin Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 52.97 per day.

Does The Penguin Hotel have a pool?

The Penguin Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does The Penguin Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Penguin Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Penguin Hotel to downtown Miami Beach?

The Penguin Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Miami Beach.

The Penguin Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 886 out of 1810 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 486 out of 1810 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 245 out of 1810 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 107 out of 1810 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 1810 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brandon a

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Xiao Peng

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ivis

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Igor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a good experience with the hotel, nice staff, great location, clean room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Taran

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had to wait an additional 45 minutes for our room, there were no outlets near the bed for my husband to use his sleep apnea medical device, and no extension cord was provided when we asked. We did appreciate the extra welcome drink tickets.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Arianne Leslie

Travelled with partner
Room smells like cigarette smoke. The night staff just said she will bring air freshener. But it never came. We had to sleep with a mask on as the room smells bad. We had to check the next day if we could move to another room. The day staff was very helpful and we got move into another room in the afternoon. Location wise, it's very convenient as it is close the the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless, Carmen was amazing and every accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, amazing location. We had a small leak in the room due to heavy rain and the staff were quick to offer us another room. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Abby

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
While the location was great, however, I don't believe the price was worth the stay. Fees for EVERYTHING! additional person, more $$, resort fees $$$$ (and for what?). We had to walk a block away for our paid breakfast, and it wasn't even good. I don't believe this was described in the original signup. The pool was also a block away, not the most convenient. Over all it was just ok, not really worth the money paid.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Utsab

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Dennis

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel is old. The whole place reeks of bleach, I am guessing to cover up the mold smell. You are forced to pay a ‘resort’ fee. When I asked what the fee was for, I was told, for use of te WiFi, in-house telephone, use of the pool. The things that are free with a normal hotel. To top it off the bed was dirty. Overall the place is bad. I would not recommend this pace to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

kristin

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean- great location- friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good all around
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Mehrnoosh

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s very bad experience,I never comeback again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good view of the beach. Rooms fairly sparse but impeccably clean and Carmen who runs reception was super helpful and very professional Very good value for money and ideally located for South Beach
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephane

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Good location. Comfortable, clean room. Inefficient check-in process. Bar (& pool ) access thru a dark alley with no signage was creepy. Room location (116) was less than ideal - by the alley access door (constantly opening & closing),next to trash (loud), under a very thin floor (occupied by I can only guess a 500 lb insomniac)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Nicole, waukegan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charity

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The woman working at the front desk was amazing. She so kind and helpful with everything. We arrived early from a disembarked cruise and she was able to store all of our luggage. Give us nice recommendations for the area and introduce us to the pool in the adjacent property.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was excellent. The location was amazing z close to the beach and ocean drive’s entertainment dotrict but far enough away so you could still get to get to sleep at a decent hour
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t inform us of the blocked access to the hotel. Ocean drive was shut down, so no access to the front of the hotel. Had to park and walk a few blocks to understand the valet parking process. Very frustrating after dealing with multiple traffic delays around the blocks of the hotel. The gal the front desk was sweet and apologized, but this was not her issue, this was a management issue. Please do better. The one star rating was only based off the check in process, the stay and the service was delightful after that, a 4 star after the screw up of management!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026