Hotel Penguin Hotel

Beachfront

1418 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139, United States of America – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.3/10! (score from 1073 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

7.6
Good
1,074 reviews

Breakfast option was provided by a neighboring location. The options available were a great bonus to the stay. We also received a free margarita from the neighboring restaurant. The guacamole is A MUST! Overall I would definitely stay again just not during peak seasons like spring break or Memorial Day weekend.

Shontei United States of America

The location is great which is beside the road of beach. We stayed in the room facing the street view and the view was very pleasant.

Neo United States of America

The location—smack dab in the middle of Ocean Drive and super close to the beach—is awesome. The staff was wonderful.

Barbra United States of America

awesome location and amazing ocean view, walk over to the beach

Melissa United States of America

excellent location right across street from the beach.

Lori United States of America

Beachfront, restaurants everywhere, shopping everywhere. I stayed at the roof top room with the huge private terrace. Loved the view. Would of been great if a jacuzzi was there also on the terrace.

Jeny United States of America

The location right along Ocean Ave, the vouchers for the drinks and breakfast at the nearby cafe, modern and updated rooms

Will United States of America

Excellent location. Very short walk to beach, volley ball nets, bars, muscle beach, boardwalk etc. Breakfast was good

David United States of America

very clean and comfortable hotel. staff was friendly and helpful. excellent location.

Heather United States of America

Amazing location. Everything was clean and comfortable.

Sakib United States of America
7.6
Good
1,074 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Breakfast option was provided by a neighboring location. The options available were a great bonus to the stay. We also received a free margarita from the neighboring restaurant.”
    Shontei Shontei United States of America United States of America
  • “The location is great which is beside the road of beach. We stayed in the room facing the street view and the view was very pleasant.”
    Neo Neo United States of America United States of America
  • “The location—smack dab in the middle of Ocean Drive and super close to the beach—is awesome. The staff was wonderful.”
    Barbra Barbra United States of America United States of America
  • “awesome location and amazing ocean view, walk over to the beach”
    Melissa Melissa United States of America United States of America
  • “excellent location right across street from the beach.”
    Lori Lori United States of America United States of America
  • “Beachfront, restaurants everywhere, shopping everywhere. I stayed at the roof top room with the huge private terrace. Loved the view. Would of been great if a jacuzzi was there also on the terrace.”
    Jeny Jeny United States of America United States of America
  • “The location right along Ocean Ave, the vouchers for the drinks and breakfast at the nearby cafe, modern and updated rooms”
    Will Will United States of America United States of America
  • “Excellent location. Very short walk to beach, volley ball nets, bars, muscle beach, boardwalk etc. Breakfast was good”
    David David United States of America United States of America
  • “very clean and comfortable hotel. staff was friendly and helpful. excellent location.”
    Heather Heather United States of America United States of America
  • “Amazing location. Everything was clean and comfortable.”
    Sakib Sakib United States of America United States of America

Categories:

  • Staff8.2
  • Facilities7.2
  • Cleanliness7.8
  • Comfort7.8
  • Value for money7.3
  • Location9.3
  • Free WiFi6.8

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This property is 2 minutes walk from the beach. Built in the 1940s, this oceanfront hotel is located in South Beach and offers an art deco exterior with mid-century modern touches. Lincoln Road Mall is 10 minutes’ walk from the hotel.

Additional counter space with a sink and a small refrigerator are provided in each nature-themed room at Penguin Hotel. Select rooms have a view of the Atlantic Ocean and Ocean Drive.

The 24-hour reception offers free luggage storage at this Art Deco District hotel. Valet parking and on-site parking are available for a fee as well.

The Purple Penguin Café includes a terrace and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a view of Ocean Drive. Hand-crafted cocktails are featured at the bar, including the Shake Your Penguin cocktail.

The Miami Beach Convention Center is 15 minutes’ walk from Penguin Hotel. The hotel is also within 6.2 mi from Miami city center and American Airlines Arena sports and concert venue.

This is our guests' favorite part of Miami Beach, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Penguin Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jun 15, 2009

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Most popular amenities

1 swimming pool
Parking
Free WiFi
Beachfront
Family rooms
Bar

Property Highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Miami Beach, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

Breakfast Info

Continental, American

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Closest beaches
  • Miami Beach

    Miami Beach

    8.8 Excellent beach
    400 feet from property
  • Lummus Park Beach

    Lummus Park Beach

    8.8 Excellent beach
    500 feet from property
  • South Pointe Park Beach

    South Pointe Park Beach

    8.9 Excellent beach
    4,000 feet from property
  • Fisher Island Beach

    Fisher Island Beach

    8.7 Excellent beach
    1.6 miles from property

Guest reviews

7.6
Good · 1,074 reviews
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  • Staff8.2
  • Facilities7.2
  • Cleanliness7.8
  • Comfort7.8
  • Value for money7.3
  • Location9.3
    Access to the beach
  • Free WiFi6.8

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Shontei United States of America

    “Breakfast option was provided by a neighboring location. The options available were a great bonus to the stay. We also received a free margarita from the neighboring restaurant. The guacamole is A MUST! Overall I would definitely stay again just not during peak seasons like spring break or Memorial Day weekend.”

  • Neo United States of America

    “The location is great which is beside the road of beach. We stayed in the room facing the street view and the view was very pleasant.”

  • Barbra United States of America

    “The location—smack dab in the middle of Ocean Drive and super close to the beach—is awesome. The staff was wonderful.”

  • Melissa United States of America

    “awesome location and amazing ocean view, walk over to the beach”

  • Lori United States of America

    “excellent location right across street from the beach.”

  • Jeny United States of America

    “Beachfront, restaurants everywhere, shopping everywhere. I stayed at the roof top room with the huge private terrace. Loved the view. Would of been great if a jacuzzi was there also on the terrace.”

  • Will United States of America

    “The location right along Ocean Ave, the vouchers for the drinks and breakfast at the nearby cafe, modern and updated rooms”

  • David United States of America

    “Excellent location. Very short walk to beach, volley ball nets, bars, muscle beach, boardwalk etc. Breakfast was good”

  • Heather United States of America

    “very clean and comfortable hotel. staff was friendly and helpful. excellent location.”

  • Sakib United States of America

    “Amazing location. Everything was clean and comfortable.”

Property questions and answers
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  • What are the safety measures related to Covid 19? Are masks required on the beach, pool area and/or inside the hotel? Are bars or resturants closed in and around the hotel in the area? Are other tourist attractions in the area now closed?
    We are requiring guests to wear masks and keep social distance from other guest that are not in the sam group, it is the same measures taken outside.
    Answered on July 10, 2020
  • Do the ocean corner suite with the kind bed room private with a door?
    Hi there, it has a king bed and living room area but there is no door separating the two.
    Asked about: Ocean Corner Suite with King Bed • Answered on July 3, 2019
  • hi do you have free parking?
    There are 3 options that you can choose from in terms of parking. 1. Valet Parking - The daily fees are $37.45 for regular cars and $48.15 for SUVs.
    Answered on October 9, 2020
  • is the beach across the street?
    Hello, Yes
    Answered on May 22, 2021
  • Is there’s pet friendly ?
    Hello there, We accept service pets as long as we see documentation. Kind regards.
    Answered on January 6, 2021

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Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Versace Mansion
    0.3 miles
  • Collins Avenue
    0.4 miles
  • The Wolfsonian Museum–Florida International University
    0.4 miles
  • Duck Tours Miami
    0.4 miles
  • Lummus Park
    0.4 miles
  • Art Deco Historic District
    0.5 miles
  • New World Center
    0.5 miles
  • LIK Fine Art Miami
    0.5 miles
  • Jackie Gleason Theater of the Performing Arts
    0.5 miles
  • Lincoln Road
    0.5 miles
Top attractions
  • Ocean Drive
    0.6 miles
  • South Pointe Park
    1.4 miles
  • Port of Miami
    3 miles
  • Bayfront Park
    3.5 miles
  • American Airlines Arena
    3.6 miles
  • Bayside Market Place
    3.6 miles
  • Bayfront Park Station
    3.7 miles
  • Crandon Marina
    4.5 miles
  • Marlins Park
    5.6 miles
  • University of Miami
    10.2 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Miami Beach
    400 feet
  • Lummus Park Beach
    500 feet
  • South Pointe Park Beach
    4,000 feet
  • Fisher Island Beach
    1.6 miles
  • Hobie Beach
    4 miles
Closest Airports
  • Miami Seaplane Base
    3 miles
  • Miami International Airport
    9.2 miles
  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
    19.9 miles
How to get to Penguin Hotel from Miami International Airport
    Taxi
    Public transportation
    Parking available
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Amenities of Penguin Hotel

Most popular amenities

1 swimming pool
Parking
Free WiFi
Beachfront
Family rooms
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Activities
  • Happy hour Additional charge
  • Beach
Food & Drink
  • Fruit Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 45 per day.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Safe
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free! All pools are free of charge
  • Open all year
  • Opening times
  • All ages welcome
  • Fenced pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool is on rooftop
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Pool/Beach towels
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
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House rules Penguin Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of USD 150 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Crib by request
Free
Extra bed by request
$25 per child, per night
2 - 11 years
Extra bed by request
$25 per child, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa American Express Penguin Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Valet parking charge :

$48.15 daily for standard cars including sedan cars, SUV, and minivans
$64.20 daily for Commercial vans or vans up to 15 seats.

Guests will have access to the rooftop pool at an adjacent hotel.

Please note the guest's identification used at check-in must match the name on the reservation and the name on the credit card used to pay for their stay.

Guests under the age of 18 are only allowed to check in with a parent or official guardian.

Please note a USD 150.00 per night, per room deposit will be charged on the day of arrival for incidentals and is refundable.

A daily mandatory resort fee will be charged and covers cost of:

- Continental breakfast
- One-time welcome drink
- Bottles of water in room (2 per day)
- In-room safety deposit box
- Beach towels
- WiFi
- Unlimited Local calls

Please note the resort fee is subject to tax. The resort fee is based on 2 guests. An additional resort fee of 14.50 will be charged per night per guest. Call property for details.

Please note additional fees are excluded from the rate.

Property does not accept group bookings of more than 9 rooms.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Penguin Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

A damage deposit of USD 150 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Penguin Hotel

  • Penguin Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Happy hour

  • Check-in at Penguin Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The nearest beach is 500 feet from Penguin Hotel.

  • Penguin Hotel is 1,650 feet from the center of Miami Beach.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Penguin Hotel by:

    • Taxi 15min
    • Bus 50min

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Penguin Hotel (subject to availability):

    • Parking

  • The prices at Penguin Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Penguin Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Quad
    • Suite

  • Guests staying at Penguin Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • American
    • À la carte