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The Penguin Hotel

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel with restaurant, near Ocean Drive

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed
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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free breakfast
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool access
  • Beach towels
  • Valet parking
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Multilingual staff

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
The price is NZ$250
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 January 2025

Room options

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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Ocean Corner Suite 2 Queen Beds

Ocean Corner Suite 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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Ocean Corner Suite 1 King Bed | Living area

Ocean Corner Suite 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
Private bathroom
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

Ocean Front Room 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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Ocean Front 1 King Bed, Private Terrace

Ocean Front 1 King Bed, Private Terrace

Highlights

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

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Ocean Corner Room 1 King Bed

Ocean Corner Room 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 27 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
1418 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL, 33139

What's nearby

  • Art Deco Historic District - 1 min walk
  • Ocean Drive - 1 min walk
  • Collins Avenue Shopping Area - 2 min walk
  • Miami Beach Convention Center - 19 min walk
  • Lincoln Road Mall - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Miami, FL (MPB-Public Seaplane Base) - 8 min drive
  • Miami International Airport (MIA) - 18 min drive
  • Miami, FL (OPF-Opa Locka Executive) - 38 min drive
  • Hollywood International Airport (FLL) - 38 min drive
  • Miami Airport Station - 14 min drive
  • Hialeah Market Station - 16 min drive
  • Miami Golden Glades Station - 20 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

The Penguin Hotel offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue Shopping Area. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit La Cerveceria De Barro, which is open for lunch and dinner, and offers a beachfront location. This Art Deco hotel also features a bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden. The helpful staff and beach location get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 43 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 AM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • For more details, 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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
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Parking

    • On-site valet parking (USD 39.90 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1948
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 91
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch plasma TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

La Cerveceria De Barro – This beachfront restaurant serves brunch, lunch and dinner. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 150 per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 33.06 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Beach towels
    • Housekeeping
    • In-room bottled water
    • In-room safe
    • Internet access (may be limited)
    • Partner property access
    • Partner property pool access
    • Phone calls (may be limited)
The nightly resort fee of USD 33.06 (tax inclusive) per accommodation is based on 2 guests. An additional nightly resort fee of USD 16.53 (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

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • There is a service fee of USD 65 per day

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per day

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 39.90 per day with in/out privileges

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and window guards on-site.
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.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Penguin Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Penguin Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Penguin Hotel?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 39.90 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Penguin Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Is there an on-site casino at The Penguin Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Magic City Casino (15-min drive) and Hialeah Park Race Track (20-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at The Penguin Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and scuba-diving. Enjoy amenities such as a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near The Penguin Hotel?
Yes, La Cerveceria De Barro offers beachfront dining and ocean views.
What's the area around The Penguin Hotel like?
The Penguin Hotel is on Miami Beach Beaches in South Beach, a short 1-minute walk from Ocean Drive and 2 minutes' walk from Collins Avenue Shopping Area. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.

The Penguin Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Jeffrey, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The hotel was great the only thing is I wouldn’t stay in room 116 again as it was a little noisy.
David, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

decepção total
Ruim!!! Quando cheguei não tinha ninguem para me ajudar com as malas, já que não tinha como entrar na rua do hotel com o carro.Cafe da manha horroroso. Muito ruim. Nota zero.
FATIMA, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Viviane, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Location decent; hotel quality poor
The room did not have a working tv remote, working internet for the tv, or a desk as advertised. Check-in was at 3:00 but the room was not available until 3:30. The breakfast was supposed to last until 10:30. At 9:30, there was very little food remaining.
2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

The breakfast was cold and the plates were dirty
FREDERICK, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Hotel - 10/10
The Penguin Hotel was great! The room was super clean and the amenities were a nice touch! Will definitely stay again!
Emma, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Overall a nice hotel
Room was nice but there was very little water pressure in the shower.
Raymond, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Good location, basic and comfortable
I can't recommend this hotel. Ocean Drive is closed to cars now which makes it awkward to get you and your luggage to the hotel easily. The breakfast that comes with the room is offered at the hotel next door, it was not very tasty. Better to go to Starbucks across the street. One day I had no hot water in the shower. I was never able to call the front desk, my phone didn't work. Pros: It's clean and basic, the bed was very comfortable. It was quiet. The staff was helpful and pleasant. The location is very nice for walking and getting to the ocean.
PATRICIA, 4-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location
Fantastic location close to the beach and nightlife, quite area e very good room. The two negative points: the parking offered as optional is always busy so you need to find a different one not cheap but most negative is the breakfast included in the room price real poor nothing for the children no service
claudio, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Josemiguel, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Latoya, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Alvaro Ricardo, 11-night trip
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6/10 Good

Stacey, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Good Value in Art Deco District
Staff was very friendly. Room could have used a chair. The breakfast voucher provided access to the restaurant next door. The choices were limited and the service was not great. It seemed like they don’t know how to do breakfast. Great location. Pool at the sister hotel was nice. Good value for the money.
Darcy, 2-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Danny, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great place Right across from Beach Very clean Staff were great
Linda, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Hotel road is closed for vehicles for so many years but they don't tell you in advance,it is hard to reach the property. Hotel is old and not well maintained. Bad smell in the hotel. There is no ramps to take the luggage to the hotel and no one to help you. You have to pickup the heavey luggage thru the stairs. Elevator is so slow. I will never stay there again.
Shivender, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, amazing location, staff was very kind, let us check in early and that made a huge difference for our overall experience-they are super accommodating. The only thing we didn’t enjoy was breakfast at nearby restaurant-they don’t serve breakfast at hotel so you get voucher for Mexican restaurant-food was not nice, selection or quality. One day they served us coffee which was the worst coffee I ever had. I understand hotel is separate from restaurant so I’m giving my 5 star to hotel.
Sanja, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Baller on a budget!
This was a PERFECT LOCATION on south beach! It had everything we needed: free breakfast vouchers next door (pretty good!), two free cocktails next door, rooftop pool at neighbor hotel, and spacious room with AC. It is right next to bikes to rent, liquor store, Starbucks, across from the beach, and surrounded by hopping bars and restaurants. It was a good choice for the price! Average basic hotel but with many perks.
Caroline, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Thé hôtel itself was amazing. We had the corner room…amazing ocean view…the location relative to everything around it was out of this world. The only complaint we have was that our TV did not work at all. We arrived on Friday morning. Told them of the issue right away. A repair man came up to fix it, couldn’t find the issue. then he left with our remote control. The next morning we followed up and no one knew what we weee talking about. Sent another handyman up and he also couldn’t fix it. On the Sunday we talked to the front desk and they sent a third man up and it didn’t get fixed. My boyfriend went down and talked to the manager and they finally moved us into a smaller room at the back of the hotel at about 5pm on Sunday. Although the manager on duty did his best, we were leaving 12 hours later to catch our flights back home. There was no communication between shifts as every time we went down for a follow up, the new person on duty had no idea that anything was wrong. That being said, the staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful and the manager gave us some free drink vouchers for the bar across the street. Other than the TV issue, the hotel was perfect.
Kynda, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Wonderful
Staff was wonderful. Facilities were spotless. Would stay here anytime. Wonderful location across from the beach,shops and restaurants l.
Maria, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is great. We have stayed here before. Great location. The only issue which i dont hold against the hotel is the restaurant next door that provides the breakfast is way under staffed.
Ralph, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love it
The room was clean. The view was great. The staff was nice. You can use the rooftop pool on the sister property.
April, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Emilio, 2-night trip
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