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Congress Suites at the Strand

3.5 star property
On beach with outdoor pool, near Collins Avenue Shopping Area

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Outdoor pool
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Junior Double Room
Front of property
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | View from room

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1052 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL, 33139
  • Art Deco Historic District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Ocean Drive
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Collins Avenue Shopping Area
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Miami, FL (MIA-Miami Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Double Room

Junior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Free extra futon mattress
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Free extra futon mattress
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Free extra futon mattress
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon

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Junior Suite (Queen) | Living area

Junior Suite (Queen)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Free extra futon mattress
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | View from room

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Free extra futon mattress
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon

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On the beach

Strand Ocean Drive Suites

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
3.2 out of 5, (141)
The price is AU$358
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Strand Ocean Drive Suites

About the area

Miami Beach

At Congress Suites at the Strand you'll be within steps of popular attractions like Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue Shopping Area. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .The restaurant, The Kitchen, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and concierge services. .Attractions within a short walk of this 3.5-property class South Beach hotel include Art Deco Historic District and within a 30-minute walk you'll find Miami Beach Convention Center.

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 - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Miami Beach Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Lincoln Road Mall - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Adrienne Arsht Center Metromover Station - 8 min drive
  • Hialeah Market Station - 16 min drive
  • Miami, FL (MPB-Public Seaplane Base) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Palace Bar - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Gianni's At The Former Versace Mansion - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Havana 1957 Cuban Cuisine South Beach at Breakwater - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Americano Ocean Drive - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Sombra - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Congress Suites at the Strand

On beach with outdoor pool, near Collins Avenue Shopping Area
As a guest of Congress Suites at the Strand, you'll find an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and multilingual staff. Public spaces have free WiFi. Gift shops/newsstands, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Congress Suites at the Strand.

This Art Deco Miami Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Congress Suites at the Strand offers 24 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Accommodation at this 3.5-star hotel has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries and hairdryers.

This Miami Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Restaurants on site

  • The Kitchen

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free extra futon
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: USD 50.00 per day

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.

  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: USD 25 per stay

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 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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts American Express, Eurocard and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Congress Hotel
Congress Hotel South
Congress South
Congress South Beach
Strand Ocean Drive Hotel
Strand Ocean Drive Miami Beach
Congress Suites at the Strand Hotel
Congress Suites at the Strand Miami Beach
Congress Suites at the Strand Hotel Miami Beach

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Congress Suites at the Strand?

Congress Suites at the Strand offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Congress Suites at the Strand?

Yep, Congress Suites at the Strand is a short 1-minute walk from Miami Beach Beaches. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find boat tours.

Does Congress Suites at the Strand have a pool?

Congress Suites at the Strand has an outdoor pool.

What makes Congress Suites at the Strand a romantic place to stay?

A bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Congress Suites at the Strand.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Congress Suites at the Strand?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Congress Suites at the Strand?

No, Congress Suites at the Strand does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Congress Suites at the Strand?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Congress Suites at the Strand's onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Congress Suites at the Strand?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Congress Suites at the Strand?

No, pets are not allowed.

Congress Suites at the Strand Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 189 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 190 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 139 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 265 out of 1003 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kieonna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great

10/10 Excellent

Rasheeda

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What everyone says about this property is simply wrong. I just stayed here for five nights and six days over spring break and it was amazing! The staff was nice and accommodating. The room was clean and balcony was great with a nice view of the ocean. The location is what sets this property apart from the others! You are right across the beach and walking distance to restaurants, shops, clubs, etc. The rooftop pool and bar was a huge hit. Checking in and out was a breeze! What people are saying about the noise and not getting fresh towels is not true. My group and I did not have an issue falling asleep and if you need anything all you have to do is ask before 2pm! I highly recommend staying at the Congress.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Edward

Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is not what is shown in the Expedia listings. It is very run down and in exceptionally poor condition. Take note this is not a hotel but a managed condo facility so the front desk staff are unable to handle any real issues. Security is exceptionally poor, locking door does not fully close and anyone can access the property. We checked in on a Sunday and abandoned the rest of the stay as the place was uninhabitable. None of the windows work and even if they did they were so old plastic wrap would have done a better job. Avoid this place at all costs. It’s a dive.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

pamela, nutley

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The worst experience ive ever had snd i travel a lot. Instead of a 1 bedroom suite ocean view that i booked 3 months ago, i got a 2 twin bed room and when i complained. They blamed expedia for sending an incorrect room category!! When we get to hotel after a long day and ask for toilet paper and new towels, they said the housekeeping closes at 5pm. The sheets in the room have dirt spots and there were makeups under the bed and bed was about to fall. New but not assembled well. Horrible stay. Placed a big dent to our vacation! The only good part is Greg, the bell attendant who is very nice and sympathetic to our situation. Otherwise DONT stay in this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

4/10 Poor

Byron

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Horrible experience! Beware of this hotel.
Unfriendly staff at front desk. Water puddle in front door when entering room from a leak from either sink or refrigerator. A humming sound so loud in room from some kind of a/c air handler that the floor vibrated because the room was directly under it! They should be ashamed to even rent that room with that constant noise. And when I asked the front desk she said they are booked up and there was nothing she could do because I booked through a third party app. I called hotel.com and they transferred me to the reservations person and they tried to call the desk and they didn’t answer so she said that she would send an email and that’s all she could do. I was very disappointed in both the hotel and in hotel.com
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Tricia, Carlisle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the Miami Beach nostalgia vibe. I didn’t like the loud banging music all night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room had 2 balconies and faced the ocean. Our room was also right on top of the Palace. Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

2/10 Terrible

Juan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

2/10 Terrible

Elyn

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
We had to cancel two days before arrival due to Covid. While the page clearly states that they offer flexible booking and cancellation during this time, that was not the case. Expedia states it is not refundable, calls and emails to the hotel go unanswered - they never answer their phone! What hotel business does that? I ended up disputing the charge with the credit card company. Beware! I've seen other reviews stating the same issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

4/10 Poor

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room seem outdated. Needs more staff. Waited an hour to be checked in.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

RENUKA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is small and nice, located in the prime location. The rooms are specious and well equipped. However, the entrance to the hotel is pretty confusing. Administration should work on that for guests to have easy checkin.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ifeanyi

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Update and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Ryan

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We had two rooms reserved for two nights. Our room (505) was in decent condition and the size of the room was really great. We had two beds and a futon. All were decent to sleep on. My older kids had the other room (305) and it was terrible. The room had not been cleaned upon arrival. There was poop on the shower and used towels hanging up. The front desk was informed and did come clean the room immediately. The futon in that room was hard as a rock. We did like that when we walked out of the hotel the beach was directly across the street. The hotel is right next to a main show so there was a lot of activity late into the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Debbie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Steve

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ok, the property is above the Palace, so there's lots of noise and partying until midnight or so. Noise didn't bother us, but if you're planning on a quiet evening, maybe not. The room was large, can easily handle 3 people in the jr. suite, large refrigerator, micro, dishwasher, etc. Ikea like furnishings and not great quality consistent with Ikea, some drawers didn't slide smoothly, etc. Drain plug missing from the bathroom sink, no major deficits. Had a deep soaking tub with shower, fwiw. Two of the front desk people were good, one clueless, consistent with most of South Beach right now - we had problems with untrained staff all over. We didn't get housekeeping and were satisfied with the number and type of accoutrements for the time frame. Overall a good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

2/10 Terrible

Ignacio

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

2/10 Terrible

Tyler

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I tried getting to the property in my car on a Friday night, and could not even get there to drop off my family and luggage. There was no parking within a mile. Expedia literally allowed us to book a hotel we could not even get to.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

twanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
AWESOME Bell Service
Henderson the bells service gentlemen was AWESOME! He came down two blocks got my luggage and took it up to my room. The elevator was done and ocean drive was packed. He made it happen with a gracious demeanor and some laughs along the way. No cash…no problem! I found Henderson the next day and gave him a time for his generosity. The hotel is next to Palace Drag Bar…the hottest thing on Oceam Drive. Needless to say it was LIVE…LOUD…no day time naps. All in all I can’t complain my stay was nice and the bell service beat the Four Seasons…OKAY!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

2/10 Terrible

Brittany Lynette

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was horrible
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Deanna

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was a great spot overall but the room was moldy!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thalia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and right in the middle of everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

2/10 Terrible

Jeong-Yeol

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021