The Penguin Hotel

3.5 star property
Ocean-view hotel with bar/lounge, near Collins Avenue Shopping Area
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February 2025
March 2025

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Ocean Front 1 King Bed, Private Terrace  | Beach/ocean view
Pool
Front of property
Ocean Front 1 King Bed, Private Terrace
Lunch, dinner, brunch served; beach views

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$257
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb

Explore the area

Map
1418 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL, 33139
  • Art Deco Historic District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Ocean Drive
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Miami Beach Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Miami, FL (MIA-Miami Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

Ocean Corner Suite 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

Ocean Corner Suite 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 51 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Ocean Front Room 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Ocean Front 1 King Bed, Private Terrace

Highlights

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

Ocean Corner Room 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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About the area

Miami Beach

At The Penguin Hotel you'll be within steps of popular attractions like Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue Shopping Area. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, La Cerveceria De Barro, is open for brunch, lunch and dinner. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site pool loungers. Plus you'll find concierge services, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Attractions within a short walk of this South Beach hotel include Art Deco Historic District and Miami Beach Beaches.

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

  • Adrienne Arsht Center Metromover Station - 8 min drive
  • Miami Airport Station - 14 min drive
  • Miami International 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

Sea view hotel with bar/lounge, near Collins Avenue Shopping Area
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily.

A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Penguin Hotel. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. Parking is available for a fee.

This Art Deco Miami Beach hotel is smoke free.

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

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 39.90 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • La Cerveceria De Barro

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

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
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch plasma TV with cable channels

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 20.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 33.06 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 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

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

  • 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 20.0 per day
  • Service fee: USD 65 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 and window guards
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. 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 guest room 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 all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Penguin Hotel?

The Penguin Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 3 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Penguin Hotel on 4 Feb 2025 start from AU$203.38, including 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.

Is parking available at The Penguin Hotel?

Yep, The Penguin Hotel has valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 39.90 per day.

Are there any beaches close to The Penguin Hotel?

Yep, The Penguin Hotel is on Miami Beach Beaches, which hotel guests give top marks. Fun beach activities include scuba diving.

Does The Penguin Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, travelers highly rate the free buffet breakfast here! Available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Penguin Hotel?

No, The Penguin Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Penguin Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves brunch, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Penguin Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Penguin Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Penguin Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 484 out of 1042 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1042 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 1042 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1042 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 1042 reviews" "

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

2/10 Terrible

Shivender

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Alfonso

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has a great location to enjoy south beach.. great deal about price and location..
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Peter

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location...no oceanview was a bummer..but thats true for most properties...resort fees not worth it...mandadory fees...bartender took back our welcome drinks cause $3 dollars was not enough of a tip..Really!!!!

10/10 Excellent

Sanja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the friendly staff and incredible south beach neighborhood! Floor was fairly sandy below/around the beds, but hey the beach is RIGHT THERE :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kynda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure the host and front desk is always super great as well the staff. Twice a year we always come over
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

mason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful
Staff was wonderful. Facilities were spotless. Would stay here anytime. Wonderful location across from the beach,shops and restaurants l.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

April

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love it
The room was clean. The view was great. The staff was nice. You can use the rooftop pool on the sister property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lissette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a pleasant experience
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Joshua, ABQ

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Pierre

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
A very clean hotel, nice rooms, very friendly staff, and one minute walk to the beach. A great value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emilio

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. The staff at the hotel were helpful and welcoming. Nice and clean accommodation.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nothing to rave about
The breakfast that they make you pay for was revolting. Went two times to the restaurant next-door that they make you pay for fees for breakfast and you cannot refuse their nightly fees, but one breakfast everything was cold that was supposed to be hot like the eggs and the next day one of our plates look like it was from the day before and the eggs reeked, and the potatoes were so shriveled it was not edible. The eggs that I ordered were supposed to be scrambled, but they were completely uncooked and runny so both plates were ruined. The hotel would be great if you didn’t have to pay $30 a night for the supposed breakfast they do give you two free drinks, but since we don’t drink alcohol we never use them. If that nightly fee was not mandatory, I would recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here and would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Joshua

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cashmone

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024