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The Penguin Hotel

Property class: 3.5
Beachfront hotel with outdoor pool, near Ocean Drive

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When you stay at The Penguin Hotel, you'll be in a fantastic location, only a five-minute walk from Ocean Drive and Miami Beach Boardwalk. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this Art Deco hotel include a terrace and a garden. The helpful staff and beach location get great marks from fellow travellers.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Beach towels
  • Valet parking
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
The current price is R1 033
R1 805 total
includes taxes & fees
01 Sept - 02 Sept

Room options

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View all photos for Ocean Corner Suite 2 Queen Beds

A modern hotel room with a large mirror, a flat-screen TV, a wooden desk with toiletries, two beds, and a view of palm trees.

Ocean Corner Suite 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Ocean Front Room 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a TV, a nightstand, and a window with a view of palm trees.

Ocean Front Room 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Ocean Corner Suite 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of palm trees.

Ocean Corner Suite 2 Queen Beds

8,8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with a bed, white pillows, a magazine on the bed, a lamp, and a wall with a large yellow flower painting.

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

8,2 out of 10
Very good
(69 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wall mural of a beach, and a modern chandelier.

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

8,0 out of 10
Very good
(149 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Ocean Corner Suite 1 King Bed

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a round ottoman, a desk, and a TV.

Ocean Corner Suite 1 King Bed

8,0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Ocean Front 1 King Bed, Private Terrace

A wooden deck with lounge chairs and a covered seating area, overlooking a coastal landscape.

Ocean Front 1 King Bed, Private Terrace

9,0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Ocean Corner Room 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, and a view of palm trees.

Ocean Corner Room 1 King Bed

8,6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chandelier, and a wall mural of a flower and butterfly.

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Traditional Room

A bed with white linens and a blue pillow, flanked by two bedside lamps, set against a backdrop of a clear blue sea and palm trees.

Traditional Room

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Ocean Front Room 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a glass wall with a TV, and a window with a view of palm trees.

Ocean Front Room 1 King Bed

7,2 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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includes taxes & fees
01 Sept - 02 Sept
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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 - 0.0 km
  • Ocean Drive - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Miami Beach Boardwalk - 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

Getting around

  • Miami, FL (MPB-Public Seaplane Base) - 20 min drive
  • Miami Intl. Airport (MIA) - 33 min drive
  • Miami, FL (OPF-Opa Locka Executive) - 49 min drive
  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) - 58 min drive
  • Hialeah Market Station - 16 min drive
  • Miami Golden Glades Station - 22 min drive
  • Miami Opa-locka Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Finnegan's Way - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cortadito Coffee House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lost Weekend - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Havana 1957 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Penguin Hotel

  • When you stay at The Penguin Hotel, you'll be in a fantastic location, only a five-minute walk from Ocean Drive and Miami Beach Boardwalk. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this Art Deco hotel include a terrace and a garden. The helpful staff and beach location get great marks from fellow travellers.

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 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 car park 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
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • On-site valet parking (USD 37.45 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Bicycle 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
  • An outdoor pool
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch plasma TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • In-room safe

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 check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 38.76 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Beach towels
    • Housekeeping
    • In-room bottled water
    • In-room safe
    • Partner property access
    • Partner property pool access
    • Phone calls (may be limited)
The listed resort fee is collected at the property upon check-in.

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10.24 for adults and USD 10.24 for children
  • 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)

Renovations and closures

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

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 37.45 per day with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Penguin Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

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 37.45 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 onsite 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 like cycling and scuba diving. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near The Penguin Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Penguin Hotel like?

The Penguin Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Ocean Drive and 2 minutes' walk from Collins Avenue Shopping Area. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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