Miami, FL (MPB-Public Seaplane Base) - 8 min drive
Miami Intl. Airport (MIA) - 18 min drive
Miami, FL (OPF-Opa Locka Executive) - 38 min drive
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. 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 just a 5-minute walk from Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue Shopping Area. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out 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 travelers.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
43 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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
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.
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
Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Parking
Onsite valet parking (USD 39.90 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast 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
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
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
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 check-out. 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 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 to 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 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 amenities like 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. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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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
6/10 Good
Jan 11, 2025
Hotel location great, Hotel rooms good clean and comfortable, but I had specifically requested a room near the elevator as I am old and not capable to walk stairs or many steps. The room which was chosen was just the opposite. It was in 4th floor and elevator goes only to 3rd. The rest was stairs! Luckily I had my family traveling with me and could switch rooms.
Ute
Ute, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 10, 2025
Can’t beat the view
The penguin staff was attentive to our every need, I stayed after surgery and was very comfortable. It would have been more convenient to have a microwave in my particular situation, but the food choices in the area were phenomenal so it didn’t matter in the end. I booked the top floor and highly recommend it!
Mary Anne
Mary Anne, 5-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2025
Great location, Great staff
Really cute hotel right on the main walkway/beach. Walkable to all sorts of restaurants and bars. The pool is at the sister property just behind this and was super easy to get to. The rooms were a little tight to open suitcases and we had to take turns but there were four of us in the room. Hotel was quiet at night.
jennifer
jennifer, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 7, 2025
Simple, great views , clean
Beautiful little hotel right on the beach. We had a great view. The room was small and simple- but immaculate. The bed and pillows were comfortable. With Icean Ave closed to traffic, getting to room for the first time and departing are a bit of a pain- you have to park with the Valet at their sister hotel, The President, and take your luggage down the alley between properties to the President to get your car. There is a Bellman. Parking was $8 more than stated in Hotels.com listing.
Shelly
Shelly, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Jan 4, 2025
Disappointed
We got in late and wanted the complementary drink. They told us we could not get it untill after 12:00 the next day. Thats funny because we stayed for one night and check out is at 11:00. The bed was lumppy and the pillows were flat bricks. Oh an I get up at 7:00 Am to go to the Lobby to get coffee and they dont serve coffee here. Turns out I have to go next door to the same place that serves the complementary breakfast and drink that doesn't open untill 8:00 am.I will say who ever did the marketing for this place gets a 5 star because the photos and the reviews were great.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 2, 2025
Bien ubicado, buen desayuno. AC muy ruidoso
El hotel está bien ubicado. Limpio y el desayuno muy bueno muy completo . Lo malo: El aire acondicionado muy ruidoso, es muy antiguo. El teléfono de la habitación no servía por lo que no podíamos comunicarnos.
Francisco
Francisco, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2024
Kimberly
Kimberly, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2024
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Dec 28, 2024
Ohoud
Ohoud, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2024
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 21, 2024
The hotel was great the only thing is I wouldn’t stay in room 116 again as it was a little noisy.
David
David, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Dec 17, 2024
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
FATIMA, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2024
Viviane
Viviane, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Dec 13, 2024
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.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Dec 13, 2024
The breakfast was cold and the plates were dirty
FREDERICK
FREDERICK, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 12, 2024
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
Emma, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Dec 10, 2024
Overall a nice hotel
Room was nice but there was very little water pressure in the shower.
Raymond
Raymond, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 6, 2024
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
PATRICIA, 4-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 29, 2024
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
claudio, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 24, 2024
Josemiguel
Josemiguel, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 21, 2024
Latoya
Latoya, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2024
Alvaro Ricardo
Alvaro Ricardo, 11-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Nov 19, 2024
Stacey
Stacey, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 13, 2024
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.