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The Penguin Hotel

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

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed
Lobby sitting area
Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026

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1418 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL, 33139
  • Place, Ocean Drive
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Art Deco Historic District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Collins Avenue Shopping Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Airport, Miami, FL (MIA-Miami Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Ocean Corner Suite 2 Queen Beds

Ocean Corner Suite 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

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

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(55 reviews)

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

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(122 reviews)

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

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Ocean Corner Suite 1 King Bed | Living area

Ocean Corner Suite 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

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

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Ocean Front 1 King Bed, Private Terrace

Ocean Front 1 King Bed, Private Terrace

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

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

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Ocean Corner Room 1 King Bed

Ocean Corner Room 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

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

Ocean Front Terrace King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Ocean Corner King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Ocean Corner King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Ocean Front King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Ocean Front Room 1 King Bed

Ocean Front Room 1 King Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)

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

Queen Room With Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

Ocean Corner Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Traditional Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Bathroom

Traditional King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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 a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Attractions within a short walk of this South Beach hotel include Art Deco Historic District and within a 20-minute walk you'll find Miami Beach Convention Center.

What's nearby

  • Ocean Drive - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Art Deco Historic District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Miami Beach Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Collins Avenue Shopping Area - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Espanola Way and Washington Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Eleventh Street Metromover Station - 8 min drive
  • Miami Airport Station - 14 min drive
  • Miami International Airport (MIA) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Finnegan's Way - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Sandwicherie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Il Bolognese on Ocean Drive - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Havana 1957 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Penguin Hotel

Seafront with outdoor pool, near Collins Avenue Shopping Area
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at The Penguin Hotel. For a fee, parking is available. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This Art Deco Miami Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1948
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • 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.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 10.24 for adults and USD 10.24 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • 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

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1948
  • Smoke-free property

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
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

Renovations and closures

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

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 25 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 38.76 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach towels
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room safe
  • Partner property access
  • Partner property pool access
  • Phone calls

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

The listed resort fee is 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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 10.24 for adults and from USD 10.24 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 37.45 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 25 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, a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 27 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Penguin Hotel on 5 Jan 2026 start from NZ$185.57, 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 37.45 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 have a pool?

The Penguin Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Is The Penguin Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an outdoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Penguin Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Penguin Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, travelers highly rate the full 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.

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

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 774 out of 1577 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 426 out of 1577 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 211 out of 1577 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 1577 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 1577 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Juan, Lancaster

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean nice. view of the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

mitzi, Mukilteo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location. Just too noisy if looking for a good night sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Japneet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool place in south beach
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paolo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff was not helpful , the stay was nice tho .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dima

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay. The staff was so welxoming and kind to us and our children. The ocean facing room was great. The housekeeping staff was very accommodating. We had breakfast included which was a buffet. Pretty convenient. Definitely recommend. Ruby carmen and all the staff were so sweet.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean! staff was kind and helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Close to the beach, restaurants and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An experienced I would loved to try again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the location quite yet very close to night life and dinning
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very nice n staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

raydel

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johan, Grassy Lake

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pres

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location by the beach,& super clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

FELIX

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mi estancia

El personal es muy amable. El hotel tiene muy buena ubicación
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tapas, Centerton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
There are no facility of swimming pool though they said they have one .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jessica

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Rachel

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Had to have them change our sheets first day. Sheets were dirty and there was hair in them
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine A

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celerina, Albuquerque

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great price and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025