Penguin Hotel, Miami Beach

Penguin Hotel - A historic Art Deco boutique hotel with ocean views and walking access to South Beach attractions

Penguin Hotel, a 3-star boutique property on Ocean Drive, showcases Art Deco design by Henry Hohauser since 1948. Its bright rooms feature panoramic ocean or Ocean Drive views, king beds, flat-screen TVs, mini-refrigerators, and private bathrooms. The Purple Penguin Cafe serves as the hotel’s common space, offering a full bar, outdoor terrace, and sidewalk seating. Located in the SoBe Historic District, the hotel provides walking access to Lummus Park, Lincoln Road Mall, and the Miami Beach Convention Center. The Front Porch Cafe at Penguin Hotel offers all-day breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests have access to a secluded garden and wading pool at the adjacent President Hotel. The 24-hour reception includes free luggage storage.

Pros

The oceanfront location offers direct views and proximity to South Beach landmarks.

Rooms include flat-screen TVs, mini-refrigerators, and individually controlled air conditioning.

The Purple Penguin Cafe features a full bar and outdoor seating facing the ocean.

Walking distance to Lincoln Road Mall and the Miami Beach Convention Center.

Free cooked-to-order breakfast is provided for guests.

Cons

Valet parking is available for a fee, but self-parking is not offered.

The hotel does not have an on-site fitness center or spa.