South Beach Hotel

Miami Beach 25.79636500, -80.12970700 , 236 21st Street (Show on Map)
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Summary of reviewsSouth Beach Hotel consistently garners praise for its enviable location just minutes from the beach, offering guests easy access to sandy shores and a serene environment. The convenience of nearby shops enhances the appeal for those seeking leisure and local experiences, while the rooftop pool and terrace offer stunning views, providing a perfect spot to unwind. The hotel also offers amenities like free sunbeds on the beach and friendly staff who ensure a safe and welcoming stay, making it a prime destination for beachgoers.

Breakfast at the hotel is served in a small café and is generally satisfying, although some guests find the service limiting for larger parties and early departures. The lack of a buffet and selective menu options may not cater to all tastes, but guests appreciate the convenience of this offering as part of their stay.

Guest experiences with the rooms are mixed, with praise for cleanliness but criticism for outdated decor and poorly executed renovations. The hotel's aesthetic often contrasts with promotional images, leading to unmet expectations. Some guests have expressed concerns about maintenance issues and noise insulation, but the staff is noted for their responsiveness in addressing room concerns.

Despite these challenges, the hotel's staff receives high praise for their friendliness and attentiveness, with specific mentions of exceptional customer service from team members like Tony, Bryan, and Victor. The consistent warmth and helpfulness of the staff contribute significantly to a welcoming atmosphere.

The rooftop pool stands out as a highlight of the hotel, impressing guests with its scenic views and appealing atmosphere. The pool area, complemented by a nearby bar and restaurant, enhances the overall stay, offering a delightful setting to relax.

While experiences with the beds vary, with some guests finding them comfortable and others encountering issues like saggy mattresses, the overall feedback suggests room for improvement in consistency.

Overall, South Beach Hotel excels in providing a welcoming, well-located environment with a few areas needing attention to align fully with guest expectations.
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Boutique-style Hotel
Offers Art Deco charm and unique amenities with personalized service, providing an authentic boutique experience just one block from the beach.

Cheap Hotel
This hotel offers a budget-friendly stay in the South Beach area. It is a straightforward option for travelers looking for affordable accommodations in a prime location.

Hotel with EV Charging Stations
This hotel is recognized as offering EV charging facilities for guests, providing a convenient option for electric vehicle owners during their stay.

Hotel near Golf Courses

Hotel near The Beach

Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Hotel for Honeymoon

Romantic Hotel

Hotel near Nightlife Spots

Hotel with Swimming Pool

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Hotel with Gym

4-Star Hotel

Hotel with Outdoor Pool

Hotel with Panoramic View Pool

Room Types
Standard King Room This room includes a 37-inch flat-screen satellite TV and a work desk. A telephone and ironing facilities are included.

Standard Double Queen Room This room includes a 37-inch flat-screen satellite TV and a work desk. A telephone and ironing facilities are included. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 4 guests. (See Hotel Policies)

Junior Suite Park View King This suite includes a 37-inch flat-screen satellite TV, a seating area, and a work desk. A telephone and ironing facilities are included. A sofa bed is provided as well.

Junior Suite Double Queen This suite includes a 37-inch flat-screen satellite TV, a seating area, and a work desk. A telephone and ironing facilities are included. A sofa bed is provided as well.

Deluxe Park View King Room Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Deluxe Park View Double Room Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe as well as garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Accessible Standard King The spacious double room features air conditioning, a minibar, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides a coffee machine, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.

Accessible Standard Double Queen Room The spacious double room features air conditioning, a minibar, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room offers a coffee machine, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 2 beds.

Deluxe Park View Double Queen The unit offers 2 beds.

Guest Reviews
5.9
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Location
South Beach Hotel boasts an enviable location that consistently earns praise from its guests. Positioned just a few minutes from the beach, the hotel offers easy access to sandy shores and a serene environment. Many visitors appreciate the convenience of nearby shops, enhancing the hotel's appeal for those seeking a blend of leisure and local experiences. The rooftop pool and terrace provide stunning views, offering guests a delightful spot to unwind while enjoying the picturesque surroundings. Although several guests highlight the affordability of the hotel as a positive feature, the consensus remains that the location is its standout attribute. With amenities such as free sunbeds on the beach and friendly staff ensuring a safe and welcoming stay, South Beach Hotel excels in providing a prime setting for beachgoers and vacationers alike.

Breakfast
South Beach Hotel offers breakfast in a small adjoining café, providing a simple and cozy environment for guests to start their day. Many find the breakfast to be satisfying and a convenient feature of the stay, enhancing the overall hotel experience. However, there are limitations to note. The breakfast service caters primarily to two people per room, which can be inconvenient for larger parties, occasionally requiring additional costs for those beyond the allowance. The breakfast menu is not buffet style, presenting a modest selection of dishes that may not cater to all dietary preferences or expectations. Notably, early departures may face timing conflicts as services start at 8 am, making it challenging to enjoy breakfast before heading out. Additionally, some people find the offerings to be at odds with promotional descriptions, so clarifying details in advance is recommended.

Rooms
South Beach Hotel offers a mixed experience for guests, particularly when it comes to the rooms. While some guests found the rooms to be clean, there are frequent mentions of outdated decor and poorly executed renovations, leading to a loss of charm and comfort. The overall appearance of the hotel contrasts sharply with the promotional images guests found online, leading to unmet expectations. Several visitors noted maintenance issues and uncomfortable furnishings, with particular attention to worn-out mattresses and damaged carpets. Noise insulation is a common concern, impacting the tranquility of the stay. The rooms are described as small and lacking the inviting atmosphere expected. Despite these challenges, the hotel staff appears responsive, as evidenced by some guests experiencing room changes during their stay. However, surprises regarding reservation details, such as breakfast inclusions, have left some guests dissatisfied. Overall, while the hotel maintains cleanliness, guests looking for modernized accommodations and alignment with advertised visuals might find South Beach Hotel lacking.

Beds
At South Beach Hotel, guests have had varied experiences with the beds. On one hand, several visitors found the beds to be very comfortable, citing a good night's sleep and appreciating the spaciousness. The mattresses in some rooms are described as supportive and accommodating. However, there have been issues with the quality of some beds. Guests have reported encountering saggy mattresses with noticeable discomfort due to springs. Size has also been a matter of concern for taller guests, finding the beds too small for two people. Additionally, some unfortunate incidents have involved bed bugs, leading to experiences with bites and odors. While the hotel seems to offer a mix of bed experiences, attention to improving consistency could enhance guest satisfaction.

Cleanliness
A visit to South Beach Hotel reveals a mix of feedback centered around its cleanliness, giving travelers a varied picture of their stay. Despite the property's old charm and dated furniture, which some guests noted with remarks on stains and mildew, others appreciated certain aspects such as the cleanliness in all the facilities. While the building itself shows signs of age, impacting insulation and contributing to an unpleasant mold smell at the entrance, guests did find the property clean overall, and a few highlighted the niceness of the staff, contributing to a positive aspect of their stay.

However, recurring issues such as stained carpets, dirty windows, and unsanitary conditions, including stinky air conditioning and dirty towels, were consistent among the reviews. Some guests even felt compelled to handle their own cleanliness tasks, with one guest cleaning the toilet personally on their arrival. Though the hotel strikes a balance between cleanliness in certain areas and its basic dated appearance, prospective guests should be prepared for an experience where both positive and negative cleanliness aspects may play a role in their stay.

Staff
South Beach Hotel boasts a commendable team that is frequently praised for their friendliness and attentiveness. Visitors have highlighted the reception staff as particularly nice, with instances of exceptional customer service that often go above and beyond expectations. Many guests found the personnel to be accommodating, pleasant, and consistently smiling, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere throughout their stay.

Specific mentions of staff members include Tony and Bryan, who have been recognized for their helpfulness. Victor is also noted for his kindness and contribution to guest satisfaction. In the breakfast restaurant, the waiting staff tends to maintain a friendly demeanor, enhancing the dining experience.

While the overall feedback reflects a positive view of the hotel's staff, there are occasional remarks about certain team members who demonstrated disinterest or unhelpfulness. Despite these isolated incidents, the general consensus among guests revolves around well-executed public relations, with most staff members being attentive and eager to assist, making South Beach Hotel a recommended option for travelers focusing on hospitality.

Pool
The South Beach Hotel boasts a rooftop pool that consistently impresses guests with its scenic views and appealing ambiance. Described as gorgeous and fantastic, the pool area is a highlight for many who visit. Situated on the rooftop, it offers a good space to relax, complemented by a bar and restaurant nearby that enhances the experience. While the pool itself receives high praise for its quality and design, it is also noted as a convenient feature given the lack of similar amenities elsewhere in the hotel. Overall, the pool is a standout feature that enhances the overall stay at the South Beach Hotel, providing guests with a delightful setting to unwind.


Yes, South Beach Hotel has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Panoramic View Pool, Outdoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at South Beach Hotel.

No, South Beach Hotel doesn't allow dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at South Beach Hotel.

Yes, South Beach Hotel has a gym.

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