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Hotel Breakwater South Beach

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront hotel near Miami Beach Beaches

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Penthouse Ocean | Terrace/patio
Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Ocean View | View from room
Property entrance
Nightclub
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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940 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL, 33139
  • Place, Miami Beach Boardwalk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Drive
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Collins Avenue Shopping Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Airport, Miami, FL (MIA-Miami Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room

Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room

  • 380 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Ocean View

Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed (ADA)

Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed (ADA)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Junior Suite with Balcony | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Junior Suite with Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite ADA

Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite ADA

  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Penthouse Ocean | Terrace/patio

Penthouse Ocean

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Penthouse Sunrise | Private pool

Penthouse Sunrise

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Miami Beach

On the beach.A stay at this South Beach hotel places you steps from Art Deco Historic District and a 5-minute walk from Ocean Drive. Collins Avenue Shopping Area and Miami Beach Beaches are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Miami Beach Boardwalk - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Miami Beach Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Art Deco Historic District - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Ocean Drive - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Collins Avenue Shopping Area - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Adrienne Arsht Center Metromover Station - 8 min drive
  • Hialeah Market Station - 16 min drive
  • Miami Intl. Airport (MIA) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Palace Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mango's Tropical Cafe South Beach - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Havana 1957 Cuban Cuisine - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Icon on Ocean - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Essex House Hotel & Lounge - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Breakwater South Beach

3.5-star beachfront hotel near Miami Beach Beaches
Hotel Breakwater South Beach offers its guests an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Breakwater South Beach. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Miami Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 99 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1939
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Hotel Breakwater South Beach offers 99 accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Miami Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local, long-distance, and international calls are all complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 47 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Books
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

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
  • Elevator
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 39.90 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Pool access

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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 47.00 per night (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)

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
This property accepts only chip-and-PIN credit cards for onsite payments
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
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, 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. This hotel accepts only chip-and-PIN credit cards for onsite payments. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.


We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Breakwater South Beach to the airport?

Hotel Breakwater South Beach is 4.1 mi (16-min drive) away from the Miami, FL (MPB-Public Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Breakwater South Beach?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Breakwater South Beach on Jul 1, 2026 start from $129, 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.

Does Hotel Breakwater South Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Breakwater South Beach.

How close is Hotel Breakwater South Beach to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Breakwater South Beach offer free breakfast?

Hotel Breakwater South Beach does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Breakwater South Beach?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Magic City Casino (15-min drive) and Hialeah Park Race Track (19-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Breakwater South Beach?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Hotel Breakwater South Beach?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 47.00 per night.

Does Hotel Breakwater South Beach have a pool?

Hotel Breakwater South Beach features an outdoor pool.

Does Hotel Breakwater South Beach have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like Cuban cuisine, a beachfront location, and al fresco dining.

Does Hotel Breakwater South Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Breakwater South Beach to downtown Miami Beach?

Hotel Breakwater South Beach is 0.7 mi away from Miami Beach.

Hotel Breakwater South Beach Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 567 out of 1301 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 265 out of 1301 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 196 out of 1301 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 116 out of 1301 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 157 out of 1301 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matilde

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

mirel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
great location easy check in friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff, excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was small but nice and located perfectly- plenty of things to do. I would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very fair rate ,
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel the location is awesome and the live band and bar was the best!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Austin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Christopher

Great, active location. Cool Art Deco Hotel. Staff was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

NIKOLAY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and big room, well equipped, friendly staff, perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Kirk

Everything was horrible except the location of the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean very nice rooms and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

DENISE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and the staff was wonderful. I would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Front desk receptionist was very helpful and accommodating. Enjoyed the area as well. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean but next to a noisy hallway. Friendly and courteous staff. Great location in South Beach
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jeffey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved our Stay - if we're back in Miami This will be our first choice for a hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is nice and very convenient for many shop, restaurants, clubs etc in the area including the beach
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and staff they deserve more stars
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice older hotel with good clean vibe
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Apryl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, except the pool looked gross. Luckily you’re right across the street from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and value
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025