$86 Avg/night
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Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa

3 stars
8701 Collins Avenue, Miami, FL 33154
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
2.9
out of 5
123 reviews
Perfect!

Love this hotel. SUPER super clean. Staffs are very helpful & friendly. Highly recommend. See full review

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  • Mar 3, 2013
family vacation

it was 100% perfect over all. the onli thing that i was told evry thing eas included in the... See full review

  • MECHANIC
  • Jan 27, 2013
Americana style at budget Miami North Beach hotel right on the water
Get a direct oceanfront room in exciting Miami at the Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa on Collins Avenue. This hotel is just 20 minutes north of South Beach. View aquamarine waters from 10-stories up at this large tower property that sits up against the famous beach. A full-service spa, fitness center, restaurant and shuttle to various hot spots make this an all-round convenient Miami hotel. Free high-speed wireless Internet access available through the Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa.

Highlights
  • Free high-speed wireless Internet access available through the hotel
  • Fitness center
  • 1950s Americana diner serves breakfast (free), lunch and dinner
  • Shuttle to South Beach
  • Sip drinks and sunbathe at private oceanfront pool
Rooms

The Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa is a 225-room property. Each interior is equipped with satellite TV, safe, hairdryer and coffee maker. Guests of the Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa enjoy the free high-speed wireless Internet access provided in all rooms. Junior suites also are available.

Features

An array of free guest perks at the Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa include the use of a complete cardio and weight fitness center and the use of beach and pool chairs. Active guests also walk and jog the shoreline park adjacent to the hotel. After working up a sweat, cool off in the oceanfront swimming pool that offers a private setting far removed from Collins Avenue. Order lunch on the deck and take in the sea air. The Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa offers 24-hour security, a coin-operated laundromat and on-site parking (fees apply).

Dining

Classic Americana retro neon, a stainless bar and a hot rod car adorn the restaurant at the Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa. Continental breakfast is complimentary for guests. The 1950s style lounge at the Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa offers poolside service.

Recreation

The Nirvana Spa at the Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa allows guests to retreat into a Turkish bath-inspired setting for an indulgent morning or afternoon. Facilities include a steam room, sauna, salon and massage treatment rooms.

Transportation
  • Miami International Airport (14.9 mi/24 km)
  • Port of Miami (11.9 mi/19.1 km)
  • Shuttles to South Beach and Aventura Mall
Attractions
  • North Shore Open Space Park (adjacent)
  • Bal Harbour (1 mi/1.6 km)
  • Miami Beach Convention Center (6.3 mi/10.1 km)
  • South Beach (7 mi/11.3 km)
  • Aventura Mall (7.1 mi/11.4 km)
  • Gulf Stream Park Race Track (9.2 mi/14.8 km)
  • American Airlines Arena (11.5 mi/18.5 km)
  • Sun Life Stadium (13.2 mi/21.2 km)
Business
  • Meeting space accommodates up to 200 people
  • Copy and Fax services
  • Free high-speed wireless Internet access available through the hotel
  • Complimentary weekday newspapers
Policies and fees
Parking fee is $12.

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa Rooms

Standard Partial Oceanview
Standard Partial Oceanview with two double beds includes all the standard amenities.
Superior Partial Oceanview
Superior Partial Oceanview with two double beds includes all the standard amenities.
Junior Suite
Junior Suite with two double beds includes all the standard amenities.
Deluxe Oceanfront
Deluxe Oceanfront with two double beds includes all the standard amenities.
Standard Bayview
Standard Bayview with two double beds includes all the standard amenities.

Amenities

  • FREE continental breakfast
  • FREE internet
  • Indoor pool
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
No smoking rooms/facilities
Concierge
Elevators
Activities
Indoor pool
Fitness center or spa
Health club
Spa services
Dining
FREE continental breakfast
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Room service
Services
Business center
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Conference facilities
Internet
FREE internet
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities
Accessible facilities
Wheel chair access
Accessible parking

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Reviewer score 3.3 out of 5

Hotel Map

25.8721 -80.1214
Area served
Escape into paradise on your Miami getaway at Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach and Spa hotel.

Nearby points of interest

  • Biscayne Point: 0.5 mi
  • North Shores: 0.8 mi
  • Bay Harbour Islands: 1.2 mi
  • Normandy Shores: 1.4 mi
  • Normandy Isles: 1.5 mi
  • La Gorce Country Club: 2.5 mi
  • Emerald Lake: 3.2 mi
  • Oceanfront: 4 mi
  • Maule Lake: 4.7 mi
  • Bayshore Golf Club: 4.9 mi
  • Morningside Park: 4.9 mi
  • Bettcher Gallery: 5 mi
  • Dumfounding Bay: 5.3 mi
  • Lincoln Road Mall: 5.7 mi
  • Espanola Way: 5.9 mi
  • Biscayne Point: 0.5 mi
  • North Shores: 0.8 mi
  • Bay Harbour Islands: 1.2 mi
  • Normandy Shores: 1.4 mi
  • Normandy Isles: 1.5 mi
  • La Gorce Country Club: 2.5 mi
  • Emerald Lake: 3.2 mi
  • Oceanfront: 4 mi
  • Maule Lake: 4.7 mi
  • Bayshore Golf Club: 4.9 mi
  • Morningside Park: 4.9 mi
  • Bettcher Gallery: 5 mi
  • Dumfounding Bay: 5.3 mi
  • Lincoln Road Mall: 5.7 mi
  • Espanola Way: 5.9 mi
  • Art Deco District: 6 mi
  • Albertini Arts Gallery: 6.5 mi
  • Jungle Island: 6.8 mi
  • Palm Island: 6.9 mi
  • Pulse Miami: 7 mi
  • Trinity Episcopal Cathedral: 7 mi
  • Miami Children's Museum: 7 mi
  • Tina Hills Pavillion: 7.4 mi
  • Port of Miami: 7.4 mi
  • Dodge Island: 7.5 mi
  • Miami Chinatown: 7.5 mi
  • American Airlines Arena: 7.5 mi
  • Freedom Tower: 7.7 mi
  • Bayside Marketplace: 7.7 mi
  • Joseph Caleb Auditorium: 7.7 mi
  • Fisher Island: 7.8 mi
  • Ice Palace Film Studios: 8.1 mi
  • Miami Dade Public Library: 8.2 mi
  • Lummus Park: 8.3 mi
  • East Little Havana: 8.9 mi
  • Sun Life Stadium: 9.4 mi
  • Miami Seaquarium: 9.9 mi
  • Latin American Art Museum: 10.1 mi
  • Vizcaya Museum and Gardens: 10.4 mi
  • Northeast Coconut Grove: 11.8 mi
  • Metro Dade Cultural Center: 11.9 mi
  • Granada: 12.4 mi
  • CocoWalk: 12.4 mi
  • Barnacle State Historic Site: 12.6 mi
  • Miami Lakes Country Club: 12.8 mi

Dining

American Classic
Dining American Classic Restaurant and Bar On Property. Open Breakfast, Lunch And Dinner. Outdoor Pool Bar

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
0400
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (123)

Ratings and reviews for Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa

Overall score

2.9 / 5
123 out of 123
Amenities:
2.9
Room cleanliness:
3.5
Hotel staff:
3.1
Room comfort:
3.1
Location:
3.5
Value:
3.1

58% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa

Reviewer score

4
RiaSoLovely
Jax, FL
Aug 12, 2012

Great room

I enjoyed every bit of my stay. No complaints. great service and friendly staff.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa

Reviewer score

5
ELIZABETH
Not Provided
Jun 12, 2009

will return excellent

will return excellent

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa

Reviewer score

3
Miami Bound Mom
Washington, DC
May 6, 2009

So-So

Location was good-part way between South Beach and the wonderful mall! In residential area! We learned the public bus system as we took it several times. The shuttle driver to/from the mall left EARLY (6:15 instead of 6:30), next shuttle not until 9:00pm. Again, we took public transportation in the pouring rain! Regarding the room, it was okay, bed uncomfortable and bathroom extremely outdated and tiny! Overall, it was okay for a girlfriend getaway.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
1
Location:
3
Value:
3
Shopping tip: Short drive from hotel

Please visit Aventura Mall! It is rather high-end but we found some great deals! It's worth a trip there! P.S., the city bus drops you off directly in front of the mall!

Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa

Reviewer score

4
Spring Break Daddy D
Metairie. LA
Apr 22, 2009

Very satisfied

Location was ideal from going to Marlins baseball game, hanging out on South Beach and enjoying Ocean Drive, Shopping on Lincoln Rd., and Aventura Mall as well as going on Airboat Ride in Everglades.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Breakfast was good but the food at Hotels on Ocean Drive is a must for lunch or dinner, reasonalble prices, large portions and great tasting.

Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa

Reviewer score

1
Jenne
Mpls
Apr 22, 2009

Not a good value

The room was run down and the air conditioner cycled on and off every 15-30 seconds and couldn't be turned off. The room was very spacious but had paper thin walls.The pool area was very run down. Not the good value I thought it would be. The pictures made it look 10 times better than it was. I read the previous reviews and thought they were generous.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
2
Value:
1
Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Lommel
Dec 6, 2008

nearby busstation

The hotel is very close to the busstop going to downtown, wallmart, aventura mall,south beach. The beach is 25 meters from the pool and excellent. The hotel we gave a 4 star rating.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Jackson
Sep 27, 2008

Nice getaway

Nice place to get away from it all. We go to just be on the beach and relax. Right on the bus route, and a free shuttle to and from South Beach and the Mall.(shuttle driver did not communicate with the passangers about stops and a long wait.) The park right next to the property is nice for walking. For the money and to be right on the beach is great. Bathrooms are small, room this time was large, but not much furniture in it. This room had a deck, that was never swept off and had lots of tree litter.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
USA
Aug 25, 2008

great family oriented atmosphere

The Howard Johnson was a great place for my family and I to stay at while vacationing at miami beach florida. The room was very clean and the staff was extreemly friendly and considerate. We enjoyed the pool and love the fact that the beach was right at our doorsteps. The location was very good, we were able to take the bus to the mall from the front of the hotel. I would definitely stay here again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Business
USA
Jun 30, 2008

My review of Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa

the only real annoying problem was the bedding--it would not stay on the mattress---otherwise for the MONEY it was great!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Shopping tip: Short drive from hotel

the neatness thing was walking a short distance through a park that landed you right on the beach.

Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa

Reviewer score

3
Mirenda
New York, NY
Apr 22, 2008

It's okay

It's an okay place, but next time I will be staying closer to south beach.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
2
Value:
3
Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Indianapolis, IN
Mar 31, 2008

a nice beachfront hotel

thi was our first stay in miami. The hotel was a little older but,it was kept up very nicely.The view of the beach from our room was great!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Not Applicable

beach activites was a short walk from hotel

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