$170 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 27, 2013 Check-out: May 30, 2013

The Beacon Hotel

4 stars
720 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.9
out of 5
115 reviews
Great South Beach Vacation

Great getaway for 2 young girlfriends despite approaching tropical storm. Hotel was in a great... See full review

  • Maggie and Anne
  • Aug 27, 2012
Great Staff!

Great staff. Everyone was very helpful, professional & courteous. They really wanted to make sure... See full review

  • Depps
  • Mar 21, 2013
Boutique beauty on legendary Ocean Drive near nightlife, shopping

This 75-room hotel is located on neon-lit Ocean Drive. It entices guests with a true South Beach experience. The boutique hotel boasts lovely Art Deco touches such as inlaid tile floors and etched glass.  The hotel is oceanfront and packs value into the price. Guests receive free Wi-Fi, beach towels and chairs to use during their stay, free coffee Seattle's Best coffee in the mornings and a free continental breakfast at Johnny Rockets next door.

Highlights
  • Boutique Art Deco hotel on legendary Ocean Drive, the center of South Beach nightlife
  • Walk to Collins and Washington avenues and Lincoln Road
  • Sidewalk dining at The Place Restaurant, plus continental breakfast at Johnny Rockets next door
  • Free Wi-Fi, in-room beach towels, beach chairs and Seattle's Best coffee  
Rooms

The lobby is a show of neon light, geometric upholstery and a stunning mezzanine. The 73 rooms and two VIP suites, however, are more subtle in style. Some rooms benefit from beach views and all are decorated in a tasteful palette of beige and white. Marble floors keep feet cool after a long day at the beach.

 

Guests rest on 320-thread count Italian linens and Serta Perfect Sleeper Beds. In every room, free Wi-Fi, LCD flatscreens and IP phones are standard. Room service is also available.

Features

As a nightlife destination, South Beach is an undisputed capital. But there's people watching to be done from this hotel, too. Request a sidewalk table at The Place for some of the best entertainment on Ocean Drive, live music and fresh mojitos from The Bar.

 

Prime oceanfront space isn't the only draw. Travelers on the budget will be grateful for the free continental breakfast at Johnny Rockets next door (9 a.m. to 11 a.m.), free Seattle's Best coffee (7 a.m. to 11 a.m.) and free beach towels and chairs to use during their stay.

Transportation
  • Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (27 miles)
  • Miami International Airport (10 miles)
  • Miami Beach Convention Center (1 mile)
Attractions
  • Ocean Drive
  • Mansion
  • Nikki Beach
  • Lummus Park
  • Star Island
  • Port of Miami
  • Collins Avenue
  • Lincoln Road
  • Jackie Gleason Theater
  • Gianni Versace's Casa Casuarina
Business
  • 24-hour business center with desktop computers
  • Free Wi-Fi throughout the property

The Beacon Hotel Rooms

Deluxe Double Room
Presents views of the city and a vibrant nightlife, two top of the line perfect sleeper full size beds by Serta, Mascioni luxury Italian linen, resort spa amenities by Aveeda, in-room safe, personalized in-room temperature control, laundry valet services, Flat Panel LCD television, Cable TV, IP Phones with voicemail and data port features, in-room mini-bars, in-room safety boxes, beach towels, beach chairs and marble floors.
Run of House
Presents views of the city and a vibrant nightlife, a run of the house room with two full size, one king size, or one queen size top of the line perfect sleeper bed by Serta, Mascioni luxury Italian linen, resort spa amenities by Aveeda, in-room safe, personalized in-room temperature control, laundry valet services, Flat Panel LCD television, Cable TV, IP Phones with voicemail and data port features, in-room mini-bars, in-room safety boxes, beach towels, beach chairs and marble floors.
Ocean Front King Room
Offers breathtaking vistas of the turquoise waters of the Atlantic, ultra-comfortable presidential king size bed by Serta, Mascioni luxury Italian linen, resort spa amenities by Aveeda, in-room safe, personalized in-room temperature control, laundry valet services, Flat Panel LCD television, Cable TV, IP Phones with voicemail and data port features, in-room mini-bars, in-room safety boxes, beach towels, beach chairs and marble floors.
Deluxe King Room
Presents views of the city and a vibrant nightlife, ultra-comfortable presidential king size bed by Serta, Mascioni luxury Italian linen, resort spa amenities by Aveeda, in-room safe, personalized in-room temperature control, laundry valet services, Flat Panel LCD television, Cable TV, IP Phones with voicemail and data port features, in-room mini-bars, in-room safety boxes, beach towels, beach chairs and marble floors.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
No smoking rooms/facilities
Concierge
Elevators
Activities
Fitness center or spa
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Room service
Services
Business center
Laundry service
Safe deposit box
Tour desk
Conference facilities
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
Parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities

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Hotel Map

25.7771 -80.1309
Area served
720 Ocean Dr. South Miami Beach
Nearby airports
Miami International Airport and Fort Lauderdale International Airport
Area description
From Miami International Airport take highway 836 South 10 miles and from Fort Lauderdale take I-95 North 22 miles.

Dining

The Place Restaurant
The Beacon's new indoor/outdoor restaurant has instantly become one of the Deco District's most frequented dining spots. Serving an arrangement of international cuisine the Place's beachfront terrace also serves up the best views on Ocean Drive.

Meeting facilities

Meeting Info
On-site Ocean View Meeting Space up to 12 persons.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
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 (115)

Ratings and reviews for The Beacon Hotel

Overall score

3.9 / 5
115 out of 115
Amenities:
3.5
Room cleanliness:
4.3
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4.8
Value:
3.9

90% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of The Beacon Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
Sep 14, 2007

Very Friendly

Excellent location in Beautiful South Beach, Miami. Scenic and historical, a park across the street and the hotel gave us directions to Gloria Estavan's restaurant. Lively times in Miami South Beach. Breakfast discounts available from Hotel as well. Very enjoyable!

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

Breakfast is served later for you early risers, about 9 am! Take a walk on the beach!

Review of The Beacon Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
New York, NY
Sep 8, 2007

Perfect location on South Beach

This hotel was perfectly located between all of the hot spots on SoBe; the beach, restaurants on Ocean Drive and the night life. The only negative was that the facilities at the hotel were closed wduring our stay. No swimming pool or fitness center.

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

Talk to the host about eating there and get a free bottle of wine

Review of The Beacon Hotel

Reviewer score

5
J Troy
Business
Marietta, OH
Sep 7, 2007

Warm & Inviting

The staff was very helpful and professional. The room exceeded our expectations. Directly across from the beach and located in the middle of Ocean Blvd's main strip between 7th and 8th streets. The bed was awesome, big plasma TV and marble floors. We didnt mind staying in the room romancing each other because it was as nice as all the sights that were outside. We even received a Thank you letter from the staff within a week of our stay. The Beacon will be our home in South Beach for years to come.

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

Business

Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

A fantastic pizerria Fratelli di Napoli is around the corner, Washington Avenue and all the clubs is just blocks away. Being on ocean blvd you have one of the finest beaches across the street. It was wonderful

Review of The Beacon Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Los Angeles, CA
Aug 18, 2007

Very Friendly Hotel Reps

The Beacon Hotel, located right on the South Beach Strip, was an exellent choice. The reps were very friendly and helpful. The rooms on the facing the main strip are quit nice. I checked out the rooms not on the main strip, and were not as nice, but were still acceptable. Access to all the clubs, restaurants, and shopping was very good, as a car was not needed and could get by walking or taking a taxi cab. If you were looking to go to downtown south beach to visit little havana i would drive or take a taxi cab. overall, i would stay there again..

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

Great resaurants, shopping and beach

Review of The Beacon Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Pittsburgh, PA
Aug 4, 2007

Great local for the money

Our stay at the Beacon Hotel was very nice and pleasant. You couldn't ask for a better place to stay for the money. It's located in the heart of South Beach where everything was happening. We had a deluxe/king room and it was comfortable, clean, bright and roomy enough for two. Our bed was very comfy too. (I have a bad back so a bed that doesn't bother my back is a big plus.) The staff was very courteous and helpful from check-in to check-out. My only gripe was the early morning racket from the daily city trash pickup, which came from the back of the building where our room was located. But all in all, it was a great stay for the money.

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

The Beacon Hotel sits directly across from the beach. You don't need to pack your beach towels. The hotel provides them. Everything was within walking distance. Lots of great bars and restaurants. One of our favorite nightclubs is the Clevelander. Situated outdoors, the Cleveland played great dance music and the vibe is very lively.

Review of The Beacon Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Syracuse, NY
Aug 3, 2007

Excellent location

The Beacon Hotel was great as a central location on South Beach. The room was very clean and airy (although unless you have an Eastern room, your view is of other buildings). Being in the center of Ocean, it is right on the beac, and walking distance of most shopping and dining areas.

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

There are many places for cafe-style dining on Lincoln in the shopping district.

Review of The Beacon Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Springfield, IL
Jul 25, 2007

very friendly and very helpful

The Beacon Hotel was a very nice hotel. The entire staff was very friendly and very accommodating! The room was a pleasant surprise! very clean and very bright. Air conditioning was on when we entered the room and it was very comfortable. The beds were one of the bed I have ever slept in! The continental breakfast offered next door at Johnny Rocket's was great. Everything about this vacation was great! The weather even co-operated. I would definitely stay here again.

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

everything is right there. once you go out the door of the hotel - turn either left or right and you can find all the food, fun, and beach that you want

Review of The Beacon Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Pittsburgh, PA
Jun 25, 2007

Convient Location

The Beacon Hotel was in the middle of great entertainment, resturants, shopping, and the beach is just across the street! After so much activity, it was nice to come back to a restful bed with a great matress.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Beacon Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Moline, IL
May 30, 2007

Extremely friendly

Hotel was surrounded by a beautiful environment. Very clean and I can't even explain how great the bed was. Very very comfortable!! My fiance was very happy about that. The staff was very friendly also! That always says a lot about a business.

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

Lincoln Road mall consists of over 100 places to shop and eaterys.

Review of The Beacon Hotel

Reviewer score

5
bergad
var
Mar 3, 2013

HOTEL DANS LEQUEL NOUS REVIENDRONS

Hôtel très bien placé sur le boulevard de l'Océan, donc près de la mer et dans le quartier Art Déco, quartier animé de Miami Beach. Grande chambre donnant sur l'océan, bien équipée avec réfrigérateur et coffre fort notamment, très propre. Les personnels très agréables et serviables. Petit déjeuner est excellent avec des choix intéressants, le restaurant animé offre des variétés de plats très bien cuisinés. Séjour excellent.

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