Double
Full 1 | Sleeps 2
from $67
Catalina Hotel & Beach Club, a South Beach Group Hotel
3.5 out of 5.0
2.8
out of 5
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Recent guest reviews
The elevator was out and we were on the fourth floor. After about two days of complaining out of our 5 they finally moved us to a better room (and my wife had to get bitchy for that to happen) ..in a different building. THE ONLY GOOD THING ABOUT THE HOTEL IS THE FREE HAPPY HOUR EVERY DAY FROM 7pm-8pm.. pool on the roof top looks like they got it from Walmart. No either speaks English or say they don’t to avoid communication with the guest. My wife and I trip was 7-28-18 to 8-1-18. Would not go back nor recommend !
The hotel staff did not pick up the phone every time you call for service, they were not attentative to the customers & my room was not clean the whole time I was there. The picture of my hotel room was not the same in person.
After reading all the reviews, I picked this hotel plus 2 more nights staying...50 years ago, this is called HOTEL, but now it will called it MOTEL...Come on people, I believed that can’t compared to 5 stars hotel on the strip
I enjoyed it. This hotel is 3 hotels in one (okay 3 buildings) and I think they are each distinct due to the restaurants attached. I liked having options. One was American grill options while the other was Asian Fusion. I tried both, food was good at both. Staff was great. drinks were great as well. My brother was in the Penthouse only one room up there with an outdoor sun porch that is a great party spot. I had a room on the third floor, it had an air condition in it which kept me cool but not freezing like I sometimes need in Miami humid heat. My door magnet was broke so that kept me in the room for an hour longer than I wanted waiting for it to be fixed. My room was pretty big with what seemed like 2 queens beds in it!
Clean decent rooms close to everything and all party clubs would recommend going back this hotel is for partying not to relax great for partying nice front desk guys
Tiny rooms 2 people could not fit comfortably, walls are like paper, two broken beds, no dressers or bed side tables to store anything, tiny bugs infested the room, holes in the blanket, killed huge spider and roach in bathroom. Wallet and license went missing at hotel bar never got it back.
Great hotel, rooms are clean, stylish. I loved that they had 2 pools on rooftop and 1st floor. Great food in restaurants
We stayed one night to hang out on South Beach. Check-in is after 3. But they were able to accommodate us earlier. I paid for a third person in the room but then they didn't want to give them a beach chair etc. When I ask to speak to the manager they relented and gave us the Third persons amenities. Valet parking is $40. Biggest problem is it took almost an hour to get our car. Location is good to have a free drink happy hour from 7 to 8. We ate at Maxine's and it was good. Just a block to the beach and they provide Beach towels and chair rentals at the beach for free. Tip- park at the 16th Street public ramp $20 overnight and just walk the two blocks to hotel or use a lyft.
Staff was fantastic! Our room was right above the restaurant/Patio that played loud music throughout the night but we did know it was going to be noisy going in so it was not a big issue for us. If noise is a concern for you then I would not stay anywhere in south beach as its loud music anywhere you go. The location is about as good as it gets without spending the money to stay right on the beach.
This is not a family friendly hotel . This is a party hotel. We could not sleep at all. All night long yelling and screaming in the halls no security telling anyone to be considerate of other guest !!!
Room was not as pictured - 2 double beds crammed into a tiny room - no desk or chair or room for them - in fact barely room to walk. Loud music blasted all night right outside the door. Pool situation was pretty messed up with hotel vents exhausting right next to the cabanas poolside on the roof.
The staff in the day time were nice but I had to check out at 4am and the checkout front desk people were outside smoking cigarettes and were rather rude, especially to women who were coming in from a night out. There were also ants in my room and the room was a lot smaller than it looked. It was very loud at all times. However, there was free happy hour from 7-8 which was nice and the pools were spectacular. If someone was going to Miami on a low budget I would recommend but definitely not if they could afford something a bit nicer.
Missed my flight and found a location on near south beach and all the tourist attractions. Definitely would like to stay there no more than a night. Only bad thing is the hotel is 3 different buildings that are not connected on the inside so you have to go out side with your luggage to other buildings. Will defiantly consider staying there when I return to Miami.
My phone in room was broke upon arrival, i had no room service not once since i been there, had to complain to management ac was also a big issue
Had to change my room twice. First room I had the tv wasn’t working second room had ants all over the room.
Hotel highlights
- Walking distance to Lincoln Road Mall and Lummus Park Beach
- Free WiFi in rooms and public areas
- Onsite dining
- Free airport shuttle
Located in South Beach, Catalina Hotel & Beach Club, a South Beach Group Hotel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Lincoln Road Mall and Lummus Park Beach. This 190-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and free in-room WiFi. In the historical district, it's also near Art Deco Welcome Center and Jungle Island.
Dining
Enjoy dining at one of 2 onsite restaurants including Maxine's Bistro & Bar, which specializes in American cuisine. Savor a meal from the privacy of your room with room service, or get a pick-me-up at the coffee shop/café. Start each morning with cooked-to-order breakfast, available for a fee from 5 AM to 1 PM.
Rooms
A plasma TV comes with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Tempur-Pedic beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters, and the bathroom offers a hair dryer and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include an iPod dock, a minibar, and free local calls.
Property features
Renovated in 2017, Catalina Hotel & Beach Club, a South Beach Group Hotel offers 2 outdoor pools, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. Valet parking is USD 40.00 + tax per night if you plan to drive, or hop aboard the free airport shuttle at scheduled times. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include express check-in, a porter/bellhop, and a TV in a common area.
Guest reviews for Catalina Hotel & Beach Club
Everyone
The elevator was out and we were on the fourth floor. After about two days of complaining out of our 5 they finally moved us to a better room (and my wife had to get bitchy for that to happen) ..in a different building. THE ONLY GOOD THING ABOUT THE HOTEL IS THE FREE HAPPY HOUR EVERY DAY FROM 7pm-8pm.. pool on the roof top looks like they got it from Walmart. No either speaks English or say they don’t to avoid communication with the guest. My wife and I trip was 7-28-18 to 8-1-18. Would not go back nor recommend !
unhappy customers
Everyone
The hotel staff did not pick up the phone every time you call for service, they were not attentative to the customers & my room was not clean the whole time I was there. The picture of my hotel room was not the same in person.
Review comment
TM, Guest Relations responded on Jul 27, 2018
Thank you for your review. We are disappointed to learn of your stay with us. Your review will be shared with the staff for future clarification. Our guest satisfaction is important, but it seems we fell short. Please come again and allow us to exceed your expectations.
why am i giving high rating..?
Everyone
After reading all the reviews, I picked this hotel plus 2 more nights staying...50 years ago, this is called HOTEL, but now it will called it MOTEL...Come on people, I believed that can’t compared to 5 stars hotel on the strip
Review comment
TM, Guest Relations responded on Jul 6, 2018
Thank you for your 5-Star rating Chow! Please come again for another stay.
quaint boutique hotel
people that like to party
I enjoyed it. This hotel is 3 hotels in one (okay 3 buildings) and I think they are each distinct due to the restaurants attached. I liked having options. One was American grill options while the other was Asian Fusion. I tried both, food was good at both. Staff was great. drinks were great as well. My brother was in the Penthouse only one room up there with an outdoor sun porch that is a great party spot. I had a room on the third floor, it had an air condition in it which kept me cool but not freezing like I sometimes need in Miami humid heat. My door magnet was broke so that kept me in the room for an hour longer than I wanted waiting for it to be fixed. My room was pretty big with what seemed like 2 queens beds in it!
Review comment
Mario Fernandez responded on Jun 11, 2018
Hello, Thanks for having the time to rate us and share your most recent experience at The Catalina Hotel,we are glad that you enjoyed your stay and we will definitely follow up your complaint about the a/c system and we will love to have the opportunity to serve you again very soon. Mario Fernandez Front Desk Manager
very nice close to everything
Everyone
Clean decent rooms close to everything and all party clubs would recommend going back this hotel is for partying not to relax great for partying nice front desk guys
Review comment
TM, Guest Relations responded on Jun 1, 2018
Hi Marilyn! Thank you for your fantastic review. We are a lively property in a great location with four bars and two restaurants. We're happy to hear you had an enjoyable stay and would love the opportunity to host you again.
Everyone
Tiny rooms 2 people could not fit comfortably, walls are like paper, two broken beds, no dressers or bed side tables to store anything, tiny bugs infested the room, holes in the blanket, killed huge spider and roach in bathroom. Wallet and license went missing at hotel bar never got it back.
Review comment
TM, Guest Relations responded on Jun 3, 2018
Thank you for your review. We're sorry to learn that your wallet went missing at the bar. Our staff would make every effort to contact you if it were turned in. We're sure this was a frustrating experience, especially while on vacation. We appreciate your feedback.
Everyone
Great hotel, rooms are clean, stylish. I loved that they had 2 pools on rooftop and 1st floor. Great food in restaurants
Review comment
TM, Guest Relations responded on Apr 26, 2018
We appreciate your excellent review RockyP! It's great to hear our accommodations were comfortable and you enjoyed our fantastic amenities - having two pools and two restaurants on-site. We appreciate your feedback and hope you will return to us soon.
nice night
Everyone
We stayed one night to hang out on South Beach. Check-in is after 3. But they were able to accommodate us earlier. I paid for a third person in the room but then they didn't want to give them a beach chair etc. When I ask to speak to the manager they relented and gave us the Third persons amenities. Valet parking is $40. Biggest problem is it took almost an hour to get our car. Location is good to have a free drink happy hour from 7 to 8. We ate at Maxine's and it was good. Just a block to the beach and they provide Beach towels and chair rentals at the beach for free. Tip- park at the 16th Street public ramp $20 overnight and just walk the two blocks to hotel or use a lyft.
Review comment
TM, Guest Relations responded on Apr 16, 2018
Hi Scott! We are pleased to learn you had a great overall stay with the exception of the extra person mix-up. Our valet asks that guests request their vehicle at least 30 minutes prior. Our apologies if it took any longer. Yes! We offer complimentary Happy Hour drinks nightly and Free beach amenities. Its great to hear you had a nice night with us and we hope you will return for a longer stay.
Couples
Staff was fantastic! Our room was right above the restaurant/Patio that played loud music throughout the night but we did know it was going to be noisy going in so it was not a big issue for us. If noise is a concern for you then I would not stay anywhere in south beach as its loud music anywhere you go. The location is about as good as it gets without spending the money to stay right on the beach.
Review comment
TM, Guest Relations responded on Apr 16, 2018
What a great review! It's nice to know that our staff was fantastic. Our guest satisfaction is important and we're happy to hear this was your experience. Thank you for your honest perspective of our lively South Beach neighborhood. We do hope you will come again soon.
this should be an adult only hotel
Everyone
This is not a family friendly hotel . This is a party hotel. We could not sleep at all. All night long yelling and screaming in the halls no security telling anyone to be considerate of other guest !!!
Review comment
TM, Guest Relations responded on Apr 6, 2018
Thank you for writing a review Tee. I can imagine how frustrating this must have been when attempting to get some rest. Our guest satisfaction is important to us, so if we are made aware of any issues with other guests, we will take care of it immediately. We want nothing more than for all of our guests to have a comfortable stay. Our apologies that this was your experience. We appreciate your feedback and hope you will consider us again where we can perhaps place you in a quieter area of the property.
Hello Larry. Thank you for writing a review. Our apologies, the elevator in our Maxine building was being serviced. Being a historic hotel, the parts are unique and takes a bit longer to locate. We were happy to accommodate you in a different room once one became available. It's nice to know you enjoyed our complimentary Happy Hour as it is a guest favorite. We hope you will consider us for a future stay where I know we can provide our great services!