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Hotel Breakwater South Beach

3.5 star property
On beach with outdoor pool, near Collins Avenue Shopping Area

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Hotel Breakwater South Beach, in the heart of South Beach, offers an authentic Florida getaway. Guests step onto pristine white sand, enjoy ocean-view meals, or relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas for comfort.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool

Room options

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

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
HDTV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
HDTV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
HDTV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed (ADA)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
HDTV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Deluxe Junior Suite with Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Junior Suite ADA

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Penthouse Ocean | Terrace/patio

Penthouse Ocean

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Penthouse Sunrise | Private pool

Penthouse Sunrise

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
HDTV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
940 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL, 33139

What's nearby

  • Miami Beach Boardwalk - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Art Deco Historic District - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Miami Beach Beaches - 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 - 7 min drive
  • Hialeah Market Station - 15 min drive
  • Miami Intl. Airport (MIA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Palace Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mango's Tropical Cafe South Beach - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Voodoo Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Essex House Hotel & Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Social - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Breakwater South Beach

Boutique hotel near Ocean Drive
Near Art Deco Historic District and Collins Avenue Shopping Area, Hotel Breakwater South Beach provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. With amenities like a beachfront location and beachfront dining, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and Cuban cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with 2 bars and a 24-hour business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free bicycle rentals, valet parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Beach towels, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage, a porter/bellhop, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 99 individually furnished rooms have thoughtful touches such as free international calls and premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rainfall showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 42-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Habana 1957
  • Mamma Mia Gelateria
  • Oceans Ten

Things to do

  • Books
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

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)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1939
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Breakwater South Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel Breakwater South Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 47.00 per night.

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 (subject to availability).

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

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Breakwater South Beach located?

Located in South Beach, this beachfront hotel is in the historical district, just steps from Art Deco Historic District, Ocean Drive, and Collins Avenue Shopping Area. Lincoln Road Mall and Miami Beach Boardwalk are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Hotel Breakwater South Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 505 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 107 out of 1024 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jorge A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable rooms
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yamilet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was excellent! It's right in the middle of all the action in South Beach. Lilly and the rest of the staff were amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was awesome. Lily and William are the best
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding staff with great amenities for a weekend getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Amenities
Clean room and nice staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Surprisingly quiet despite nightlife. Clean, modern room. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is nice and spacious the bathroom is big, the hotel is next to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice and clean ,food was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Accommodating, friendly service, wonderful and clean and visit Lily. She’s the best I know
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ocean view is across lumas park. Its right in the middle of all the popular ocean drive bars, but surprisingly quiet. We was pleased with its location and comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel served its purpose! The staff was very customer service oriented! The hotel was clean the rooms were clean and good size. South beach is south beach….. it was great location for what we needed to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

FORREST

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and patient staff. Especially when I thought the tv wasn't working!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great experience again! So convenient to everything South beach
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Anna

Disliked: Amenities
Check in line was LONG. Expedia lists the security deposit as $100, but it was $200 when we checked in. It’s a NOISY location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lakeisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the Above
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment time we arrived, the staff was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, the suit was clean and the night life was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John David

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach chairs and beach towels provided and bicycles included with stay. Friendly staff, great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

yuan

Disliked: Staff & service
Loud music don’t stop till after midnight
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked how nice staff is, also the staff from the restaurant 10/10 love it, can't wait to go back!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

NIna

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Overall property was ok for what we needed. Shower area was a little dingy and there was no light in elevator area which made me feel a little uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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