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The Colony Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachside fun near Ocean Drive

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The Colony Hotel blends South Beach charm with practical comfort. Guests enjoy the white sand beach, dine with ocean views at the restaurant, and appreciate the in-room WiFi. The helpful staff and strategic location make this spot a favorite among previous visitors.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Oceanfront Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Oceanfront King | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Oceanfront King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
736 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL, 33139

What's nearby

  • Ocean Drive - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • 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
  • Collins Avenue Shopping Area - 2 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) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CJ's Crab Shack - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Puerto Sagua Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Meet Dalia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Icon on Ocean - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪News Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Colony Hotel

Hotel near Ocean Drive
Located close to Art Deco Historic District and Collins Avenue Shopping Area, The Colony Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a restaurant. With amenities like a beachfront location and beachfront dining, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front-desk safe, multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises
  • A TV in the lobby, ATM/banking services, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Colony Hotel boast comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Secured, covered extended parking on site (USD 40 per night)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Montana's

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1935
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Up to 25 lbs per pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 40.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Covered extended parking fee: USD 40.00 per night
  • 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 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

The Colony Hotel Hotel
Colony Hotel Miami Beach
Colony Miami Beach
Hotel Colony
The Colony Hotel Miami Beach
The Colony Hotel Hotel Miami Beach

Frequently asked questions

Is The Colony Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 40.00 per night. Extended parking is available for USD 40.00 per night.

What time is check-in at The Colony Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Colony Hotel?

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

Where is The Colony Hotel 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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Reviews

The Colony Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 382 out of 655 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 655 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 655 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 655 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 655 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thanh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location with excellent services! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was in great location. Clean and everything we needed! Appreciated the service at the front desk and the beach toys offered. They even stored our bags until it was time to depart that day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the Scarface themed restaurant and bar!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Amenities
Great location, staff was amazing and food was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxana Mihaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, spacious. Staff was friendly and efficient. Easy access to everything around.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of our favorite properties to stay! Always clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

MEHRAJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hoteln place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
William in the front desk was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bucket list check-off! We loved the fun theme of The Colony. Perfect location—just a quick walk down Ocean Drive and steps from the beach. Rooms were clean, staff was super friendly, and the whole experience was easy and enjoyable. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect and loved the Aesthetics of the property. Definitely would stay herr again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Milton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, shower was weird but everything else was good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to restaurants and nightlife.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food and the staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassiano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Osei

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Access to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very cute hotel in a great location. Good food at restaurant, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel location was amazingly convenient. The room was clean and comfortable, however the AC didn't go on very cold.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

gabor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was absolutely great,very welcoming helpful, and very friendly, From the reception to the restaurant workers, the cleaning crew was providing an outstanding friendly service. Next time when i travel to Miami, without hesitation, I'm staying in this hotel. Thank you, did the great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs to be updated. Otherwise great place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location Friendly and helpful service Retro vibe
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rémi

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ricardo

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outdoor in the alley need approval for urine smells
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MELISSA HIPOLITO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was ok, the hotel staff was very loud during their cleaning time, they are also doing repairs so keep that in mind. The three days I spend there they had the power shut down 2 times. The second time lasted all night and I was miserable with no air conditioning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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