King Motel
7150 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33138, Miami, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.9 / 5
Overview
King Motel is a 2-star, down-to-earth motel on Biscayne Boulevard in Miami’s Miami Modernist Historic District, an area known for 1950s–1960s architecture. It’s positioned for practical city access: about 5 miles from the Port of Miami cruise terminals and roughly 8 miles from South Beach. Public feedback is solid for the category, with a 3.9/5 rating from 124 reviews.
Rooms
Rooms are straightforward and have exterior entrances, with configurations including 1 or 2 beds. In-room basics include free Wi‑Fi, cable TV, a mini-fridge, and a microwave, supporting simple self-serve meals and short stays. Guest feedback commonly highlights clean rooms and comfortable beds.
Parking
On-site parking is free, which can be a meaningful cost-saver in Miami. This is useful for travelers driving in or planning day trips to areas like Miami Beach and South Pointe.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The motel is within reach of major Miami arts and waterfront attractions, including the Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami (about 3.1 km away) and Wynwood Walls (about 4.7 km away). Downtown museums and family spots are also nearby, such as Pérez Art Museum Miami (~6.1 km), Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science (~6.2 km), Jungle Island (~6.2 km), and the Miami Children’s Museum (~6.3 km). Miami Beach-area draws like Fontainebleau Miami Beach (~6.7 km) and The Bass (~7.3 km) are a moderate trip away, as are Bayside Marketplace (~7.1 km) and Bayfront Park (~7.3 km).
Best for
King Motel best fits budget-minded travelers who want a simple, well-located base for exploring Miami’s museums, Wynwood/Design District-area attractions, and the Port of Miami. It’s also a practical choice for road-trippers thanks to free parking, and for guests who value in-room conveniences like a microwave, mini-fridge, and Wi‑Fi.
Travel tips
If you’re cruising, note the motel is about 5 miles from the Port of Miami cruise terminals—build in time for traffic when heading to embarkation. With museums and neighborhoods like Wynwood and Downtown within several kilometers, it can be convenient to plan day blocks by area (e.g., ICA Miami + Wynwood Walls together). Free on-site parking can help if you’re driving between Biscayne Boulevard, Miami Beach sights like Fontainebleau, and waterfront stops like Bayside Marketplace.
What guests say
Guest feedback most often emphasizes friendly, helpful service and a sense of feeling comfortable on-site. Cleanliness is a recurring positive theme, with multiple guests calling out clean rooms. Reviews also point to the location as convenient for exploring Miami and reaching attractions without feeling far from key areas. Bed comfort is specifically mentioned as a strong point; negative themes are not represented in the provided excerpts.
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