President Hotel South Beach

1423 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, Miami Beach, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.0 / 5

Overview

President Hotel South Beach is a 3-star boutique hotel dating to 1937, set on Collins Avenue in Miami Beach. It’s positioned for an on-foot stay: the beach is within about a 5-minute walk and Lincoln Road Mall (shopping and dining) is roughly a 6-minute walk away. The property’s style is described as bright and minimalist, with decorative touches like crystal chandeliers in rooms.

Rooms & Suites

Rooms are minimalist and bright, and include a minifridge, iPod docking station, and a flat-screen TV. Bathrooms feature mosaic tile and rainfall showerheads. Penthouse suites have individual floor plans and private terraces, and some suites are noted for round beds; reviews also mention some rooms are on the smaller side.

Food & Drink

A casual lounge serves continental breakfast in the morning and cocktails (including mojitos) later in the day. Breakfast is included via the hotel’s resort fee, according to the property description and guest feedback. Some guests feel food and service don’t always align with the pricing.

Amenities & Fees

A daily resort fee is reported by guests and is described as covering Wi‑Fi, beach towels, and an in-room safe, along with continental breakfast. Guests also mention bottled water and a welcome drink at check-in. The hotel has a courtyard furnished with rattan seating, and reviews reference a rooftop pool with towels included.

Location & Nearby Highlights

The hotel sits near South Beach landmarks including Lummus Park (about 569 m) and The Wolfsonian–Florida International University (about 598 m). Cultural and garden stops nearby include the Miami Beach Botanical Garden (about 1,183 m) and The Bass (about 1,288 m). Farther afield are South Pointe Park Pier (about 2,498 m), Fontainebleau Miami Beach (about 3,626 m), and mainland attractions such as Bayside Marketplace (about 5,528 m) and Wynwood Walls (about 7,096 m).

Best for

This hotel best suits travelers who want a walkable South Beach base near the beach and Lincoln Road Mall, with easy access to Lummus Park and museums like The Wolfsonian-FIU. It’s also a fit for value-minded guests who will use what the resort fee covers (continental breakfast, Wi‑Fi, and beach towels). Travelers expecting a full-scale resort or extensive facilities may find it more limited.

Travel tips

Plan for the daily resort fee in your total trip budget, since it’s commonly noted by guests and bundles essentials like Wi‑Fi, breakfast, and beach towels. If you prefer a quieter, darker room at night, consider asking about window coverings, as some guests report bright rooms after dark. Parking isn’t highlighted in the available information and some guests note a lack of parking, so confirm parking options in advance if you’re driving.

What guests say

Guests most consistently praise the location—close to the beach and in the middle of South Beach activity—and often call out friendly front-desk staff. Included-value items are a recurring positive theme, especially continental breakfast, beach towels, and bottled water (noted as tied to the resort fee). Some reviews mention a rooftop pool that’s well maintained with towels available. Common drawbacks include small rooms, resort-fee cost, and occasional concerns about upkeep/cleanliness and service/value alignment; parking is also noted as a challenge by some guests.

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