The Kent Hotel
1131 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, Miami Beach, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.1 / 5
Overview
The Kent Hotel is a 3-star, Art Deco District property on Collins Avenue in Miami Beach, originally built in 1939. It sits about a block from the beach and roughly a 7-minute walk from Ocean Drive, placing it in the heart of South Beach’s walkable core. Public review sentiment is strong overall, with a 4.1/5 rating from 827 reviews.
Rooms
Rooms are described as stylish and modern, with free Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TVs with DVD players, and iPod docks. Room service is offered. Guest feedback commonly notes that rooms are on the smaller side, while still being notably clean and well-kept.
On-site Dining & Social Spaces
On the property, amenities include a casual bar and grill for drinks and informal meals. A patio provides an additional spot to relax outside the room.
Beach & Practical Amenities
For beach days, the hotel provides loaner beach towels. Its “one block from the beach” positioning is a key convenience for guests prioritizing quick access to sand and surf.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The Kent Hotel is steps from Lummus Park (about 211 m) and The Wolfsonian–FIU (about 213 m), making it easy to pair beach time with nearby culture. Other nearby points of interest include The Bass (about 1.7 km), Miami Beach Botanical Garden (about 1.5 km), Nikki Beach (about 1.5 km), and South Pointe Park Pier (about 2.1 km). Farther afield are destinations such as Fontainebleau Miami Beach (about 4.0 km), Bayside Marketplace (about 5.4 km), Pérez Art Museum Miami (about 5.5 km), and Wynwood Walls (about 7.1 km).
Best for
This hotel suits travelers who want a classic South Beach address in the Art Deco District, with the beach just a block away and Ocean Drive within an easy walk. It’s also a strong fit for guests who value cleanliness and friendly service—two themes that show up repeatedly in guest feedback. Couples or solo travelers who don’t need large rooms may find it especially appealing.
Travel tips
With Lummus Park and The Wolfsonian–FIU only a few minutes away on foot, many South Beach highlights are walkable from this Collins Avenue location. Guests often mention convenient ride-share access for getting to areas like Downtown (Bayside Marketplace, Bayfront Park, PAMM) or Wynwood Walls. For beach time, plan to take advantage of the hotel’s loaner beach towels.
What guests say
Guests frequently highlight the hotel’s standout location near the beach and central South Beach sights. Cleanliness is a recurring positive, with multiple reviewers emphasizing tidy, well-maintained rooms. Service is also a consistent strength, with staff described as welcoming and helpful, including positive check-in experiences. A trade-off noted in feedback is that rooms can be small, though many still feel the stay offers good value for the area.
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