Ocean Drive Beachfront by Deco 305-Sun Balcony Apt
Guest rating: 4.8 / 5
Overview
Ocean Drive Beachfront by Deco 305 – Sun Balcony Apt is a legal, licensed short-term rental condo in the heart of South Beach, directly on Ocean Drive and across from the beach and Lummus Park. It’s designed for travelers who want to be steps from restaurants, clubs, and sightseeing, with a Walk Score of 100/100. The unit uses electronic keypad entry with self check-in available at any time.
Unit layout & sleeping
The apartment sleeps 4–5 guests with two queen beds plus a futon sleeper sofa. A private balcony looks out over Ocean Drive and Lummus Park, and the condo is located on the 2nd floor with elevator access. Climate control includes air conditioning and heating, with ceiling fans noted in the unit features.
Kitchen, dining & in-unit essentials
A newly renovated kitchen supports light cooking and includes an oven/stove and microwave, along with a refrigerator, coffee maker, tea kettle, and supplied pots, pans, dishes, and silverware. There is a small dining table with four chairs. Bathroom essentials include hot water plus shampoo, conditioner, and body wash, and both beach and bath towels are provided.
Entertainment & connectivity
Entertainment centers on a 54-inch Smart TV with cable plus access to streaming apps such as Netflix and Disney+. The unit also includes free Wi‑Fi. This setup suits guests who plan to mix beach time with downtime in the apartment.
Building amenities, parking & laundry
The building has an elevator and a shared patio overlooking Ocean Drive. Laundry is available via a shared coin-operated laundry room on the 1st floor. Parking is not provided on-site; guests are directed to nearby paid public/city parking lots (with guidance that city lots can be as low as $2/hour with a $20/24-hour maximum) and warned not to use the building’s rented spaces due to towing risk.
Location & getting around
The condo sits one minute on foot from the beach and roughly a 2–5 minute walk to Ocean Drive, Lincoln Road, and Española Way. Multiple bus stops are very close, including Washington Avenue & 15th Street (about 185–187 m away) and Washington Av & 13 St (about 356 m away). Miami International Airport is about 16.1 km away, and Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport is about 31.7 km away.
Best for
This condo is best for couples, friends, and nightlife-focused travelers who want to be directly on Ocean Drive with the beach across the street and Lincoln Road/Española Way within a short walk. It also suits self-sufficient guests who value a full kitchen, in-unit climate control, and easy self check-in. Travelers seeking a very quiet stay may prefer another area, since Ocean Drive is described as active and noisy.
Travel tips
If you’re driving, do not park in the building lot—spaces are rented and unauthorized vehicles may be towed; plan instead for nearby paid city lots (rates cited as up to $20 per 24 hours) or other paid garages within a couple of blocks. Nearby transit is convenient, with several Washington Avenue bus stops within a few minutes’ walk, and City Bike rentals located across from the condo. Expect typical Ocean Drive activity and noise from surrounding clubs and restaurants, especially in the evenings.
What guests say
Guest feedback trends are not provided in the source excerpts, so specific recurring themes (such as cleanliness, noise, or host responsiveness) cannot be summarized from quoted review content. The property’s strong public rating (4.8 from 254 reviews) suggests broad satisfaction overall. The listing itself highlights a prime, walk-everywhere Ocean Drive location, balcony views toward Lummus Park, and practical in-unit amenities like a full kitchen and self check-in, while also cautioning that Ocean Drive can be noisy and parking is off-site/paid.
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