Bikini Lodge

Hotels
Independent
5.6 (103 reviews)
1255 West Ave, Miami Beach, Florida, 33139 , Miami Beach , US

Facilities

Free breakfast
Boat tours nearby
Parasailing nearby
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
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Review Highlights

Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Inadequate room quality
Misleading photos and descriptions

Categories

Cleanliness
2.56
The place was disgustingly dirty with stains and splatters throughout, indicating very poor cleanliness.
Service
7.53
Mixed experience with staff, showing a lack of professionalism, but still somewhat standard for this hotel tier.
Location
8.57
Location is acceptable, though the lack of organization upon arrival detracted slightly from the experience.
Room Quality
3.52
Rooms had issues such as a lack of basic amenities and significant wear and tear.
Amenities
4.55
Amenities were inadequate, with critical items like WiFi and room comforts not functioning properly.
Value for Money
3.51
Given the poor conditions, overall value for money was very low.
Food and Beverage
9.06
No specific mentions; assumed to be standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
5.53
Overall experience was extremely negative due to cleanliness and room quality issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 16:23

Property Description

Discover the vibrant charm of Bikini Lodge, a serene retreat nestled in the heart of Miami Beach.

Stunning Outdoor Spaces
Take in breathtaking views from our inviting terrace and lush garden, offering the perfect backdrop for relaxation after a day of exploration.

Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in delightful meals at Bikini Cafe & Beer Garden, or grab a quick bite from our grocery/convenience store, ensuring you never go hungry during your stay.

Convenient Amenities
Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access and unwind with entertainment options in our cozy common area. Our concierge services and complimentary buffet breakfast add that extra layer of comfort to your experience.

Experience the best of South Beach living at Bikini Lodge – your oasis awaits!

Important information:

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MIA

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

5.6
Based on 103 reviews
Cleanliness: 2.56
Service: 7.53
Location: 8.57
Room Quality: 3.52
Amenities: 4.55
Value for Money: 3.51
Food and Beverage: 9.06
Overall Experience: 5.53
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Audrey family
2
Pros:

The place had been shut down for 2 weeks when we got here! We had to run around frantically to try and find somewhere else to stay! Worst experience ever!!!!!!

2025-08-31 via Nuitee
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Maria family_with_children
2
Pros:

Travelers BEWARE ! The photos and descriptions listed are far from what experienced upon arriving at this “lodge”. Upon arriving I find out that this is a “hostel”, where homeless people stay and other types of “1 nighters” stay. My booking was for the 2 queen and 2 futon room as I was traveling with my husband and kids. At the front desk I asked to be sure that was the room and was taken to see the room first. Edwin showed me a room with 6 bunk beds and 2 queen beds, no fridge/microwave. I told him no that’s not what I reserved and that would not work for me. He showed me another room (the one I reserved) and I told him yes. Then back in the office he acted as if he was doing me a favor. We finished the process and he gave me room keys to a different room that he said was “same as the one I showed you” lord have mercy was it not. To start off, I walked into a room with 2 queens and ONE futon, the place was hot as ever with a small window unit AC(had to go hut a fan from cvs at 11pm), absolutely disgustingly dirty with stains and splatters of who knows what, all over the walls, doors, blinds & everywhere in the bathroom. The floors were weak and dirty, huge holes in the walls as if someone kicked it. Hairs and dirt all over the bathroom and stuck to the walls. Beds were barely standing. The TVs turn on but do not work, also there’s no remotes in the room. WiFi .. you can connect but doesnt work at all. Would not recommend or stay. Wish the review let me upload photos or video

2025-08-04 via Nuitee
P
pam friends
4
Pros:

No remote to the TV, microwave did not work in the room. The room could use a few updates.

2025-05-22 via Nuitee
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Hilary
6
Pros:

The website offered airport and port transfers on their website. Both not available. Our room was on the second floor and no elevator or help. We were traveywith 4 heavy bags.

2025-04-15 via Nuitee
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Jose
6
Pros:

Average hostel

2025-04-09 via Nuitee
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Wilfredo partner
10
Pros:

The place is fairly keep. No hot water at night. Too noisy. People walking around at all times. The breakfast is a joke. Some cereal and coffee.

2025-03-02 via Nuitee
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barbara
2
Not for anyone who has a disability
Pros:

I have mobility challenges. I reserved and paid for this stay a year ago. I had requested handicapped room. When i arrived i was told that there is no elevator. If i wanted a first floor room, i would have to share with strangers. I did not stay. I got a holiday inn a few miles away. You should be sure people are aware that there are 2 flights of stairs. I expect a refund.

2025-02-23 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
8
Good customer service but hostel needs a lot of up
Pros:

Staff are nice and have good customer service attitude but the facility needs a lot of upgrade. There are no elevators. The hostel does not have free airport transport services as stated on hotels.com

2025-02-08 via Nuitee
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Lucia friends
10
Pros:

La gente es muy amable y está siempre a la disposición para ayudarte y brindarte los mejores servicios. Realmente superó nuestras expectativas. Mas que recomendado el lugar.

2025-01-02 via Nuitee
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Johana family
4
Pros:

There was nowhere to park, the mattresses squeak too much, we saw men's underwear hanging on an air conditioning vent.

2025-01-01 via Nuitee
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Brandy family_with_children
2
Pros:

Terrible place to stay. We used sheets but their was no blankets. Blinds were broken and people were loud all night long. Police are always there sitting in their car (made me feel a little safer). Save yourself some money and go somewhere else.

2024-12-15 via Nuitee
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Araceli
2
Pros:

To begin with the pictures in the site does not match the hotel room for the amount of money paid you’d expect more my experience was truly bad. We called to get the breakfast menu and man hung up. Once we got there we got the incorrect key and walked to someone else’s room while people were sleeping. When we got into the room it looked nothing like the pictures. It only had one room and the living room had 2 bunk beds which were very unstable and the couches were not couch beds. The beds and couches had a stench and it was very dirty, uncomfortable, and unsanitary.

2024-12-01 via Nuitee
G
geoff m family
2
Pros:

The air conditioning of the unit does not work management and people at the front desk have not done anything to help it or to fix it would not recommend this place

2024-07-06 via Nuitee
B
Brandy
6
Need to clean better
Pros:

Walls were disgusting they looked like someone lived in the room and never cleaned. The beds were clean and thankfully we only stayed one night. The area was great and the people were nice. If they would clean the walls and rooms better I would stay again. Beds not too comfy but it’s a hotel.

2024-06-29 via Nuitee
K
Kati friends
4
Pros:

Not as advertised. Got a smaller room with less beds than booked. Great location but not for kids and not really close to any restaurants. Won’t be staying again.

2024-04-27 via Nuitee
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Edward friends
6
Pros:

The positives were cost (appx $200 per night) compared to hotels at $400 per night. Negatives were that TV didnt work and they couldnt fix it when notified of issue. Offered dinner at 530 pm but room had three tables and two were occupied by employees. Breakfast was 730 -830 but when we arrived there was no food or coffee.

2024-04-14 via Nuitee
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Julio
6
Pros:

Only the location I liked.

2024-04-14 via Nuitee
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Rebecca friends
8
Pros:

The building is very old and can use some updates in the rooms but overall for the price and location it was not bad. The little cafe/bar next door was really nice.

2024-04-11 via Nuitee
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Viktor family
2
Pros:

We booked a room for 15 people, only got enough beds for 12, this was the second time this same thing happened, and Expedia didn’t address our complains after our first stay.

2024-04-09 via Nuitee
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Viktor family
2
Pros:

We booked a room for 15 people, there were only enough beds for 12. The AC was dirty, smelled really bad, and didn’t blow cold air, it only made loud noises.

2024-04-08 via Nuitee