235 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, Florida, United States | (888) 708-2081
Two blocks from the beach
Free breakfast and dinner, and full kitchen to use
Social atmosphere that appeals to many younger travelers
Free Wi-Fi in common areas
Dorm and private room options
Internet cafe and laundry room on-site
Beer pong table, lounge area, and bar open till early morning
No curfew, unlike at some hostel properties
Free shuttle to and from Miami
International Airport
No kids allowed (a pro for some)
Party vibe may be too rowdy for some, especially at night
Some rooms don’t have windows, and decor is very basic
No in-room Wi-Fi
Meals are basic and lack vegetarian options
Mattresses are mediocre
No pool or gym
A budget hostel, South Beach Hostel -- on
the southernmost end of South Beach -- is an inexpensive alternative in a pricey party town, and it's cleaner and newer than most hostels. It has all the
usual hostel amenities, including four- and eight-bed dorms, small private rooms, lounge
space, and a communal kitchen. Extras include laundry
facilities, an Internet cafe, free Wi-Fi, an outdoor terrace, bicycle rentals, free continental breakfast, free dinner, and a free airport shuttle. The scene is young, international, and social: the popular
hostel bar stays open until the early hours of the morning, running frequent
happy hours and hosting beer-pong tournaments. However, there are some drawbacks: beds aren’t
the most comfortable, many rooms are windowless, and Wi-Fi is only available in common areas.
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Scene
Youthful, party atmosphere; chalkboard walls with scribbles from fellow travelers in the lobby
With its orange color scheme -- from the big urns
outside the front door to the orange bunk beds and orange accent walls -- the South Beach Hostel exudes a bright, happy, and friendly atmosphere. The walls are either painted with murals, covered in
chalkboard paint with messages from previous guests, or have quotes painted on them. In the lobby lounge, there are soft black leather sofas and an array of clocks set to different time zones, so you can feel like a real world traveler. The kitchen has simple stainless steel finishes and a
couple of microwaves and a toaster, although it’s not as sparkling clean as it
could be. Outside, the patio has green trellises, striped deck chairs, and astroturf. With its large common areas and all-night bar, the hostel exudes a “gap year” feel and is full of travelers
exchanging traveling tales.
Location
Two blocks from the beach and within walking distance to all the major attractions and nightlife
South Beach's nightlife and beaches are within walking distance of the South Beach Hostel, but they're still far enough away that there's minimal street noise. Located in the Deco District, the hostel is
only two blocks away from the beaches of South Beach and a five-minute walk
from clubs and shops. Picturesque South Pointe Park is an easy
five-minute stroll from the hotel door. The hostel provides a free shuttle to and from Miami's international airport, and arranges group excursions to sights like the Everglades and Key West.
Rooms
Simple dorm and private rooms here come are defined by bleached wood floors, box-spring mattresses, and party noise.
Both dorm and private rooms are sparsely decorated, with orange metal bunk beds covered in white or tartan bedding, and box-spring mattresses that aren't the most comfortable. Underneath each bed is a locker for personal
possessions, and 24-hour security cameras are in place for safety. Each guest has a secure key card to their room door. Floors are white bleached wood, giving the rooms a beachy feel. There are
female-only dormitories available upon request, and some rooms have shuttered windows, while others have no windows at all. The communal bathrooms could do with a spruce up, as the air
vents are sticky and there are some damp patches on the wall, but the showers are generally quite clean and each has a curtain for privacy. It's worth being aware that the party tends to rage late into the night here; you might want to bring earplugs for a better night's sleep. Rooms don't have Wi-Fi.
Features
A handy laundry room and buzzing bar
The South Beach Hostel has a large number of facilities and services for a budget spot. The Hangout Bar has a friendly buzz to it, with black leather bar stools, chalkboard walls, and enough alcohol behind the bar to host a year-long
Spring Break-style party. The bar is open until very late (or very early, depending on your view) and there's a happy hour each evening. The lounge area also has shelves lined with books (novels and travel guides mostly) and a couple of computers that count as an Internet cafe. Free breakfast and dinner are available daily, but there are limited vegetarian options. There's a full kitchen for guest use, too, as well as My Ceviche, a chain food bar located outside the lobby that serves up quick seafood bites. The hostel has a laundry room,but there is usually one machine out-of-order. Bicycles can
be rented for a fee. The hostel also organizes nights out for guests, which let you get into trendy clubs easily. There's free Wi-Fi in common areas.
