Pelican Hotel

Pelican Hotel Miami Beach sits at 826 Ocean Drive in a 1948 Art Deco building designed by Henry Hohauser. The hotel has 33 rooms and stands in the heart of the Miami Beach Art Deco district. Every room is decorated differently, so no two stays look quite the same. This guide covers the room types, fees, parking, pets, dining and tradeoffs before you book. Fees and policies come from the hotel’s official rooms and rates page.

History and Design of Pelican Hotel Miami Beach

Fashion entrepreneur Renzo Rosso, founder of Diesel, has owned the hotel since 1994. The Greater Miami visitor bureau listing describes the guest rooms as individually themed and named. The hotel finished a full restoration in 2022. Local artisans curated vintage furnishings for the rooms.

That approach sets the Pelican apart from chain hotels. You will not find one furniture set repeated on every floor. The two room photos here show how different the rooms can look. One has stained-glass panels and a round porthole window. Another has a painted stars-and-stripes wall.

Rooms and Rates

The hotel offers 12 room types. They include Deluxe Queen, Deluxe Twin, Deluxe King Suite, Suite Queen, Suite King Ocean View, Suite King Executive and Penthouse One. Current rates and availability appear on the official rooms page.

Because each room is decorated separately, two rooms in the same category can look different. Ask the hotel about bed layout or room style if it matters to you. Do not rely on a single sample photo.

The bureau listing says the hotel offers accessible facilities, including roll-in showers and grab bars. Guests with mobility needs should confirm details for a specific room before booking. The hotel invites accessibility feedback at reservation@pelicanhotel.com.

Check-In, Fees and Parking

Check-in starts at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The resort fee is $38.00 per night plus tax, on top of the room rate.

Parking is by valet at $42 per night before taxes, with unlimited in and out access. The hotel does not list a self-parking option. If you bring a car, add that cost to your nightly budget.

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. The visitor bureau listing also notes air conditioning in the rooms.

Pets at Pelican Hotel

The hotel allows one dog up to 30 pounds. The pet fee is $25 per night, plus a one-time $150 cleaning fee. You need prior approval before you arrive. Owners of larger dogs should contact the hotel before booking, because the stated limit is 30 pounds.

Dining: Pelican Cafe and Room 55

The ground-floor Pelican Cafe serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Its menu leans Italian, and the hotel highlights a wine list of Italian labels. You can reserve through OpenTable. Hotel guests receive one complimentary drink during afternoon happy hour at the cafe bar.

Room 55 is the hotel’s speakeasy-style bar on the penthouse floor. The hotel calls it a place of mystery and elegance. Room 55 has its own page and operates as a separate venue. Check its page for current opening days and hours, because sources list different schedules.

Together, the two spaces let you eat and drink without leaving the building. For more options nearby, browse our guide to Miami Beach restaurants.

Amenities and Services

The visitor bureau listing names several practical extras. Rooms have refrigerators. The hotel offers concierge services and baggage storage for guests heading to or from a cruise. The property is smoke-free.

The bureau also lists meeting and private event space. Groups planning an event should contact the hotel for terms and pricing.

The hotel accepts messages by email at reservation@pelicanhotel.com. The official page also lists a WhatsApp number, +1 305-699-7830, for guest questions.

Location on Ocean Drive

The hotel sits on Ocean Drive, close to Lummus Park and the beach. The street is lined with Art Deco buildings and sidewalk cafes. Foot traffic runs steady through the day and evening. Light sleepers should ask about a quieter room.

The location suits guests who want to explore the Art Deco district on foot. Cafes, shops and the beach sit within a short walk.

Booking Tips

Start with the official rooms page to compare the 12 room types. Note the $38.00 resort fee and the $42 valet charge, then add both to the nightly rate. Email reservation@pelicanhotel.com or call +1 (305) 673-3373, as shown on the hotel’s official homepage, to ask about a specific room. Book dining separately, since the cafe takes reservations through OpenTable.

Tell the hotel early if you plan to bring a dog. Pets need prior approval, and the 30-pound limit applies.

Questions to Ask Before You Book

A short list of questions helps you get the right room. Ask which room type has the bed layout you want. Ask whether a street-facing or interior room is available. Ask for confirmation of accessible features if you need them. Ask about early arrival if your flight lands before the 4:00 PM check-in time. The hotel can also store bags for cruise travelers, so mention your plans when you write.

Families with young children should check room sizes first. The rooms are individually decorated, and sizes vary by category. Ask for the size and bed configuration of the exact room before you pay.

Who Should Stay Here and What to Weigh

The Pelican suits couples and solo travelers who want a distinctive, design-led room on Ocean Drive. It also suits anyone who prefers a small hotel over a large resort. With only 33 rooms, the property feels more intimate than the towers on Collins Avenue.

Weigh a few tradeoffs before you book. The official pages do not list a pool, so plan on the public beach for swimming. Parking is valet only. The resort fee and valet charge add to the room rate. Ocean Drive is lively, so street-facing rooms may hear more noise.

Compare the total nightly cost, not just the headline rate. To see other options, browse places to stay in Miami Beach. Contact the hotel directly at +1 (305) 673-3373 or reservation@pelicanhotel.com with questions.