The Donovan Hotel

2-star hotel Excellent 8118 Harding Avenue, Miami Beach, FL, FL 33
The Donovan Hotel

About The Donovan Hotel

The Donovan enjoys a location in Miami Beach, a 4-minute walk from Miami Beach and 5.4 miles from Holocaust Memorial. There's a private entrance at the condo hotel for the convenience of those who stay. The condo hotel offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking, and free Wifi. The units come with parquet floors and feature a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A fridge is also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the condo hotel, the units have bed linen and towels. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Miami Beach Convention Center is 5.4 miles from the condo hotel, while New World Center is 5.5 miles from the property. Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport is 11 miles away. License Number(s): 2306011

Amenities

  • On-site dining
  • Breakfast available
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Pool
  • Family friendly
  • Smoke-free property
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.7 / 5
Excellent 66 reviews

The hotel's location is consistently praised, being close to the beach and local amenities. However, there are numerous complaints about cleanliness, maintenance issues, and unresponsive or absent staff.

What guests liked
  • Excellent location near the beach and local amenities
  • Friendly and helpful staff when present
What could be better
  • Cleanliness issues, including dirty rooms and bathrooms
  • Unresponsive or absent staff, leading to unresolved maintenance issues
  • Zachary Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Cool nice cheap, no pool.

  • Nadine Jun 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Attentive staff.Fast response time.Over all great time!

  • Neven Jun 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great little hide away hotel. Quiet and great location, 3 minute walk to the beach.

  • Jardy Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great, everything was good, above experience.

  • Ana Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The experience living one month here was excellent, the staff were very nice and we felt very comfortable, we will be back definitely.

  • Juan Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great please

  • Wesley Jun 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    loved our stay at the hotel. We stayed there for one week, and it was wonderful. It was peaceful, and everyone was very friendly

  • Shawn Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Staff went above and beyond. Walking distance to the beach and many mom and pop businesses for authentic foods.

  • Jeremy Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Keine 5 Gehminuten und schon ist man am Strand. Einfach super! Auch der Room Service war sehr gut 👍

  • Meyling Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The location, the staff. Is really incredible

  • Jose Jun 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    La habitacion no estaba suficientemente limpia. Realmente no era lo esperado

  • VICTOR Jun 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Tudo muito bom! Ótima localização e equipe formidável! As acomodações estão alinhadas com o valor cobrado, excelente custo benefício

  • Ana Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The location is amazing, very close to the beach :)

  • Ana Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very good place and location. Excellent customer service. Very nice rooms and clean.

  • Julian Jun 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    We really enjoyed our stay at the Donovan hotel, but probably for reasons different than most. We were visiting family that lives in the area, but wanted a little separation, so decided to book a room nearby. The Donovan was fantastic, as was the staff there. Our room was spacious, the AC was as cold as we wanted it, and we had a full kitchen (although we didn't cook). On my way out, I left my MacBook charger, and the team at the Donovan worked with me to get it back to me. We'll certainly be back next time we're in the area!

  • Ana Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The customer service was very good. The location is excellent. Very good!

  • Natalia May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean room and quiet place

  • David May 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    They said they could hold my luggage until I was able to get in the room at 4:00. There isn’t an office on site, so I was lucky that a person cleaning the rooms was able to let me in the locked gate and store my luggage. The room is a basic room, with a double bed. There was a little mold around the edges of the shower floor that should be taken care of. A basic place to stay at a reasonable price for being just a block from the beach and nice park and walkway along the dunes.

  • Julia May 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    That staff were extremely helpful! They give you fresh sheets and clean towels are provided. They offer to give you cleaning whenever it’s convenient. This place is a Gem. A quiet area that is very relaxing and a great price for Miami!

  • Salena May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Room was clean. Trolley is right outside the hotel to take you too south Beach and it’s free. Beach is right across from hotel.

  • Odaly May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything was excellent

  • Elijah May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Free parking, also right across the beach, easy instructions to get in

  • Jordan May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very clean, nice staff. Close to bus and trolley which is convenient.

  • Odaly May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything is good

  • Odaly May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean room excellent staff and customer service. The beach is walking distance you walk outside the bus stop is right their.

  • John May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great stay. There is a park one block away attached to the beach which is nice. The beach had space to stretch.. Restaurants are about a 3/4 mile walk, more further on. A little far for someone with disabilities. A free shuttle/bus stops outside the hotel. Parking is tight. There is free overnight parking first left, first right. About $1.25 an hour 8-6. The hotel is quiet. Free laundry and extra towels if needed. You made need your phones flashlight to see the gate key pad if you arrive after dark.

  • Tadiwanashe May 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    everything was good

  • Nabil May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Well located, I really liked the place, and very good value for the price

  • Rushell May 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    My stay was amazing from start to finish. The hotel was clean, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. The staff were welcoming, professional, and always ready to help. The service exceeded my expectations, and I truly felt relaxed and cared for throughout my stay. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a wonderful experience and I look forward to returning again. Thanks Rushell

  • Odaly May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything was excellent

  • Cesar May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Cerca de la playa

  • Victor May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very good place I hope come back soon

  • Odaly May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Excellent stay everyone is great.

  • Nathan May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great spot! Very attentive staff!

  • Cheryl May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Absolutely loved staying here, I felt very secure and the staff were very helpful always messaging and asking me if there was anything I needed etc. Would definitely recommend this as a top place to stay, within walking distance to everything we needed and right by the beach about a 5 minute walk with the most beautiful breathtaking scenery and the most relaxing environment, very therapeutic for mental health. LOVED it !

  • Anieset May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    This was a nice place to stay. Rooms were nice, not too far from the beach and about 10 min walk to shops, food etc. If I'm ever down that way, I will most definitely book again! 👍

  • Dylan May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very nice shower and bathroom, comes with a flat iron to straighten clothes, staff was receptive to questions and for the price it was certainly worth the stay. Highly recommend if you are coming to Miami

  • Everett May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    .

  • Mario May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Beach chairs

  • Odaly May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything was excellent

  • Odaly Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    I had an excellent stay at the Donovan Hotel.

  • Odaly Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything was great

  • SUSANA Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great stay, amazing location, definitely worth the value of the trip

  • Odaly Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The room is always clean fresh amenities and towels. In the closet you also have extra towels and beach towels. Near the beach and the public transportation as well.

  • Johnny Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Super convenient location, clean rooms, and the staff was friendly and helpful throughout. Everything felt easy and comfortable - I’d definitely come back.

  • Odaly Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything was great staff are nice. Theymake sure everything is spotless. The location is also great. Walking distance to the beach and near by they have the bus stop.

  • Catherine Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Ideal location in the Deco district. Easy walk to park and beach area with bike and pedestrian paths. Room with separate kitchen/dining area and outside small patio area with table and chairs. Comfortable bed, clean rooms and linens. No staff on premises, easily accessible by phone/text. I would definitely recommend and stay here again if I come back to Miami.

  • Travis Apr 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Let me say the property itself has potential and you can tell where some updates have been done. It’s quite cute for couples to get away. But it needs some more updates; numbers on the locks needs to be updated making it hard to see at times, especially at night time . There is a smell of mold or something maybe oldness that has been closed tight. Some of the pavers on the walkway needs to be repaired. Also there is no person available on the property if you need assistance but someone on the internet is available and if I may say they will stay in touch with you if needed.

  • Odaly Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything was great

  • Jaana Apr 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    We had difficult time getting into our room on Thursday April 2nd. They sent us instructions around 2pm by Expedia app. The code we received did not work and I ended up going to the other hotel overnight because there was no actual person helping me. We arrived to the property around 11pm that night. Make sure you will arrive earlier so you are able to reach out the management team. I was not only one having difficulties with the door. The location is excellent. The free trolley stop right in front of the building. That was great.

  • Ersun Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything was great My staff was happy

  • Natalia Mar 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    We stayed from 03/22-27/26. I really liked the hotel. Near the ocean. The room was clean. The hotel has its own parking. The representatives of the hotel were always in touch. Room cleaning according to your agreement. Good value for money. I definitely recommend it. The water pressure in the shower needs to be increased.

  • Brent Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The staff was very accommodating was quick to respond to our questions. The room was very clean. We will definitely return to the Donovan it was excellent!!! Thank you for an amazing stay in Miami!!!

  • Jose Mar 2026 · via priceline
    4/5

    Fantastic location, walking distance to the beach.

  • James Jan 2026 · via priceline
    4/5

    Location of the property was excellent. The weather temperature for the shower was lukewarm but communicated that to the staff already.

  • Kameliya Dec 2025 · via priceline
    4/5

    The location is great - a block from the park and the beach. Nice and quiet. The bathroom seal was not perfect, but nothing a towel or 2 can't fix.

  • Tahni Nov 2025 · via priceline
    5/5

    Because of the location, I could hear traffic noise in my room, but it didn't affect my sleep.

  • Moshe Oct 2025 · via priceline
    5/5

    The unit was a bit hard to locate when entering, so make sure you ask them exactly where it is.

Frequently asked questions about The Donovan Hotel

Does The Donovan Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Donovan Hotel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Donovan Hotel offer parking?
Yes, The Donovan Hotel offers free parking on-site.
Does The Donovan Hotel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
The Donovan Hotel does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in Miami Beach, see business hotels in Miami Beach.
Does The Donovan Hotel have a fitness center?
The Donovan Hotel does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is The Donovan Hotel located, and how walkable is the area?
The Donovan Hotel is located at 8118 Harding Avenue, Miami Beach, FL FL 33141. With a Walk Score of 73, the area is rated Very Walkable. Most errands can be completed on foot, with public transit and rideshare easily accessible.

House rules

Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM
Cancellation Not available
Children Not available