Frequently Asked Questions

The Cardozo Hotel is at 1300 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, on the corner of 13th Street in the heart of South Beach's Art Deco Historic District, across from the beach.

Gloria and Emilio Estefan thoughtfully restored and reimagined this iconic South Beach landmark, unveiling its transformation in 2019 while preserving its historic character.

The Cardozo Hotel was built in 1939, designed by architect Henry Hohauser and named after U.S. Supreme Court Justice Benjamin Cardozo. It sits in the Art Deco District, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and appears in films including A Hole in the Head (1959), There's Something About Mary (1998) and Any Given Sunday (1999).

The property features 42 guest rooms and suites, including a spacious 1,500-square-foot Penthouse Suite.

Call (305) 703-8443 or email reservations@cardozosouthbeach.com for bookings or sales@cardozosouthbeach.com for groups and events.

Yes. Select rooms and suites offer views of the Atlantic Ocean, creating a classic South Beach experience just steps from the shoreline.

Accommodations range from spacious junior suites to expansive ocean-view suites and a penthouse experience designed for added comfort and space.

Yes. Several room and suite configurations are well suited for families, including accommodations with multiple beds and spacious living areas. Cribs, diaper genies and bottle warmers are available on request, subject to availability.

Courtyard accommodations overlook the hotel's interior courtyard, offering a quieter setting while remaining just steps from the energy of Ocean Drive.

Guests enjoy a variety of amenities, including Wi‑Fi, two beach chairs, morning coffee, and complimentary beach cruiser bicycles for exploring South Beach.

Yes. Up to two dogs are welcome in designated pet-friendly accommodations, subject to size and weight restrictions. Pet-friendly amenities, including treats and bowls, help ensure a comfortable stay for four-legged guests.

Yes. Five beach cruiser bicycles are available for guest use on a first-come, first-served basis. The first hour is complimentary, and additional time is available for $50 per hour, per bicycle. They offer a convenient way to explore South Beach and the surrounding area.

Yes. The hotel hosts Yoga Classes every Friday at 8:30 am. Call Me Cuban also features live music daily at 7 pm.

Call Me Cuban serves breakfast from 7:30 am to 11:00 am and lunch and dinner from 12:00 pm to 11:00 pm. Happy hour runs from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, with live music daily at 7 pm. Hours are subject to change.

Daily breakfast for two at Call Me Cuban is included only with select rate plans. Guests must book a rate that specifically includes breakfast in order to receive this benefit during their stay.

Estefan Kitchen Express is the hotel's grab-and-go shop, offering light bites, refreshments and sweet treats for a day at the beach.

Yes. Call Me Cuban features a full bar serving signature cocktails, including YUCA's original Mojito 1989, the Call-Me-Rita and Cuban Passion Martini. Bottomless mimosas are also available daily from breakfast service through 9 p.m.

The hotel offers two ADA-accessible suites: the ADA Courtyard View Double Suite, with two double beds and a separate living room, and the ADA Partial Ocean View King Suite. Both have ADA-compliant bathrooms with a roll-in shower, retractable bench and hand-held shower wand.

Yes. The ocean-view Penthouse Suite has two marble master baths, one of which is ADA-compliant with a roll-in shower.

The hotel offers accessible accommodations and amenities for guests with disabilities, helping ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay for all.

Yes. Service animals are always welcome. The Front Desk may ask for visible identification, and the hotel encourages service animals to wear a vest or tag.

Call the hotel at (305) 703-8443, available 24 hours a day, or email reservations@cardozosouthbeach.com before arrival to arrange accessible rooms or specific needs.

The Cardozo Hotel is about 11 miles from Miami International Airport (MIA), an approximately 21-minute drive without traffic. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is about 30 miles away, roughly a 40-minute drive.

Yes. 24-hour valet parking is available for $45 per day. A Miami Beach municipal parking garage at 1301 Collins Avenue is half a block from the hotel.

From beachfront walks to shopping and dining, many of South Beach’s highlights are just a short stroll away. Nearby attractions include Lummus Park, Collins Avenue, Lincoln Road, the Miami Beach Convention Center and Española Way.

Yes. The beach is directly across Ocean Drive from the hotel, less than a 2-minute walk.

Most of South Beach is walkable from the hotel. Guests can also use the complimentary beach cruiser bikes or rideshare and taxis along Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue.

The hotel offers flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces for meetings, private dinners, social gatherings and special celebrations. Options include an intimate private event room and a secluded courtyard venue with direct access from 13th Street.

Meeting spaces include a 100 GB Wi-Fi connection, a 60" HD television and Apple TV connectivity.

Yes. Outside catering and audiovisual providers are welcome with hotel approval. Additional fees may apply.

Submit the Start Planning form on the hotel's Meetings & Events page or email sales@cardozosouthbeach.com.

Check-in starts at 4:00 pm and check-out is at 11:00 am. The hotel will store luggage if you arrive early or depart late.

Guests must be 21 or older to reserve a room. A photo ID matching the reservation name and proof of age are required at check-in.

It depends on the rate. Flexible rates require a one-night deposit at booking and can be changed or cancelled up to 72 hours before arrival; later changes incur a one-night penalty. Non-refundable rates are prepaid in full and cannot be changed. Special events and holidays may have different terms.

A valid EMV credit or debit card is required, and the card used to book must be presented at check-in. Cash is not accepted. Payments are in U.S. dollars.

Yes. The hotel pre-authorizes $100 per day for incidentals, in addition to room and tax for the full stay.

Booking directly through the hotel website provides access to exclusive offers, including savings of up to 25% on select stays. Some direct-booking rate plans also include daily breakfast for two at Call Me Cuban; guests must choose a rate that specifically includes breakfast to receive this benefit.