Name: Hotel Ponce de Leon
Address: 1721 Ponce De Leon Boulevard, Douglas, Coral Gables, Florida, United States of America, Miami (and vicinity), Miami-Dade County, US
Price range: $73–$165 per night
Rating: 8.17

What guests think

Hotel Ponce de Leon is a modest, historic Coral Gables hotel appreciated for its walkable, safe location and value, with many guests praising clean, cozy rooms and friendly staff while noting small spaces, dated features, and limited amenities.

A recurring drawback is the lack of an elevator, and parking relies on metered or nearby street spots that can be limited. Rooms are basic, some newly refreshed, but thin walls, loud window A/C, and very small showers appear in multiple reviews. Expect a simple, budget-friendly stay centered on location and history.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic; there is no elevator and parking is on nearby or metered streets, with limited availability at times.

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8

Daty

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This place doesn't have elevator.

10

Gabriel

May 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A vintage style very cozy.nice Parking is a problem but is not a big deal since you can solve it easily in the neighborhood.

8

Charlotte

Apr 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quaint older hotel but in a nice area. Only complaint was no elevator but we knew that before booking.

10

Clara

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great clean room. No problems at all. Only downfall is no elevators or on site parking but the room was great and would stay there again.

10

Nathallye

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I loved the stay. I loved the room. Very clean. The biggest difficulty is because it doesn't have its own parking, so we need to pay for street parking, but in general it's extremely pleasant, it was an excellent choice.

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Evelyn

May 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean, good location, target & Starbucks next to it. The only reason I’m giving it 4 stars is because of the parking. There’s no parking. You have to drive around for a free spot. Meter parking in most streets. Also, thin walls.The shower had very little pressure but the attachment worked great. Coffee maker was very dirty. But it was a very nice hotel.

10

David

Mar 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very close to a number of restaurants. Only issue for handicapped people there is no elevator.

8

Shirley

Apr 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Please be aware that this hotel does not have an elevator, and most rooms are on the second and third floors. There could be more floors, I just don’t know. I’m 78 and have limited mobility. We were fortunate on our arrival date that there was someone who could help us with our luggage. On our return stay after our cruise, they assured me that whoever was on duty would be able to help us with our luggage. That did not happen, and I was disappointed that they did not keep their word. Other than that huge inconvenience, the room was neat and clean. The hotel was close to downtown and was very pleasant and felt safe to walk around at night. There were many lovely restaurants and a Target was close by.

8

Ellie

Jan 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Free street parking short walk from hotel

10

Michele

Aug 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Historic Miami Hotel. Conveniently located. We got lucky find free on street parking but parking could be an issue. The stairs cold be on issue for some guests. Overall a great stay and a bargain for Miami.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms very clean, but recurring complaints mention bad odors, occasional pests, and missed housekeeping details in some bathrooms.

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Melissa

May 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location is great. This property gets a 2 star because there was a flying cockroach in the room. We noticed it 5min after entering the room and the front desk person ridiculously asked if we brought food into the room. We literally stepped into the room and saw. They then strayed the room with roach spray but we requested a different room which they gave us so overall was ok but the presence of the roach and the reaction from the front desk person wasn’t.

8

Anna Louise

Dec 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean and comfortable . Good value for the price . Great location.

10

Valentina

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean, staff was friednly, area around the property was walkable and beautiful, as well as quiet and many options for dining.

4

Angelica

Nov 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room had a bad odor, the shower had hair on the floor. The bed sheets had stains good thing i had my own blanket

8

Camille

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property was easy to get to and check in and check out were very convenient and easy. It was slightly more dated than I was expecting and dirty in some areas (toothpaste residue on sink and sticky residue on bedside table). But overall a good experience

8

Justin

Dec 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room and AC worked great. Courteous staff.

4

Dana

Mar 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The location was perfect for spending the night for our cruise. Service is ok we just pushed a button when we got there and someone came to check us in. The room 207 was very clean but the smell was horrific It smelled like Urine it was horrible and the airfreshenner didn't help, the room was so clean but the smell must be stuck in the carpet so bad, if they changed the carpet the room would have been fantastic , very sad.

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Velecia

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Although the staff was excellent. There's work to be done here. My first room smelled like urine and the other one smelled moldy. I walked to target to get a scented candle. I couldn’t hang my clothes in the closet any there was evidence of mold in the shower. The hotel had the nerve to text me about burning candles. It stinks in there. How dare you. The location is great. Also, they have no elevator so you have to climb stairs.

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Eduardo

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location and place! Fully recommended, especially if you like that vintage Miami vibe from 1920’s. Definitely I’ll return there. Room was very clean and all staff very friendly.

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Tyler

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, great staff and a nice quiet place to walk around

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Rooms

Rooms are small and basic with historic decor; some have been refreshed. Common issues include thin walls, loud window A/C units, and compact showers with low pressure.

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jose

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Small shower, no elevator

10

Artem

May 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

All good. nice decor. Great staff. Quiet safe location. The room is on the small sie and feels a bit cramped. An old window A/C unit is noistly.

8

Ryan

Jan 10, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was friendly, check in and check out easy. Location is walkable to plenty of restaurants in Coral Gables. There is a target very close if you forgot any small items. Only complaint is the hotel is dated, especially the bathroom needs updating. Very small rooms which were fine for us, but might not be for others who like bigger spaces.

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Daniel

Feb 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Replace the ac unit. Sometimes it sounded like a lawn mower with bad gas and a defective carburetor. Otherwise the room and hotel was quaint. Well located for our needs. Glad we got the kitchette.

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Richard

Apr 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent hotel. However A/C window unit .. made a loud noise and kept me up most of the night

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John Scott

Jan 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Close to the airport, comfortable bed Only issue is you can hear people talk in the next room. Not sound proof at all.

8

Brian

Mar 25, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location but very basic hotel. Window units in room only would run when on high which was very noisy and the mattresses both had severe low spots in them.

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Katharine

May 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed here cause it was the cheapest we can find closest to the cruise port. Walls are thin you can her everything happening out in the hall. Constant footsteps from above. My bed was squeaking. But the room its self was clean, small with very minimalistic design. I liked it. The bed were very firm which was fine with me. There’s a target right up the street which was great for last minute shopping for the cruise.

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Joseph

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good price and centrally located. Clean and tidy. The shower was too small and the water was not very hot but it was tolerable.

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Danielle

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location! Small room!

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Service

Service is generally friendly and check-in is easy, and staff sometimes help with luggage; however, the front desk is not always staffed and a few guests reported unhelpful or inconsistent responses.

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Phil

Feb 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The way to tell a great hotel is what they do when there is a problem. The room we checked into had a water leak inside the wall. We were given a nicer room and were very satisfied with the staff and management.

4

Perry

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Had to follow up multiple times to get my security deposit back. Many bad reviews of the hotel not returning the deposit , they probably don’t return many and hope the guests don’t notice. Old hotel, very noisy due to the old building even though it’s a quiet area but you can hear everything from the street

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Jessica

May 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel caused my family the most stressful night ever when they refused to check us in and then charged us for the room. Terrible service.

10

Anaadi

May 8, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The staff was very helpful!

10

Hector

Feb 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Loved our one night stay ❤️! Staff was very helpful and directed us to the free trolleys for transportation, a couple of feet away and the target across the street.

10

Walter

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent staff and all around service will definitely be back!

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Richard

Feb 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff and clean rooms

10

Kellee

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Supernice hotel. Convenience to local shops in walking distance including Target :) I really enjoyed my stay. I've stayed here twice thus far. Their rates are very reasonable in comparison to other hotels in Miami. The staff are very friendly and courteous and I always tip because the staffing ladies go above and beyond ensuring I have towels and linens and room is to my liking. Front office gentleman was very nice and made sure I checked right in upon arrival. Thank you so much and I will definitely be back again SOON!!!

10

Margaret

May 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms, were quaint, very clean and very simply decorated. It’s in a nice location to walk and visit some of the other businesses nearby. Staff was excellent. .

10

Luis

May 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was so nice to stay in such a historic and well kept hotel! The indoor wooden stairs were a nice little morning workout, checking in and out was very easy and speedy, and the gentlemen at the front desk was very kind and welcoming!! 10/10 for pricing too! Wonderful experience 🏝️🏨

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Location

Consistently praised, the hotel sits in walkable Coral Gables near Miracle Mile, restaurants, Target, and trolley/public transport, with easy access to the airport and cruise transfers.

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Xavier

Dec 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location.

8

Angelyn

Feb 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice area with a lot of upscale restaurants within walking distance from the hotel. The hotel was no frills, but clean and comfortable.

8

Ryan

Jan 10, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was friendly, check in and check out easy. Location is walkable to plenty of restaurants in Coral Gables. There is a target very close if you forgot any small items. Only complaint is the hotel is dated, especially the bathroom needs updating. Very small rooms which were fine for us, but might not be for others who like bigger spaces.

10

CLAUDIO

Jul 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

very centrally located,clean and close to everything in Coral Gables.

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Hector

Feb 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Loved our one night stay ❤️! Staff was very helpful and directed us to the free trolleys for transportation, a couple of feet away and the target across the street.

10

Christopher

Apr 21, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Publix and Target, Miracle Mile all within walking distance. Coral Gables trolley stops close by.

10

Elizabeth

Dec 15, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Loved convenience of location.

10

grant

Apr 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location

10

Maria

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful historic hotel and the location is perfect if you are visiting Miami!

10

Dean

Mar 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location

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Dining

Not enough information in reviews.

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10

Christopher

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Close to many dining options in Coral Gables. Publix and Target a few blocks away. Free Coral Gables trolley stops close by. Excellent, responsive management. This is an excellent choice for economical stays - clean, small rooms with small refrigerator and microwave. No pool, no business center, no restaurant at this price. Only negative is slow internet in some parts of the hotel.

8

Renato

Apr 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

No elevator or breakfast.

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Month	Average price
January	$165
February	$170
March	$178
April	$147
May	$132
June	$133
July	$129
August	$92
September	$92
October	$100
November	$112
December	$138

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17	18 $104	19 $104
20 $103	21 $100	22 $87	23 $86	24 $103	25 $165	26 $165
27 $95	28 $86	29 $86	30 $86

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $73	2 $100	3 $100
4 $87	5 $87	6 $87	7 $108	8 $108	9 $121	10 $121
11 $95	12 $95	13 $95	14 $95	15 $104	16 $108	17 $109
18 $95	19 $104	20 $95	21 $96	22 $100	23 $128	24 $128
25 $109	26 $100	27 $100	28 $109	29 $104	30 $113	31 $121

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